Operations Specialist Construction Manager

STEVEN BUCKMAN

Aurora, CO, *****

970-***-**** ******.*********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT STAFFING & RECRUITMENT TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Dedicated and results-driven Construction Manager and Operations Specialist with over 16 years of experience in personnel management, operational leadership, and strategic guidance. Expertise in optimizing facility and logistics processes, ensuring compliance, and fostering team development in dynamic and high-pressure environments. Proven ability to lead large teams, manage recruitment and training initiatives, and improve operational efficiency. Skilled in advising senior leadership on policy implementation, managing complex logistical operations, and driving performance improvements through targeted training and development. A strong communicator with a passion for mentoring, problem-solving, and supporting organizational success. Adept at building and maintaining strong relationships across all levels of an organization. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to the evolving needs of the workforce and operational requirements.

● Program Implementation

● Regulatory Compliance

● Strategic Planning

● Employee Engagement

● Financial Management

● Workplace Culture

● Cross-Functional Leadership

● Data Management & Analysis

● Conflict Resolution

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Army Various Locations December 2000 – Present

Human Resources Specialist

● Led personnel compliance and training initiatives for over 1,000 employees, managing processes. Conducted quarterly training sessions that resulted in a 20% increase in overall compliance and operational efficiency.

● Provided advisory services, guiding recruitment, staffing, and placement decisions to align with organizational and operational goals. Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing hiring time by 25% and maintaining 100% staffing levels.

● Oversaw the Civilian Personnel Records Management function, ensuring employee data remained up-to-date and accurate. Managed records for 1,500+ employees, achieving 99% accuracy in data tracking and compliance during audits.

● Implemented and monitored automated HR and operational systems to track employee readiness and performance, improving efficiency. Optimized system usage, resulting in a 30% reduction in administrative time and enhanced employee performance tracking.

● Researched and interpreted federal policies, delivering actionable insights to management and supporting policy implementation. Advised on 12 policy changes, leading to a 15% increase in compliance with federal regulations.

● Coordinated employee performance evaluations and provided feedback to supervisors, resulting in a 15% improvement in team performance. Managed the evaluation process for 500+ personnel, ensuring 100% completion rate and timely feedback delivery.

Staff Operations Training Specialist

● Advised senior leadership on Army operations policies and processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives, while also providing actionable insights to improve overall construction mission performance and efficiency.

● Evaluated construction, training systems and processes, implementing improvements that enhanced compliance and operational effectiveness, resulting in a 15% increase in overall efficiency and a more streamlined process for tracking progress.

● Developed and delivered comprehensive planning programs to enhance team performance, increasing overall unit construction completion, and ensuring that all personnel were equipped with the necessary skills.

● Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure training schedules, resources, and logistics were optimized, reducing downtime by 10%, which significantly improved overall team performance and construction mission success.

● Managed and tracked training certifications for over 200 personnel, ensuring compliance with military standards and regulations. Achieved a 98% compliance rate in training documentation and certification renewal.

● Facility Management of a 55 Million Dollar Military Facility and ensure life and safety policies were followed, scheduled repairs, and coordinated construction of a new facility worth 17 million dollars. STEVEN BUCKMAN PAGE 2

Logistics Management Specialist

● Planned and executed logistics operations to meet organizational goals, integrating specialized support functions to ensure operational success and efficiency, resulting in a 20% improvement in overall mission completion time.

● Provided training in logistical support to staff, ensuring the team’s readiness and enhancing overall effectiveness, contributing to a 25% increase in team performance and operational success rate.

● Applied problem-solving skills to resolve complex logistical issues, ensuring the efficient implementation of programs and seamless execution of operations, leading to a 30% reduction in program delays.

● Coordinated the transportation and distribution of supplies, managing inventory levels and ensuring the timely delivery of critical resources to units, achieving 98% on-time delivery rate.

● Streamlined logistics processes by identifying inefficiencies, resulting in a 15% reduction in supply chain delays and improved delivery timelines, increasing operational efficiency by 10%.

● Managed the tracking, maintenance, and servicing of critical equipment, ensuring 100% accountability, operational readiness, and preparedness for upcoming missions and training exercises. Battalion Command Sergeant Major

● Served as the senior enlisted advisor, providing strategic guidance on soldier welfare, training, and readiness, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, which resulted in a 10% increase in overall soldier retention.

● Mentored and developed senior non-commissioned officers, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement for over 850 soldiers, contributing to a 15% increase in leadership effectiveness.

● Evaluated operational and training solutions, making data-driven recommendations to improve processes and enhance personnel readiness, contributing to a 15% increase in success rates and a 12% reduction in operational downtime.

● Coordinated and supervised the implementation of training programs, improving soldier skill proficiency by 20% and increasing overall unit effectiveness by 18%, while reducing training-related incidents by 10%.

● Monitored the construction progress of multiple 150 man construction units that are geographically separated to ensure completion to standard and time that the customer requested. Equipment Manager Cherry Creek Little League

● Serves as equipment manager for the Cherry Creek Little League and its 35 teams, ensures the equipment is safe for players to use and increases accountability of equipment.

● Responsible for ordering of lifecycle equipment and new equipment that is required to perform baseball and softball games.

● Created a new and improved inventory and accountability system to ensure the reduction in loss of equipment and accountability of coaches to ensure all equipment is returned at the end of the season. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science Sports Management American Military University 2016 Master Resilience Trainer Course University of Pennsylvania TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Meet & Chat Google Drive: Docs, Sheets, Slides

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