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BRYAN THOMAS

La Cañada,CA

Summary

Versatile Project Manager with 30+ years of experience leading complex, deadline-driven projects in both union and non-union environments across the U.S. Known for managing large-scale budgets and schedules with precision, fostering safety-first cultures, and coordinating diverse teams across multiple locations. Extensive experience in environments requiring exceptional attention to detail, premium-quality finishes, and stakeholder collaboration. Strong background in team development, logistics, and high-profile site management with a consistent record of delivering results under pressure. Senior project manager bringing highly credible technical leadership to direct multi-functional project teams engaged in full system development and implementation in high tech environments. Experienced overseeing diverse teams of developers, analysts and quality professionals engaged in complex projects. Solid understanding of project management tools. Project management professional and certified in agile methodology.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Unit Production Manager –Film & TV Freelance

Various Productions
, Nationwide
01.1994 - Current
  • Oversaw logistics, budgeting, and scheduling for major film/TV productions including urban and suburban projects across the U.S., often in occupied spaces and active neighborhoods.
  • Managed union and non-union crews ranging from 50 to 200+ members, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and safety regulations.
  • Regularly traveled for remote location shoots while maintaining base operations and crew development at home office.
  • Delivered high-end visual environments that demanded meticulous attention to finishes, lighting, and architectural detail under fast-paced, shifting timelines.
  • Acted as key liaison between creative vision and physical execution—similar to managing client expectations in luxury retail or hospitality projects.

Lead Project Manager – Estate & Venue Renovations (Concurrent)

Private Estates & Commercial Properties
Los Angeles, CA
01.2010 - Current
  • Directed multi-million dollar estate upgrades and commercial space remodels, including custom finish work, landscape coordination, and AV/lighting systems integration.
  • Hired and trained cross-functional contractors; enforced safety protocols and ADA compliance across job sites.
  • Oversaw construction timelines from ground-up builds to intricate renovations in live-in, high-profile residential environments.
  • Maintained direct communication with owners, vendors, architects, and designers to deliver on strict aesthetic and performance requirements.

Project Manager

Hot Topic
City Of Industry, CA
02.2013 - 03.2014
  • Monitored project progress to ensure timely delivery of deliverables meeting quality standards.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to align with company objectives and budget constraints.
  • Created processes that facilitated successful project completion.
  • Maintained comprehensive records for all project-related documents, including specifications and invoices.
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets to guide overall execution.
  • Implemented effective change management processes to adapt project scope and costs as necessary.

Education

Bachelor of FineArts - Communications & Media

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS

Skills

  • Union and non-union site management
  • Budgeting Managment and scheduling
  • Safety protocols and compliance
  • Vendor and contractor coordination
  • Multi-site oversight
  • Team leadership and training
  • Adobe Acrobat proficiency
  • Microsoft Office
  • Project management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Logistics coordination

Additional Information

Willing to travel as needed; flexible for extended project-based assignments, Valid driver’s license, fully mobile, OSHA safety training (available to complete if required), Private Pilot, Single Engine Land, PADI Scuba Diver

Timeline

Project Manager

Hot Topic
02.2013 - 03.2014

Lead Project Manager – Estate & Venue Renovations (Concurrent)

Private Estates & Commercial Properties
01.2010 - Current

Unit Production Manager –Film & TV Freelance

Various Productions
01.1994 - Current

Bachelor of FineArts - Communications & Media

University of Mississippi

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