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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION FOR
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Dextera, LLC. 14215 N. 43rd Street Phoenix, AZ 85032 602/ 524-2315
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section I. Firm Introduction
About Us
Our Expertise
Project Experience
Personnel
Compensation of Services
Licenses & Certifications
Section II. Owners & Key Personnel
Section III. Scope of Services
Section IV. Firm’s Experience
Section V. Licenses & Certificates
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FIRM INTRODUCTION
About Us
Dextera is a minority-owned, full service Program/Construction Management and Owner’s Representative
Firm. The founding members – Cassey Philip, Tony Roberts and Darryl Sam – bring over 60 years of combined
experience and have worked together as a team many of those years.
The Meaning Behind our Company Name
After much thought, we chose the name Dextera because of its meaning which is to “Pledge or be the Right
Hand.” At Dextera, that’s exactly what we are… your right hand and we pledge to provide our professional
services to you in the most reliable, trustworthy, fair and valuable manner possible. Whether you are at the
conceptual planning stage or already involved in construction, our program and project management services
provide true benefits and project savings.
Our Focus, Expertise and Philosophy of Collaboration
Our focus during the past three decades has been primarily in the hospitality and gaming industry, however, we at
Dextera, are also professional experts in the general development, planning, design and construction
management field. Our successful track record demonstrates that we know how to create a collaborative team
approach to achieve a successful project. As your right hand, it is our responsibility to ensure that all team
members are accountable to complete their respective scope of services within the designated timeline. We
ensure this by providing leadership and ownership of the issues.
Our services are tailored to inform and enable the client by monitoring all the complex aspects
of the project from development and planning through design and construction to close-out
and post-completion to ensure the project meets the client’s desired intent.
Other Services and Market Sectors
• Preconstruction Services
• Health Care
• Retail
• Entertainment Venues
• Solar Power Plant
• Office Buildings
• Estimating
• Water and Waste Water Treatment
• Data Centers
• Horizontal Infrastructure
• Industrial and Technology
• Food Service / High-end Kitchens
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FIRM INTRODUCTION
Personnel
Our office is organized to ensure all work is done either directly by partners or is personally supervised on a daily
basis. All our staff members are accomplished and highly knowledgeable professionals in technical,
administrative and field supervisory roles with capabilities of providing a full-range of preconstruction and
construction services.
Compensation of Services
Dextera provides Staff Augmentation or Professional Services in Program/ Construction Management and
Owner’s Representative at the below hourly rates, which is inclusive of Dextera’s Burden Factor which is all
inclusive of taxes, insurance, and company operating expenses. Upon further review of the project scope and
schedule we are able to assess a monthly lump sum single project fee for our services if necessary.
• Project Executive
• Low Voltage Construction Manager
• Owner’s Representative
• Construction Manager
• Preconstruction Manager
• Estimator
• FF&E Manager/ Scheduler
• Coordinator/ Contract Administrator/ Clerical
Additional Costs
There may be additional costs incurred during the project that are not inclusive of the original contract services.
These costs will be reasonable reimbursable expenses invoiced monthly with appropriate supporting
documentation.
Reimbursable Expenses shall include the following items
• Travel & Lodging
• Printing & Reproduction
• Courier Services, Postage, Shipping, etc.
• Miscellaneous office consumables as it is related to the specific project for record keeping
• Costs and expenses attributed to jobsite office expenses
Contact Us
14215 N. 43rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Phone: 602/ 524-2315
Email: [email protected]
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OWNERS AND KEY PERSONNEL
Cassey Phillip – LEED Green Associate Member – Owner’s Representative – Construction Manager
Professional Background
Cassey will be personally responsible for delivery of services on a project. She
has the authority to commit the necessary resources of Dextera. Cassey will be
active during all phases of the project providing oversight and guidance. Cassey
has established a firm foundation as an Owner’s Representative.
Cassey’s 21 years of experience in estimating, scheduling, coordination, and on-
site project management, as well as her certification as a LEED Green Associate,
provides Dextera’s clients with a well-rounded management professional with a
remarkable perspective on commercial construction projects. Additionally,
Cassey’s extensive background in Native American projects, and Casino/Hotel
projects in particular, have molded her into a specialist in the field.
