Thomas Holthus

Rancho Cordova, CA • ad3p3k@r.postjobfree.com

408-***-**** •

http://www.linkedin.com/in/tomholthus

Program Director

Accomplished Program Management Leader with extensive experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver multi-million-dollar construction, electric, and technology projects on time and within budget.

Adept at strategic planning and execution, with the ability to align program objectives with organizational goals to drive growth and profitability. Extensive experience in portfolio management, overseeing multiple programs simultaneously, and ensuring alignment with corporate strategies. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, demonstrated by the development of high-performing teams and the cultivation of a collaborative work culture. Expertise in risk management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution, enabling the identification and mitigation of potential project obstacles. Strong problem-solving abilities, proficient in Agile and Lean methodologies, with a deep understanding of program management best practices and industry standards.

Areas of Expertise

•Project & Program Management

•Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

•Sales and Client-Focused Solutions

•Financial Management

•Lean & Agile Methodologies

•Cost Reduction & Optimization

•System Engineering

•Facilities Management

•Team Management & Leadership

Career Experience

Global Power Supply – Santa Barbara, CA 2022 to Present

Principal Engineer

Provide engineering support to cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and project management, ensuring seamless collaboration and achieving business objectives. Demonstrate trust and expertise by reporting directly to the CEO, providing critical support and insights tailored to executive-level decision-making.

●Undertook a special initiative assigned by the CEO, leading the execution of customer-funded power-related studies.

●Led company's remarkable 20%+ growth rate, contributing to strategic initiatives that drove revenue and market expansion.

●Spearheaded the establishment of a robust engineering organization, aligning it with the company's vision and goals. Successfully built a team capable of delivering high-quality services and solutions.

Hangtown Electric – Rancho Cordova, CA 2021 to 2022

Senior Director of Operations

Managed diverse responsibilities across multiple roles, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities and adaptability in spearheading general operations and specialized projects for a local electrical contracting company. Provided expert guidance to two key clients, overseeing global power supply solutions, comprehensive electrical system installations, and various tenant improvement initiatives. Conducted rigorous prior detection inspections to proactively identify and rectify potential malfunctions, ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical systems.

●Achieved an impressive 20%-win ratio on proposals, consistently delivering an average of $1.7M per month in completed proposals, reflecting persuasive communication and business acumen.

●Directed and mentored teams of 10-20 individuals concurrently in roles as Acting Director of Operations, Senior Project Manager, and Senior Estimator, ensuring project success and team cohesion.

●Personally supervised the installation of four automatic transfer switches (ATS) and temporary connections, leading to the successful deployment of permanent generators and generating a substantial profit of $240K.

●Pioneered the standardization of internal processes by identifying inefficiencies, implementing strategic optimizations, and creating comprehensive documentation for subsequent training, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Self-employed – Sacramento, CA 2009 to 2019

Project Management Consultant

Undertook end-to-end responsibility for project management and system engineering, overseeing the entire project lifecycle. This included needs analysis, proposal creation, hardware and software development, and guaranteeing customer acceptance, highlighting a holistic approach to project execution.

●Leveraged an in-depth comprehension of customer requirements to successfully propose and secure a contract valued at over $170M, demonstrating strong sales acumen and client-focused solutions.

●Spearheaded cross-functional teams and numerous subcontractors, fostering collaboration and synergy to consistently deliver projects on schedule and in accordance with customer specifications.

●Demonstrated proficiency in managing intricate multimillion-dollar projects for major defense contractors, ensuring project success by meticulously overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Applied Signal Technology, Inc. – Sunnyvale, CA 2000 to 2009

Program Manager/Senior Engineering Specialist

Developed and nurtured valuable relationships with defense contracting companies and subcontractors, enhancing collaboration and expediting project outcomes. Contributed to the analysis, proposal, and customer acceptance processes for hardware and software system engineering initiatives. Leveraged Lean and Agile methodologies to optimize project efficiency.

●Directed end-to-end lifecycles of large-scale, classified projects within a full-service intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance provider, contributing to annual revenues exceeding $200M.

●Spearheaded the presentation and successful fulfillment of defense electronic programs, surpassing a total contract value of $170M. Additionally, managed multiple projects valued at $110M+, showcasing an ability to deliver results on a grand scale while maintaining budgetary and timeline constraints.

●Elevated the signal processing program to develop innovative telecommunication signal solutions across all OSI layers. This included identifying multiplex structures, understanding link layer protocols, processing L3-L7-data-element-based TCP/IP data, and executing session reconstruction with IO capability.

Additional Experience

Owner Wealth Opportunities, Inc. (2005 to 2022)

Program Manager Condor Systems, Inc.

Technical Manager General Dynamics

Project Manager Special Project Rockwell International

Education & Certifications

MS, Engineering Executive Program (MBA Equivalent) University of California, Los Angeles, CA

MS, Electrical Engineering University of Southern California

BS, Electrical Engineering University of Minnesota

Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI

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