Project Manager Cost Control
Resume:
Eric B Crawford
Lithia Springs Ga 30122
*************@*****.***
Skills Summary
Hands-on field operations leader with over 20 years of telecommunications experience specializing in cellular towers. Exceptional skills in budgetary and cost control. Adaptable and versatile with ability to oversee multiple locations. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong work ethic.
Core Qualifications
Budget and Cost Control Resource Management
Process Improvement Vendor Management
Quality and Compliance Equipment Modifications
Multi-site Operations Project Planning
Experience
Tillman Networks (February 2022-February 2023)
Construction / Project Manager
Travel to jobsites in and out of state as necessary for project completion.
Perform site audits, including itemizing all components and subsystems at a given location, as well as generating accurate site sketches.
Actively participate in and make recommendations in vendor selection process.
Attend deployment and other customer meetings as subject matter expert.
Make regular trips to sites during construction, including bid walk, preconstruction walk, in-progress site visits, punch walks and construction closeout
Provide direction to general contractors when doing groundwork.
Understand prevailing rates for all construction work and ensure company is receiving competitive rates for quality work
Negotiate costs within scope of project, hold Vendor accountable to ensure budget is maintained; ensure Project Managers and Customers are aware of issues that impact project dates or cost
Problem-solve issues that may occur onsite and make recommendations based on priority and need to ensure the project and budget are maintained
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with construction standards, processes, and procedures
Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for projects and appropriate closeout documents are distributed in a timely manner that are in accordance with customer standards
Review closeout materials, ensuring completeness and quality, and monitor all change orders.
Ensure that all jobs are maintained in a project tracking system with complete accuracy.
Act as safety observer and Quality Assurance representative while at the site, ensuring compliance with company safety program and related workmanship practices.
Develop new processes and procedures to streamline job site procedures and documentation.
Work to reduce costs through good planning and timely execution of the work.
Responsible for developing and adhering to project budgets.
American Tower Corporation (October 2000-May 2021)
Operations Site Manager
2012-Present
Manage portfolio of over 250 tower and rooftop sites in the metro Atlanta market
Oversee all operational activities for each site to include maintenance and repairs for towers, rooftop installations, fiber-based networks and generators
Communicate scope of work changes to stakeholders throughout the construction drawing process, project costs and any issues that could impact project financials or timelines, including out of scope reimbursable
Create and distributes correspondence relevant to the team, and contract related correspondence to landlords and landowners
Accurately develop and manage files for each site and customer
Perform network analysis to ensure cost savings and network optimization
Engage with customers and vendors to manage projects, ensuring timelines, work quality, deliverables and safety standards are met
Conduct pre and post construction site walks when gathering and processing close out data
Review construction and CAD drawings to ensure proper placement of consumer equipment
Ensure complete safety and regulatory compliance for all assigned assets
Collect data using Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
Operations Site Lead
2007-2012
Responsible for providing estimates, schedules, material planning, and purchase order tracking
Identified, reported, and ensured any major inspection issues were corrected promptly and in a timely manner
Performed pre-flight checks to ensure the safety of bystanders, collect measurements to ensure clear flight path, and conducted tower inspections
Ensured customer application, leasing and installation activity to include: field verification, site sketches, notices to proceed, and closeout documentation were completed within required cycle times
Field Operations Technician
2000-2007
Performed periodic inspections in accordance with company policies, standards and procedures
Identified and collected data associated with each site, ensured discrepancies and corrections were reported appropriately and in a timely manner
Utilized dispatching software, followed an optimized route and plan of scheduled work tickets
Resolved various trouble tickets, monitored system and network performance issues in accordance with American Tower policies and procedures
Collaborated cross-functionally to identify and resolve compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Savannah State University
Certifications and Acknowledgements
10-hour OSHA General Industry Safety and Health
CPR/AED/First Aid
Certified UAS Pilot
FAA PART 107 certification
Founder of Westside Love, Inc a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping others that are less fortunate.
Distributed over $15,000 in financial support to underserved communities to include Breast Cancer Survivors and Homeless Shelters.
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