Travis Hill, Mba, Pmp, Lssmbb Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Nebraska

Responsible for a 13 employee Project Management Organization. The team focuses on utility and business projects implementing; power generation, transmission, distribution, substation, and technology enhancements.

Columbus, Ne

Responsible for building a Continuous Improvement Program that reflects the values of the District and maximizes our ability to exceed our strategic goals. Partner with Executives and Managers through the creation and maintenance of our Business Process Management System (BPM) in order to align actionable initiatives to strategy. Lead Continuous Improvement training (DMAIC, LEAN, Kaizen) to tactically execute initiatives while mentoring cross functional project teams. Work with process owners to implement improvement through robust Change Management practices and strong control plans to ensure improved performance is achieved. Provide leadership on special projects and change initiatives.

Elkhorn, Ne

(2020-2023) Associate Professor of Military Science, Wayne State College.(2011-2020) Various Engineer and Command Positions- Military and civil engineering and the related planning, organization, training, operation, and development. Train and lead troops, topographic, and construction engineering operations; facilities maintenance; civil works programs. Plans and programs construction and maintenance of facilities for Army and Air Force installations. Provides Facilities Engineering and Family Housing support for the Army in garrison and in the theater of operations. Supports the nation through execution of the Civil Works Program, military construction, and nation building projects. Enhances national preparedness plans. Conducts research and development in engineer functional areas. (2010-2011) Supply Chain Director- Direct teams to execute logistical and supply chain management operations. Advise and direct subordinate companies on day to day operations dealing with inventory management and property accountability. Analyze and evaluate equipment and material levels to maximize efficiency and performance. Lead Six Sigma and quality improvement projects to ensure optimum outputs. Conduct contract management operations to ensure sufficient support is provided. Draft letters of justification and statements of work to ensure precise contract execution.(2003-2009) As a maintenance manager I oversaw our operational fleet, ensure monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual services to ensure asset effectiveness. Provide feedback and guidance based off trends and analysis of system failures and needed maintenance improvements. Ensure safe working environment of mechanics, conduct periodic inspections to enforce workplace safety and preventative measures are being maintained.

Papillion, Nebraska

Partner with state VP's to develop a continuous improvement culture within their areas of responsibility that is complementary to Black Hills Corporations values and strategic goals. Provide project leadership for large projects and mentor project leaders through small/medium projects. Conduct continuous improvement training for employees at all levels of the business. Mentor and coach project leaders and continuous improvement agents to advance their CI and project management proficiency. Facilitate strategic planning sessions and develop action plans to achieve success.

Columbus, Nebraska

Optimize maintenance and facility projects by conducting an analysis on requirements and resources, and planning, scheduling, and executing the projects, including clearly communicating all details. Ensure the most effective means to achieving production goals by developing project management documentation to serve as a roadmap. Analyze the configuration and operation, including evaluating and designing space, equipment, ventilation, and feeding layouts according to requirements. Provide executive management with status updates and manage timelines and benchmarks by utilizing AutoCAD and other project management tools and software. Meet organizational standardization objectives; champion quality improvement opportunities to increase baseline performance and achieve process capability. Gather information for future projects by performing routine inspections. Facilitate accurate annual budget formulation by obtaining quotes from suppliers and contractors. Deliver the highest levels of quality and beneficial pricing to exceed project requirements and drive down organizational expenditures through savvy negotiation. Ensure expectations are maintained throughout the life of the project; includes liaising up and down the chain of command and communicating regularly with internal and external stakeholders. Approve change orders and deliverables.

Responsible for human resources activities advising six companies by providing evaluation and management support of human resource general functions. Provide guidance regarding the interpretation of and publishing regulations, policy, procedures, and physical security. Provide budget analysis, tracking, and auditing support. Monitor, evaluate and track progress. Manage payroll, pay inquiries, and travel voucher submission. Process personnel and administrative actions (legal and routine). Interpret and initiate changes in policies and procedures. Compose memorandums, policy and regulation for organizational purposes and objectives. Plan and coordinate training activates.

Provide retail sales support to individuals and commercial businesses. Manage product inventory and product accounting.Provided superior customer service to meet customer requirements. Negotiated prices with commercial customers to expand our business base. Provided input on inventory stocking and ordering.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Activities and Societies: Varsity Golf

Education record

Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt 11-17-2013 Lean Six Sigma Black Belt 05-23-2011 Project Management 02-25-2011 Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Bachelor Of Science, Business Leadership

Academic Transfer, Education Transfer

Activities and Societies: Varsity Golf, Industrial Technology

Education record