Project Management Manager

WILLIAM DESTEFANO

Bloomingdale, IL ***** 630-***-**** ********.*********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Results-oriented professional with extensive project management experience for high dollar projects and assets. Frequently praised as dedicated and hardworking by executive leadership, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Leveraging my abilities in project management, communication, Sales, Customer Service and leadership to successfully fill the vacancy within your organization.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Meat Wrapper Aug 2021 Current

Woodman's Market Bloomingdale

Assisting in Sales, Answer Customer questions, Stock Coolers and Freezers, Stock

Rotation, Product Pricing, Product display setup, Slicing and packaging meats

Senior Project Manager July 2024 Feb 2025

iBrand Visual/Pryor Signs Streamwood

Communicated with multiple stakeholders within a company regarding risk mitigation and asset branding during the project life cycle.

Developed detailed schedule for planning and surveying over 70 area medical offices including 3 major hospitals for new rebranding signage.

Pivoted quickly between tasks, adapting to shifting expectations and client goals

Assisted development directors and architects in expediting plans toward receipt of building permits.

Reviewed design and construction scopes of work, plans and budgets for internal

approvals and external communications.

Implemented new and modified plans in response to delays, bad weather and

construction site emergencies.

Prepared and submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.

Built and maintained relationships with cross-functional teams to advise on sourcing options and strategies.

Inside Sales Account Executive Jul 2023 May 2024

Omega Sign & Lighting Addison, IL

Explained company products and services with enthusiasm to build excitement, drive engagement and increase sales.

Called, emailed and texted potential clients to generate leads.

Owned and managed pipeline of individual and business accounts to sustain business growth.

Project Manager Mar 2017 Jan 2023

Stratus Rolling Meadows

Communicated with multiple stakeholders within a Fortune 100 company regarding risk mitigation and asset branding during the project life cycle

Developed detailed schedule for planning and tracking manpower, equipment, and work orders

Pivoted quickly between tasks, adapting to shifting expectations and client goals Assisted development directors and architects in expediting plans toward receipt of building permits

Reviewed design and construction scopes of work, plans and budgets for internal approvals and external communications

Implemented new and modified plans in response to delays, bad weather and construction site emergencies

Prepared and submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports

Built and maintained relationships with cross-functional teams to advise on sourcing options and strategies.

Inside Sales Representative Aug 2012 Mar 2017

TruGreen Crestwood

Achieved sales goals with aligned targets through execution of sales initiatives

Utilized aligned software platforms to manage customer and sales data

Developed positive and collaborative relationships with peers, customers, and Company Management

Built and established strong relationships with customers, enabling long-term partnerships

Updated and expanded client databases within assigned territory

Provided product information to customers and aligned products with customer needs to increase customer satisfaction

Drove sales revenue and market share by successfully managing defined territory and consistently achieving quotas.

Assistant Manager/Sales Manager Jan 2001 Oct 2010

Blockbuster Carol Stream

Drove sales revenue and market share by successfully managing defined territory and consistently achieving quotas

Increased customer retention and renewal growth by revitalizing existing business in segment

Managed sales team activities by evaluating the needs of store

Training CSR's Upsell Techniciques and

Engaged customers to confirm and clarify value and adapt strategy, optimizing ROI

Met and exceeded KPls through lead conversions and prospecting activities

Sales Service Manager Sep 1997 Mar 2007

Caster Specialties Bloomingdale

Extensive customer service duties involving customer inquiries, price quotes, custom products, and recruiting

Liaison between company CEO and outside sales force

Lead representative for price quotes and gathering customer data

Tracked shipments between warehouse and customers

Assisted with planning the traveling and lodging requirements for business ventures by the CEO.

SKILLS:

Project Estimation

Project Planning

Client Relations

Budget Maintenance and Adherence

Planning

Project Scope Analysis

Multitasking

Project Goals and Milestones

ERP System Knowledge

Sales

Customer service

Meat preparation

Sanitation procedures

Meat presentation

REFERENCES:

Referral letters/References available upon request

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Title: PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE SALES

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