Featured Project Experience
Owner’s Representative
• Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ
• Fire Rock Navajo Casino (Additions/Alterations) – Church Rock, NM
• Desert Diamond Casino Rotunda Renovation – Tucson, AZ
• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort (Phases 1 & 2) – Flagstaff, AZ
• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort – FF&E – Flagstaff, AZ
Construction Management ● Running Creek Casino – Upper Lake, CA
● Flowing Water Navajo Casino – Tse D’aa Kaan, NM
● Chinle Navajo Casino – Chinle, AZ
● Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino – Chandler, AZ
● Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel – Tucson, AZ
● Robinson Rancheria Hotel and Casino – Nice, CA
● Black Oak Casino I – Tuolumne, CA
● Casino Del Sol (Phase 1 & 2) – Tucson, AZ
● Scottsdale Fashion Square Food Court Remodel – Scottsdale, AZ
● Motorola MOS 12 Addition – Chandler, AZ
● Cliff Castle Casino – Camp Verde, AZ
● Evo A. DeConcini Federal Courthouse – Tucson, AZ
● Indian School Hospital Ambulatory Care Addition – Phoenix, AZ
Previous Employment
Sicon, LLC. Owner’s Representative Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Project Manager Hunt Construction Group Project Engineer
Education
BS, Construction Management Arizona State University
Clients
Stations Casinos San Carlos Apache Tribe Navajo Nation Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake Gila River Indian Community Tohono O’odham Nation Robinson Rancheria Pomo Indians Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Pascua Yaqui Tribe Westcor Motorola Yavapai-Apache Nation U.S. Federal Government
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OWNERS AND KEY PERSONNEL
Tony Roberts Member – Owner’s Representative – Low Volt Construction Manager
Professional Background
With over 20 years of experience in various aspects of construction, ranging from
field installation to executive level meetings, Tony’s on-site field experience is an
incalculable advantage as an Owner’s Representative. Tony will be personally
responsible for orchestrating all aspects of the Design and Construction services
on your Project.
Tony has in-depth experience in project scheduling, cost & resource
management, and subcontractor coordination. As an Owner’s Representative,
this knowledge is an indispensable asset when it comes to forecasting
potential schedule delays and/or cost overruns, and consequently providing
the opportunity for resolution to conflicts, before they occur.
Featured Project Experience
Owner’s Representative
• West Valley Resort Low Voltage Systems – Glendale, AZ
• Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ
• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort (Phases 1 & 2) – Flagstaff, AZ
• Northern Edge Navajo Casino – Farmington, NM
• Fire Rock Navajo Casino (Additions/Alterations) – Church Rock, NM
• Casino Arizona Security & Surveillance Integration – Scottsdale, AZ
• Fire Rock Navajo Casino – Church Rock, NM
Design / Build
• Desert Diamond Casino Warehouse – Tucson, AZ
• Trump Spotlight 29 Casino – Coachella, CA
Construction Management
• Desert Diamond Casino Buffet Rotunda Remodel – Tucson, AZ
• Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel – Tucson, AZ
• Black Oak Casino II – Tuolumne, CA
• Paradise Valley Country Club – Paradise Valley, AZ
• Casino del Sol – Tucson, AZ
• United Automotive Showroom & Service Center Renovations – Scottsdale & Phoenix, AZ
• Phoenix Police Academy Expansion – Phoenix, AZ
• Sun Automotive Audi Showroom & Service Center – Scottsdale, AZ
• Science Applications International Corp. Dish Sterling Solar Generator - AZ
• Payson Water Treatment Facility – Payson, AZ
• Arizona Public Service (APS) STAR Center Sitework – Tempe, AZ
Previous Employment
Sicon, LLC. Owner’s Representative Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Project Manager Hunt Construction Group Project Engineer Caliente Construction Estimator & Project Manager Southwest Desert Builders Union Apprentice Carpenter
Education
BS, Construction Management Illinois State University
Clients
Navajo Nation Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community San Carlos Apache Tribe Pascua Yaqui Tribe Tohono O’odham Nation Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Paradise Valley Country Club 29 Palms Band of Mission Indians United Automotive City of Phoenix Sun Automotive Science Application Intl. APS TRW
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OWNERS AND KEY PERSONNEL
Darryl Sam Member – Owner’s Representative – Construction Manager
Professional Background
Hands on field experience brings incalculable knowledge and benefit to a project
and Darryl brings over a dozen years of field experience in conjunction with a
dozen years of Management. Darryl’s project responsibility and tasks include
constructability reviews, cost of alternative designs, master program planning to
individual construction planning and closeout.
