Craig Currie, MBA, PMP

*** ******** ****** ****, **********, SC 29412 • 843-***-**** • ad0rjb@r.postjobfree.com Engineer with Program and Project management experience across multiple industries. Profile of Qualifications

Profit & Loss Responsibility • Vendor Management • Forecasting • Market & Competitive • Contract Negotiations • Project Management • Technical Experience • Logistics Management • Operational Management Selected Achievement Highlights

Proven track record in leading and managing complex projects and programs.

PMP Certified professional and member of the Project Management Institute.

Manage multimillion dollar projects leading engineers, contractors, accounting, services, and technicians.

Successful projects include ship to shore cranes, large motors and drive systems, power distribution systems, semiconductor development programs, marine systems for propulsion, cruise line automation and propulsion systems, and Naval marine projects.

Educational and Professional Development

1999-2001 College of William & Mary Williamsburg, VA Masters Business Administration, Project Management 1989-1993 Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Professional Experience

2022-2023 National Instruments

National Instruments Corporation, doing business as NI, is an American multinational company with international operation. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, it is a producer of automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software for semiconductor manufacturing and testing. Common applications include data acquisition, instrument control and machine vision.

Principle Program Manager

Responsible for successful delivery of Semiconductor & Electronics Business Units (SEBU) programs with a research and development (R&D) leadership role, with a strong focus on program management and strategic initiatives.

Ensure successful execution of a portfolio of business opportunities implementing project management methodologies, best practices, and tools to optimize project performance and ensure successful project outcomes.

Work closely with project sponsors, business owners, cross-functional teams, and assigned engineers to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives.

Facilitating senior executive management in making informed decisions thru project reporting, prioritization, and resource allocations while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Developed and implemented project management methodologies, standards, and processes, resulting in improved project performance, increased efficiency, and reduced costs.

Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on identifying and mitigating risks, resolving conflicts, and driving innovative solutions. Craig Currie, MBA, PMP

226 Woodland Shores Road, Charleston, SC 29412 • 843-***-**** • ad0rjb@r.postjobfree.com

Improve and optimize cross-organizational roles, processes and interlocks for opportunity pursuit across R&D and Support and Services across global regions.

Team with Program Management Office (PMO) to ensure effective project governance, resource allocation, and project prioritization.

2018 - 2022 Siemens Energy, Charleston, SC

Multinational corporation and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe. The principal divisions of the corporation are Industrial, Digital Industries, Smart Infrastructure, Mobility, Healthcare, and Financial Services. Our group managed systems development for industrial plants such as marine, pulp and paper, military, and minerals. This included automation systems, motors, drives and power equipment. Program Manager

Results-driven Program Manager with extensive experience in leading and delivering complex projects and programs within budget, scope, and timeline.

Led the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and customer requirements.

Managed program budgets, resources, and schedules, tracking project milestones and deliverables to ensure on- time and within-budget completion.

Identified and mitigated program risks, resolving issues and conflicts in a proactive and timely manner.

Manage projects in the USA with multiple vendors and labor resources from various other countries.

Single point of contact for customer related issues and manage potential changes while minimizing scope creep.

Manage teams of engineers and technicians on projects from design phase to commissioning and operations.

Develop financial reports for project progress and performance.

Plan, monitor, and control project activities proactively to maximize cash flow and margin while limiting liabilities and risk.

Project risk management, vendor management, project contract management, stakeholder management and communications.

Manage vendor manufacturing schedules, factory acceptance test, and deliverables per contract requirements.

Responsibility for ensuring that each employee has proper technical and safety training.

Prepared project reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting project progress, risks, and recommended actions.

Assure project Quality, Health and Safety plans are in place and adhered to.

Formal training in Siemen’s project management processes.

Projects ranging from Marine, Navy Vessels, Pulp & Paper, Ship to Shore Cranes, Government Contracts, and Metals 2014-2018 ABB Ports & Marine, Charleston, SC

Multinational corporation with principal divisions of the corporation are Industrial, Motion Control, Electrification, Robotics, Digital Industries, Smart Infrastructure, Mobility, Healthcare, and Financial Services. Our group managed systems development for marine and ship to shore crane automation systems. This included automation systems, motors, drives and power equipment.

Senior Project Manager

Managed the end-to-end execution of multiple projects, ensuring adherence to project plans, budgets, and timelines.

Developed project charters, work breakdown structures (WBS), and project schedules, identifying critical tasks and dependencies.

