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Charles Chandler

Wichita,KS

Summary

Strategically minded, results oriented, innovative leader with a passion for technology, and focus on project management to ensure business success. Highly organized and detail-oriented Facility Manager bringing 10 years of experience in providing leadership to cross-functional and Executive teams. Offering a proven aptitude for proactive issue resolution and enforcement of safe practices among personnel.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Project Manager

Intrust Bank
01.2021 - Current
  • Key person on custom construction remodel projects
  • Responsible for overseeing vendors or personally completing necessary remodel tasks
  • Responsible for special welding projects
  • Responsible for ensuring the best possible experience with our vendors and staff
  • Responsible for providing constant attention to all potential safety concerns
  • Responsible for working on integration of AI into the work place.
  • Streamlined facilities operations by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Increased cost savings for facility projects through diligent budget monitoring and resource allocation.

Facilities Performance Group

Conco Construction
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Key person working on small construction remodel projects
  • Lead and implementer on the LED conversions for business
  • Responsible for ensuring the best possible experience with our FPG contracts
  • Responsible for developing systems to guarantee constant monitoring of critical areas
  • Responsible for overseeing vendors or personally completing necessary repairs and maintenance as needed
  • Responsible for providing constant attention to all potential safety concerns, ensuring emergency systems are operational through regular inspections and review of vendor maintenance contracts
  • Responsible for roof patching and maintenance
  • Responsible for special welding projects for FPG
  • Key contact person for Foley, Hatchett, Intrust Bank, and Martens Co
  • Key person in the manufacturing of custom PPE in the form of plexi glass.

Operations and Facilities Manager

Warren Theatres
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Key person with design and on site management team for the 64 million dollar Broken Arrow theatre
  • Responsible for fire control system supervision in Broken Arrow
  • On site Manager for the 4-million-dollar Warren 21 Project
  • Lead and implementer on the LED conversions for 6 Warren Theatres
  • 2011 consulted on the Warren IMAX out west which lead to a job offer and my current position
  • Responsible for ensuring the best possible entertainment experience available to all theatre guests
  • Responsible for developing systems to guarantee constant monitoring of critical areas in theatres
  • Through onsite video surveillance systems
  • Responsible for overseeing vendors or personally completing necessary repairs and maintenance as needed
  • Responsible for providing constant attention to all potential safety concerns, ensuring theatre emergency systems are operational through regular inspections and review of vendor maintenance contracts
  • Responsible for reviewing, planning, purchasing and installation of all new lighting design and sound engineering equipment throughout all Warren Theatre properties
  • Responsible for technical innovation projects throughout Warren theatre properties
  • Responsible for special welding projects throughout Warren Theatre properties
  • Primary THX certification contact and onsite assistant.

Technology Manager

INTRUST Bank Arena
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Key player in opening of new $230 million arena with lighting design, sound engineering, and production systems expertly installed for music, athletic, and other events
  • Responsible for all day to day technical operations to guarantee optimal experience for artists, athletes, and all event attendees
  • Responsible for hiring and managing full time technology team and third party vendors
  • Managed sporting events team of 15 additional employees
  • Managed contracts with customers, promoters, and vendors to ensure all deliverables were met for all arena events
  • Trained internal staff, Union workers, and third party vendors on video production, fall arrest system maintenance, and graphic implementation
  • Responsible for operation and maintenance of $3.4 million in professional LED, video, and audio equipment
  • Responsible for overseeing all setup and tear down of arena events to ensure facility and equipment is properly maintained
  • Designed and implemented billing system for employees and vendors.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business Management

Full Sail University

Associate of Science - Show Production and Touring

Full Sail University

Skills

  • Asset Management
  • Project Scheduling
  • Construction Management
  • Energy Management
  • Client Relations
  • Vendor Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem Solving
  • Service Contracts Management

Projects

Designed Lighting for two Warren Theatres Designed lighting, engineered sound system, and completed installation for several luxury home theatres Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office Suite Familiar with basic HTML Certified Genie lift operator Welder

Timeline

Facilities Project Manager

Intrust Bank
01.2021 - Current

Facilities Performance Group

Conco Construction
01.2018 - 01.2021

Operations and Facilities Manager

Warren Theatres
01.2012 - 01.2018

Technology Manager

INTRUST Bank Arena
01.2009 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business Management

Full Sail University

Associate of Science - Show Production and Touring

Full Sail University
Charles Chandler