Darryl has extensive experience in the development, coordination, and execution
of multi-tasked, multi-million dollar projects. Darryl’s blend of field experience
and management experience provides a unique, comprehensive job perspective.
Featured Project Experience
Program Management
• Bluestone – Housing & Commercial Development – Houck, AZ Construction Management ● Kayenta Multi-purpose Justice Center – Kayenta, AZ
● Yreka Walmart Expansion – Yreka, CA
● Claypool Walmart Remodel – Claypool, AZ
● Redding Walmart Expansion – Redding, CA
● Fresh & Easy Grocery Store – Multiple Locations in AZ
● DriveTime Tenant Improvement Renovation - Mesa, AZ
● Arizona State University – IT Data Center Renovation – Tempe, AZ
● Desert Mini Storage Building – Scottsdale, AZ
● Scottsdale Senior Center – Scottsdale, AZ
● Bill Heard Chevrolet – Scottsdale, AZ
● Higley Elementary Classroom Additions – Gilbert, AZ
● Gilbert High School Renovations – Gilbert, AZ
● Hualapai Boys & Girls Club – Peach Springs, AZ
● Alamo Navajo Wellness Center – Alamo, NM
Previous Employment
Big D Construction Project Manager Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Sr. Project Engineer R&O Construction Project Superintendent Wespac Construction, Inc. Project Engineer Sam Wadsworth Construction Owner & Project Manager Kortman Electric Journeyman Electrician K. E. C., Inc. Journeyman Electrician Sam Electrical Contracting Journeyman Electrician Mountain Land Electric Journeyman Electrician
Education
BS, Construction Management Arizaona State University
Clients
Navajo Nation Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Tesco, PLC DriveTime Auto Group Arizona State University Desert Mini Storage Scottsdale Senior Center Higley Elementary School
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OWNERS AND KEY PERSONNEL
Desmond Wilson Owner’s Representative – Low Voltage Pre-Construction Manager
Professional Background
With over 23 years of experience in Information Technology, Desmond has excelled at almost all facets of the field. Desmond worked with several government entities for 18 years and has a thorough understanding of their processes and needs. Although most of his career has been within the government, Aviation, and Indian Gaming/Hospitality verticals, Desmond has been able to easily transfer his skills to other verticals. Desmond has several years of hands on experience and training. He applies this knowledge to all projects and initiatives. Desmond often takes on the role of business relationship manager by sitting between owners/management and technical teams to ensure everyone is on the same page with goals and status.
Featured Project Experience
Program Management
• City of Phoenix Aviation Project Management Office – Phoenix, AZ IT Project Management and Low Voltage Consulting ● Dolphinaris Arizona – Scottsdale, AZ
● Modern Grove View – Scottsdale, AZ
● Docktails Bar & Grill – Scottsdale, AZ
● Polar Play – Scottsdale, AZ
● Casino Surveillance System Replacement – Scottsdale, AZ
● Sky Train Phase 1 Project – Phoenix, AZ
● Sky Harbor Consolidated Rental Car Facility – Phoenix, AZ
● Air Rescue Fire Fighting Stations 19 & 29 – Phoenix, AZ
● Deer Valley Airport Fiber Ring – Phoenix, AZ
Previous Employment
Alepai Consulting Services, LLC Principal IT Consultant Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Government Senior IT Project Manager Casino Arizona/Talking Stick Resort IT Manager City of Phoenix Aviation Department IT Program/Project Manager City of Peoria AZ Network Technician Thunderbird Graduate School Lead IT Technician
Education
BS, Global Management with Finance Specialization Arizona State University West
Clients
Ventura Entertainment Modern Grove Polar Play Casino Arizona/Talking Stick Resort High Street Phoenix
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SCOPE OF SERVICES
Outline of Primary Services Dextera’s project approach is to create and foster a positive team environment that allows each and every team
member to contribute to the project and share in the success. As the Program Manager we will ensure that each
Team Member will be accountable for their respective scope of services. We ensure this by providing Leadership
from development and planning through design and construction to close-out and post-completion to ensure the
project meets the client’s desired intent.
