DAVE AKINS
Springboro,OH
Summary
Project management with 12+ years of experience. Executes telecommunications projects in partnership with contractors and key personnel with strong understanding client relations with a commitment for partnership and development.
Committed to high performance management and leadership. Offers experience in all phases of fiber construction, splicing and maintenance. Proficient employee management skills, leading teams to exceed while delivering projects on time with quality results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
ADB Companies
11.2024 - Current
- Account expansion of additional site conversions within the first year through service excellence to show customer growth of 525%
- Growth of Ohio region from the Cincinnati and Akron markets to cover statewide.
- Oversee various networks, energy and city customers throughout the region to provide new build and maintenance solutions.
PROJECT MANAGER
ADB Companies
04.2020 - 11.2024
- Oversee daily fiber splicing operations of contractors, PM staff and ADB personnel to execute on time site deliveries of projects in excess of 5,000 miles of new build and legacy networks.
- Manage multiple markets, including maintenance contracts, while creating competitive bids, project plans and forecasting to meet crucial deadlines within $24MM+ project.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion throughout TN and surrounding states.
President / Consulting & Business Development
Akins Holdings LLC
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Provide consulting services to implement structure by adding policies, standards, and both new hire training and cross training for current employee roles.
- Consulted to assist businesses develop a culture of success, continuous improvement, goal-setting, achievement and implementation.
- Provide project management services and project kick off services as requested.
GENERAL MANAGER & SAFETY DIRECTOR
Telecom Fiber
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed daily operations of 6 personnel and executed 730+ projects for $4.2M in sales and 71% sales growth
- Improved structure by adding policies, standards, and training, hiring new employees for turnkey capabilities.
- Directing of hiring, assignments, staff training, motivation and termination of personnel.
Sr Project Manager
Telecom Fiber
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Executed 150 projects, generating $1M in sales and improved department growth by 20% +.
PROJECT MANAGER
Zayo Group Holdings
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Co-managed 20+ personnel and capital budget of $5M for 240 projects, completing 96% ahead of schedule
- Facilitated daily status calls with customers and coordinated with field workers and inspectors to meet goals.
CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY REVIEW BOARD CHAIRMAN
Cobb County Department of Transportation
01.2006 - 12.2015
- Oversaw construction and safety for 500+ projects up to 100+ miles; collaborated with 100+ personnel
- Reviewed and analyzed system functions and operations, streamlining processes and improving response times
- Chaired safety items for 480 person department with 7 Board Members, reviewing new safety standards, revisions, and policies; partnered directly with County Risk Management Department for 3K+ employees
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Client Retention
- Partnership Development
- Expansion through Excellence
- Large Project Management
- OSP & Splicing Management
Accomplishments
Akins Emergency Lighting
Dallas, Georgia
2/2012 - 1/2019
Public Safety Equipment
Supported and Recognized by Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety
Product Branded throughout the United States
Timeline
Project Manager
ADB Companies
11.2024 - Current
PROJECT MANAGER
ADB Companies
04.2020 - 11.2024
President / Consulting & Business Development
Akins Holdings LLC
05.2019 - 03.2023
GENERAL MANAGER & SAFETY DIRECTOR
Telecom Fiber
06.2017 - 05.2019
Sr Project Manager
Telecom Fiber
10.2016 - 07.2017
PROJECT MANAGER
Zayo Group Holdings
01.2016 - 10.2016
CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY REVIEW BOARD CHAIRMAN
Cobb County Department of Transportation
01.2006 - 12.2015