David Thomson
Calgary ,AB
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness Studio Owner
Rumble Boxing
08.2023 - Current
- Recruited trained, and managed staff members to ensure top-quality service delivery across all areas of the business.
- Utilized social media platforms effectively for increased brand awareness and visibility among potential clients online communities.
- Managed daily operations for a seamless client experience, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
- Cultivated partnerships with other businesses in the area for cross-promotional opportunities that benefited both parties involved.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Project Specialist
Rogers Communications
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality output.
- Established clear lines of communication between all parties involved in projects, preventing misunderstandings or miscommunications from jeopardizing outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation of project progress, facilitating smooth handovers and seamless transitions between phases.
- Developed and implemented project plans, resulting in successful project execution.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms for the organization while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
- Implemented change management initiatives that minimized disruptions during periods of organizational transition or restructuring.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
Construction Project Manager
Westower Communications
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Held General Manager role after the manager retired
- Handled budgets over 1 million dollars
Field Ariel Technician
Westower Communications
01.2014 - 04.2018
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Built cell phone infrastructure guyed tower, self supports, Monopoles
Military Engineer
HM Forces
02.2008 - 09.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Deployments around the globe where needed
Education
Project Management Diploma - Project Management
Southern Alberta Institute Of Technology
Calgary 03.2019
No Degree - Military Technologies
Royal School Military Engineering
United Kingdom 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Mainholm Academy
Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland 09.2003
Skills
- Business Management
- Small business operations
- Project estimating
- Operations Management
- Project Management
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Timeline
Fitness Studio Owner
Rumble Boxing
08.2023 - Current
Project Specialist
Rogers Communications
11.2021 - 08.2023
Construction Project Manager
Westower Communications
04.2018 - 11.2021
Field Ariel Technician
Westower Communications
01.2014 - 04.2018
Military Engineer
HM Forces
02.2008 - 09.2013
Project Management Diploma - Project Management
Southern Alberta Institute Of Technology
No Degree - Military Technologies
Royal School Military Engineering
High School Diploma -
Mainholm Academy