William Michael
About William Michael
William Michael is the Sr. Manager of Occupancy Planning and Move Management on the BMS NA Portfolio account at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in managing diverse construction projects and strategic planning for large portfolios.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
William Michael serves as the Senior Manager of Occupancy Planning and Move Management on the BMS NA Portfolio account at Bristol-Myers Squibb. He is responsible for overseeing the occupancy planning for the portfolio located at 3551 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ. His role involves managing the integration of occupancy and strategic planning across various sites, aiming to maximize space utilization and support business objectives.
Previous Role at Merck
Previously, William worked as the Manager of Occupancy Planning and Move Management on the Merck PA account with JLL from 2010 to 2016. During his tenure in West Point, PA, he managed occupancy and strategic planning for a significant portfolio comprising manufacturing, office, and research and development sites. His efforts contributed to optimizing space usage and enhancing operational efficiency.
Experience as Owner Operator at Vision Real Estate
From 2004 to 2016, William was the Owner Operator at Vision Real Estate. Over these 12 years, he directed various construction projects, including new constructions, shell fit-outs, and renovations for multiple facilities types such as corporate offices, call centers, industrial sites, warehouses, retail banks, and special-use facilities. His leadership ensured successful project completion and client satisfaction.
Senior Project Manager at NELSON
William held the position of Senior Project Manager at NELSON from 1997 to 2010. In this role, he managed national and Philadelphia-based engagements, leading numerous construction and renovation projects. His work at NELSON laid a strong foundation in project management, architecture, and interior design.
Education and Qualifications
William attended Temple University, where he studied Mechanical Engineering and earned a degree in Business Finance with a minor in Computer Science. He furthered his education at Fox School of Business at Temple University, achieving a degree in Business Finance from 1985 to 1989. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in finance, engineering, and technology.
Project Management and Strategic Planning Expertise
Throughout his career, William has demonstrated his ability to manage diverse construction projects, including new constructions, shell fit-outs, and renovations. His technical skills encompass architectural and interior design, LEED-sustainable projects, strategic planning, site master planning, real estate strategies, and IT/Telco infrastructure. He has managed portfolios totaling approximately 10.2 million square feet of space and 13,000 occupants.