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Andrews, Texas, Us

KVP Energy Services is a complete electrical infrastructure solutions company focused principally on the electrical transmission infrastructure, distribution, substation and electrical automation & instrumentation services to utilities and infrastructure owners. Additional information on KV Power’s offerings can be found at www.kvpenergy.com

Houston, Texas, Us

Columbus, Oh, Us

Lead organization comprised of more than 440 transmission and telecom construction professionals dispersed across 11 states. Manage five-year, $15 billion capital construction portfolio and eight direct reports. Develop and execute on overall strategic vision for contractor safety, performance, and contracting. Champion cultural initiatives across multiple departments.• Over $75 million in O&M savings identified for business unit through implementation of companywide excellence program.• 63% decrease in contractor DART industry safety rate over four years by meeting with contractor executive leadership to drive key safety program improvements and pioneering new safety initiatives with over 4000 front line craft workforce.• Decreased project costs by 3% and average construction time by 30 days through development ofconstructability department to recommend improvements in construction design, sequencing, and methodologies.• Achieved business unit’s highest Gallup Culture scores ever and decreased disengaged employees by 8% after developing new method of gathering front-line employee feedback and responding with solutions within 30 days.• Eliminated 20 hours of repetitive and redundant business process work by implementing tech systems and enhanced operating models to increase human performance and safety oversight in the field.• Reduced number of potential equipment failures by leading team of specialists in redesigning manufacturer’s critical connection point, adjusting the production line, and overhauling the QC/QA program.

Columbus, Oh, Us

Managed $300 million capital construction budget, fostered strategic relationships with multiple organization leaders, and anticipated regional resource needs to effectively manage completion of construction work. Supervised 40 staff across four states.• $500,000 in annual project cost savings earned through negotiation of reduced equipment and mobilization rates.• Improved employee satisfaction by 30% after creating cohesive, inspirational mission and vision for region.• 20% reduction in project material issues across region by developing key reports and processes to provide greater visibility into material tracking.• Slashed average construction duration by 15 days through integration of construction personnel into engineering and project management scoping processes.• Attained highest Gallup Survey culture scores for newly developed region by meeting regularly with each team member, setting clear expectations, and improving outdated processes and systems.

Columbus, Oh, Us

Executed annual portfolio of projects valued at $80 to $100 million. Resolved conflicts and delays through detailed risk analysis. Developed strategic solutions to benefit clients and the organization. Led corporate cultural initiatives.• Managed scoping and development of company’s largest electrical station in Louisiana, completing project one month early and contributing to over $50 million in regional financial goals.

Columbus, Oh, Us

Managed annual project portfolio worth $75 million. Built effective communication with local and national team members.• 15% increase in field productivity hours earned by developing sustainable technology solutions, testing viability, and integrating with field teams spanning 13 states.

Hanover, Maryland , Us

Integrated with American Electric Power (AEP) PM group to manage and execute complex, multi-million-dollar transmission construction projects across four states. Managed annual portfolio of projects valued at $30 million.• Successfully placed over $50 million of capital investment to work for company each year, exceeding annual expectations for associates through strong relationships with outside business partners and internal stakeholders.• Recognized each year for top performance and selected to lead high-priority initiatives.

Omaha, Nebraska, Us

Oversaw construction management, design, contractor bidding, scope, project management, quality control, invoicing, and maintenance. Developed strong culture with property employees.• Achieved $1 million increase in annual ROI and 15% reduction in O&M expenses through development of newmaintenance operating system that improved resident satisfaction and decreased excess material ordering.• Honored with National Apartment Association award after leading construction and repositioning of 564-unit property and achieving excellence in renovation, operation, and community involvement.• Met aggressive renovation project schedule, stayed within budget, and achieved corporate goals to realize highest potential market valuation through collaboration with vendors and contractors.

• Increased efficiency of feedback loop from customers by engaging with end users to refine product strategy.• Converted previous face-to-face business processes to online transactions.

• 10-day reduction in home production time achieved by driving collaboration between three key trades.• Exposed employees who had deceived homeowners during home purchase warranty phase.• Earned JD Powers Customer Service survey’s highest rating within housing community.• Pioneered trade contractor service training ensuring consistent quality; increased bottom line of division.• Awarded AZ Top Community Project in 2007.

Taught Tagalog to group of 15-20 volunteers, with a new group every 2 months. Created specific lessons and training materials based on each group’s learning styles. Maintained high classroom morale to ensure focused learning. Adeptly developed language skills while working as full-time volunteer representative in the Philippines from 1997 to 1999.• Earned distinguished results; 95% of students left with high proficiency in speaking and reading Tagalog.

Bachelor, Construction Management/Business

Pmp, Project Management