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Andrew Johnston

Franklin,TN

Summary

Accomplished and results-driven Construction Project Manager dedicated to delivering superior quality workmanship, performance, and construction project deliverables on time and within budget. Demonstrates 17+ years of successful project leadership, strategically navigating multiple roles to accelerate professional development and master diverse skills. Proven ability to quickly learn new systems and methodologies, leveraging a broad range of experience to drive innovation and exceed performance targets.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

Allyn Building Company
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current
  • Leverage strong project leadership and industry knowledge to perform quality control and site work management for a small general contractor focused on light commercial and custom residential projects.
  • Initiated risk mitigation steps that included revamping company contract and subcontract agreement templates, and generating site specific work scope exhibits applicable to each awarded trade.
  • Led IT changes for a dramatic improvement in communication and efficiency by migrating domains from IONOS to GoDaddy including the transfer of email offering better security features and compatibility with Microsoft Office.
  • Deployed more BuilderTrend features to streamline internal processes following comprehensive training of the program and its capabilities.
  • Harnessed detailed construction project strategies, including planning, budget/expense oversight, and optimized trade scheduling and coordination.

PROJECT MANAGER

CBI Workspace Solutions / Interior Construction Division
Nashville, TN
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided input in early design, discussing project specific challenges, material solutions, and timelines for completion with clients and their design partners.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, oversaw project risks, directed subcontractors, and assessed/resolved onsite construction obstacles.
  • Nominated for Falkbuilt Project Manager of the Year (1 of 6 PMs out of 90 branches).
  • Complimented business development in their efforts to obtain strategic relationships with key design firms throughout the region.
  • Visited jobsites pre-construction to field verify all areas, evaluate site conditions for optimal distribution of material, staging locations, and sequencing of installation.
  • Successfully carried out the largest project to date utilizing Falkbuilts digital component construction despite critical delays in design, and continuous production errors by the factory.

SR. PROJECT ENGINEER

ISEC, Inc.
Nashville, TN
04.2019 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated with multiple individuals and groups, including owners, designers, and other subcontractors.
  • Developed schedules, sequencing plans, and tasks for each assigned project.
  • Served as project liaison between owners, designers, and contractors.
  • Monitored/tracked quality control metrics and activities—raising issues on projects, if needed.
  • Reviewed millwork shop drawings for technical accuracy ensuring safety regulations, building codes, and industry standards were achieved.
  • Routine monitoring of site conditions, documenting field progress, and reporting observed site deficiencies impacting scope of work and installation timelines.
  • Led design assist for a custom feature operable wall system following flawed specs/details ensuring owners vision was maintained with minimal cost impact.
  • Spearheaded damage control on a severely underbid job by producing a new more accurate takeoff, re-estimating all costs, and using value engineering and strategic procurement reducing its financial impact to the company.
  • Contributor for other markets during periods a slow business offering takeoff and estimating assistance.

PROJECT MANAGER

Elite Flooring and Design
Nashville, TN
03.2018 - 01.2019
  • Managed projects for an organization delivering complete logistical solutions to guide customers toward success with their unique projects and specific flooring needs.
  • Embraced unique challenges as learning opportunities, developed resilience, and maintained a positive attitude in the face of inherited setbacks.
  • Absorbed all active and future projects within the Nashville market following mass layoff of all other New Construction team members.
  • Led the Nashville New Construction Division under support and guidance from the Atlanta office ensuring all project deliverables continued to flow without delay despite limited resources.
  • A key contributor in all job site meetings ensuring quality workmanship was achieved.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism to safeguard the company’s reputation and trust.

PROJECT MANAGER

Allegheny Construction Specialties
Nashville, TN
11.2015 - 01.2018
  • Managed implementation and startup for the new business under parent company Allegheny Millwork, PA.
  • Secured new office space, coordinated IT and furniture needs, logo design, and architect for document control.
  • Co-developed new business model and startup agenda.
  • Key contributor for business development leveraging existing connections for growth and expansion.
  • Onboard and train new employees as needed while creating a fun safe work environment for employees to thrive.
  • Captured projects where scopes of work were left unfulfilled following B.R. McMillan’s filing of bankruptcy.

PROJECT MANAGER

B.R. McMillan & Associates
Cottontown, TN
06.2011 - 10.2015
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, one valued at $3M, as a subcontractor with a focus on Specialties, General Trades, Installation of Doors/Hardware, OFE, and Firestopping ensuring complete client satisfaction.
  • Planned, coordinated, and executed projects in all sectors including healthcare, commercial, military, hospitality, and educational facilities.
  • Hired initially as an Assistant-Project Manager quickly advancing to Project Manager.
  • Actively participated in the hiring, onboarding, and skills development of new employees.
  • Selected vendors, prepared job submittals, issued purchase orders, monitored contractor schedules, coordinated material release, and scheduled associated manpower requirements.

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Enterprise Solutions
Nashville, TN
07.2008 - 05.2011
  • Delivered project coordination for a full-service electrical contractor specializing in the healthcare industry.
  • One of 12 selected companywide to participate in special development program for a role in future senior leadership.
  • Attended multiple training retreats designed to enhance leadership skills through workshops, team-building, and strategic planning.

Education

B.A. - Psychology, Business Administration

The University of Tennessee
Knoxville

Skills

  • Project Planning & Implementation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership Skills
  • Resolving Conflicts
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Adaptability
  • Openness to Feedback
  • Fostering Collaboration
  • Risk Assessment
  • Industry Knowledge

Certification

  • LEED AP Certified
  • OSHA 30-Hour Certified

References

A detailed and extensive project reference sheet is available upon request.

Technology Proficiency

  • MS Office (Excel, Word, OneNote, Outlook, Access, Teams)
  • BuilderTrend
  • Procore
  • SharePoint
  • PlanGrid
  • Quickbooks
  • OST (On-Screen Takeoff)
  • BlueBeam
  • Square

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER

Allyn Building Company
01.2024 - Current

PROJECT MANAGER

CBI Workspace Solutions / Interior Construction Division
07.2022 - 08.2023

SR. PROJECT ENGINEER

ISEC, Inc.
04.2019 - 06.2022

PROJECT MANAGER

Elite Flooring and Design
03.2018 - 01.2019

PROJECT MANAGER

Allegheny Construction Specialties
11.2015 - 01.2018

PROJECT MANAGER

B.R. McMillan & Associates
06.2011 - 10.2015

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Enterprise Solutions
07.2008 - 05.2011

B.A. - Psychology, Business Administration

The University of Tennessee

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