Christopher Kremps
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering telecom, low-voltage, AV, and security infrastructure projects. Proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar portfolios, drive cost recovery, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Power Design Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Managed portfolio of 7 active projects across Texas and Colorado totaling ~$10M, overseeing full lifecycle delivery of telecom, AV, security, and access control systems to ensure timely and quality execution.
- Drove project performance through budget management, RFP tracking, and cost recovery strategies, ensuring alignment with schedule and quality standards.
- Lead coordination between internal teams (OPS, TSD, VDC, Procurement, COE) and external stakeholders (GCs, vendors, AHJs) to align design, construction, and execution.
- Manage procurement of long-lead materials and negotiate vendor pricing to mitigate supply chain risks.
- Oversee subcontractor performance, field execution, and installation quality.
- Coordinated shop drawings, submittals, and permit packages to align with IFC drawings and project changes, facilitating smooth project progression.
- Conduct client meetings, provide progress updates, and resolve project issues.
Jr. Project Manager
Smart Communications
Seminole, FL
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Promoted from Installation Technician to Project Manager based on performance.
- Managed vendor selection, procurement, and project cost estimates.
- Maintained strong communication with leadership and clients to ensure accurate cost and timeline projections.
- Coordinated nationwide scheduling of technicians for installations and service work.
- Conducted site walks and developed drawings for high- and low-voltage infrastructure (Cat6e cabling).
- Built and deployed network systems including PoE equipment, switches, firewalls, and media servers.
Managing Director | Construction Manager
Hi-Tech Wireless Communications, LLC
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Directed project lifecycle from bidding to execution and closeout, ensuring alignment with client goals.
- Evaluated job costs, logistics, and timelines to secure and deliver projects within budget and on schedule.
- Managed company operations, overseeing bookkeeping, payroll, insurance, and invoicing for streamlined processes.
- Led project integration and ensured compliance with customer expectations and standards.
- Delivered projects for major carriers including Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
Foreman
J. Crompton Electric
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Led crews in telecom system installation, maintenance, and testing.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and conducted routine equipment inspections.
- Managed documentation including closeout packages, testing results, and site records.
- Directed installation of antennas, fiber optics, coaxial systems, and electrical components.
Construction Manager
Hitson Land and Timber Management
Daytona, FL
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Maintained structural integrity of telecom towers and foundations.
- Installed aviation lighting systems to ensure air traffic safety compliance.
- Secured new project opportunities and managed pricing for contracts.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Building Technology
Hans Boeckler University
Berlin, GermanyConstruction Project Management Certificate (CMP) -
Columbia University
Skills
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- Autodesk
- Oracle
- Pype
- Fieldwire
- Excel
- Outlook
- ChangeOrder Pro
- Budget management
Certification
- OSHA 10 & OSHA 30
- First Aid / CPR / AED
- RF Awareness
- Anritsu Sweep & Line Testing
- Kealus PIM Testing
- ADRF & Fiber DAS Certifications
- Welding Certifications (MIG, ARC)
Languages
- English, Fluent
- German, Fluent
Project List
Project Highlights
98 Red River St. (Waller Creek)– Austin, TX (Mixed-Use Development)
• Managed full low-voltage scope, including access control, CCTV, AV, and system
integrations.
• Coordinated integration across SALTO, Siemens SiPass, Lutron Athena (BACnet),
and OTIS elevator systems.
• Led access control permitting with the City of Austin, resolving AHJ comments and
expediting approvals • Managed RFP pipeline exceeding $160K+, improving cost recovery and stabilizing
project budget.
• Developed budget strategies leveraging contingency to offset negative variance
• Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to align evolving plan revisions with the field
execution.
Aspire A&M II – College Station, TX (Student Housing)
• Managed installation of 1,300+ data terminations, IDF/MDF buildouts, AV systems,
and Dormakaba access control.
• Led procurement and vendor negotiations for SALTO lock systems, mitigating long
lead delays
• Coordinated partial shipments and vendor credits to maintain the installation schedule
• Identified and captured scope growth through RFPs (IDF expansions, racks,
infrastructure increases)
• Managed AV scope, including LED video walls, fitness displays, and system
integration.
• Prevented schedule delays through early procurement and proactive planning
Key Achievements
• Successfully managing a $10M portfolio across 7 concurrent projects
• Improved financial performance through proactive RFP tracking and cost recovery
strategies.
• Reduced rework by aligning design, procurement, and field operations early
• Mitigated supply chain disruptions through strategic procurement and vendor management coordination.
Timeline
Project Manager
Power Design Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Jr. Project Manager
Smart Communications
01.2018 - 01.2022
Managing Director | Construction Manager
Hi-Tech Wireless Communications, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2021
Foreman
J. Crompton Electric
01.2015 - 01.2017
Construction Manager
Hitson Land and Timber Management
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Building Technology
Hans Boeckler University
Construction Project Management Certificate (CMP) -
Columbia University