Project Manager

PAUL M. PERKINS

*** ********* **** • West Kingston, Rhode Island 02892

401-***-**** • **************@*****.***

PROJECT MANAGEMENT/ Engineer

Accomplished project manager with 20+ years of experience in administering multimillion dollar project budgets, outlining project scope and schedules, and building and leading very high performing internal and external teams. Tailor project strategies to the unique expectations, requirements, and objectives of very high-profile clients, including major universities and city government authorities. Develop highly successful communication plan to drive cohesion, buy-in, performance, and satisfaction among clients, staff, and stakeholders across all stages of the project lifecycle. Define project benchmarks, requirements, and priorities to produce exceptional results on key deliverables for simultaneous projects. Deploy Project Management Professional (PMP) training to establish financial, workforce, and process optimization strategies, including issues resolution.

Project Lifecycle Management • Communication Management • Multimillion Dollar Budget Administration Scheduling • Workflow Planning • Time Management • Organization • Strategic Partnership Building

Validation • Benchmarking • Goal Setting • Status Reporting • Negotiation • Decision-Making • Prioritization

Root Cause Analysis • Risk Management • Problem Solving • Client Needs Assessment • Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VISUAL CREATIONS INCORPORATED, Pawtucket, Rhode Island • 2009-2010

Production Coordinator/Production Planner

Formulated short-term and long-range production goals for manufacturer of store fixtures serving industry-leading retailers. Defined performance metrics and key indicators to secure ambitious project objectives on time and within budget. Developed innovative manpower strategies, including formulating outsourcing processes as needed. Established logistical, materials, and procurement parameters to optimize workflow while adhering to rigorous quality standards. Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to tailor operating processes and schedules to unique project requirements, expectations, and goals. Partnered with engineers to plan and institute lean processes, ensuring continuous improvement across all facets of the production cycle.

• Cut delivery times by 2/3 through process optimization and operational streamlining;

• Boosted efficiency and productivity by 40% through the institution of lean processes;

• Reduced outsourcing expenditures by 30% through strategic partnerships and contract negotiation;

• Cultivated stellar relationships with very high profile clients, including Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Walgreens, and Foster Grant, devising production solutions to drive client experience and loyalty;

• Implemented 2 12-hour shift schedules and trained temporary labor to successfully run CNC shop;

• Provided comprehensive oversight of CNC shop, including coordinating the procurement, use, and upkeep of 4 multi-head machines, 2 panel saws, table saws, and a 32 inch boring machine;

• Spurred performance across multiple departments through the implementation and maintenance of accountability charts for machine and assembly lines;

• Leveraged stellar analytical and problem-solving skills to audit operations, identify root causes, remediate production issues, and optimize processes in conjunction with President and Vice President of Sales.

PACKAGING CONCEPTS, LIMITED, Lincoln, Rhode Island • 2004-2009

Project Manager

Conceptualized and implemented operating strategies on advanced projects for $30M+ manufacturer of merchandizing displays and customized point-of-purchase (POP) displays, including injection mouldings and plastic extrusions. Routinely interfaced with sales teams to identify client objectives and requirements, formulating project processes to meet and exceed client expectations. Planned and launched all facets of project start-up, including assigning project managers, outlining resource needs, defining lean operating procedures, and instituting quality control and performance indicators. Provided comprehensive oversight for multiple concurrent and multisite projects for high-profile clients, including scope, financial, quality, integration, communication, risk, and human resource management.

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PACKAGING CONCEPTS, LIMITED (continued):

• Expertly supervised the day-to-day activities of 5 project managers developing merchandizing and display products for $30M+ organization;

• Singlehandedly managed projects valued at more than $20M, leading organization in number of successful project start-ups and completions;

• Generated more than $7M in sales revenues in one year;

• Consistently delivered unsurpassed project results on time and under budget for industry-leading clients, including Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Kohl’s, Sears, Albertson’s, and Walgreens;

• Built company profile and galvanized client acquisition and retention by developing innovative product offerings and production processes to meet the needs of existing and prospective clients;

• Promoted exceptional communication at all project levels, including coordinating routine status updates with key clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction at all project stages;

• Developed design renderings using Form Z or Auto CAD, as appropriate, to ensure client buy-in and promote a shared vision of success among clients, partners, and production crews department-wide.

DISPLAY WORLD, INCORPORATED, Warren, Rhode Island • 1991-2001

Production Manager/Production Scheduler

Optimized continuity, performance, and quality for $20M+ manufacturer of store fixtures, POP, and custom steel fabrications. Oversaw production across multiple lines, including 5 assembly lines, cutting department, vacuum forming, and wood, laminate, melamine, and acrylic production lines. Devised schedules to meet ambitious production timelines. Expertly coordinated production processes through multidepartment supervision, including administering assembly, packaging, and warehousing departments. Developed logistical strategies to drive quality while managing costs, including formulating resource requirements and procurement strategies.

• Oversaw growth of annual sales revenue from $1M to more than $20M as key contributor in on-going process of continuous performance improvement, quality assurance, and service optimization;

• Successfully led team of 8 supervisors to advance client and company objectives;

• Optimized profit and loss (P&L) margins through process improvements and resource innovations, including securing capital equipment and developing strategic sub-contractor partnerships;

• Drove rigorous safety standards by launching highly successful safety program, including coordinating equipment safety training and implementing exercise programs to reduce worker injury;

• Secured American Red Cross First Responder and CPR certification.

Additional Experience:

• BULLARD PICKERING COMPANY: General Manager

EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT

Project Management Certification (in progress)

Project Management Institute

Diploma in Computer Graphics & 2D/3D Design Solid Works

Diploma in Machine Design

Community College of Rhode Island, Warwick, Rhode Island

COMPUTER SKILLS

Autodesk, Advanced & 3D AutoCAD 2012, 3ds Max 6, Solid Works 2010, Form Z

Adobe Illustrator 4, Image Ready, Photoshop, Corel Graphic Suite

Microsoft Office Suite 2010

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