David Konetski
An accomplished management professional with a seventeen-year background of fast-track progression through increasing levels of management accountability. Talented presenter and communicator. Experience building, leading and training large multidisciplinary teams operating across multiple locations. Proven ability to develop, implement and revise operating, safety and quality assurance procedures. Strong budget and finance management skills, with experience handling several multimillion-dollar accounts concurrently.
Core Competencies
Professional Experience
CIC (CAMBRIDGE INNOVATION CENTER)
Regional Property Manager
2019 - Present
Providence, Rhode Island
Overseeing property management and engineering teams across a multi-state portfolio to ensure compliance with CIC standards and management agreements. Lead recruitment, training, and management of on-site teams while maintaining strong tenant and client relationships through effective communication and problem resolution. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute asset strategies, aligning regional operations with corporate objectives. Ensure regulatory compliance, manage vendor contracts, and implement consistent maintenance and emergency response programs across all properties. Demonstrate expertise in financial administration, including budget management, CAM reconciliations, and variance reporting, utilizing advanced proficiency in Building Engines, Yardi, and Microsoft Office to drive regional efficiency and performance.
- Regional Leadership: Directing property management and engineering teams to ensure compliance with CIC standards and management agreements across a diverse portfolio.
- Staff Management: Recruiting, hiring, and managing property management and building engineering professionals, aligning staffing with departmental needs.
- Financial Acumen: Leading budget preparation, variance reporting, financial analysis, and ensuring alignment with financial goals.
- Operational Excellence: Administering best-in-class property management services, including maintenance programs and emergency response plans.
- Tenant Relations: Maintaining excellent tenant and client relationships through proactive communication and problem resolution.
- Strategic Collaboration: Working with senior leadership to develop and execute asset strategies, enhancing property value and efficiency.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to local building codes and maintaining safety and operational standards.
- Vendor Management: Managing third-party contracts and coordinating audits and inspections to uphold property standards.
- Technical Proficiency: Utilizing advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Building Engines, and Yardi to drive operational efficiency.
- Leadership Recognition: Known for strong leadership, organizational skills, and thriving in an entrepreneurial environment.
CUSHMAN AND WAKEFIELD
Property Manager
2018 - 2019
Providence, Rhode Island
Onsite Property Manager responsible for approximately 750,000/sf of commercial property to include the TOBY award winning South Street Landing building, with a primary objective of efficiently adding value that enhances the overall strategic plan for each property, facility and complex. Accountable for all business, financial, and management aspects of the assigned properties including preparing, implementing and adhering to the approved strategic plan and budget for each property, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with tenants and occupants, and supervising the day-to-day activities of the engineering, maintenance and other building staff as well as contract services. Responsible for the direct supervision of a variety of staff to include building, administration, engineering, operations, maintenance and finance/accounting.
- Developed and implemented the approved strategic plan for each property. Had primary responsibility for the day to day operation of each property to ensure that all site operations were in compliance with established policies, procedures and management agreements.
- Oversaw the preparation and execution of the annual budget, monthly financial variance reports and operations analysis for the client.
- Conducted formal site inspections monthly, in compliance with established standard operating policies and procedures.
- Ensured adherence to the approved budget with primary responsibility for variance reporting and forecast cash flow of each property.
- Established and maintained open, positive relationships at all times with tenants and occupants ensuring that all services and needs were met and in compliance with leases and agreements.
- Oversaw completion of tenant and capital improvements consistent with local codes and in compliance with leases.
- Responsible for employee administration, including performance measurement, salary reviews, setting goals and motivating subordinates to meet goals.
- Participated in the negotiation of service contracts with outside vendors to achieve the highest levels of performance at the lowest cost in compliance with Cushman & Wakefield's values, standards and guidelines for business conduct.
MARSELLA PROPERTIES/URBAN PARKING
Property Manager / General Manager
2009 - 2018
Providence, Rhode Island
A hybrid role that encompassed both the oversight of a property management firm and a parking management company. The sole Property Manager for Marsella Properties with 100,000sf of commercial and retail office space. Supported and assisted in the management of commercial real estate in accordance with the management agreements of five buildings in and around Providence. Involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations of each property, including accounting, tenant relations, maintenance and repair, security, life safety, janitorial services, landscaping, and snow removal. Assisted in the preparation of the annual budgets, reporting and financial performance of each property. General Manager of Urban Parking Management LLC responsibilities included fiscal, operational, facility services, project management, and business development for four of the most premier parking facilities in Providence, Rhode Island. Developed and managed annual budgets for each location and created monthly financial reports to include a monthly financial narrative for each location. Procured sound relationships with vendors, to ensure all goods and services were executed in a timely, accurate, and fiscally responsible manner.
- Designed and managed the installation of three fully automated parking systems that increased revenue by 33% with the design and utilization of the AMANO IPARC system.
- Developed standard operating procedures for all aspects of the parking management operation, allowing any employee to execute every facet of the operation.
- Project Manager for all tenant fit outs.
- Project Manager for a quarter million dollar HVAC upgrade to include dual high efficiency boilers and a condensing unit.
- Orchestrated the implementation and execution of a $150,000 facility improvement project with an additional $60,000 annually for upkeep.
- Renegotiated all vendor contracts resulting in a 15% savings across all five commercial buildings.
- Aided in the partnership of an integrated facility service team that led to a 25% increase in efficiency and a 5% savings for both the tenants and building owners.
ARAMARK AVIATION SERVICES
General Manager
2005 - 2009
Providence, Rhode Island
Directed all aspects of operations for three airline contracts in two states, with $1.5M in revenue. Managed a team of 70 employees, including seven supervisors and five managers. Coordinated professional development, training and scheduling of all staff. Built and managed annual budget and generated monthly budget estimates. Cultivated relationships with vendors, negotiating the procurement of resources and services. Contributed to the development and execution of Request for Proposals (RFPs). Created new Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Maintained OSHA log and ensured adherence of employees to safety regulations.
- Established a safety program focused on high risk operations that led to 25% reduction in accidents and incidents.
- Project Manager and company representative in the development of proprietary employee scheduling software that led to an 85% reduction in overtime.
- Selected as a participant of a six member team called Operation Excellence, that created the first standardized operating procedures for aviation utilizing the six sigma approach.
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Flight
with an emphasis in Management
Western Michigan University – Kalamazoo, Michigan
Commercial Pilot
Airplane single & multiengine land; Instrument airplane