Kamran Daramjee

· Leading space management for over 100k sq feet of office space and common areas

· Implemented monthly audit cycle to track supply inventory, tenant seating arrangement, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping walkthroughs

· Designed and implemented a robust tenant onboarding system through MS Suite and Smartsheet allowing for a seamless transition in tenant arrival

· Responsible for 1M of purchase orders which include, pantry services, coffee, PM services, onsite and online security services

· Conduct bi-weekly staff meetings with team over current trends, customer feedback, upcoming projects to ensure compatibility and alignment

· Adapted a vendor management system outlining Abbott approved vendor requirements, contractor safety documents, and job hazard analysis documentation

· Work closely with onsite Employee Health & Safety team to ensure tenant safety protocol is upheld, reviewed and improved through quarterly meetings

· Collaborate with Willis Tower building management to conduct various walkthroughs of space, current projects in scope, and future implementations that alight with tenant safety and building protocols

· Achieved LEED silver certification based on current sustainability goals through Abbott’s 2030 sustainability plan

· Partnered with executive leadership in monthly business reporting, strategic outlines and upcoming projects

· Reduced annual budget spend by 20% in collaboration with Procurement by building better vendor relationships along with sourcing alternative vendors and aligning contracts to fit current Abbott needs

· Created an led a waste management program as part of Abbott’s sustainability program through conducting waste audits and creating compost programs as part of 2030 sustainability plan

· Partner with Ariba systems to identify proper invoicing towards established purchase orders reducing AP default by 14%

· Reduced access overlap through deep analysis of current access control by 8%, ensuring tenant and building safety.

• Spearheaded effective coordination of environmental services for a team of 52 members across the Lutheran General facility, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards set by Advocate Aurora Health.
• Collaborate closely with leadership to oversee special projects, cleaning protocols, and procedures, optimizing efficiency and service.
• Foster strong team relationships by conducting training, recruitment, and performance evaluations, leading to a motivated and high-performing workforce.
• Active participation in departmental and hospital committee meetings, contributing to the development of short- and long-term objectives.
• Conduct regular executive leadership meetings to drive progression and foster collaboration across various departments.
• Implement strategic scheduling practices to ensure departmental coverage across all shifts, maximizing operational efficiency.
• Enforce departmental policies through impactful huddle topics, policy reminders, and open discussion sessions, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
• Forge strong partnerships with contracted vendors, addressing all direct and indirect EVS concerns efficiently and proactively.
• Optimize room turnaround time through effective staffing strategies and streamlined day-to-day operations, resulting in enhanced patient care and satisfaction.

• Directed and guided 120 employees across three locations, establishing and enforcing efficient work procedures and duty lists to surpass client standards.
• Managed floor care for interdepartmental projects, collaborating closely with the Building Director to ensure seamless scheduling, hiring, staffing, and corrective actions.
• Ensured exceptional cleanliness and sanitation of rooms by inspecting all recently cleaned areas, managing bio-waste pickup, and maintaining Stericycle compliance.
• Utilized Team Coach Applications to track patient surveys and Microsoft Excel to monitor weekly invoices, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
• Provided exemplary leadership to Local 743 Union employees, addressing duty assignments, grievances, and corrective actions.
• Implemented strategic vendor coordination, reducing expenses by 16% on pest control, window cleaning, solid/medical waste removal, document destruction, and recycling.
• Achieved an average bed turn time of 52 minutes per housekeeper, an 18% improvement, by efficiently coordinating all scheduled services and overseeing maintenance activities.
• Collaborated with the Senior Director of Environmental Services to create daily overtime reports and project recaps, increasing accuracy by 31%.
• Successfully reduced the overtime budget by 12% by efficiently redistributing excess hours to departments in need of additional staff and personnel resources.