A career path with a company focused in construction management. My experience and educational qualify me for presales support, administrative assistance, or project manager. I am seeking an entry- position with advancement options.
Objective:
A career path with a company focused in construction management. My experience and educational qualify me for presales support, administrative assistance, or project manager. I am seeking an entry- position with advancement options.
I’ve managed electronic system installation and remodel projects, facility and residential remodel projects, and projects from concept and sales through implementation and closeout. I work with plans, organize, direct and control all activities required for effective project completion. I supervise, plan and schedule labor, sub-contractors, job costs, construction documentation, and quality control of a project as well as price change orders. I work with financial and contract reports, other trades, and team members to deliver the project on time and budget. Travel is acceptable.
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
· Project Manager for All Systems Designed Solutions 2.5 years managing technicians and sub-contractors for system integration projects (nurse call, fire alarm, security, access control, and CCTV).
· Project Coordinator for DeVry University 2 years managing up to twenty small teams for information technology projects.
· Chief Operator for U.S. Navy MARS station 1.5 years managing teams up to twenty personnel on electrical and communications projects. Responsible to the Executive Officer of the Command and coordination with the Sergeant Major.
· Project Management for multiple sites with multiple areas of expertise
· Established User Requirements
· Evaluated, recommended, implemented, integrated, maintained, troubleshot IT networks (WANs and multiple LANs) and remote monitoring systems
· Enforced city and state standards and codes
· Experience with electronic avionics, IT networking (WANs and multiple LANs), high-end servers and computers
· Managed and participated in new construction and retrofitting commercial buildings for all the above
· Managed of up to 50 people
· Taught several upper-level college courses to classes of up to 65 students. Topics included telecommunications, IT, WANs, LANs, project management, operating systems, Windows NT and Novell networking and administration
· Installed hardware, cabling, and software for remote monitoring systems including, but not limited to, fire alarms, access controls, nurse calls, and closed circuit television systems
· Developed course curricula for multiple courses, used at multiple colleges
· Multiple corporate and military honors and recognition for quality of work and management
· Novell certification, and completed courses for one Microsoft certification
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
All Systems Designed Solutions (2006-2008)
Project Manager
Kansas City, Kansas 66115
(913) 281-5100
· Project manager for new construction and retrofitting of multiple sites for remote monitoring systems.
· Engineered closed circuit television, access control systems, and networks
· Presented recommendations to clients
· Implemented engineered systems within city and state standards and codes
· Coordination and interaction with city inspectors and multiple contractors of other companies
· Developed customized training materials and conducted training for clients
· Budgeted funds up to $160,000 and manpower resources
· Managed subcontractors
JMH Properties (2002-2007) Owner
Landlord and Executor of the David A. Holding Living Trust
General contractor for construction and maintenance
Kansas City, Missouri. 64108-2732
· Rental and leasing real estate and services
· Estate management and rehabilitation
· General construction and repair
· Evaluated, hired, and terminated supply and operational contractors
· Materials procurement
· Real estate and tax accounting
· Increased property values and annual income by 57%
· Established a computer network for managing company data and projects between the KC and Fort Scott offices
· Operated heavy equipment, including but not limited to Case 580K backhoe, pneumatic and power equipment
DeVry University (1998-2005)
Associate Professor (full-time)
Associate Professor (Adjunct) (2005)
Kansas City, Missouri 64131
(816) 941-0430
· Restructured the Telecommunications capstone course and implemented accreditation assessment efforts to help achieve university status.
· Researched and developed class curricula for multiple upper-level college courses in the Telecommunications Management degree program; resulted in usage in more than 30 college locations across the country
· Developed hands-on lab exercises that were used by multiple professors
· Installed donated telecommunications equipment used in laboratory experiments
· Coordinated up to 18 work-for-credit teams simultaneously, coaching teams weekly
· Assisted in implementation of multiple-site VPN
DeVry Institute of Technology (1996-1998)
Laboratory Assistant
· Maintained, repaired, and kept inventory for instrumentation and software in the Telecommunications Laboratory
· Installed, configured, and trained instructors and students on new equipment and software
· Developed database system to track lab inventories and topologies
· Installed and configured Windows 95 Peer-to-Peer system, and Windows 3.11 systems with access to a Novell 4.11 network
· Installed Nortel SL1-ST PBX, UNIX 5.04, and SwitchView software
· Developed one-year project to upgrade and enhance in-house telecommunications equipment issues
Appraisal KC (RS Tourtillott Company) (1997-1998)
Telecommunications Manager
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
(816) 531-8848
· Responsible for maintenance of Novell 3.12 Network (1 server and 5 workstations)
