Cory Clouse
Salina,KS
Summary
I really would like to get back to a company where I will make a difference.
Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.
Resourceful Project Manager with 20 + years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget, and financial management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager
Jeff Carlson Services
Salina, KS
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated activities of 16 technicians, encompassing fiber splicing and installation tasks, to optimize regional performance.
- Oversaw daily payroll scheduling and management of fleet operations. Coordinated project completion packages to streamline execution. Implemented effective scheduling to enhance operational efficiency.
- Directed regional operations, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and objectives.
- Implemented performance metrics to enhance team efficiency and service quality across multiple locations.
- Mentored and developed management teams, fostering leadership skills and operational excellence.
- Streamlined processes through innovative solutions, resulting in improved workflow and resource allocation.
Senior Project Manager
Lumen
Salina, KS-remote
06.2021 - 02.2023
- I was in charge of 8 different states, road moves, additions and coordinating projects from engineering to collecting when project finished. I worked on agreement between Lumen and various customers and cities.
- Facilitated collaboration among diverse teams to ensure successful delivery of intricate projects within established scope and budget parameters.
- Developed and implemented project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Mentored junior project managers, enhancing team capabilities and promoting best practices.
- Streamlined project workflows, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced timelines.
- Managed resource allocation effectively to optimize productivity across multiple projects.
- Responded effectively to project challenges by implementing resourceful solutions that upheld project goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Analyzed project outcomes through evaluations to identify improvement opportunities and establish corrective measures for future endeavors.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
Project Manager
BJacksonconstruction
03.2019 - 06.2021
- I was a project manager for BJackson Construction and engineering, working in the telecommunication division. As a project manager I over-see 5 to 8 different subcontractors, which is about 12 to 18 per contractor. 3 to 5 projects at a time. We construct all facets of a fiber to home or business project, including placing conduit and fiber, verifying a good running line, and staying within utilizes easements. I am able to run aerial and underground crews. Most of the work is Utopia. Idaho Falls Fiber, and other city owned fiber company’s.
- My job includes weekly production reports, assigning work, inspecting all work completed, and looking at redlines and as-builds to verify running lines and easements.
- As a project Manager I also am the QA/QC person for my given areas. I manage the budgets for my projects as well.
- My goal is to be a part of a team, and a company that's what's everyone to secede. I work extremely hard and take great pride in my work.
- Managed resource allocation to optimize workflow and reduce project delays.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project setbacks.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Project Manager
MOUNTIANLTD/UTAH
03.2018 - 03.2019
- As the Project Manager I oversaw all engineering and design for the Utah telecom sector.
- Our main customer was Centurylink-Lumen as well as Frontier , and Utopia.
- I had 6 fielding tech, and 16 designers , and 4 permitting personal. We did everything for our customers.
- Coordinated project schedules to ensure timely completion of construction milestones.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project setbacks.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Construction Manager
GOOGLE FIBER
03.2016 - 02.2018
- I was overseeing all the quality of the 32 miles backbone google was placing. I was in charge of all underground and aerial placement.
Construction Project Administrator
CENTURYLINK
03.1997 - 03.2016
- I issued all contracting work. Checked for quality installation, and completion. Reviewed all testing documents. Payed the contractor for completed work.
Education
High School Diploma -
BRYMAN AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOL
Murray, UT01-1991
Skills
I am a great leader, work extremely hard I know every aspect of the telecom industry From material to splicing, and testing, placing of structure and placing fiber, splicing and testing, city permitting, NEC regulations I worked for Centurylink for 17 years as a copper/fiber splicer I moved into management, and ran all subcontractors work and inspections
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Project tracking
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Document management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Project scope
- Contract management
Accomplishments
- Completed the Idaho Falls Fiber Project on time and $30.00 under budget.
Interests
I volunteer coach for girls softball This is something I enjoyed with my daughter, and I love to teach the young ladies this great game, I also enjoy restoring old cars I’m currently working on a 1923 T-Bucket
20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
ORDERING MATERIAL, COPPER SPLICING, FIBER SPLICING, TESTING, PRINT READING, ENGERERING.
Timeline
Regional Manager
Jeff Carlson Services
07.2023 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Lumen
06.2021 - 02.2023
Project Manager
BJacksonconstruction
03.2019 - 06.2021
Project Manager
MOUNTIANLTD/UTAH
03.2018 - 03.2019
Construction Manager
GOOGLE FIBER
03.2016 - 02.2018
Construction Project Administrator
CENTURYLINK
03.1997 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
BRYMAN AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOL