A certfied Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in project and operations management, PMO development, staff leadership, consulting, mentoring, P&L oversight, customer relations. An outgoing communicator with proven capabilities to deal with people at all levels. BSEE, PMP |
KEYWORD SUMMARY: Project manager, Program management, PMO, Processes, P&L Management, Budget Control, Mentor, PMP certification, Risk Assessment, Contract administration, strategic planning, Business Development, Services, MS Project, Construction, Facilities management
EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW:
An assertive and innovative professional with over 20 years of experience in project and operations management encompassing cross-functional projects, methodology/process development, staff leadership, consulting, mentoring, P&L oversight, external/internal liaison and customer relations. An outgoing communicator with a driven work ethic and proven capabilities to deal with people at all levels to establish and achieve goals.
KEY SKILLS:
Project/Operations Management
Contract Negotiations
Budget/Cost Controls
Utility Generation/Maintenance
Construction/Facilities Management
P&L Control
Risk Assessment
PMO Development/Administration
Root Cause Analysis/Problem Resolution
Vendor/Client Relations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Operations Manager 2001-2002
*Managed and directed the delivery of IT, construction and technical support for the Houston District. Avnet specializes in total IT solution development and implementation for a number of diverse industries.
*Established direction, set priorities, resolved issues, developed strategic business plans, executed contracts and mentored/motivated staff of 40. Oversaw P&L of $47 million annual services budget and
achieved a total revenue annual goal of $65 million within seven months of hire.
Regional Director, Project Management 2001
*Conceived and implemented project management processes and developed project management “Best Practices”. Using these processes, project profitability increased by 25% and customer satisfaction increased by 48%.
*Established Project Management Office (PMO) for the consistent application of processes. Established metrics for the monitoring of project performance. Mentored and developed project managers in PM techniques resulting in a 62% increase in certifications and a 200% increase in project on-time completion in less than one year.
Program Executive
*Directed the construction of data centers throughout the US. Acted as single point contact between the Client, A/E firm and GC. Formulated and implemented a strategy to allow concurrent site construction of up to six data centers (each valued at $50-60 million) to be brought to market two years ahead of original schedule.
Principal Consultant
*Directed all aspects of scope, budget and schedule control for selected portion of $500 million steam generator replacement project.
*Developed detailed WBS for project, which evolved into a 175,000 activity schedule. Directed engineering, maintenance, construction and procurement activities. As a result, the project was completed in less than 57 days (an industry record) at a savings of $11 million under original budget.
Supervisor, Project Engineering
*Directed team of 13 project engineers and project managers charged with developing modifications to power generating facility. Acted as corporate sponsor for the justification of plant modifications. Generated budgets, performance indicators and management reports in support of groups’ activities. Prepared modification cost and technical justifications, project schedules, budget estimates and implementation impact evaluations.
*Developed individual goals, objectives and personal development plans for each employee. Encouraged team concept and close collaboration for project development.
*Led multi-disciplined engineering team in program to upgrade Instrumentation and Control system equipment for safety related systems. This program improved plant reliability and saved over $115 million in maintenance costs over the life of the plant.
Project Construction Manager
*Developed implementation plans, coordinated resources and monitored the installation of modifications and facility change requests.
*Developed, reviewed and performed construction proof, surveillance and special tests.
Prior to 1990:
Project Engineer, Construction
Coordinator, Operating Experience Review
Plant Support Manager, Restart Manager
Regulatory Compliance Engineer
Engineering Shift Outage Manager
Project Manager/Construction Manager
Project Manager, Maintenance
I&C Start-Up Engineer
Electrical and I&C Design Engineer
Advanced Computer Design Division
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Business Manager (CBM)
Certified IP Telephony Project Manager
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
Construction Managers Association (CMA)
Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI)
International Facilities Management Association (IFMA) |
