DAVID YI-CHENG LAI, MBA

120 Autumn Wind Way, Rockville MD 20850

(443) 310-8623
yl60b46a@westpost.net

MANAGER - PROJECT MANAGEMENT / FINANCE

Multi-faceted, versatile Project Management and Finance Professional, degreed in
Engineering, with progressive, hands-on, international experience in schedule m
anagement, cost control, quality control, contract management, business negotiat
ions and procurement. Strong analytical skills and research capability backed by
outstanding academic record. Excel at using global perspective, advanced proble
m solving ability and interpersonal skills to achieve desired results. Self-dire
cted performer who is effective in an individual contributor role or as part of
a team. Fluent in English and Mandarin. Demonstrated expertise in:
*Project Management *Business Development *Financial Statement Analysis
*Bid Process *Site Inspections *Work Flow
*Engineering *Contract Administration *Financial Modeling
*Blueprint Analysis *Budgeting *Staff Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sen Yeh Construction Co., Ltd., Taipei, Taiwan * 2003-2007
Specializes in design, procurement, construction, system integration and project
management of railway systems.
Chief of Contract Management Section
* Developed and presented proposal to senior management for establishment of an
internal contract management department for lawyers and consultants to discuss a
nd clarify contract issues to resolve disputes and reduce potential losses to th
e company.
* Established and directed a team to review all documents to resolve major claim
with TST JV, a Japanese construction company; successfully negotiated claim req
uest to cover all losses and result in small profit.
* Negotiated contract terms and conditions for new projects.
* Prepared claim documents and cooperated with lawyers to assist in client negot
iations.
* Participated in mediation, arbitration and litigation, when required.
* Assisted with capital budgeting process and reviewed organizational structure
for resource planning.
* Helped to identify and develop new business opportunities in China.
Chief of Business Development Division
* Contacted potential clients for building network relationships and seeking new
business opportunities.
* Negotiated contract terms and conditions for new projects.
* Prepared bid documents, including technical specification, site plan, manpower
allocation, schedule management and price estimation.
* Prepared claim documents and cooperated with lawyers to assist in client negot
iations.
* Assisted with developing new business opportunities in China.
Engineer of Railway Construction Division
* Led the procurement process to purchase overseas equipment, materials and serv
ices, including: market research, product comparison, quantity estimation, sched
ule management and contract negotiation.
* Prepared bidding documents, including technical specification, site plan, manp
ower allocation, schedule management and price estimation.
* Assisted with business negotiation and coordination with potential clients for
possible business opportunities and existing clients for on-going projects.
* Served as primary internal contact for clients and prospects.
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Da Ching Construction Co., Ltd., Taipei, Taiwan * 2002-2003

Construction Supervisor
* Developed and executed construction plans to achieve project goals.
* Supervised construction processes and ensured quality met client's requirement
s.
* Reviewed accuracy of percentage completion calculation for each payment period
.
Wisdom Marine Lines S.A., Taipei, Taiwan * 2001-2002
Clerk of Business & Operation Department
* Negotiated fuel price with fuel agents.
* Analyzed and managed vessel's itinerary cost.
* Instructed port agents on proper procedures to help vessels unload and reload
effectively and efficiently.
Other Experience:
North America Taiwanese Students' Association (TSA-NA, non-profit organization i
n the U.S.) * 2009-2010
Corporate Relationship Representative
* Participated in a career fair event held at Johns Hopkins University Montgomer
y Campus in April, 2010. Managed and organized facility rental, brochure design
and printing, catering, site planning and marketing.
Sen Yeh Construction Co., Ltd., Taipei, Taiwan * 2004-2005
President - Employee Welfare Committee
* Oversaw increase in employee count from 100 to 350. Provided employees with sp
ecialized services per company policy while managing capital and cash flows. Pla
nned engagement events to strengthen the relationship among employees and the co
mpany.
Taiwan Army * 1998-2000
Chemical Soldier
* Participated in military maneuvers to support chemical equipment and managed q
uality and quantity.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration, Concentration: Finance (GPA: 3.88) August 200
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Johns Hopkins University, Carey Business School, Baltimore, MD
Master of Science in Construction Management (GPA: 4.0), 1998
National Central University, Taiwan
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 1996
National Central University, Taiwan
CERTIFICATIONS
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) level 2 passed, August 2009
Professional Civil Engineer - Taiwan, 2000
AFFILIATIONS
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
Crystal Ball software for Monte Carlo Simulation
The Management Scientist for Linear Programming