DAVE R. AKINS
Project Manager
Memphis,TN
Summary
Project management and safety professional with 15+ years of experience. Executes telecommunications and fiber optics projects in partnership with contractors and key personnel with strong understanding of construction documents, compliance standards, local and state regulations. Committed to high performance management, plan development, and leadership. Offers extensive experience in all phases of construction, splicing, maintenance, and permitting. Proficient employee management skills, leading teams to exceed revenue and profit goals, and delivering projects on time and under budget.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER
ADB Companies
04.2020 - Current
- Oversee daily fiber splicing operations of contractors, staff of ADB personnel and PM staff to execute on time site delivery 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 a $24MM project.
- Team building with a strong work ethic, the aptitude and drive for success in fast pace, high demand markets throughout TN and surrounding areas.
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.
- Develop a culture of success, continuous improvement, goal-setting, achievement and implementation.
- Build and design websites, social media pages and online marketing presence to suit the needs of various companies.
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.
CEO & PARTNER
Akins Emergency Lighting
02.2012 - 01.2019
- Identified market need and grew company to $150k in revenue, supplying safety equipment to 200 agencies
- Earned corporate sponsorship and direct supplier relationship with Governor’s Office of Highway Safety ($60K).
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
Education
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE -
Keiser Career Institute
Lake Worth, FLSkills
- Budget Management
- Daily Operations & Maintenance
- Large Project Management
- Quality Standards
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Streamlining Operations
- Team Building
- Strategic Planning of Fiber Operations
- Customer Relations
- Construction & Splicing Management
Volunteering
09/2015 – 01/2022
Paulding Co
Board Member
Paulding Public Safety Appreciation Inc
- Paulding Public Safety Appreciation, Inc. (PPSA) is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization that was created to help public safety employees when in times of need. The assistance from the PPSA is used to help with tangible expenses like medical bills, utility bills, mortgage payments, grocery bills, home repairs, and hospice or funeral expenses.
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER
ADB Companies
04.2020 - Current
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
CEO & PARTNER
Akins Emergency Lighting
02.2012 - 01.2019
CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY REVIEW BOARD CHAIRMAN
Cobb County Department of Transportation
01.2006 - 12.2015
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE -
Keiser Career Institute