JAMES R. HEARN
*** ******* **** . *********, *** York 14420
585-***-**** (Home) . 585-***-**** (Cell) . ******@*********.**.***
Professional Profile
o Experienced in project team leadership and project/construction
management with a proven track record of managing multi-million dollar
projects across multiple customer sites.
o Analytical problem-solver with demonstrated ability to manage projects
from conceptual to planning through execution/completion and manage
project resources, progress, timeframes and budget under the pressure
of fast-paced, time and cost sensitive environments.
o Decisive, energetic focused team leader/player who leads high
performance teams through implementing lean manufacturing driving for
cost reduction and operational improvements.
o Strong background in codes and standards, contracts and specifications,
building materials, manufactured products, engineered equipment,
industrial construction and repair methods.
o Creative thinker with the ability to make decisions and execute
effectively.
o Effective communicator at all levels.
o Proficient in MSWord, Excel, MS Project, Access, AutoCAD, Visio,
Powerpoint
Areas of Expertise
Project Planning/Execution Process Redesign Project Risk Management
Productivity and Efficiency Cross-Functional Team Continuous Improvement of
Improvement Leadership Operational
Processes/Standards
Change Management Decision Making Project/Process Management
Six Sigma Methodology Multi Site Operations Customer Satisfaction
Strategic Planning and Total Quality Requirements/Contract
Leadership Management Management
Professional Experience
Senior Project/Construction Manager, Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, NY,
2003-2010
o Managed and executed maintenance and capital improvement projects
ranging from $5K to $35M..
o Responsible for bidding and specification packages, reviewing
requirements and drawings for code compliance, coordinated quality
assurance audits and developed project safety requirements for
contractors.
o Developed funding documentation, managed project expenditures and
objectives, prepared building, construction and equipment
specifications and meeting customer deliverables while meeting cost,
quality and schedule targets.
o Managed construction operations for building facilities and the
installtion/startup/commisioning of manufacturing equipment with a
staff of 2 engineers, 6 skilled trades' people and a contracted skilled
trades' installation workforce.
o Proficient with project management processes, work breakdown
structures, risk management processes, project life cycles, project
phases and gates and structured problem solving methods.
o Led multi-disciplined project teams to reduce construction installation
lead-time and cost and identify lean manufacturing/process improvement
opportunities resulting in a $327K/year savings and 42% increase in
installation efficiency.
o Managed Health, Safety and Environmental training, inspections and
assessments for customer and maintenance projects.
Senior Project Engineer, Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, NY, 1983-2003
o Managed and directed a group of 22 contract engineers to complete the
design and installation of projects in a manufacturing complex. Built
relationships with team members, defining roles and responsibilities,
identifying Kodak resources to help the team be effective, and
assisting in the execution and startup of customer projects.
o Led project teams to complete the design and installation of capital
and maintenance projects. Total cost of all projects was $18 million.
Projects included utility upgrades, liquid solution delivery systems,
process equipment upgrade/replacement and large-scale
manufacturing/process systems.
o Provided consulting support for future customer projects and assisted
in business case planning.
o Planned/coordinated/executed project startup and debug plans, assisted
in product accreditation plans, assisted in the development of
maintenance and operating procedures for new equipment, and built new
client relationships.
Professional Development
Asset Management Training Hazard Communication LOTO Awareness
Project Budgeting and Essential Leadership Evaluation, Selection &
Estimating Communication Skills Management of Contractors
Risk Management Leadership Awareness Developing User Requirements
Business Analysis Effective Negotiating Electrical Safety & Awareness
Fundamentals
Contractor Quality Assurance Invoice Verification Contracting for Professional
& Quality Control & Approval Services
Common Problems and DOT Hazmat Review Project Scope and Requirements
Resolutions Management
Education
BS Mechanical Engineering - Rochester Institute of Technology
BS Applied Science - Rochester Institute of Technology