Daniel Kerschen
Houston
Summary
Accomplished professional with a proven track record seeking a position in a forward-thinking organization that values growth and rewards results. Strategic mindset and results-oriented approach prioritize driving bottom-line success in every project. Excited to join a company offering ample room for professional development and advancement, where expertise can continue to contribute and make a meaningful impact. Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in various industries, honing leadership abilities and becoming an expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Commitment lies in streamlining procedures and optimizing employee talent to ensure efficiency and success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Manager
Synergy Wireless Solutions
07.2024 - Current
- Increased market share by identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends.
- Streamlined internal processes, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Built brand awareness in local market and increased penetration with proactive strategies.
- Networked in market to build partnerships and connections with prospects.
- Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
- Evaluated vendor partnerships regularly, negotiating optimal contracts terms for continued cost savings.
Market Manager
A&M Communications, and True North Management Services
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and managed the entire wireless network for large-scale enterprise customers
- Implemented new technologies and processes to improve network performance, reliability, and efficiency
- Optimized the wireless network and trouble shot any performance issues
- Monitored and maintained system performance, ensuring customer satisfaction and peak performance
- Managed and led teams for projects and initiatives
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for wireless networks
Deployment Project Manager
Teleworld Solutions
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Worked on Samsung Project, Bill of Material creation, plan, budget, oversee, schedule, track, and document all aspects of assigned project(s)
- Establish project scope and customize project plans
- Work closely with upper management to ensure the scope of each project is on schedule
- Monitor project progress, identify issues in advance, and initiate appropriate escalations
- Identify and determine scope of work related to3rd party needs
- Interact and communicate with all stakeholders from different lines of business
- Perform updates with executive leadership and escalate any issues that will impact cost, schedule, or budget
Project Manager
SAC wireless Sr.
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversee projects and project managers in the Southwest region
- Responsible for construction teams for installation of sites and modification of existing sites
- Prioritize work schedule, manage resources, manage reporting
- Project forecasting, managing timelines from development to construction
- Manage equipment ordering
- Prioritize projects and coordinate scheduling with other teams
- Ensure site completion on budget and forecasted due dates
- Conduct weekly site construction and team deployment meetings
- Address all other site issues
- Manage general contractors and vendors and ensure they hold to their contracts
- Communicate and work in teams on a regular basis at multiple levels
- Clearly state goals and provide direction concerning site milestone progress
Project Director
Nokia
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Worked with management in employee recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and motivation activities
- Ensured that project was delivered within timelines and budget
- Monitored project progress and addressed any delay problems
- Developed best practices to improve project efficiency
- Ensured that project met quality standards and client expectations
- Responded to client inquiries and maintained good client relationship
Sr. Project Manager
Nokia
04.2007 - 02.2017
- Oversee projects and project managers in the Southwest region
- Responsible for construction teams for installation of sites and modification of existing sites
- Prioritize work schedule, manage resources, manage reporting
- Project forecasting, managing timelines from development to construction
- Manage equipment ordering
- Prioritize projects and coordinate scheduling with other teams
- Ensure site completion on budget and forecasted due dates
- Conduct weekly site construction and team deployment meetings
- Address all other site issues
- Manage general contractors and vendors and ensure they hold to their contracts
- Communicate and work in teams on a regular basis at multiple levels
- Clearly state goals and provide direction concerning site milestone progress
Project Manager
Nokia
02.2005 - 04.2007
- Responsible for executing the project according to agreed scope and contractual commitment while maintaining the project budget
- Responsible for preparing, planning, executing, and closing the project
- Day-to-Day operations of the project scope
- Planning, monitoring, and reporting, i.e
- Project schedules, progress, costs, and resources
- Implementation of services and equipment for final acceptance
- Ensuring that all project targets are met i.e
- Quality, cost, and customer satisfaction
- Lead and monitor the project team including partner and subcontractors, so project deliverables are on time and on budget
- Manage project profitability, by monitoring work-in-progress and accrued receivables
- By managing on-time delivery and closeout documents to the customer within the agreed lead times
Field Manager
Nokia
12.2000 - 02.2005
- Responsible for Nokia equipment deployment in the network roll-out
- This includes managing partners and contractors through the installation and commissioning aspects of the MSC, BSC, TCSM and BTS hardware and software in a timely manner and the integration of the elements into the operating network
- Ensuring that the functionality of the network elements complies with Nokia design specifications, the appropriate test and acceptance records are generated, and that the quality of workmanship meets both company and industry standards
Installation Supervisor
Nokia
03.1997 - 12.2000
- Maintain installation schedule, for Nokia BTS equipment,2nd gen
- Cabinet, citilink, ultrasite, and Nokia switching equipment, MSC, Transcoder and BSC's
- Managed antenna and coax installation crews
- Performed on site training and quality audits and support partner groups to ensure a quality product in a timely manner to the customer
Installation Supervisor
Wilkens Group
11.1996 - 03.1997
- Maintain installation schedule, for Nokia BTS equipment,2nd gen
- Cabinet, citilink, ultrasite
- Managed antenna and coax installation crews
- Performed on site training and quality audits and support partner groups to ensure a quality product in a timely manner to the customer
Installation Supervisor
Tele-Tech
08.1996 - 11.1996
- Maintain installation schedule, for Nokia BTS equipment,2nd gen
- Cabinet, citilink, ultrasite
- Managed antenna and coax installation crews
- Performed on site training and quality audits and support to partner groups to ensure a quality product in a timely manner to the customer
Education
High School Diploma -
Dighton High School
Dighton, KS05-1992
Skills
- New product launch
- Client relations
- Sales operations
- CRM management
- Strategic planning
- Key account management
- Pricing strategy
- Schedule coordination
- Supply chain coordination
- Performance reporting
- Partnership management
- Customer service
- Operations management
Summary of Experience
20 plus years progressive experience and growth within the wireless industry primarily focused on network implementation and tower site deployment. Various roles include Project Management, Field Manager, and Installation Supervisor. Industries include Cellular/PCS and Location based systems. Expertise include5G, GSM, and UMTS.
Timeline
Market Manager
Synergy Wireless Solutions
07.2024 - Current
Market Manager
A&M Communications, and True North Management Services
07.2021 - Current
Deployment Project Manager
Teleworld Solutions
01.2021 - 07.2021
Project Manager
SAC wireless Sr.
02.2020 - 01.2021
Project Director
Nokia
02.2017 - 02.2020
Sr. Project Manager
Nokia
04.2007 - 02.2017
Project Manager
Nokia
02.2005 - 04.2007
Field Manager
Nokia
12.2000 - 02.2005
Installation Supervisor
Nokia
03.1997 - 12.2000
Installation Supervisor
Wilkens Group
11.1996 - 03.1997
Installation Supervisor
Tele-Tech
08.1996 - 11.1996
High School Diploma -
Dighton High School
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