Mark Saltzgiver

Bourbonnais, IL 815-***-**** ad2aj0@r.postjobfree.com

Highly motivated and safety-driven Construction Project Manager with 15+ years of experience in wireless site construction and network deployment operations for multiple major carriers. Expert in project planning to optimize resource allocation. Uphold quality management by driving a team to achieve TL9000 Certification for Millennium Technical Services. Continuous improvement to enhance efficiency in execution. Attracted more business opportunities by accomplishing Air21 to Air32 swap across 6 states within tight timelines at Ericsson.

Professional Experience

Velex, Inc. Glendale Heights, IL

Construction Manager January 2021 – March 2023

●Supervise and coordinate in-house teams and subcontractors for T-Mobile and AT&T by fostering strong working relationships to achieve project objectives

●Completed 600+ sites in Illinois and Wisconsin markets by utilizing strong project management skills to oversee the completion of CBAND and power plant swap projects for AT&T

●Maintain project integrity by conducting pre- and post-construction site walks with stakeholders to identify and address punch items and subpar quality issues

●Generate precise Bills of Materials by collaborating with the scoping team to analyze and define all components within the scope of work (SOW) and additional project requirements

●Draft detailed reports using excellent written communication to capture and convey project status to stakeholders to promote decision making

●Expedite the green light process for both tower and civil construction through a partnership with the site and tower owners for seamless approval and compliance with project requirements and regulations

●Execute daily safety audits by inspecting work areas, equipment, and personnel practices, upholding high safety standards

MasTec Network Solutions Itasca, IL

Construction Project Manager II September 2018 - May 2020

●Developed schedules and forecasts for all sites in partnership with Senior Project Manager, optimizing resource allocation and project timelines

●Facilitated the project planning process for FNET and power plant swap projects for AT&T, expanind across 5 states

●Reviewed and approved all bids for AT&T L&A installations by evaluating contractor capabilities, pricing competitiveness, and alignment with project objectives

●Streamlined communication and reporting using Master Tracker to facilitate effective project monitoring

ZAYO Group Oak Brook, IL

Project Manager July 2017- June 2018

●Spearheaded planning, coordination, and implementation of Dark Fiber installation projects throughout the Chicago Metro area, delivering defined metrics within schedule and budget expectations

●Ensured timely procurement of goods and services by issuing purchase orders (POs) to vendors upon receipt and approval of quotes

●Optimized project outcomes by monitoring financial budgets for projects to maintain accountability

HPC Wireless LLC Boston, MA

Project Manager February 2017 - June 2017

●Planned, developed, and executed New Site Builds, Carrier Additions, and Small-Cell Deployments for AT&T Mobility, T-Mobile, and Verizon across New England and upstate NY

●Managed multiple projects from planning to launch through seamless coordination delivering all defined metrics within the scope, schedule, and budget expectations

●Identified and resolved project issues and conflicts by addressing challenges promptly to minimize disruptions

Ericsson Chicago, IL

Construction Manager II 2011- 2016

●Accomplished over 1.8K projects across 6 states, demonstrating the ability to handle diverse project requirements and complexities

●Verified compliance with design plans, regulations, and client expectations by conducting post-construction punch walks to address identified variation

●Performed comprehensive safety inspections by identifying and addressing potential safety risks, preventing accidents and injuries

Glotel Inc. Chicago, IL

Construction Project Manager 2010 - 2011

●Organized and hosted bidder conferences, bringing together prospective vendors to establish reliable project partnerships

●Drove the implementation of a large-scale FTTCS initiative for AT&T Mobility, overseeing the deployment of over 400 sites across Nevada and Iowa in partnership with OCI, Inc.

●Coordinated COP submission and sign-off by working closely with project teams, contractors, and clients to gather all relevant documentation and ensure compliance with project specifications

Additional Experience

North Eastern Operations Group Construction Manager

Millennium Technical Services Detail Engineer/SR, Quality Mgr.

TEKsystems EF&I Installation Manager

Complass LLC Installation Manager

Telco Services Lead Installer

Core Competencies

Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management, Leadership, Interpersonal, Oral, and Written Communication, Problem Solving and Decision Making, Budgeting and Cost Control, Risk Management, Teamwork

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