Project Manager Management

Stephanie R. Stephens

**** ********** *****, ********, ** 38134

Phone 901-***-**** (home) • 901-***-**** (cell)

E-mail ***********@*****.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

Desiring a management position that will allow professional growth in a challenging and positive environment.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects

• Communicate effectively and coordinate activities with multiple departments.

• Strong people skills and financial management abilities.

• Ability to see the big picture

• Contract execution

• Broad knowledge of environmental and civil engineering, infection control, hazardous waste management, corrosion control, underground piping, concrete restoration and storm water management.

• Multiple management skills including Critical Path Method and Total Quality on projects valued to $15 million.

• Strong emphasis on maintainability of facilities with the use of standards and design/construction methods that support repair vs. replacement.

• Proficient in a wide variety of computer programs including Team Approach.

• Experience in planning, scheduling, implementation, budget, research, project closeout and compliance.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Christian Brothers University, Memphis, TN.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Southwest TN Community College Memphis, TN 2008 – Present

Director, Physical Plant

• Responsible for providing maintenance, repairs and construction services for the operation of the facilities, grounds, utility services and other related functions.

• Responsible for the management, direction, and growth of the following teams for 4 individual sites:

o HVAC

o General Maintenance including mechanics, painters, and electricians

o Motor Pool

o General Services which includes document storage and retrieval and set-ups

o Mail Room

o Shipping and Receiving

o Environmental Services

o Landscaping and Grounds

o Environmental Health and Safety

o Facility Rentals

o Construction and contractor management

• Monitors the Physical Plant budget for accuracy

• Developed a communication process with other divisions on campus to ensure cooperation and team building in support of the mission of the college. This has resulted in reduced disruptions to the college functions by identifying issues early and addressing them quickly.

• Responsible for the training and education to ensure team members are able to advance in their careers.

• Implemented cross-training that allows more diversity and flexibility within and across the teams.

• Encouraging more communication between the teams with required team meetings at least twice a month.

• Implemented monthly housekeeping inspections by cross-functional teams to improve our facilities and team relationships.

ALSAC Memphis, TN 2007 – 2008

Fund Raising Arm of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Associate Director, Administration – Gift Planning Department

• Responsible for the leadership of the Administrative Team. This team includes the Gift Compliance Coordinator, Business Analyst, Event Planner, Special Projects Manager, and Administrative Support Staff of 17.

• Responsible for compiling the Long Range Plans for GP, departmental budget, coordination with other departments, polices and procedures manuals, expense statements, and check requests.

• Monitors GP Division budget for accuracy each month.

• Coordinates activities with donors and various departments at ALSAC and SJCRH.

• Implemented cross-training that allows staff members to cover different jobs.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Memphis, TN 2001 – 2007

World Renowned Children’s Cancer Research Facility

Project Manager II

• PM for $15 million renovation of cafeteria. Coordinated the design team which included the donor, architects, engineers and end users. Supervised the development and implementation of construction documents.

• Responsible for over 30 concurrent projects in the patient care and research areas from conception to completion.

• Management of the Time and Materials Contract, including scheduling and workload leveling.

• Responsible for the definition, budget, schedule and customer satisfaction for a widely diverse group of projects serving a customer base.

• Manage all projects related to the Patient Care Center, a treatment area for immunosuppressed children. This factor requires extreme attention to detail in all areas to protect these vulnerable patients.

• Developed a training program for on-site contractors covering all aspects of infection control in relation to site construction and remodeling.

• Worked with various departments to develop standards for plumbing, furniture and painting systems to increase maintenance efficiency and decrease costs.

City of Longview Longview, WA 2000 – 2001

Unique and Innovative Planned City

Engineering Technician

• Reviewed development plans for meeting City standards and specifications.

• Coordinated the review process with other City departments.

• Managed storm water review and implementation program.

• Approved and issued permits for work done in the public right-of-way.

• Verified new plats for technical accuracy before City approval.

• Prepared easements and investigated property ownership.

• Prepared plans and specification packages, monthly project cost estimates and maintained cost accounting.

Weyerhaeuser Paper Company Springfield, OR 1985 – 1993

Premier Manufacturer of Wood Products, With Specialties in Linerboard, Fine Paper, and Packaging

Senior Project Engineer

Complete design responsibility for various projects in a 2500 TPD Kraft pulp and paper mill. Responsibilities included:

- Project scope

- Cost control

- Design

- Construction

- Implementation of projects for all departments.

Typical projects included:

• $2.5 million surge pond renovation project. Innovative construction techniques included the first double lined system with leak detection in the Weyerhaeuser Company.

• $1.5 million roof investigation project led to the full replacement of roof and structure while production operations continued with zero downtime.

• On-site systems expert for hazardous waste containment, corrosion inspection and recommendation, and groundwater issues.

• Managed all underground pipe systems for both new construction and maintenance activities.

• Managed the installation of a secondary suction roll on a 200 inch Kraft machine, increasing drying capacity and quality significantly.

• Maintained a minimum of 25 active projects at all times, bringing all in on time and under budget, with complete customer satisfaction.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

TAPPI

SSPC (Steel Structures Painting Council)

ASHE (American Society of Healthcare Engineers)

TNAPPA

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