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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Ryan Arnold

Farmville,Virginia

Summary

Professional, experienced and dedicated construction professional, prepared to bring wealth of project management experience to new challenges. Known for consistently delivering projects on time and within budget while fostering strong team collaboration. Highly adaptable, with focus on meeting evolving project needs and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Center Construction Project Manager

Insight Global LLC. (Microsoft)
12.2024 - Current
  • Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
  • Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
  • Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
  • Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular site inspections and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors for optimal cost savings on materials and services.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring high-quality work was consistently delivered on time and within budget constraints.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
  • Strengthened relationships with vendors by negotiating favorable contract terms for hardware/software acquisition.
  • Implemented effective security protocols, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access or breaches.
  • Promoted a safe working environment within the data center facility by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Oversaw data center migrations, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption to operations or services.
  • Coordinated regular audits of operational procedures, identifying areas for improvement and enhancing overall efficiency levels.

Construction Project Manager

B2X Online Inc.
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.

Lead Wireless Construction Manager

Tilson Technology Management
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Tracking milestones and coordinating across disciplines on missing, upcoming, and past-due tasks
  • Managing changing priorities, competing priorities, and situations in which guidelines can change
  • Manage RFPs, price matrixes, material quotes, new site builds, upgrades, integrations, and modifications on Small Cell and Macro Embedded Base and NSB's
  • Monitoring and managing equipment order submittals, invoicing, material release, and budget management
  • Tracking and managing on a site by site basis for safety, quality, productivity, punctuality, and efficiency to provide and exemplary product to our client or customer
  • Standardizing reporting, workflows, and processes across diverse applications and tools
  • Coordinating workload and distribution of work activities between internal crews & external subcontractor crews to ensure quality and efficiency of work
  • Investigate, discuss & resolve any issues be it client relations, internal, or external
  • Provide leadership and technical direction to internal & external crews to ensure that all details of work are completed quickly, efficiently, safely, and of highest quality
  • Directed a team of 50 workers across multiple sites, ensuring timely completion of projects
  • Improved project completion rate by 15% by optimizing construction workflows and resource allocation
  • Achieved a 20% reduction in project delivery times by implementing agile construction methodologies, resulting in higher client satisfaction
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality results while maintaining open lines of communication throughout each project phase.
  • Spearheaded efforts to obtain required permits and approvals from local authorities, ensuring all projects remained compliant with applicable regulations.
  • Developed contingency plans for potential risks, minimizing project delays due to unforeseen circumstances.

Construction Manager

KCI Technologies
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Tracking and managing on a site by site basis for safety, quality, productivity, punctuality, and efficiency to provide and exemplary product to our client or customer
  • Standardizing reporting, workflows, and processes across diverse applications and tools
  • Coordinating workload and distribution of work activities between internal crews & external subcontractor crews to ensure quality and efficiency of work
  • Investigate, discuss & resolve any issues be it client relations, internal, or external
  • Provide leadership and technical direction to internal & external crews to ensure that all details of work are completed quickly, efficiently, safely, and of highest quality
  • Tracking milestones and coordinating across disciplines on missing, upcoming, and past-due tasks

Tower Foreman

KCI Technologies
07.2017 - 09.2019
  • Maintained and monitored communication between tower crew, other company personnel, and outside contractors.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by the team at all times.
  • Coordinated with tower crews to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Conducted on-site inspections to evaluate progress and quality of work performed.
  • Provided technical guidance in the interpretation of plans and specifications for tower construction or modification projects.
  • Directed the installation of antennas, transmission lines, power supplies, grounding systems, shelters and related equipment.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings and specifications for accuracy prior to commencement of work.
  • Inspected towers periodically for structural integrity and corrosion prevention measures.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues associated with towers.
  • Monitored inventory levels for materials needed during construction or repair projects.
  • Managed day-to-day operations related to tower sites such as access control, security systems.
  • Resolved issues that were found in antenna system components, applying troubleshooting techniques for mitigation.
  • Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Gov. and Computer Information Systems

Prince Edward County High School
Farmville, VA
05.2014

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency Oversight
  • Successful Project Delivery
  • Process Quality Management
  • Contract Oversight
  • Customer Experience Enhancement
  • Wireless Communication Expertise
  • Cost Control Expertise
  • Project Oversight
  • Effective Stakeholder Interaction
  • Risk Analysis Expertise
  • Contract Negotiation Proficiency
  • Project Timeline Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office Applications
  • Subcontractor management
  • Preconstruction planning
  • Estimating
  • Project closeout
  • Interpreting blueprints
  • OSHA compliance
  • AutoCAD
  • Risk management
  • Document control
  • Bid evaluation
  • Contract coordination

Accomplishments

  • As a Certified Microsoft Azure Professional, I take pride in this achievement because it signifies a high level of expertise and commitment to mastering the complexities of Azure services. It reflects a dedication to staying current with rapidly evolving cloud technologies and an ability to effectively implement solutions in a cloud environment.
  • Integrating Agile Methodologies reduced delivery times by 20%, thereby enhancing client satisfaction.
  • Achieving the Certified Scrum Master designation is a source of pride because it represents a significant milestone in professional development, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in project management and agile practices.
  • Successfully completed the required instruction, course learning, and testing to obtain certification as an OSHA Instructor for General Industry and Construction.

Certification

  • Occupational Safety and Health Trainer (Train-the-Trainer) - 09/28/2024
  • Certified Ergonomics Associate
  • Certified Hazard Control Manager
  • Certified Scrum Master
  • Construction Site Safety Master Instructor
  • Certified Microsoft Azure Intermediate Professional
  • CompTIA Network+

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Data Center Construction Project Manager

Insight Global LLC. (Microsoft)
12.2024 - Current

Construction Project Manager

B2X Online Inc.
09.2024 - 12.2024

Lead Wireless Construction Manager

Tilson Technology Management
09.2022 - 07.2024

Construction Manager

KCI Technologies
09.2019 - 09.2022

Tower Foreman

KCI Technologies
07.2017 - 09.2019

Advanced Diploma - Gov. and Computer Information Systems

Prince Edward County High School
  • Occupational Safety and Health Trainer (Train-the-Trainer) - 09/28/2024
  • Certified Ergonomics Associate
  • Certified Hazard Control Manager
  • Certified Scrum Master
  • Construction Site Safety Master Instructor
  • Certified Microsoft Azure Intermediate Professional
  • CompTIA Network+

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