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Redmond, Washington, United States

Responsible for building and leading high-performance teams dedicated to constructing the built environment for a separately derived Air-Gapped Cloud. *Strategically drive the delivery of data center construction projects, overseeing end-to-end processes from planning to execution, to ensure seamless integration and alignment with industry standards and organizational goals. *Optimize project delivery methodologies and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency… Show more Responsible for building and leading high-performance teams dedicated to constructing the built environment for a separately derived Air-Gapped Cloud. *Strategically drive the delivery of data center construction projects, overseeing end-to-end processes from planning to execution, to ensure seamless integration and alignment with industry standards and organizational goals. *Optimize project delivery methodologies and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency and minimize costs, ultimately enhancing value proposition for clients and stakeholders. *Cultivate strong partnerships and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, leveraging effective communication and negotiation skills to drive successful project outcomes and maintain high client satisfaction. *Champion innovation and best practices in data center delivery, continually seeking opportunities to optimize processes, enhance performance, and drive competitive advantage in the market. *Provide visionary leadership and mentorship to teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement to achieve and exceed delivery targets. Show less

Redmond, Washington, United States

Accountable for leading a team that is building and integrating the technical infrastructure that supports the growth of Microsoft's intelligent cloud and edge data center footprint.

Redmond, Washington, United States

Midwest

Midwest

In my role at Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure and Operations (MCIO), the team behind the cloud, I had the privilege of contributing to the delivery of Microsoft's Cloud data center infrastructure. Our team is committed to smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners.This position has allowed me to channel my passion for the Information Transportation Systems segment of the construction industry into building the network that powers the… Show more In my role at Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure and Operations (MCIO), the team behind the cloud, I had the privilege of contributing to the delivery of Microsoft's Cloud data center infrastructure. Our team is committed to smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners.This position has allowed me to channel my passion for the Information Transportation Systems segment of the construction industry into building the network that powers the world’s largest online services. My key responsibilities and achievements include:• Fostering and maintaining positive working relationships within the Datacenter Strategy Planning and Delivery (DSPD) team, key MCIO team members, and select vendors. • Proactively managing large Microsoft Datacenter Project schedules related to integration scope. • Coordinating labor and equipment procurement between Microsoft, Data Center Operations, and the General Contractor. • Ensuring positive engagement across teams throughout all project phases, from kick-off to close-out. • Supporting the Data Center Development PM in completing all integration tasks leading up to the Colo Ready Milestone. • Overseeing the integration vendors and equipment budget line items. • Collaborating across team boundaries to ensure project success. • Coordinating scope and change management activities across teams. • Developing and executing mitigation strategies. • Ensuring clear communication across team members for consistency of message and understanding of decisions and changes. • Improving project and program processes to enhance team coordination, program consistency, and set clear expectations across the project team. Show less

Kansas City, Missouri Area

As a Business Installation Operations Manager at Honeywell, a Fortune 100 company renowned for enhancing quality of life globally, I leveraged my expertise in the Intelligent Building segment to deliver innovative projects for our enterprise clients. My role in enterprise control management led to numerous accomplishments:• Managed all financial aspects of my project portfolio, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability. • Led diverse, cross-functional teams both locally and… Show more As a Business Installation Operations Manager at Honeywell, a Fortune 100 company renowned for enhancing quality of life globally, I leveraged my expertise in the Intelligent Building segment to deliver innovative projects for our enterprise clients. My role in enterprise control management led to numerous accomplishments:• Managed all financial aspects of my project portfolio, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability. • Led diverse, cross-functional teams both locally and internationally, fostering collaboration and efficiency. • Developed comprehensive strategies to enhance business operations and maintain agility in a dynamic market. • Worked closely with project teams during critical organizational transformations to ensure alignment with strategic goals. • Established agile and adaptable subcontractor supply chains to meet business needs. • Implemented change management strategies to ensure compliance within project teams. • Analyzed and implemented new processes and tools to increase operational efficiency and profitability. • Focused on brand management to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships. • Prioritized safety in the workplace, recognizing it as a key determinant of success.In this role, I was not just maintaining systems that keep facilities safe, secure, comfortable, productive, and energy-efficient. I was also part of a team that’s building solutions to increase facility performance and mitigate risk. Show less

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Kansas City, Missouri Area

As a dedicated union electrician, I proudly served as a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), one of the largest and most diverse unions within the AFL-CIO. My tenure with the IBEW was marked by involvement in some of Kansas City’s most significant projects of the time, reflecting my commitment to excellence and professional growth in the field of electrical work.• Mission Critical: United Missouri Bancshares, US Credit Union, State Street Bank… Show more As a dedicated union electrician, I proudly served as a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), one of the largest and most diverse unions within the AFL-CIO. My tenure with the IBEW was marked by involvement in some of Kansas City’s most significant projects of the time, reflecting my commitment to excellence and professional growth in the field of electrical work.• Mission Critical: United Missouri Bancshares, US Credit Union, State Street Bank, Sprint/Nextel Cell Towers and point-of-presence facilities. • Various large capital investment projects for Ford Motor Company at their Claycomo plant a cross 4.7 million square feet of production space. • Construction for LaFarge’s 5 million square foot Cement Terminal.• Construction and Retooling of Proctor and Gamble’s multi-building, 574,000-square-foot industrial campus in Kansas City, Kansas. Show less

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