Deep Dive: Project and Construction Management
Presented By:
John Whitlock
Bates Technical College, South Campus
Lead Building Engineer
John Whitlock brings decades of experience in facilities and project management, primarily within the Denny’s restaurant chain. Over the course of his career, he progressed through several key roles, beginning with the maintenance team and advancing to Regional Facilities Manager, Facilities Director, and ultimately Director of Facilities and Capital Projects. In these roles, he led a team of project managers responsible for the construction of new Denny’s locations, as well as the acquisition and renovation of existing sites. His extensive experience spans projects across the United States, providing him with deep insight into the complexities of managing construction and development in diverse jurisdictions nationwide. Now retired from that role, he serves as Lead Building Engineer at Bates Technical College, South Campus.
This presentation will cover the steps of project management for new facilities. Steps covered will include site selection and screening, permitting processes, how vendors and contractors are chosen, as well as unique challenges facing the project team. The various departments of an organization that are involved will be explored including best practices for communication. Also covered are the essential steps of a project manager for overseeing a successful project to completion.
Learning Objectives:
After this presentation, attendees should be able to -
- Describe common facility projects, the role of the project manager, and processes.
- Explain the various internal departments that are involved.
- Understand the process of selecting and choosing vendors.
- Understand the process of completing a project.
