Project Manager Quality Assurance

MICHAEL PRESTON

*** ******** ** • Rolesville, NC 27571

919-***-**** • qeb2i8@r.postjobfree.com

PROJECT MANAGER

Accomplished project manager with 18+ years’ Operations and QA experience, and outstanding record of leading on-time, on-budget large scale projects in both the commercial and military sectors. Well-established abilities in Lean and Six Sigma process reengineering. Expert in budgeting, scheduling, safety, accounting and quality assurance. Strong leader with professional network across construction, vendor and government segments.

Highlights  Project Portfolio

• Delivered consecutive projects at least 2 months ahead of schedule.

• Designed web based construction management program

• Increase in profitability due to accurate accounting of man hours and supplier management

• Lead Project Manager for Green Building initiative with Insulated Concrete Forms

Project Specifications • Subcontract Selection & Liaison • Materials Purchasing & Management

Negotiation & Contract Management • Scheduling • Budgets & Cost Control • Communication Plans

Military & OSHA Safety Standards • Problem Solving • Team Leadership • Relationship Building

Personnel & Material Procurement • Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

O.C. Mitchell Jr., Inc. General Contractors Durham, NC 2009-Present

$15M Commercial general contractor specializing in general trade packages and Waste Water Treatment Plants for large construction management firms and direct owners.

Project Manager, 2009 –

Project manager for $3M general trades package on Duke University Medical Cancer Center Expansion SE 2 Project and multiple others.

• Estimate, set budgets, negotiate contracts, and maintain accounting records.

• Designed web based construction management program

• Organize and maintain communication plan with project team/stake holders/owners

• Safety officer implemented all personnel to have at least 10hr OSHA card. No lost man hours

• Organize stake holder meetings

• Negotiate/manage Government Contracts in accordance with FAR 15

• Enforce safety meetings/talks and ensure proper use of PPE and fall protection

• Implemented Lean Six Sigma reduced man hours and improved productivity

• Manage project from design to close out

• Set project budgets and acquisitions

• Phase management, staff alignment, and vendor management

• Maintain accounts receivable, payable, and payroll for projects

• Develop, implement , and maintain project schedules

• Manage multiple projects

• Maintain end of month/quarter yearly accounting closeouts via CAK accounting software

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Project

• Maintain supplier accounts and inventory

• Plan, mitigate, and asses risk through work break down schedule(s) and risk management plan(s)

• Develop and maintain project plan

• Negotiate government/civilian commercial contracts

• Established government contracting division

• Developed and head “Green” building division (Insulated Concrete Forms)

NEW CAROLINA CONCRETE CONSTRUCTORS, INC. Durham, NC • 2007-2009

$10M Industrial and commercial concrete general contractor specializing in the construction of waste water treatment plants, bridges, foundations, concrete floors and walls.

Project Manager, 2007-2009

Promoted to lead construction operations for $10M+ portfolio of multimillion dollar projects. Estimate costs, set budgets, procure sub-contractors and materials, negotiate contracts, and close out project. Manage 30+ personnel across multiple, concurrent, multi-location projects. Serve as OSHA safety officer.

• Expert in Microsoft XP, Vista, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Microsoft Project

• Utilize Gantt project schedule(s)

• Maintain accounts receivable, payable, and man hours

• Maintain payroll accounts via quick books

• Perform quarterly and year end closeouts.

• Prepare quarterly and year end taxes

• Reduce overhead and gain productivity/profits via lean/six sigma practices

• Manage the construction of Waste Water Treatment Facilities, multi level buildings, and residential projects

• Develop and maintain risk matrix

• Maintain communication plan with senior management and customers

• Plan and lead project meetings internally and with clients

• Manager 30+ personnel on multiple projects

• Develop and maintain project plan

• Perform take offs utilizing AIA drawings and develop project schedule of values

• Manage company directory for government contracts with FBO.gov

• Negotiate/manageGovernment Contracts in accordance with FAR 15

• Managed OSHA safety practices with zero lost man hours 2007 and 2008

• Enforce safety meetings/talks and ensure proper use of PPE and fall protection

• Managed deliverable schedule and ensure all objectives are on time

• Responsible for sub contractor procurement, materials, and scheduling

• Initiate bid process, set budgets, and initiate/negotiate contracts

• Manage project close out and punch list

• Plan, mitigate, and asses risk through work break down schedule(s) and risk management plan(s)

• Advanced knowledge of Department of Defense Regulations and policies

• Process government certified payroll for Federal Installation projects

BOEING Cherry Point, NC • 2004-2007

AV8B Harrier Aircraft Integrated Maintenance Program

Assistant Project Manager

Managed the disassembly, avionics upgrade, weapons upgrade, and reassembly of 10 AV8B Harrier aircraft with a total value of $300M. Supervised 10 employees.

• Outperformed competition in proto type contract by 230+ man hours (3 days)winning 3 one-year project extensions. Received “Pride at Boeing” recognition for achievement.

• Responsible for accounting of all supplier accounts and parts.

• Maintain and account for man hours via NALCOMIS software

• Asses risk and implement risk management strategy

• Organize and lead daily, weekly, and monthly stake holder meeting(s) i.e. safety, production, and cost.

o Implemented Lean and Six Sigma standards and on-site consumable parts bins to eliminate wasted man hours.

o Developed system for tracking hours per task during disassembly and reassembly phases utilizing Microsoft Excel/Project and Doors. This efficiency became relevant in future contract negotiations.

o Generated 5% additional revenue stream and reduced worker downtime by performing standard maintenance inspections while aircraft was in custody for rework.

• Delivered zero lost man hours for three consecutive years by enforcing Department of the Navy and OSHA safety requirements.

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS Cherry Point, NC • 1999-2004

Aviation hydraulic/pneumatic component repair facility.

Sergeant

Directed 30+ personnel in quality assurance function to maintain 100 aircraft components valued at more than $600M in support of 10 war-fighting squadrons and 2 training squadrons.

• Saved $5M and attained 100% flight readiness for the 1st time in more than 10 years by retrofitting hydraulic hose reels on the KC-130J aircraft. Received the Naval Achievement medal for initiative.

AZTEC CONCRETE Highland, MI • 1993-1999

$700K residential and commercial concrete company.

Foreman

Manage projects up to $350,000, including resource determination, scheduling, and customer service for up to 20 employees. Administered safety reports and daily work logs. Reported to President.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Project Management

Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO

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