David Johnston
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 10 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
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Project Manager, Senior
American Electric Power, AEP
10.2018 - Current
- Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines and milestones.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Led and managed staff of 80+ team members engaged in administering complex IT infrastructure.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
Communications Manager
Ohio Army National Guard
10.2016 - Current
- Planned, supervised, and integrated the installation, operation, and maintenance of Combat Net Radio (CNR), to include radio, wire and battlefield automated systems
- Planned and provided unit level training for automation and communications systems and Signal support equipment
- Planned, supervised and executed unit level maintenance programs for user owned and operated signal equipment, managed automation setup, accountability, distribution and troubleshooting of information systems.
IT Project Manager
Nationwide
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Managed DR work in coordination with Risk Management/ Continuity Management to ensure DR efforts for enterprise applications are certified and in compliance.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Liaison between Business Applications development areas and Infrastructure Engineering teams on problem resolution and customer support.
- Engaged in internal and external resource management, budgeting and cost containment.
Project Scrum Master
Nationwide
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Applied agile methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins.
- Created and implemented contingency plans to address potential risks.
- Streamlined and optimized workflow and communication by implementing Agile frameworks.
- Assessed and analyzed customer requirements to develop effective IT project plans.
- Generated reports for IT project progress and performance.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete IT projects.
IT Project Lead
Cardinal Health
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Successfully managed and completed the Global Security Projects within budget of $1.12M
- Successfully implemented and deployed Lenel in 27 different facilities; total of 707 data drops, build, configured and deployed 17 HP switches, build, configured and racked 18 HP servers, build and deployed 31 workstations
- Indirectly led and managed a total of 74 resources across 27 facilities
- Saved Cardinal Health ~$65,000 by selectively bidding out sites with multiple Vendors.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
IT Project Manager, PMO
Cardinal Health
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines and milestones.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Designed, documented and executed system upgrades and patch management using update manager.
- Led and managed staff of 15 team members engaged in administering complex IT infrastructure.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Project Analyst
Cardinal Health
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Devised standardized project management documentation to streamline future management of repetitive projects.
- Provided reports on aspects of ongoing projects such as interdepartmental synergy, redundancy, production bottlenecking and more.
- Created in-depth reports regarding important project data that was distributed to client on weekly basis.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
10.2002 - 10.2014
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Typical duties of this MOS include the installation of telephones and switchboards, and laying wire and cable.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Trained, supervised and organized 20 Marines.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration, Project Management
American Intercontinental University
Schaumburg, IL12.2012
Skills
- Agile Principles
- Cost Control
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Infrastructure Projects
- Leadership Competency
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Project
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Project Plan Development
- Project Goals and Milestones
- Material and Labor Scheduling
Accomplishments
- Ability to manage and deliver complex projects, on-time, on-budget, with full engagement across wide spectrum of technology and business personnel
- Built project plans, identified milestones, and managed other project activities across multiple sites, applications, and technologies
- Built and maintained project progress reporting for all levels of management.
Board Committee for Resurrecting Lives Foundation - Financial Controller
RESURRECT A HERO, STRENGTHEN A NATION
Resurrecting Lives Foundation advocates for veterans with Traumatic Brain Inquiries (TBI) within their local communities, assisting their local hospitals and clinics to provide services and support to families and friends who are helping these young men and women move forward.
We actively partner with other established 501(c)(3) organizations to coordinate programs and resources such as providing job training, career opportunities and other services to TBI veterans following their treatment and during their ongoing recovery.
I was working at Cardinal Health at the time and was part of the veterans support group within Cardinal Health and was tasked out to setup a golf outing for Resurrecting Lives, and Cardinal Health was the main sponsor. After the first event, I saw the positive impact this foundation has on the community and what Dr. Gordon dedicated her life in helping men and woman move forward after a traumatic event.
Additional Information
I am focused to seek an opportunity to become a IT Manager (within Platform technologies or a specific application) to move the organization forward and to reach the organization's goals.
I have broad experience and knowledge across multiple platforms and applications.
Through optimization of current technologies or to look forward in future technologies to reduce cost within the organization by eliminating technology tools or applications.
Work Availability
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Quote
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John D. Rockefeller
Timeline
IT Project Manager, Senior
American Electric Power, AEP
10.2018 - Current
Project Scrum Master
Nationwide
08.2018 - 10.2018
IT Project Manager
Nationwide
06.2017 - 10.2018
Communications Manager
Ohio Army National Guard
10.2016 - Current
IT Project Lead
Cardinal Health
07.2014 - 09.2015
IT Project Manager, PMO
Cardinal Health
08.2013 - 06.2017
Project Analyst
Cardinal Health
08.2013 - 07.2014
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
10.2002 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration, Project Management
American Intercontinental University