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Power Operations Manager

Manage Projects in Communications and Electrical construction primarily OSP, .Manage and supervise telecommunication construction projects in support of Century Link Communications encompassing Fiber Optic, Copper, Man Hole Duct Structures and associated cabinets and electronics. Provide daily and weekly progress and financial reports and detailed as-built prints to CTL representatives. Field and prepare bids and proposals for existing and potential clients. Interview and hire department personnel. Conduct safety and quality meetings with department personnel. Complete daily field safety inspections and associated paperwork for all assigned projects. Identify opportunities for improved employee safety, quality and efficiency then provided targeted training, direction and discipline as appropriate.Review and formulate bids for electrical, telecommunications and natural gas design and construction projects. Create billing packages for completed jobs including all company and client required financial tracking, as-built mapping, materials tracking, safety and quality inspections, and labor costs.

Installation & Maintenance of Electrical Special Systems and Voice and Data Systems. Projects included Rio Rancho Public Schools, Los Lunas Public Schools, Socorro Public Schools. Installed Fire Alarm System and Nurse Call System at the UNM Cancer Center and Administration Building. Installed the Fire Alarm System and Voice and Data at Santa Rosa Regional Hospital. Assisted in the installation of the Fire Alarm System and Security System at the UNM PIT basketball arena.

Manager Kelly Cable of NM. Fulfilled this position when Manager was relocated to new office in Chicago. Held this position until Manager returned as a VP of company. Provide leadership, direction and training to approximately 100 office and field personnel. Worked professionally and effectively with a variety of company and client personnel to ensure mutual success. Evaluated weekly production reports, targeted opportunities for improvement and implemented strategies. Completed bi-annual supervisor and office staff performance evaluations. Worked diligently with our client to maintain product quality and customer satisfaction.Construction Department Manager Provide leadership, direction and training to approximately 50 field personnel. Worked professionally and effectively with a variety of company and client personnel to ensure mutual success. Evaluated weekly production reports, targeted opportunities for improvement and implemented strategies. Completed bi-annual supervisor staff performance evaluations. Worked diligently with our client to maintain product quality and customer satisfaction. Planned and conducted weekly safety and quality meetings including handouts, videos and presentations. Developed new avenues of revenue through diversification and expansion. Screened, interviewed and hired employees. Trained new field personnel and prepared them for the client’s field certification process.Voice and Data Department Mgr.Work with clients in developing plan to meet client needs. Cable Television Installer Installed Cable Television to residential and commercial customers, via underground and aerial plant, in accordance with all NESC, FCC and client guidelines. Provided customer support including programming, technical training and sales.