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Norfolk, Virginia, US

• Frequently negotiate contracts with various tradesmen and contractors.
• Planning, design and oversight of multiple home renovations.
• Oversee six-figure renovations.

Chester, VA, US

• Plan, coordinate and manage job-site logistics for multi-million dollar projects.
• Direct the day-to-day coordination of vendors, contractors and their sub-contractors to ensure they turn out high-quality work that meets the approved schedule.
• Lead contractor and vendor meetings on a regular basis while maintain daily reports and documentation.
• Create, manage and update the project schedule as well as create and implement contingency plans when necessary.

I recently stepped away from work to spend time with my twin sons, who my wife and I welcomed in 2022. During this time, I have been working on my Google Project Management Certification in addition to honing my project management and construction skills. But, I am excited to return to the workforce.

• Supervised operation of the critical high-pressure CO2 tobacco process including supervisory responsibility over three autoclave operators.
• Managed tobacco inventory, including orders and delivery within the production facility, and supervised up to 14 employees during shutdown periods.
• Diagnosed and addressed any process interruptions and worked with interdisciplinary team of mechanical and electrical technicians to correct issues.
• Directed annual safety reviews and updated safety protocols as necessary.
• Maintained essential production records to ensure compliance with federal regulators.

Chester, Virginia, US

• Lead Assistant to Expanded Tobacco and Primary Project Engineers at Philip Morris, USA.
• Coordinated identity and access management for union shop employees and professional trade personnel.
• Aided in planning and scheduling of construction and maintenance services at Philip Morris, USA plant.
• Extensive database management experience including CCMS and SAP. Expert user of MS Project and full spectrum of MS programs, including MS Office, AutoCAD, Computerized Maintenance Management System and Workbrain.

Calabasas Hills, CA, US

• Customer service focused busser and server at major restaurant chain.
• Received several awards and recognition for superior customer service and friendliness.
• Routinely worked extra shifts to support myself throughout my education at Virginia Commonwealth University and to supplement income while employed at Industrial Turnaround Corporation (ITAC).

• Landscaper for large commercial and residential landscaping contractor in Richmond, Virginia.
• Led and supervised landscaping personnel teams on various projects commercial and residential projects.
• Responsible for managing supplies and inventory on projects in excess of $10,000.00 to ensure customers received maximum value with a minimum of waste.