Kelly Szeto, LEED GA

Project Management, Real Estate & Construction

San Francisco, California, United States

About

Dynamic and accomplished project manager with the background and proven work ethic to drive new business development and manage key accounts. Leverages expertise in project management with relationship building, negotiations, needs assessments, process improvement, data analysis, marketing, clear communication, and attention to detail. Excels in fast-paced environments while managing stakeholders and aligning resources.

Experience

  • JLL (Full-time · 3 yrs 11 mos)
    • Senior Project Manager
      May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    • Project Manager
      Aug 2022 - May 2026 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      • Manage multimillion-dollar commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and maintaining high safety and quality standards. • Coordinate cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to achieve project milestones, resolve challenges, and communicate progress effectively. • Utilize advanced construction management software to track schedules, control costs, and optimize workflows for improved project performance.

  • Carmel Partners (6 yrs 4 mos)
    • Assistant Project Manager, Construction/Capital Projects
      Feb 2020 - Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 7 mos

      • Supported the Director of Capital Projects in managing project operations, delivering all projects under budget and ahead of strict timelines. • Researched and sourced potential suppliers to provide quality goods on time and within budget, generating 45% cost savings through superior negotiations. • Promoted to positions of increasing authority and responsibility due to exemplary performance and strong management abilities.

    • Executive Construction Coordinator
      Jan 2018 - Feb 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      • Utilized various estimating and job cost software to manage project bids, contracts, and expenses while promptly updating and distributing weekly project schedules and milestones. • Functioned as acting project engineer and project coordinator on the $50M renovation of 150 townhomes and a new clubhouse in Alameda, CA.

    • Construction Coordinator
      May 2016 - Jan 2018 · 1 yr 9 mos

      • Supported smooth and efficient project operations by accurately defining project deliverables and monitoring the status of tasks to assure optimal project success. • Created and launched a custom training course in Procore, including developing course content and materials to optimize staff productivity. • Assisted with preparing cost analyses, tracking change orders, and managing schedules to improve project performance and boost efficiency. • Ensured optimal project success by closely monitoring dates, milestones, and file uploads and tracking job progress to assure on-time completion. • Prepare department presentations upon request. • Provide high-level administrative support to the President of Construction.

  • Estimator at CRI San Francisco
    Jun 2014 - Mar 2016 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Prepared and submitted budget estimates, bids, quotes, change orders, and progress reports for a number of prestigious, large-scale clients • Offered outstanding customer service by resolving complex project issues for clients/vendors in collaboration with the accounting department, third-party designers, and installers, boosting client retention 15%. • Chosen to serve as the main estimator for the company's largest client, Visa, due to outstanding performance, directing the 6-month, $200K FF&E project and managing client expectations by preparing estimates for custom furniture and providing samples and suggestions of fabric selections, study space, and specifications.

  • Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist at Yelp
    Apr 2013 - Apr 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Finance Intern at Mayor Ed Lee Campaign
    Aug 2011 - Oct 2011 · 3 mos