Project Management Puget Sound
Resume:
Carlene M Ludwick
Professional Summary
At Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, I spearheaded multiple projects, ensuring they met safety, quality, and budget goals. My team was made up of 3- 5 second level zone managers of different levels of knowledge and trades. 6-10 supervisors and approx. 300 employees. My expertise in project planning, execution and exceptional teamwork led to continuous improvement and efficient completion of events for project success. This included welding, structural repairs, preservation, valve work and inspections. I excel in blending hard skills like schedule accuracy with soft skills such as problem-solving, to achieve significant project milestones. Proven track record of successful projects delivered on time and within budget. I demonstrated the ability to coordinate and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
March 2016 to July 2023 - Retired
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
Assistant Project Superintendent
Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring safety, quality and budget objectives were met. This included welding, repair work, valve work, preservation and tank work to include cleaning and inspections.
Served as primary point-of-contact throughout the life-cycle of the project; liaised between internal teams and external partners. This included contractors, safety, union, Ship force, Navy leadership and shipyard leadership.
Conducted regular job site inspections to monitor progress, identify any issues or discrepancies that need to be addressed. Ensured compliance with all relevant local, state, federal regulations and codes for each project
Created and maintained project schedules, milestones, and task dependencies in project management software. Plans were created and input into the Project Sequencing and Scheduling database utilized Project Management Fundamentals
Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes and procedures related to project management and execution. Utilized Lean initiatives and Process improvements and documented new ideas.
Overseen and approved the project managers in developing and executing project plans, adhering to timelines and budgets. During execution, supported second level managers and supervisors on their owning of the schedule and plans. Monitored project progress, identified potential risks, and developed mitigation strategies.
Scheduled and led project meetings, keeping discussions focused and productive. This included Project Management meetings, safety meetings, Risk mitigation meetings, Staffing meetings. Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Implemented new and modified plans in response to work delays, material management or material depletion in systems. Communicated with all contractors, ship force an project management team on impact of the new and modified plans.
Implemented training to staffing members and employees on environmentally responsible building topics to update employee skills and knowledge. Worked side by side with the Environmental department to ensure working environmentally responsibility and safety. Implemented quality control programs. Validated documented work was completed and jobs were closed.
Investigated damage, accidents, and delays at work cites to ensure that proper procedures were being followed. Planned, organized, or directed activities concerned with repair and maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems. Planned, scheduled, or coordinated the repair and maintenance of the project activities to meet deadlines.
Performed cost analysis to identify areas of potential savings on construction projects.
Coordinated with subcontractors and Ship force to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, schedule deadlines.
June 2011 - March 2016
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
Supervisor II (Zone Manager)
Developed short term and long term goals and schedules for projects. Identified and mitigated schedule based on available resources and manpower needs. Created manning plans based on the work flow, equipment availabilities and contractor work.
\Worked closely with upper management to develop strategies for improving operational efficiency within the department. Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times by all staff members.
Set performance goals for staff members and helped teams meet important deadlines.
Directed the daily activities of first line supervisors to include scheduling, prioritizing tasks and monitoring progress towards goals.
Avoided repair delays by following through with prompt site inspections. Created weekly reports detailing job status updates for upper management review outlining any risks or issues encountered. Communicated employee, customer and workplace needs to managers.
Tracked project expenses against budget, identifying areas for potential cost overruns. Answered customer questions and made product recommendations according to project needs. Monitored workflow processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.
Trained new employees in company policies, procedures and work ethics. Supervised and coordinated activities of staff to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards. Assessed staff performance on a regular basis, providing feedback and coaching as necessary to improve results.
Delegated tasks to team members according to individual strengths. Motivated employees to reach the highest professional potential. Monitored productivity levels amongst crew members and took corrective action when necessary, in order to maintain high standards.
Resolved conflicts between team members and departments. Oversite of the daily activities of workers including scheduling, prioritizing tasks and monitoring progress towards goals
Skills
Project Planning
Microsoft Project
Project Management
Lean
Project Leadership
Process Improvement
Change Management
Project Management Software
Microsoft Office – Visio, Excel, Word, Outlook
Education
ATA Olympic College May 2002 Apprentice Painting trade
ATA Olympic College Mar 1997 Business and Office Management
Union High School May 1981 Highschool Graduate
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