SUMMARY

• Proven success in managing, implementing and migrating multi - million dollar information technology (IT) infrastructure/construction projects related to data centers, Emergency Operations Centers (EOC), and Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)/ 9-1-1 Centers. Expertise in building design and systems interface with owners, architects, general contractors and sub-contractors.
• Coordinated solution development such as voice over internet protocol (VoIP) (Cisco), data storage, voice/data cabling, cable management, security systems, access controls, audiovisual, radio communication, distributed antenna systems and disaster recovery plans.
• Exceeded customer expectations with technology reviews, architectual designs and vendor management ensuring customer requirements are met while maintaining budgets and schedules.
• Strong analytical skills in interpreting and apply policies to ensure compliance with procedures, various laws and regulations as well as the insertion and migration of new technologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power point, Access and Visio). Each of the projects listed below were managed effectively meeting deadlines and staying within budget.

• Project Management (PMP Certified)
• Program Management
• Customer Relationship
• Team & Project Excellence
• Cost Benefits Analysis
• Vendor Relationships
• Executive Level Coordination (stakeholders, C-level, elected officials)
• Budget Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential

Project Manager / IT Consultant

Responsibilities:

• Received Honorary Kentucky Colonel award from the Governor
• Received letter of appreciation from FEMA (customer) for project work in Kentucky
• Performed financial and architectural design reviews mitigating cost overruns
• Achieved customer satisfaction for exceeding expectations by identifying technology and design improvements. Specifically coordinating design to meet PSAP criteria.
• Successfully completed all construction projects within budget and scheduled timeframe
• Martin County NC, Public Safety Answering Point facility (5,000 sq ft), Project Manager, Currently working with Owner and Architect for technology integration services for new facilities coordinating with the Architects on design and technical interface.
• Pasquotank County NC, Backup Public Safety Answering Point facility, Project Manager, Technology integration services for new facilities coordination with Architects on design and technical interface.
• Lincoln County NC, Public Safety Answering Point facility (5,000 sq ft). Project Manager, Currently working with the Owner and Architect on technology integration services for new facilities coordinating on the design and technical interface.
• Department of Homeland Security / Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP)—
• Technology integration services for seven new facilities. Coordination architectural design, coordination with General Contractor and technology vendors. Each of these EOCs and PSAPs required close coordination to maintain operations during cutover. Powell County EOC, Rockcastle County EOC, Clark County EOC, Madison County EOC, Jackson County EOC, Garrard County EOC, and Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government EOC
• East Harris County Emergency Services Joint Powers Board, Texas—Regional Communications Center. Technology integration services for new facilities coordination with Architects on design, general contractor and owner.
• Lubbock County Emergency Communications District, Texas—Project Manager, Technology integration services for new facilities coordination with Architects on design, general contractor and owner.
• Utah Valley Dispatch Special Service District—Project Manager, Emergency communications facility assessment study

Confidential, Texas

Project Manager/Emergency Management Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Project Managed IT infrastructure design, VoIP (Cisco) installation, Microsoft software upgrades and security projects for the new City municipal complex.
• Managed IT data center migration to the new city complex.
• Defined scope, developed risk plans/disaster recover, negotiated vendor contracts (RFPs) and monitored process to end; briefed senior and elected officials on processes, programs and projects requiring funding
• Developed, maintained, and tested the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) (Disaster Recovery/Continuity Plan), which included all-hazard response and mitigation plan
• Created and conducted training exercises and after action/improvement plans

Confidential, Texas

Emergency Management Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Managed Homeland Security grants for building and equipping the new EOC and backup 9-1-1 center
• He has also created and implemented several emergency management plans and programs.
• Established, updated, and evaluated Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs)
• Conducted training, exercises and after action reports

Confidential

Chief Plans and Programs

Responsibilities:

• Served in a leadership role from joint command level to instructor of wartime operations/security
• Supported the United States Antarctic Program in plan and program development for the Department of Defense and U.S. Transportation Command.