BRENT CAVINS
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with proven success in cross-functional collaboration, budget control, and strategic planning. Known for delivering projects on time and optimizing processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
Dynamic Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in leading diverse teams and managing multiple projects. Adept at implementing process improvements and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring high-quality results while meeting project deadlines and budget constraints.
Experienced with planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Utilizes strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of implementing efficient processes and achieving project goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Hartmann Studios
07.2020 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met on schedule.
- Developed project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders for alignment.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency across multiple projects.
- Managed project budgets and resources, optimizing allocation to minimize costs while maintaining quality.
- Facilitated regular status meetings to communicate project progress and address potential roadblocks.
- Analyzed project risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery outcomes.
- Utilized project management software to track progress, manage timelines, and ensure accountability across teams.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
Independent Contractor
Independant
2005 - 2020
- Oversaw multiple crews of Tradeshow labor crews for installation and breakdown of small and large project builds in multiple cities/states simultaneously.
- Scheduled travel/per diem/lodging and onsite job assignments for multiple laborers.
- Deciphered/relayed understanding of blueprints/drawings of schematics with little or no prior instruction.
- Completed builds on schedule for hard start time of every show.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands or unforeseen challenges within a project''s scope without compromising results.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Education
No Degree - History
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Project tracking
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Customer relations
- Staff management
- Advanced problem solving
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project estimation and bidding
- Budget control
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Coaching and mentoring
- Project closure
- Purchasing and procurement
- Productivity improvement
- Construction management
- Budget preparation
- Client rapport
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Used Wrike software to input and collaborate on design requests for graphic artists.
- Collaborated with team of Hundreds in the development of The Home Depot Store Managers Meeting in Las Vegas.
- Achieved exemplary results by completing design/implementation/builds/shipment/onsite assembly and dismantle with accuracy and efficiency under extreme time requirements.
- Supervised team of 150-260 staff members.
- Documented and resolved Delayed shipments which led to better than expected results.
Timeline
Project Manager
Hartmann Studios
07.2020 - Current
Independent Contractor
Independant
2005 - 2020
No Degree - History
Georgia State University