Pablo Porras

Project Manager at Bakes & Kropp | Fine Cabinetry

Mastic, New York, United States

About

Experienced Field Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the architecture & planning industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Management, Customer Service, and Sales.

Experience

  • Project Manager at Bakes & Kropp | Fine Cabinetry
    Sep 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

    Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle for luxury residential cabinetry installations valued up to $500K+, coordinating design, fabrication, delivery, and installation phases. ▸ Direct and manage teams of 8–12 subcontractors per project, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality benchmarks, and safety standards. ▸ Lead weekly stakeholder meetings with clients, designers, and general contractors to align scope, resolve issues, and maintain transparent communication. ▸ Manage procurement of materials and custom millwork components, negotiating vendor contracts and optimizing costs without compromising quality. ▸ Implement quality control protocols at each project milestone, reducing punch-list items by an estimated 30% through proactive site supervision.

  • Field Manager at NYKB New York Kitchen & Bath
    Sep 2010 - Sep 2019 · 9 yrs 1 mo

    ▸ Managed 10–15 concurrent renovation projects annually across residential properties in the NYC metro area, overseeing budgets totaling $2M+. ▸ Built and maintained subcontractor network (plumbers, electricians, tile installers, carpenters), ensuring compliance with project scopes and local building codes. ▸ Developed and maintained detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project and Basecamp, improving on-time completion rates. ▸ Handled invoicing, change orders, and financial reporting, keeping projects consistently within 5% of approved budgets. ▸ Served as primary client liaison from initial consultation through project close-out, achieving high client satisfaction and repeat business.

  • Machine Operator/Warehouse Supervisor at Kohler Co.
    Jul 2012 - Sep 2015 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    Supervised daily warehouse operations including inventory management, inbound/outbound logistics, and shipping coordination. ▸ Coordinated with vendors and freight carriers to ensure timely delivery of product to distribution channels. ▸ Maintained inventory accuracy and implemented process improvements that reduced shipping errors.

  • Project Manager/Truck Driver at Metz Deflor
    Apr 2004 - Dec 2009 · 5 yrs 9 mos

    Pick up and deliver wholesale flowers from JFK airport to several destinations.

  • Maintenance/Porter/Assistance Warehouse Supervisor at Target
    Oct 1999 - Feb 2004 · 4 yrs 5 mos

    Inbound unloading trucks utilizing fork lifts ,over time moved up to become a supervisor.