Jerry N. Oates Jr.
*** ****** **. ******** *******, CO 80911
*******@*******.*** 719-***-****
Project Manager
Summary of Qualifications
Dynamic, seasoned, and accomplished Project Manager with 20 years experience in the United States Army with expertise in personnel training/development and land management.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate with a concentration in Project Management, trained on best practices and proper techniques for sustainable success and career advancement.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with experience working in a team environment; possess and demonstrate a unique ability to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
Technical Skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Security Clearance: Secret, Active
Professional Experience
Computer Sciences Corp (CSRA) Ft. Carson, CO; 2008 to Present
Sustainable Range Program Manager, Operations Manager (4/2011 to Present)
Work with clients to enhance delivery of service through the implementation of core business processes for process improvement; develop, implement and review customer relations service improvement programs. Manage center operations, interact with customers, and oversee 54 total employees operating in a defined support operations area, across four separate locations.
Highlights:
Recommended changes to policies and established procedures that made an immediate and lasting impact on policies and procedures.
Coordinated and communicated with Area Managers to leverage resources and develop solutions; interacted with subordinate supervisors, customers and peer group managers.
Responsible for over 40 million dollars’ worth of equipment.
Managed a budget over 5 million dollars
Ensured all work completed at all locations were within the War Fighter Contract SOW
Managed FFP (with revisions) and T&M contracts
Ensured all maintenance/repair of all equipment under the SRP program on Ft. Carson was completed in a timely manner so that no loss of training time was recorded.
Recognized as the best DMPRC on the Sustainable Range Program in the ARMY based on efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Selected to fill in for the Installation Operations Manager during his absence.
Project/Program Manager, Team Lead I (3/2008 to 3/2011)
Defined projects, created schedule, prepared budget, and managed multiple projects simultaneously through effective prioritization; ensured achievement of project deliverables and adhered to requirements of schedule and budget. Managed expectations and functioned as a liaison between client, company, and project team members; monitored project metrics and tracked performance. Addressed performance issues; provided performance input upon project completion.
Highlights:
Leadership duties included oversight of assigned personnel for each project; delegated responsibilities according to timelines and completion of project objectives.
Selected to assume position of Range Manager during periods of absence; earned a performance-based promotion from Team Lead I to Team Lead II.
Responsible for all time keeping duties for my assigned employees
Ensured all work completed was within the Statement of Work
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Loomis Fargo and Company Colorado Springs, CO
Armed Armored Service Technician 12/2005 to 2/2008
Maintained accountability for hundreds of thousands of dollars on a daily basis; worked in a two person team, drove an armored van/truck, picked up and delivered money. Repaired and serviced Automated Teller Machines (ATM) as needed; trained an average of six new Armored Truck Drivers per year on the proper paperwork, delivery methods and security.
Military Experience
United States Army Fort Carson, CO
Installation Bradley Master Gunner 10/2004 to 11/2005
Functioned as the primary advisor to the Division Commander on all training issues pertaining to small arms weapons, infantry dismounted training and all Bradley Fighting Vehicle training. Supervised the training oversight, mentorship and training support for all units (approximately 13,000 people), stationed at Fort Carson. Addressed and resolved training and support issues; coordinated effectively between all units on Fort Carson and civilian units requesting ranges or training land.
Highlights:
Scheduled and de-conflicted range issues using the Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS).
Responsible for all the Live fire maneuver training on Ft. Carson
Ensured all training units on Fort Carson were enabled to use training land and ranges in preparation for upcoming deployments to Iraq/Afghanistan.
Recognized by the Division Commander as an outstanding trainer and land manager.
Military Training
Certificate, Emergency Program Manager (80 Hours) – 2001
Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course, Ft. Benning – 2001
Certificate, Emergency Response to Terrorism (80 Hours) – 2000
Certificate, Emergency Preparedness Training (80 Hours) – 2000
Master Gunner Course (BFV), Ft. Benning – 1999
Senior Instructor/Operator UCOFT Certification - 1999
Basic Non-Commissioned Officers Course, Ft. Hood – 1996
Combat Lifesaver Course, Ft. Carson – 1994
Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Course (120 hours), Ft. Carson – 1992
Small Arms Maintenance Course, Baumholder, Germany – 1989
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management – DeVry University, Colorado Springs, CO
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 2014
Concentration in Project Management
DeVry University, Colorado Springs, CO
Bachelor of Science in Technical Management, 2012
Concentration in Business Information Systems