Manager Project

Gilbert's InformationLocation: HOUSTON, TXTitle: Manager TelecommunicationsExperience: 12+ yearsWilling to Relocate: NoWilling to Travel: No TravelCareer Level: IntermediateWork Status: U.S. CitizenMember Since: 2011-09-21 Helpful Links

-->

GILBERT CLAY DERRICK

CLAY DERRICK

abp6v6@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Manager Communications

SUMMARY

Over twenty years' experience in electronic communications and project management including support of all VSAT, voice, data, VoIP communications, PBX, video and voice mail systems for major, global oil and gas companies. Recognized for broad and in depth knowledge of all areas of this specialty with the ability to effectively manage the budgeting, specifications, and installation of new initiatives that were accomplished within budget and time targets established. Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with top executives and all levels of operations management and support staff.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TRANSOCEAN OFFSHORE DEEPWATER DRILLING, INC. - Texas 1996 - 2011

Manager Telecommunications

Managed a functional budget of $2 million and supervised up to 4 technicians. Responsibilities included: support for all VSAT, voice, data, VoIP communications, Avaya PBX's, video and voice mail systems. Managed monitoring of environmental support systems for corporate data centers and related service contracts.

Coordinated and assisted with the design of a global WAN, LAN, VoIP and voice network architecture, project management, integration, optimization, and installation which ensured that all voice calls were routed across the company's global private MPLS network in the most efficient manner. All off-net calls are routed to the closest company location across the network before going off-net. This comprehensive approach did not previously exist and increased efficiency.

Responsible for the management of corporate cell phone contract which consisted of 1100 + phones. Consolidated multiple cell phone contracts into a single contract resulting in a saving of over $ 1 million annually.

Provided support and coordination for globally dispersed WAN, LAN, VoIP installations including field locations and off-shore rigs which resulted in significant annual savings.

Assisted in the development of the Corporate Disaster Recovery project which ensured minimal interruption to voice and data service in case of disasters.

Reduced communications service contracts 5% - 10% per year by integrating voice and data, and setting communications hardware standards for all local/wide area networks, both domestically and internationally.

Initiated a competitive bidding environment for negotiating worldwide satellite (VSAT) contract which is estimated to save $20 million over a 5 year contract period.

Assisted management with the development of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) processes and procedures. Provided documentation to internal auditors as required.

Budgeted and designed vendor selection process and implemented Voice-Over WAN project resulting in significant annual cost savings.

Negotiated annual local and long distance contracts resulting in more than $ 200,000 annual savings.

Managed $6 million WAN services contract and advised management of progress and actual costs to projected costs. This initiative reduced cost 10-15% per year over four-year period.

Worked with both operations, engineering and internal IT groups to develop LAN cabling, VSAT, and PBX specifications, assisted in vendor selection for installation of hardware for both domestic and international rigs and offices. Served as the project manager for installations which were completed on time and within targeted budget.

Designed, performed vendor selection and managed corporate office Avaya PBX's, Cisco data switches, and wiring installation, including Park 10 data center and other regional offices.

Collaborated with Corporate and regional IT managers on installation of IP based call accounting system worldwide which achieved standardization throughout the company, providing management with accurate monthly call accounting reports.

Budgeted, designed, and managed construction of two corporate data centers (approximately 6,000 square feet) within budget of $1.5 million and completed the project on time.

SONAT EXPLORATION CO. - Texas 1989 - 1996

Supervisor of Communications

Supported all voice and data communications and Avaya PBXs for nine regional offices.

Developed, wrote, and implemented PBX, LAN, and WAN standards for all regional offices, including the management of long distance calling cards, pagers, and cell phones which made the communications process more reliable and efficient.

Managed and trained one local technician and two remote office technicians, building a team that was effective and worked together to achieve objectives.

CAREER CONSULTANTS, INC. - Texas 1988 - 1989

Network Analyst

Member of a four-person team responsible for maintaining a 1500 node network, installation of a T-1 network that spanned three locations, including a 100-150-call-per-day support center. Supported all communications hardware (CRT controllers, modems, circuits, and printers).

GORDON JEWELRY CO. - Texas 1982 - 1988

Supervisor of Voice/Data Communications

Planned and oversaw all Avaya telephone systems in more than 650 stores nationwide and Puerto Rico.

Coordinated and managed all telephone system installations including vendor selection, local service ordering, and support after the installation, and new store planning as it related to communications.

Reviewed blueprints for all new and remodeled stores ensuring all specifications were properly reflected in the blueprints.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Rice University - Managing People Successfully

AMA - Improving Project Management Skills

Fundamentals of Successful Project Management

Dedication and Exemplary Awards

Implementing Cisco Unified Communications Manager 8.0

Recognition and Reward Award for accomplishments above and beyond assigned duties

Professional Training

Equal Employment Opportunity

Transocean Code of Conduct

Economic Trade Sanctions and OFAC

Transocean Code of Conduct Certification

Careful Communication, Ethics Overview

Preventing Workplace Harassment

Recognizing Conflicts of Interest

Understanding the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

Contact this candidate