Our Services are inclusive of, but not limited to the following:
Development & Planning Phase
• Organize the internal Leadership
• Assist & facilitate feasibility studies and due diligence studies
• Assist & coordinate with Governmental Agencies
• Create preliminary schedules and develop conceptual budgets
• Solicit and develop a detailed RFQ/ RFP. Evaluate and assist in the selection process
• Assist in Contract review and negotiations
• Spearhead Value Engineering studies
Pre-Construction Phase
• Design Review at DD Level (60%) and CD Level (95%)
• Facilitate & Coordinate with Utility Service Providers
• Facilitate Building Code Compliance review
• Construction Schedule analysis, evaluation and recommendations
• Prepare project budgets and estimates in conjunction with Project Team
• Conduct & Lead Project Team meetings
• Provide oversight of procurement and bidding process, ensuring Subcontractors and Suppliers met the project requirements.
• Development of Payment Application process and Cash Flow information that meets the requirements of project and/or lending agency.
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SCOPE OF SERVICES
Construction Phase
• Attend and guide regular construction coordination meetings.
• Monitor and update the progress of the project schedule, assist Owner’s team with scheduling of Owner’s activities.
• Ensure progress is being coordinated with Owner’s Vendors and FF&E.
• Make recommendations to the CM/GC and the Owner for remedial action if necessary to mitigate schedule variances.
• Budget oversight and control, as well as cost savings and value engineering verification and processing.
• Review A/E & CM/GC’s requests for change orders and make recommendations to the Owner regarding the validity of the change order request and potential budget and schedule impacts.
• Prepare and maintain monthly report, including status of identification of all agreed changes made to the contract documents generated from: requests for information (RFI’s), change order requests (COR’s), approved proposal requests (APR’s) and Architect’s supplemental instructions (ASI’s), Cash
flow and forecasted risk. • Coordinate with the CM/GC on the installation of Owner’s utility services.
• Review pay applications and backup documentation to insure proper payment
• Coordination building codes, ensuring all permits, changes and final inspections are handled expeditiously and appropriately throughout the project including the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy
Close-Out Phase
• Coordination of Owner’s FF&E.
• Coordination of project turnover and owner occupancy process.
• Schedule a final walk-thru with the Owner and A/E for the preparation of a final punch list. Monitor the progress of the CM/GC’s remedial work.
• Assist with coordination of final operational tests, establishing operating parameters, start-up trouble-shooting, and training.
• Deliver as-built drawings, guarantees, keys, attic stock, maintenance supplies, manuals, and maintenance data.
• Coordination of final inspections with entities that have jurisdictional authority.
• Coordinate and negotiate final payment amount and terms
• Claims mitigation and Construction defect investigation. Provide coordination of findings for remediation and repairs.
Post-Completion Phase
• Final project evaluation meeting to determine effectiveness of the project results and to identify future capital improvements.
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SCOPE OF SERVICES
Low Voltage Systems Management
Dextera’s expertise & experience in management of the Low Voltage Systems allow the building to interact with occupants, making better use of time, reducing costs and improving quality. Dextera’s integrated approach provides a single source for the design and implementation of these systems along with mechanical and electrical support infrastructure. Our approach is really a form of risk management, when we act as the sole provider for essential building systems, the Owner’s risk is reduced.
• Structured Cabling/ Data Networks/ Communications
• Audio Video
• Call Systems
• Surveillance & Security Systems
• Distributed Antennae System (DAS) is a solution that ensures buildings/structures have good wireless coverage. DAS increases the customer experience within a building/structure by ensuring a strong cellular signal and enabling customers to stay connected. DAS also solves Public Safety issues related to Fire/Police hand held radios by ensuring these devices work throughout the building. Public Safety Radio coverage requirements within buildings/structures are addressed in the International and National Fire Codes. Fire Inspectors across the nation are pushing to ensure new and remodeled buildings/structures follow Fire Codes related to Public Safety Radio Coverage.
