Benjamin Derrick
Amity,AR
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Project Manager
SDT Telecom
08.2021 - Current
- Responsible for all aspects of construction, permitting, budgeting, equipment, safety and accountability of twenty four FTTH building projects throughout Arkansas.
- Presented weekly status reports to Senior Executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones, goals and deadlines.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
Outside Plant Area Supervisor
ADB Companies
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Prime contractor for Lumen/Centurylink responsible for all aerial, underground, copper and fiber plant in Northeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi.
- Managed 12 subcontractors to ensure all work orders were completed in timely and professional manner.
- Excelled under 24 hour on call emergency response; strategically placed equipment and material to limit down time and minimize emergency response time.
- Continuously communicated with Lumen and ADB leadership to ensure quality and timeliness of work was met to client expectations.
Outside Plant Operations Manager
NEA Construction
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Prime contractor for AT&T.
- Designed and implemented supply room and material management system which saved company thousands of dollars.
- Implemented digital employee sign in/out system to provide better accountability of employee hours and track jobs more efficiently.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
Sergeant Major
US Army
04.1997 - 10.2018
- Retired after highly successful 23 year career as a US Army Ranger and Special Operations Soldier.
- Served as Senior Enlisted Advisor to over 1200 personnel in training, assignments, welfare, morale, deployments, administration, awards, and discipline.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Deployed to combat operations 16 times; received numerous valorous and meritorious commendations including the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and two Purple Hearts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
American Military University
Charles Town, WV05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
American Military University
Charles Town, WV04.2014
Skills
- Operations Management
- Productivity Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Cost Reduction
- Technology Integration
- Employee Coaching
- Process Improvements
- Relationship Building
- Inventory Management
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
SDT Telecom
08.2021 - Current
Outside Plant Area Supervisor
ADB Companies
01.2019 - 08.2021
Outside Plant Operations Manager
NEA Construction
12.2018 - 01.2019
Sergeant Major
US Army
04.1997 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - History
American Military University
- Arkansas CDL-A
- OSHA 10 & 30 certified
- EMT-B certified
- Arkansas Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Inspector License
- Arkansas and Tennessee Certified Professional Home Inspector License
- Certified Federal Physical Security/ Counter Terrorism Specialist
- Top Secret Security Clearance
Summary
Senior Program Manager with exceptional background experience in the telecommunications construction industry. Proven success building and motivating program teams to meet project goals. Demonstrated leadership in systems implementation, program execution and process improvement engagements. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Certification
- Arkansas CDL-A
- OSHA 10 & 30 certified
- EMT-B certified
- Arkansas Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Inspector License
- Arkansas and Tennessee Certified Professional Home Inspector License
- Certified Federal Physical Security/ Counter Terrorism Specialist
- Top Secret Security Clearance
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