BRYAN THOMPSON
HEATH,TX
Summary
Accomplished leader with proven expertise in operational integration, partnership development and revenue generation. Effectively oversee KPIs and internal control structures to stay on top of operational trends and implement proactive corrective actions. Goal-driven, adaptable and resourceful in addressing changing conditions. Drive efficient, service-oriented operations to support organizational growth and development. Collaborative and forward-thinking with excellent policy implementation, strategic planning and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in engaging stakeholders to build consensus and promote needed change.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Viva Railings
Lewisville, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Provide strategic planning and execution with a focus on operational excellence and process improvements.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies across all areas of operations.
- Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to operational activities.
- Implement best practices to strengthen internal systems and spearhead proactive change.
- Create business process flows to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Boost company profits by optimizing performance strategies and increasing efficiency.
- Hire and manage employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocol.
- Monitor key performance indicators to ensure that established objectives are being met or exceeded.
- Develop and deepen relationships with functional leadership to interconnect revenue generation initiatives with day-to-day operations.
- Organize meetings between senior management personnel to discuss operational strategies and objectives.
- Research underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions.
Senior Project Manager/Project Director
Manhattan Construction
Dallas, TX
12.2017 - 04.2023
- Responsible for developing and implementing a plan to deliver the required project and services in the most effective and efficient manner possible, with the support of the project team and input from external stakeholders
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
- Established best practices for managing complex projects successfully.
- Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
- Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
- Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
- Enhanced development and drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong program leadership.
- Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
- Monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections.
- Implemented change management processes when issues arose to keep project moving forward and adjust to shifted priorities.
- Evaluated, determined and delegated tasks to staff based on client needs, capacity planning and project-specific initiatives.
- Conducted regular meetings to review progress, address any potential risks or issues, and assess team performance.
- Increased project efficiency by guiding and leading employees on proper practices.
Senior Project Manager
ARCH-CON Construction
Dallas, TX
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Responsible for heading up the project management division for the newly established satellite office in Dallas.
- Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
- Spearheaded key projects, resulting in high customer satisfaction and increased business revenues.
- Visited locations to observe operations and determine opportunities to streamline processes and achieve cost reductions.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
Project Manager
EMJ Construction
Irving, TX
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Project manager that oversaw several construction projects in El Paso, TX valued at $34 million, and an Outlet Mall in Laredo TX valued at $65 million.
Project Manager
Burke Construction Group
Las Vegas, NV
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Project manager responsible for construction of projects in Williston, ND, Seattle, WA and Las Vegas, NV that ranged from $3 million to $23 million.
Project Manager
Frisco Independent School District
Frisco, TX
04.2009 - 06.2013
- Oversee school district construction projects that range from $10 million to $75 million ensuring that the district gets the most for their bond funds
- Provide expertise and knowledge of project management to FISD construction managers for all construction projects.
Project Manager
Turner Construction Company
Las Vegas, NV
08.2005 - 11.2008
- Directed project operations for the Las Vegas business unit of a multi-national construction company with global revenues of $7.8 billion
- Managed completion of multiple construction projects valued in excess of $100 million annually
- Provided leadership and supervision for staff of up to 48 personnel
- Profit margins were met for all projects and exceeded on average by 8%
- Achieved timely completion of all projects while meeting strict timelines.
International Project Manager
Nortel Networks
Richardson, TX
06.2000 - 05.2003
- Managed resources, progress, milestones, and budget in order to maintain critical path for successful completion of projects
- Complete roll-out of Telecom from Installation to ON-AIR of Cell Sites.
Senior Intelligence Analyst, Staff Sergeant (E-6)
United States Army
Worldwide
11.1988 - 06.2000
Education
B.S. in Architecture -
University of Texas at Arlington
Skills
- Process Improvements
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Safety Management
- Performance Analysis
- Operations Management
- Project Scheduling
- Customer Relations
- Scope Management
- Processes and Procedures
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Construction Management
- Staff Training and Mentoring
Certification
- LEED AP
- Project Management Professional
- Member OSHA 30
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Viva Railings
04.2023 - Current
Senior Project Manager/Project Director
Manhattan Construction
12.2017 - 04.2023
Senior Project Manager
ARCH-CON Construction
06.2016 - 10.2017
Project Manager
EMJ Construction
02.2015 - 06.2016
Project Manager
Burke Construction Group
06.2013 - 02.2015
Project Manager
Frisco Independent School District
04.2009 - 06.2013
Project Manager
Turner Construction Company
08.2005 - 11.2008
International Project Manager
Nortel Networks
06.2000 - 05.2003
Senior Intelligence Analyst, Staff Sergeant (E-6)
United States Army
11.1988 - 06.2000
B.S. in Architecture -
University of Texas at Arlington
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