Construction Project Manager
** ***** ** *********** ******* time, cost, and quality targets on NSB,
LTE, UMTS, GSM, E911, Mod, DAS, Microwave and related projects for
telecommunication market leaders
Resourceful problem Effective communicator Ability to manage from
solver Proven talent for site design through
Experienced at balancing building positive integration
a detailed focus with relationships Thinks outside the box to
client business strategy identify areas of
improvement
Highlights of expertise:
Construction / Decommissioning Change Order Management
QA / QC / Field Engineering Vendor Management
Material BOM & Scope Takeoff Environmental Remediation
Bidding / Estimates / Quotes Site Safety / OSHA Compliance
Budget Management & Cost Control Construction Crew Supervision
Professional Experience
TekSystems (MetroPCS/T-Mobile), Sunrise, FL
Project Manager, 9/2013 - Present
Provided support in the management of the Modernization Project. Performed
material and scope takeoff, initial document review, NTP requests, &
closeout review. Generated and issued Purchase Orders. Schedule updates,
approved final payments, etc.
Key Achievements:
. Drove T-Mobile modernization of 270 existing sites, meeting
milestones, deadlines, and quality targets. Surpassed Monthly and
Quarterly goals.
. Tracked entire Project using Excel (v-lookup and advanced formulas).
Norcon Global (Ericsson), Hollywood, FL
Construction Manager II, 4/2013 - 7/2013
Managed construction of cell sites to support Sprint Network Vision
Project; oversaw teams of trade professionals and provided leadership for
all aspects of LTE field construction. Coordinated inspections, reviewed
work in progress, final deliverables, and ensured compliance with quality
standards and safety protocols.
Key Achievements:
. Deftly juggled multiple schedules and competing priorities while
driving installation of 85+ existing site modifications, meeting
milestones, deadlines, and quality targets.
Verigent (Dynis, LLC), Richmond, VA
Construction Manager (Scoping Engineer), 11/2012 - 4/2013
Played instrumental role in success and profitability of cell site
construction for Tier 1 operator client (AT&T); prepared scope of work
(SOW) and related project documents, managed vendor relationships,
monitored quality and safety processes, and managed construction
activities.
Key Achievements:
. Led team of five field construction personnel and executed UMTS 1C and
LTE installations on schedule, providing oversight for all telco,
electrical, civil engineering, and RF elements.
. Delivered 75 existing site modifications on or ahead of schedule and
within budget.
Bechtel Telecommunications (Bechtel Corporation), various locations
Construction Manager (CM) 3/2000 - 1/2007
Project Manager (PM), 1/2007 - 10/2012
Led team of up to 10 field construction personnel and spearheaded NSB,
UMTS, DAS, LTE overlay, and site modification projects for AT&T and
Cingular. (In ALU, Ericsson, and NSN markets) Collaborated with RF
engineers, A&E firms, and site acquisition personnel to evaluate sites and
determine feasibility of construction build out. Prepared SOWs and
time/cost/material estimates, established work schedules and project
timelines, and managed turnkey build-outs including telco, electrical,
civil engineering aspects. Tracked project status; kept clients and
management updated on issues and status through clear reporting, project
status meetings, project tracking, and analysis. Collaborated across all
functions to ensure quality standards and project safety are adhered to.
Key Achievements:
. Led installation of nearly 850 NSB sites that included Rawland and
Colo monopoles, SST towers, guyed towers, rooftop structures, tenant
improvements, and DAS installations (interior arenas, stadium, and
outdoor neighborhood).
. Completed scoping of more than 200 NSB and Mod project sites using
AT&T turfing contract drivers (1.0 & 2.0).
. Demonstrated commitment to process improvement and cost reduction as
member of Six Sigma team;
. Leveraged DMAIC project methodology to streamline material tracking
and improve "Just in Time" material delivery processes.
. Developed process that reduced material waste, generated
significant savings for company & client; value recognized by mgmt
and adopted for use in all projects.
. Recognized for exceptional team building and leadership capabilities
through promotion into Project Manager (PM) role.
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Additional experience driving telecommunications construction projects as
Sweep Tester / Foreman at Hayden Tower Services in Topeka, KS (1996 - 2000)
Education and Training
Coursework toward Bachelor of Science in Electronics Technology
Washburn University, Topeka, KS
Graduate Diploma
Topeka High School, Topeka, KS
Professional Development
Crosby Lift Rigging Safety Leadership Quality Management
Cert Fall Protection Sweep Testing
ES&H Orientation Ethics Commscope Connectors
OSHA 10 Hour Industrial Coaching the Experienced Driver
S&H Awareness in EME Relations
Software Development
MS Office Adobe - Intermediate 9 years
Beginner 2 yrs. - MS Access Acrobat, Photoshop
Intermediate 9yrs - MS Project, MS Proprietary 3-5 years
Visio CASPR, Site Handler, EPM, E-bid, NORAD,
Advanced 14yrs - MS Word, MS Excel Market Wiz
(VLOOKUP & Advanced formulas), MS
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