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AJ Alvarenga

@ajalvarenga

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I improve construction profitability through budgets, controls, contracts, and cost management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead construction operations, project financial management, and cost-control initiatives where I can strengthen profitability, budgets, contracts, and accountability across complex project portfolios.

I've led construction operations and financial oversight for SERVPRO of Beverly Hills-Westwood, MDZ Home Builders, Curtis Wright, LPI, and KDC. I build budgets, financial controls, forecasts, and contract processes that improve project profitability across multi-million-dollar construction portfolios.

At SERVPRO, I restructured a reconstruction department, built an intake-to-contract pipeline, and managed $1M–$5M+ residential projects. Previously, I delivered 15% average cost savings at MDZ Home Builders, 25% lower project expenses at Curtis Wright, and 20% sourcing cost reductions at LPI.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Construction Department Manager

SERVPRO of Beverly Hills-Westwood

Jan 2024 - Sep 2026 (2 years 8 months)

Restructured and professionalized the reconstruction department, targeting 40% gross margin profitability. Built revenue pipeline, managed cross-functional teams, and owned project-level financials including budgeting, cost control, and monthly P&L reporting.

Budgeting Cost Control Change Order Management Forecasting P&L management Subcontractor Management vendor negotiation Strategic Sourcing Compliance Insurance Protocols High End Residential Construction

Senior Project Manager / Financial Administrator

MDZ Home Builders

May 2019 - Jan 2024 (4 years 8 months)

Developed and maintained detailed project budgets for multiple construction projects ($5M-$25M), tracking expenditures and identifying cost optimization opportunities. Implemented Procore for financial documentation, improving payment processing efficiency by 30% and achieving 15% average cost savings through vendor negotiations.

budget development Financial Reporting Cash Flow Forecasting Variance Analysis Change Order Management Procore vendor negotiation Contract Interpretation Cost Savings Financial Compliance

Director of Operations & Acquisitions Project Manager

Curtis Wright

Jan 2014 - May 2019 (5 years 4 months)

Led acquisition of new construction projects through market research, due diligence, and financial analysis. Developed and administered project acquisition budgets of $15M+, achieving 98% budget adherence and implementing cost control measures resulting in 25% reduction in project expenses.

Market Research Due Diligence Financial Analysis Budget Administration ROI Analysis Risk Assessment Contract Negotiation Cost Control Cash Flow Management Financial Reporting

Contracts/Procurement Manager

LPI

Mar 2010 - Jan 2014 (3 years 10 months)

Administered construction-related contracts with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring financial compliance and performance. Developed strategic sourcing initiatives resulting in 20% cost reduction and implemented supplier performance metrics with financial incentives.

Contract Administration Strategic Sourcing Cost Reduction Supplier Management Financial Analysis Make Buy Analysis Budget Tracking Payment Processing Supplier Performance

Operations Manager / Cost Controller

KDC

May 2007 - Mar 2010 (2 years 10 months)

Managed departmental budget of $3.5M, achieving 97% budget compliance. Implemented cost control initiatives that reduced operational expenses by 12% and generated monthly financial reports for leadership.

Budget Management Cost Control Financial Reporting Expense Analysis Vendor Payment Processing Invoice Verification Regulatory Compliance