Romey Poore

About Romey Poore

Master\'s in Construction Management from the Kimmel School of Construction, Bachelor\'s in Management via the Entrepreneurship track from the Darla Moore School of Business. Professional experience centers on Owner\'s Representation & Program Management, with a heavy focus on the K-12 and Higher Education sectors. Top skills include problem-solving through design, communication throughout implementation, and finishing projects with the client\'s best interests in mind.

Experience

1. Project Manager

   Cumming Group

   Jun 2025 — Present · Charleston, SC, US

   As an owner\'s advocate, programmatically manage complex stakeholder groups, especially in the public space, from project conception through occupancy-Provide cost avoidance during the design and constructability analysis phases, centering decisions upon the owner\'s utility within the project, while maintaining the architect\'s design intent. During project implementation, provide constant review of the scope\'s budget constraints, managing cost overruns through comparison with contract documents & industry standards, and leading negotiation measures with the contractor- Manage program schedule using an acute understanding of the needs of the owner, jurisdictional authorities, design team, and contractor(s). Provide unique, tailored solutions in order to circumvent delays throughout the project timeline- During implementation, directly create and perform the owner\'s quality assurance program, ensuring strict adherence by the contractor(s) to the project documents. Run regular OAC meetings, reviewing project controls and construction activity, ensuring complex review and building processes are monitored closely to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Education

• University of South Carolina

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2019

• Western Carolina University

  Master of Construction Management