Scopes of work are inclusive of, but not limited to, the following:
• Design, Planning and Procurement Phase: a. Review of design documents and specifications and budgets b. Prepare RFQ/RFP for integrators of each individual low voltage system c. Evaluate proposals and recommend for contract. d. Schedule demonstration of systems with TOGE departments, by the integrator and their vendors. e. Provide value engineering, alternates, options and recommendation of systems. f. Contract negotiations and Issuance g. Coordination with design team the power, mechanical, supports, structural, distribution,
redundant fail safe systems and requirements
• Construction / Installation Phase a. Coordination with CMAR status of ID closets, racks, redundant power, schedule of clean power
systems. b. Coordination with Owner’s / Design / Construction team areas that require early turnover for
“burn in” and calibration of gaming equipment. c. Coordination with Owner’s team the slot floor, cage, FOH / BOH access systems layout and
implement installation of all systems. d. Scheduling and coordination with Department of Gaming, Tribal Gaming Regulatory, and
surveillance department of turnover and operation of systems. e. Conduct regular low voltage meetings on site with all parties.
• Close-out Phase: a. Commissioning, testing, and certification of network systems b. Warranties and maintenance of systems, and on-site training of TOGE operations departments
on all systems. c. Coordinate the storage of spare parts and attic stock for all systems.
d. Ensure that technical support & maintenance program is instituted for the Owner.
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FIRM EXPERIENCE
Project Name/Location Value Casino & BOH Year Completed
Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ
$44M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino & Hotel. Inclusive of all Infrastructure. WWTP & WTP
2017
Graton Resort & Casino – Hotel Expansion – Rohert Park
$175M Hotel Expansion 2016
Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley Resort - Low Voltage Systems - Glendale, AZ
$4.5M New Build for Casino Low Voltage systems, Structured Cabling, Surveillance, Card Access, Audio/Video, Radio Repeaters
2015
Desert Diamond Casino - Rotunda Renovation - Tucson, AZ
$265K Renovation and Expansion of Gaming Floor 2014
Fire Rock Navajo Casino - Renovations - Gallup, NM
$5.6M Renovation of Restaurant and Entertainment Venue
2014
Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - FF&E Management - Flagstaff, AZ
$3.3M Managed FF&E Purchasing and Installation 2014
Twin Arrow Navajo Casino Resort - Capital Improvement - Flagstaff, AZ
$530K Miscellaneous modifications and enhancements to the existing facility.
2014
Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - Phase II - Flagstaff, AZ
$35M Design/ Build Assistance services for Hotel addition of 110 Room Hotel (4 Star)
2014
Navajo Tribal Utility Authority - Water & Waste Water Treatment Facilities @ TANCR - Flagstaff, AZ
$12M Design/ Build Assistance Services for New WTP & WWTP
2013
Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - Phase I - Flagstaff, AZ
$160M Design/ Build Assistance service for New Casino & Hotel. 217,000 SF Casino, 35,000 SF Conference Center & 90 Room Hotel (4 Star)
2013
Northern Edge Navajo Casino - Farmington, NM
$50M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino Build
2012
Navajo Tribal Utility Authority - Water & Waste Water Treatment Facilities @ NENC - Farmington, NM
$5M Design/ Build Assistance Services for New WTP & WWTP
2012
Running Creek Casino - Upper Lake, CA $9M New Casino Build, Restaurant, and Conference Area
2011
Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino - Chandler, AZ $182M New Casino Build, Hotel Tower, Entertainment Venue, and Food Service Areas
2011
Chinle Navajo Casino - Chinle, AZ $1M New Casino Build - Precon 2010
Flowing Waters Navajo Casino - Tse D'aa Kaan, NM
$2M New Casino Build 2010
Talking Stick Resort - Scottsdale, AZ $5.9M Design/ Building Services for Integrated Security & Surveillance System for new Casino & Hotel
2010
Fire Rock Navajo Casino - Gallup, NM $25M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino Build