Craig Currie, MBA, PMP

226 Woodland Shores Road, Charleston, SC 29412 • 843-***-**** • ad0rjb@r.postjobfree.com

Experience managing multi-million-dollar projects with various equipment from multiple countries.

Manage projects in Canada, China, North America, and South America.

Single point of contact for customer related issues and salesman for potential changes.

Customer point of contact for execution of field commissioning services.

Lead teams of engineers and technicians on identifying and resolving any technical issue to meet project requirements.

Assisting in the development of financial reports for project progress and performance.

Plan, monitor, and control project activities proactively to maximize cash flow and margin while limiting liabilities.

Project risk management, project contract management, project leadership, stakeholder management and communications.

Actively pursue desired changes in order to obtain additional sales, increase margin, and to lower risk exposure.

Responsibility for ensuring that each employee has proper technical and safety training.

Customer contact for all engineering issues and interface between engineering and business operations.

Participate in negotiations for project terms and conditions.

Assist sales in the quotation phase, developing proposals, and contract negotiations.

Responsible for planning, scheduling, project implementation, and managing contracts.

Provided leadership and mentorship to program team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Report status/ progress to customer and other stakeholders with appropriate detail.

Design commissioning plans with assistance of engineering teams, customers, and vendors. 2006-2014 Distributed Energy Company, Inc., Williamsburg, VA Sales and distribution of automatic standby generators and associated equipment for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Top five distributor in the United States for over five years in a row. President

Strong entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of identifying new opportunities, driving market expansion, and delivering sustainable growth.

Monitored industry trends and competitive landscapes, driving the company's innovation and adaptability to emerging opportunities.

Oversaw marketing and branding strategies, leveraging digital platforms and traditional channels to enhance the company's visibility and reputation.

Led business development initiatives, identifying new markets, partnerships, and revenue streams.

Ramped up business from startup to top five in the nation for sales of packaged electrical components.

Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining a strong focus on risk management.

Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, investors, and industry partners.

Intimately involved in pricing strategies to generate sales growth, manage inventory, and improve returns.

Hire and train accountants, bookkeepers, website developers, electricians, sales, and part time employees.

Improve sales by using branding strategies created from customers’ needs and requirements.

Determine product mix based on past sales, customer input, and future growth goals.

Consultant for major suppliers on product positioning, packaging design, and new product development.

Negotiated service agreements with customers.

Craig Currie, MBA, PMP

226 Woodland Shores Road, Charleston, SC 29412 • 843-***-**** • ad0rjb@r.postjobfree.com 1995-2006 Northrop Grumman, Newport News, VA

Northrop Grumman is a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is the largest industrial employer in Virginia, and sole designer, builder, and refueler of nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of submarines for the United States Navy.

Project Electrical Engineer

Electrical engineer for design of power distribution equipment such as generators, switchgear, and power panels.

Develop specifications for government contract requirements.

Responsible for qualifying equipment to military standards for power quality, shock, vibration, and electromagnetic emissions.

Technical liaison with government customers and technical staff for product design, development, and testing.

Developed budgets and schedules for projects.

Led projects for emerging automation and power technologies aimed at reducing cost for ship acquisition and operation cost.

Responsible for effectively planning, scoping, and defining project technical requirements while tracking cost to assure compliance with budgetary constraints.

Worked with cross functional teams to design and build highly complex systems.

Project owner for various research and development task to improve company growth opportunities.

Managed numerous sub-contractor contracts and negotiated pricing and schedules.

Top Secret Clearance

Solution Selling & Process Automation Background

1993-1995 Kaeser Compressors, Fredericksburg

Manufacturer of compressed air and vacuum products, including rotary screw compressors, oil-less reciprocating compressors, rotary lobe blowers, rotary screw blowers, high-speed turbo blowers, refrigerated and desiccant dryers, filters, condensate management systems and other related products. Sales/Applications Engineer

Provided sales and applications assistance as a manufacturer of compressed air systems, blowers, filtration systems, and compressed air dryers.

Responsible for product management for compressors and associated equipment.

Company contacts for distribution questions and sales assistance.

Trained dealers and distributors on products

Personal and Hobbies

Installed a 10 kW Grid Tied Solar Panel system on my previous home.

Caught a 350 lb. Bluefin Tuna, enjoy offshore fishing.

Born in NC and raised in NC, VA, and SC.

Proficient with many software applications.

IEEE member

Camping, gardening, and hiking

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