· Assist appraisers with remote system support
· Manage Dash OPS CTI System (phone system)
· Analyzed and designed technology needs to meet business goals
· Established first web page presence
Black Sabbath Custom Leather (1992-1993) Owner
Owner and Craftsman of custom leather shop
San Diego, California 92110
· Created customized leather goods
· Scheduled contractors and production
United States Navy (1986-1991)
Anti-submarine warfare technician (E5, Petty Officer 2nd class)
Chief operator of military affiliate radio systems station
Duty platoon leader
Occupational Knowledge Program Coordinator
· Coordinated and supervised security watch bills for buildings and radio communications
· Coordinated and supervised professionals and non-professionals in the repair and rework of radio communication facilities
· Promoted relations as radio station liaison between various Commands, organizations, and the general public
· Evaluated and coordinated the procurement of supplies and personnel for construction projects with overall cost savings
· Initiated, designed, and instructed various training and morale programs
· Designed and implemented an occupational advancement study program
Burns International Security Services, Inc. (1981-1985)
District Night Supervisor – Oklahoma city Operational Area
· Evaluated client security needs
· Codified and implemented procedures to meet needs
· Provided logistic support to post supervisors for regional operations
· Interviewed, hired and trained personnel
EDUCATION
ITT Technical Institute Graduation: May 2010
Kansas City, Missouri 64133 GPA: 4.0
(816) 276-1400
· Major: Construction Management
· Minor: Computer Drafting and Design
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University Graduated: December 2005
Kansas City, Missouri, 64105 GPA: 3.79
(816) 221-1300
· MBA
· Major: Project Management
· Graduated with Distinction
DeVry Institute of Technology, Kansas City, Missouri Graduated: February 1998
B.S. Telecommunication Management GPA: 3.85
(816) 941-0430
· On the Dean’s List
· President of Student Chapter IABC (International Association of Business Communicators) (June 1996 to January 1997)
· Network Chairman Student Chapter (February 1997 to July 1997)
· Published credits in student newspaper
· Suma Cum Laude
Fort Scott Community College Graduated: 1995
A.S. Computers GPA 3.96
Fort Scott, Kansas, 66701
(620) 223-2700
· President's Honor Roll
· Magna Cum Laude
South Oklahoma City Community College 1982 to 1985
A.S. Computer Programming various courses, GPA 3.94
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73159
(405) 682-1611
· Phi Theta Kappa - National Honor Fraternity. Member
· D.P.M.A. (Data Processing Management Association). Member
· Actor - Dinner Theater Play Production: Jesus Christ Superstar Musical ranks in top ten of City entertainment.
Oklahoma State Department of Vocational and Technical Education Graduated 1982
Certificate of Training (542 hours) Certificate
· Major: – Advance Arc. Welding, Pipe Welding,
· Minor: Blue print and schematics
CERTIFICATION & ACCREDITATIONS
· Novell 520 IntraNetware: Netware 4.11 Administration
· 525 IntraNetware: Netware 4.11 Advanced Administration
· Novell 520 IntraNetware: Netware 4.11 Administration
· 525 IntraNetware: Netware 4.11 Advanced Administration
· Introduction to Cisco Routing
· Volition (fiber optic) systems
· 803 MS Workstation Administration Windows NT 4.0
· 922 Supporting Windows NT 4.0 Core Technology
AWARDS AND HONORS
· "Excellence award for Best Keeper" (DeVry Institute of Technology headquarters) for teaching practices and innovations
· "Who's Who Among America's Teachers" (three times; nominated by graduates)
· Novell Administrator Certification in IntraNetware
· Top Platoon Leader in the 25th Battalion (U.S. Navy)
· Letter of Recognition for Superior Scholastic Achievement (U.S. Navy)
· Letter of Appreciation for Assistance in December 24, 1987 Flood in Millington, TN (U.S. Navy)
· Letter of Appreciation for Contribution to Memphis Family Service Center in Millington, TN (U.S. Navy)
· Good Conduct Award (U.S. Navy)
National Defense Service Medal (U.S. Navy)
· Intramural Weight Lifting: First Place Heavyweight division
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Current: Libertarian Party Ward Captain, 1st Ward,
Current: Longfellow Community Association
Current: Myrtle Masonic Lodge #145
Current: Guthrie Scottish Rite of Guthrie, Oklahoma
2008-2009: Libertarian Party member of 5th congressional district & 10 Senatorial district
2002-2005: AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals)
2001-2008: NAIL (National Association of Independent Landlords)
2001-2006: Bourbon County Landlord Association
SKILLS
MS. Office Professional MS Visio Professional MS FrontPage
MS Project MS Server Typing 60 WPM
Autodesk AutoCAD Paint Shop Professional 6 HTML
Autodesk Rivet Adobe Photoshop Macromedia Studio 8
Autodesk Inventor Adobe Illustrator Quicken Home & Business
Contract writing RFI & RFQ Writing Diagram and Blue Print Review
MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Word
MS Publisher
TRAINING
Web Arch. Best Practices & Direction Generational Issues Stress Management
Performance Appraisals Opnet 10.5 Legal Issues in Supervision & Mgt
Volition Network Solutions Enhancing Teaching & learning Faculty Symposium
Fire alarm Systems Diversity awareness CCTV/CATV Networks
Responder 4 Nurse Call Responder 4K Nurse Call AMAG Access Control
Cisco Routing
EQUIPMENT
Backhoe & loader Emergency Generators 200KW Copiers, Printers & Plotters
Collating equipment typewriter/Word Processing multi-phone line PBX
Nortel Option 11 Multi-meter Soldering
Arc Welder Oxy/Acetylene welding Metal shear
Metal benders Oxy/Acetylene cutting Radio Transceivers
Laptop Computers Personal computers PDAs
Scanners General construction tools
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