Brandon Popp
Fond Du Lac,WI
Summary
Accomplished fire protection professional commanding 21 years of progressive experience within diverse construction environments. Hands-on, resourceful Project Manager that has an outstanding record of leading a large team that produces success and client satisfaction. A sound troubleshooter with the ability to identify inefficiencies, improve productivity, reduce costs, increase revenue, and strengthen customer relationships. Mentors staff and encourages a team environment that produces a high level of employee confidence and satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
J. F. Ahern Co.
Appleton, WI
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performances
- Responsible for successful completion of various fire protection, including above and underground water storage tanks, diesel fire pumps, electric fire pumps, and underground piping
- Assisted in every phase of design process, starting with master planning phase and continuing through design and construction
- Responsible for effectively communicating with engineers, designers, project managers, superintendent, and others, to ensure compliance with project budgets, schedules, and code
- Prepared cost estimates and schedules associated with fire protection system designs
- Served as mentor to entry, junior, and senior level designers to help develop their skills in all aspects of fire protection
Fire Protection Superintendent
J.F Ahern Co.
Fond Du Lac,WI
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Increased profitability each year in direct division by recruiting and hiring strong team members, providing training/ongoing staff development, engaging in open communication, and hands-on involvement in every project
- Spearheaded implementation of Bluebeam Revu, a software application of editable documents between office and field personnel
- Assisted in building, testing, and training "time-entry" to implement a streamlined program
- Reviewed blueprints on all fire protection projects to ensure accuracy
- Collaborated with design team to create seamless field install drawings and build relations between field and design
- Estimated and forecasted labor hours for bids and mid-project reviews
- Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within appropriate timeframes, and followed up to ensure resolution
- Ensured compliance with policies and quality standards to maintain consistency in quality of services
- Led one of the most profitable divisions at J.F. Ahern nationwide
- Successfully managed Northeast Wisconsin Fire protection team, ranging from 22-37 field/shop employees
Sprinkler Fitter Journeyman/Foreman
J.F Ahern Co.
Fond Du Lac,WI
02.2001 - 12.2019
- Seasoned in new construction, sprinkler service, and inspections
- Installed fire protection systems, including foam, FM200, deluge, and pre-action
- Inspected fire panels, extinguishers, e-lites, and fire sprinklers of over 160 CVS stores nationwide
- Most notable projects: Grande Cheese Headquarters, Sargento Headquarters, Acuity Insurance, and Johnsonville
Education
Apprenticeship - Fire Protection
Penn State University
University Park, PABusiness Administration
University Of Wisconsin LaCrosse
LaCrosse, WIHigh School Diploma -
St. Marys Springs Academy
Fond Du Lac, WISkills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Project and Blueprint Reviews
- P & L Analysis
- Leadership & Team Building
- Estimating & Forecasting
- Site Inspections & Assessment
- Quality Control & Enhancement
- Process Optimization
- Effective Scheduler
- UA Star Certified
- OSHA certified
- Procore, Excel, and Microsoft
Timeline
Project Manager
J. F. Ahern Co.
06.2021 - Current
Fire Protection Superintendent
J.F Ahern Co.
12.2017 - 06.2021
Sprinkler Fitter Journeyman/Foreman
J.F Ahern Co.
02.2001 - 12.2019
Apprenticeship - Fire Protection
Penn State University
Business Administration
University Of Wisconsin LaCrosse
High School Diploma -
St. Marys Springs Academy