Manager Project

PATRICK KENNEY

Durham, NC ***** 985-***-**** **************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/patrickgkenney PROJECT MANAGER with 14 years of experience in client-facing roles overseeing multimillion-dollar, multiphase projects in a highly regulated industry. Excels in building and leading talented teams of both in-house and contracted personnel while strategically allocating resources to complete projects on time and under budget. Applies a strong process orientation to drive efficiency through all project stages from initial estimation to close-out and delivery to the customer. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in progress. Key Strengths

Team & Performance Management

Goal-Setting, Prioritization, & Alignment

Financial Management & Budgeting

Risk Management & Corrective Action

Focus on Customer & Partner Success

Project Sizing, Estimation, & Scope

Excellent Customer Service Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Stakeholder Communications

Analytics for Data, Metrics, & KPIs

CRM Platforms (Salesforce)

Productivity Software (Smartsheet)

Cloud Content Management (Box)

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word,

Access, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Career Highlights

Selected by committee to create and implement manual on short- and long-term maintenance processes for current products

Took over and rescued $2M project from failure after previous project manager departed suddenly before completion

Exceeded estimated annual profit margins by 5% in 2014 and 2015 and by nearly 10% in 2016

Estimated and managed projects valued at a total of nearly $20M in three years, averaging 45 complex projects a year

Saved an at-risk project by volunteering to personally manage implementation when no other resources were available

Identified and corrected flaws in a master estimate, setting a new company standard for estimates and revenue forecasting

Hand-picked by company president to serve on many performance enhancement and process improvement teams

Collaboratively selected technology to streamline project schedules and refine cash flow projections for greater accuracy

Consistently receives raises and bonuses for outstanding performance and attention to detail Work Experience

PROJECT MANAGER StormTrap, Romeoville, IL 04/2017 to 03/2020

Independently estimated and scheduled work timelines, then developed and delivered proposals to the client for decision- making

Managed projects nationwide; oversaw projects in inclement weather and overcame barriers impacting project timelines

Implemented plans for quality control to ensure timely, cost-effective completion in compliance with legal/safety regulations

Managed product production, scheduled deliveries, and ensured proper on-site installation to adhere to customers’ specifications and timelines

Analyzed data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to gain insight for improving workflows or technical tools PROJECT MANAGER AND ESTIMATOR Submar, Inc., Houma, LA 03/2013 to 03/2017

Led project teams (up to 20 people) by setting and adhering to clear timelines, quality standards, and budgets

Drove project completion from the cost-estimating phase (via interpretation of CAD drawings) through project close-out

Prepared estimates and set/adjusted workflow according to client budget constraints

Performed quantity take-offs for various materials and designs, then placed purchase orders for necessary materials

Worked in partnership with clients to negotiate additional costs due to changes in scope of work (SOW) or project plan

Managed fast-paced, high-volume projects ranging from one week to one month in duration ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Weeks Marine, Inc., Houma, LA 12/2009 to 03/2013

Supervised over eight personnel in various work environments for long-term project timelines (six months to two years)

Liaised between the operations manager, port engineer, and project manager and field supervisors

Trained new hires in compliance with company protocols; ensured that each received supplemental additional training

Managed inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies to prevent project delays, including machinery repair

Oversaw long-term levee-building projects, with timelines ranging from one to two years MANAGER AND OWNER Keith T. Kenney Company, Houma, LA 11/2006 to 11/2009

Worked directly with clients, handled tenant complaints, and coordinated maintenance schedule with vendors

Supervised contractors to drive timely project completion and successful sales; scheduled maintenance and improvements

Maintained $1M in residential and commercial properties and a 98% occupancy rate Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration, Concentration in General Business Nicholls State University, 2012 Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Project Management Institute, Expected September 2020 Production & Quality School (PQS-1) Certification and OSHA10 Certification OSHA, 2013

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