John A. Beyer, Jr., B. Arch
4 Shingle Mill Drive, Canton, CT 06019  860.997.2030  jb2165@comcast.net
Professional Experience
UConn Health - Farmington, Connecticut
Transition Project Manager, UConn Medical Group/John Dempsey Hospital (Full Time) May 2014 – Current
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Leads Operations Transition planning teams.
 Business Support; Clinical Workflow; Life Safety / Public Safety; Medical Equipment / Furniture;
Ancillary Services; Regulatory / Infection Prevention; Building Services; Move Management;
Training / Education
Identifies needs and concerns of key stakeholders and facilitates the communication process
Represents the clinical interest of patients, providers, co-workers, volunteers and families needs in
the planning, construction and occupation of new spaces.
Steffian Bradley Architects / Sterling Planning Alliance - Boston, MA / Enfield, CT
Senior Planner (Full Time)
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April 2013 to January2014
Analyzed client data to develop client profiles, space allocations, project planning, development of
5-year space plans, and space planning coordination.
Occupancy space planner for newly acquired facilities.
 Planned reuse of existing 40,000 gsf clinical building.
 Designed initial tenant fitout for leased space.
Revised the Sterling Tools to ensure accuracy and ease of use.
UConn Health - Farmington, Connecticut
Assistant Director, Campus Planning, Design & Construction (Full Time)
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March 2003 to April 2013
Project Manager for the development of Master Plans (Facilities, Landscape and Wayfinding).
Analyzed and evaluated data for the development of client profiles, UCONN Health’s overall space
allocations and solutions to planning opportunities ensuring a clearly articulated and broadly
understood vision for space planning that is consistent with UCONN Health’s strategic direction.
Developed initial test fits, stacking diagrams and migration plans for short and long term initiatives.
Provided expertise in space programming for major initiatives:
 New 169 bed hospital tower and 330,000 gsf outpatient care facility;
 Planned use of acquired 116,000 gsf office building (400+ staff);
 Planned reuse and renovation of existing 480,000 gsf lab building; existing 300,000 gsf clinical
building; existing 100,000 gsf hospital building.
Provided support and technical expertise to senior management and Space Planning Committee.
Developed and presented executive summaries and presentations to advance solutions to
stakeholders at various levels of the institution.
Collaborated with support departments for the advancement of UCONN Health initiatives (Finance,
IT, Procurement, Human Resources, Research Finance, Budget).
Researched and presented recommendations on productivity metrics to improve space utilization
and efficiency.
Lead member for site search, evaluation and selection for UConn Medical Group offsite facilities.
Managed over 2.6M SF of space in multiple buildings to ensure the most effective use of space.
Single point of contact for space allocation and occupancy issues.
Managed the collection and reporting on space information for the Facilities & Administration Cost
Proposal for the Department of Health & Human Services.
Core team member for the selection, development and implementation of new computer aided
facilities management (CAFM) software system (FAMIS).
Oversaw the maintenance of floor plans and database information for accuracy and conducted
periodic space audits.
Wrote standard operating procedures, policies and training manuals for space management
system.
Developed specifications for online space survey application and tested for accuracy.
University of Massachusetts Medical School - Worcester, Massachusetts
Manager, Planning and CAFM Services (Full Time)
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March 1997 to March 2003
Developed client profiles, space allocations, project planning, development of 5-year space plans,
and space planning coordination.
Planned space allocation for newly acquired facilities.
 Lead coordinator for evaluating the reuse of recently vacated laboratory research spaces
 Relocation of research laboratories ranging from 500 sf to 2,000+ sf including ‘Core’ facilities.
Key member of new Laboratory Research Building design team including architectural design
review, client interface, interiors, furniture selection and installation, and relocation coordination.
 Team member on selection committee for Architect and Construction Management firm.
 Worked with stakeholders, architects and lab planners in developing lab layout, animal quarters
design, site selection and office/lab standards for new 362,000 gsf laboratory research building.
Supervised personnel responsible for planning initiatives, site verification, data collection and entry.
Integrated the use of AutoCAD and Drawbase programs to ensure consistency of information.
Core team member for the development and implementation of new computer aided facilities
management (CAFM) software system (Facilities Focus).
Rhode Island Hospital - Providence, Rhode Island
Project Manager/CAD Network Manager (Full Time)
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June 1991 to March 1997
Reviewed approved Capital Projects with clients to determine and accommodate design needs.
Lead individual contributor and coordinator of design problem solving and conceptual estimates.
Coordinated design process throughout project in order to ensure code compliance.
Monitored development of projects, assured milestones and expenditures were met.
Instructed Facilities Management staff on the use of CAD system and engineering software.
Coordinated the development of the CAD, Archibus and network protocols to ensure consistency of
information generated on the computer system.
Education
Emergency Management Institute
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Certificate, Applying ICS to Healthcare Organizations
Certificate, Introduction to Incident Command System
2014
2014
Central Connecticut State University
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Certificate, LEAN for Healthcare
2013
Roger Williams University, School of Architecture - Bristol, Rhode Island
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1986 to 1991
Bachelor of Architecture, Professional Degree
Civil Technology, Minor; Mechanical Engineering, Minor; Computer Information Systems, Minor
Thames Valley State Technical College - Norwich, Connecticut
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Associate in Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Certificate, Architectural Drafting Technology
1984 to 1986
1983 to 1984
Software Proficiency
 AutoCAD 2013/ADT 3.3
 Microsoft Office 2010
 FAMIS Xi3.2
 Archibus/FM 6.0
Other Software Knowledge
 Revit 2012  Adobe Illustrator
 Adobe Photoshop
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SharePoint
 Microsoft FrontPage
Other Skills
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Ability to assess and prioritize needs
Ability to anticipate and resolve conflicts
Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Working knowledge of modular furniture systems
Familiarity with BOMA standards for tenant charge back
Ability to use discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality
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Analytical and problem solving skills
Skilled at negotiation
Team player
Self starter and motivator
Ability to handle multiple projects
Exercise good judgment
Solutions oriented