Project Manager Coordinator

BRENDON P. MITCHELL

Huntersville, NC ***** 704-***-**** ad5t2b@r.postjobfree.com

PROJECT MANAGER PROJECT COORDINATOR

GLOBAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING F INANCIAL MANAGEMENT SECRET CLEARANCE Dynamic, driven leader with the high energy and flexibility to meet a wide variety of strategic and tactical demands, while producing high quality work products to meet deadlines. Strong understanding of production, engineering, logistics, planning, management, coordination, and resolution of technical issues. A proven team leader, experienced in dynamic and changing environments. Finely honed relationship-building, critical thinking, communication, interpersonal, analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills. Core relevant competencies:

• Strategic Relationships • Critical Path Analysis • Project and Program Management

• Forecasting and Reporting • Team Leadership • Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Zoom

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) • PMP Certification – In Progress QUALIFICATIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

- Critical management of orders, clear data insights and attention to Performance Indicators all while driving accountability

- Track record of a proactive, structured, and analytical approach to executing each project/program with attention to detail

- Proven ability to communicate, collaborate, and motivate effectively with professionals at all levels of an organization

- Exceptional leadership track record of high Military commendations due to a Mid-East deployment ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

BS in Business Management GPA 3.5 Cum Laude Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC 2019 Ordnance Basic Officer Leaders Course US Army 2019

• Achieved Class Honor Graduate position ahead of 44 peers

• Army Logistics coursework included transportation, pipeline supply and management, and workload prioritization PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MSI Defense Solutions, Project Manager Mooresville, NC 5/22 - 7/23 Managed programs involving Tactical Vehicle System and Integration.

• Managed the planning for projects involving overall vehicle design and upfits, ground mobility enhancements, and weapons systems integration

• Kept clear lines of communication open between team members to allow for timely execution of project phases

• Maintained accelerated manufacturing timelines to design, engineer, and deliver end products

• Actively engaged sourcing parts and material which resulted in cost savings

• Worked collaboratively with different departments to achieve collective goals

• Worked extensively with the company ERP system to setup manufacturing Op Sequences, Work Centers, and Labor Tracking United States Army, Executive Officer Ft. Bragg, NC 5/21 - 4/22 Managed, trained, and provided leadership for a team of 90 Paratroopers and $70M in assets for training in preparation for upcoming deployments and Joint Training Events

• Managed the daily logistical operations, training, and planning efforts of a 90-person cross-functional organization

• Excelled at streamlining processes and creating efficiencies that lowered overall spending by $160K per year

• Balanced project goals and risk management to maintain the safety of forces while meeting project objectives on time

• Spearheaded the training, evaluation, discipline, control, conduct, and welfare of the 90-person company at all times

• Enforced and sustained strict property accountability within the organization at all times BRENDON P. MITCHELL

Page 2 Brendon P. Mitchell 704-***-**** ad5t2b@r.postjobfree.com United States Army, Distribution Platoon Leader Ft. Bragg, NC 03/21 - 05/21 Managed, trained, and provided leadership for a team of 17 Paratroopers and $15M in assets including the logistical and strategic movement and distribution of food, water, fuel, construction materials, ammunition, and maintenance repair supporting a 700-person battalion

• Communicated policies and procedures clearly and efficiently to the soldiers while communicating platoon readiness to the unit commanders

• Made critical tactical decisions to achieve mission objectives, changing orders rapidly as needed in dynamic situations

• Met project objectives on-time and on-budget while balancing goals and risk management to maintain the safety of personnel

• Handled and transported both hazardous and explosive materials while abiding by all safety policies and procedures United States Army, Forward Officer in Charge Middle East Deployment 06/20 - 02/21 Served as first in command of an 18-person Paratrooper team across 4 countries providing tactical, technical, and logistical support for a 700-person organization. Directly responsible for the resourcing, maintenance, and operational deployment of $35M in assets and management of all logistical support for the company as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, Iraq, Kuwait, Jordan, and Syria

• Led a cross-functional team in an austere and resource constrained environment while decentralized from headquarters

• Planned and executed an operational budget in excess of $1.75M, developing and reconciling detailed obligation reports

• Made timely decisions under stressful conditions and executed orders efficiently ensuring roles and responsibilities of all team members were well understood and executed

• Completely responsible for successful management of all technical, financial and schedule aspects of multiple programs

• Responsible for managing teams to carry out the missions, reporting up the chain of command, overseeing the maintenance of weapons, vehicles, and equipment, and tactically deploying the company during missions

• Utilized the Army’s Global Combat Support System (GCSS) ERP system to track, order and schedule equipment readiness status, communications, and base facility infrastructure United States Army, Battalion Maintenance Control Officer Ft. Bragg, NC 10/19 - 05/20 Coordinated logistical support and maintenance of a wide variety of the Battalions 215 vehicles. Responsible for over 2000 items of equipment while maintaining a readiness rate of >95%, the highest within the Brigade.

• Completed day-to-day operational maintenance duties through the use of the Army’s Global Combat Support System (GCSS) ERP system. Tracked operational equipment status (Full Mission Capable / Non-Mission Capable), ordered repair and maintenance parts (and their associated on-order and delivery dates) as well as scheduling equipment maintenance and overhaul actions (bi-annual & annual)

• Proven ability to learn quickly, excel at all tasks and gain the respect of others

• Led 42 Paratroopers across eight military specialties and increased the operational readiness of the Battalion by over 25%

• Executed the reset and reconstitution of all operational equipment and systems while simultaneously resourcing a demanding training cycle

SERVICE EXPERIENCE

DEPLOYMENTS

U.S. Army Deployment - 6/27/2020 – 2/21/2021 to Iraq, Kuwait, Jordan, and Syria HONORS

Meritorious Promotions to First Lieutenant National Defense Service Medal Army Corps Achievement Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Army Service Ribbon Parachutist Badge

Army Commendation Medal with “C” Device

Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal with 2 Campaign Stars German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency – Gold Level

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