2009
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel - Tucson, AZ $95M 180,000 SF Casino, Theater, Arcade, Dining 160,000 SF Hotel, Banquet, Pool & Kitchen
2006
Black Oak Casino - Phase II - Tuolumne, CA $45M 166,000 SF Casino, Bowling Alley, Theater, Arcade, Fine Dining
2004
*these projects were completed while an employee of another firm
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FIRM EXPERIENCE
Project Name/Location Value Casino & BOH Year Completed
Paradise Valley Country Club - Paradise Valley, AZ
$39M 60,000 SF Addition with Phased Demolition, Fitness Center, Swimming Pool Clubhouse and Fine Dining
2003
Black Oak Casino - Phase I - Tuolumne, CA $15M Casino, Restaurant and Bar
2003
Casino del Sol - Tucson, AZ $72M 350,000 SF Casino, Sports Bar, Fine Dining and Themed Tuscany Streetscape. Outdoor Ampitheater
2002
Cliff Castle Casino - Camp Verde, AZ $24M New Casino Build
2001
Spotlight 29 Casino - Coachella, CA $44M 200,000 SF Casino, Restaurant, Theater
2001
*these projects were completed while an employee of another firm
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The Black Oak Casino (Phase 2) comprised of a three-story 126,000 S.F. building,
housing over 940 slot machines, 24 gaming tables, and smoking & non-smoking
gaming areas. Addi%onal venues include an entertainment lounge, a stage for
live entertainment, a dance floor, a 24-hour café/buffet, and a sports bar, in ad-
di%on to the “family friendly” area with an arcade, family restaurant, and 24 lane
bowling alley
The project incorporates the use of local materials using crea%ve and abstract
methods, including faux black oak trees at the cash cage, and an entry ceiling
featuring Lumicast panels embedded with actual black oak leaves that were col-
lected from the project site during the fall.
Many challenges were faced on the project, including a project site with size lim-
ita%ons, natural and man-made boundaries on all sides (some with cultural sig-
nificance), bedrock that required blas%ng, a fluctua%ng water table, as well as
scheduling, safety, and traffic concerns incurred due to the exis%ng casino (Phase
1) remaining fully opera%onal during the construc%on of the new facility
Black Oak Casino—Phase II Business Name
Loca�on Tuolumne, CA
Owner: Tuolumne Band of
Me-Wuk Indians
Designer: KGA Architecture
$51.4 MILLION X X X X RELIABLE X X X X TRUSTWORTHY XXXX FAIRNESS XXXX VALUE
80 SEAT FINE DINING
Phone: 602/ 524-2315
Email: [email protected]
14215 N. 43rd Street
Phoenix, AZ
85032
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SPORTS BAR
24 GAMING TABLES
126,000 SF
200 SEAT CAFÉ
940 SLOTS
24 LANE BOWLING ALLEY
RETAIL AREA
CHILD CARE AREA
250 SEAT ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE
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The Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel rises out of the Sonora Desert, a true diamond in
the ruff
The 4-Star hotel features a drama�c two-story circular lobby with views of the crescent
shaped pool, fire pit, and distant mountains, and offers 150 guest rooms and junior suits,
and a 6,000 S.F. conference facility with separate breakout rooms and pre-func�on space
The Casino’s vast gaming area includes over 1,300 slots, 24 table games, a dedicated
poker room, a dedicated space for smoke-free gaming, keno, and a 300 seat bingo
hall.
Many challenges were faced on this mul�-phased project, including the necessity to
keep disrup�ons to the on-going gaming opera�on at a minimum, design restric�ons
due to the nearby airport, and several site issues, not the least of which was the re-
quirement to cross a wash that had been deemed “a navigable river of the U.S.”
During the preconstruc�on phase of this more than 300,000-square-foot casino/hotel
project, members of our team brought the client and team together to determine
how to deliver the project within budget while incorpora�ng local, culturally relevant
materials. A series of collabora�ve mee�ngs allowed the team to also discover $20
million in cost savings without significantly impac�ng the end user experience or the
client’s ability to generate revenue.
Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel Business Name
Loca�on Tucson, AZ
Owner: Tohono O’odham
Gaming Enterprise
Designer: JCJ Architecture
$152 MILLION X X X X RELIABLE X X X X TRUSTWORTHY XXXX FAIRNESS XXXX VALUE
180,000 SF HOTEL
Phone: 602/ 524-2315
Email: [email protected]
14215 N. 43rd Street
Phoenix, AZ
85032
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NIGHT CLUB
6,000 SF CONF. CENTER
164,000 SF CASINO
300 SEAT BINGO
1300+ SLOTS
150 ROOM FOUR STAR HOTEL
FINE DINING
POKER ROOM
MULTI-PHASED SCHEDULE
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November 6, 2014
To Whom It May Concern:
It is a pleasure for me to share with you about Cassey Phillip’s character, abilities,
personality, expertise and professionalism. I had the pleasure of working with Cassey the
past six years. As the Corporate Director of Operations for the Gila River Gaming
Enterprise, I worked closely with Cassey as she was a Project Manager, for Kitchell, on
our Wild Horse Pass Project. Cassey was always professional, articulate and willing to
assist the owner, without forgetting the responsibility to the General Contractor in which
she represented. She would find the balance between working the sub-contractors and the
owner’s interest.
I was also fortunate enough to work with Cassey in her capacity of an owner’s
representative. It was interesting to be able to see her use her knowledge and skills to
represent the owner’s interest. Her experience from the Project Manager role she had
previously was beneficial in representing the owner’s interest on the Twin Arrows
Navajo Casino Resort.
Cassey is an individual with very strong work ethic, and morals. She tends to follow
policies and processes to the tee. She is well organized in thought and practice, and very
methodical in her approach to problem resolution. Cassey is very articulate, and
represents an organization very well; I have observed her work in two different diverse
Native American organizations.
I am confident that whether Cassey is representing a general Contractor or an Owner, she
will continue to perform at the highest level possible and represent the organization with
grace and respect.
I would not hesitate to recommend Cassey for any position in which her skills and
expertise can be exploited; I hope to have the pleasure of working with Cassey again in
the near future. If you should have any further questions or if I can be of any further help,
please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
Jim Wanamaker
18206 N. 75th Ave.
Glendale, Arizona 85308
480 620 7355 cell
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February 3, 2017
To Whom It May Concern:
I have had the pleasure and good fortune to work very closely with Tony Roberts through different
employers on the following three new casino construction projects:
1) Desert Diamond Casino Hotel – Tucson, AZ (2007-2008). My role was CFO.
2) Twin Arrows Casino Resort – Flagstaff, AZ (2009-2010). My role was CFO.
3) Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ (2016-2017). My role was CEO.
As the CFO on the first two projects listed above, my interactions with Tony were predominantly
focused on detailed reviews of bids, cost projections and construction loan draw requests; however, I
also attended numerous construction meetings and observed firsthand Tony in his role as the primary
Owner’s Representative. As the CEO on the Apache Sky casino project, I communicated with Tony on
almost a daily basis concerning every aspect of the construction process.
Tony’s range and depth of knowledge over all facets of construction projects is very impressive. He
also has an above average understanding of the operating needs of various casino departments, e.g.,
Slots, Table Games, Cage, Surveillance, etc., which is valuable during the planning and building phases
to achieve maximum efficiencies. During meetings Tony is often asking questions that are two or three
levels deep. He seems to always be thinking a step or two ahead of the “average” construction manager.
Equally impressive as his trade/technical knowledge and experience are his interpersonal skills. I have
witnessed him being very professional and respectful while presenting to Tribal Councils and Boards
of Directors and communicating very effectively and appropriately with contractors and
subcontractors on the jobsite. He is always very timely and responsive.
In closing, I would highly recommend Tony Roberts for any tribal gaming organization that seeks an
extremely experienced and successful Owner’s Representative. His knowledge and leadership ability
along with a strong moral compass makes him a strong asset for any construction project. Please feel
free to contact me with any questions regarding Mr. Robert’s professional or personal attributes.
Sincerely,
Kurt Schmidt
Kurt Schmidt, CEO
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