Dennis Ward
Building Contractor/Computer Appl. Developer
Antioch,CA
Summary
I have a strong Computer background in Project Management and Application Development. I have managed many large development teams in the creation of very complicated systems. This has also created a strong ability to work with and manage people.
I also have been a General Building Contractor who has been involved in all aspects of building residential home projects. I have been actively involved in the Design, Building, Financing and Sales of these projects. I have completed approximately 50+ complete projects over the past 30 years
Home Development and Construction has been my first Love for all of the many years that I have worked. It is a field that I am sure that I could still contribute to today.
The dates associated with this resume are only correct in a broad sense. I have not kept adequate records over the employment history of the past. I am not showing the dates to mislead anyone,but are showing them to give a broad sense of the chronolgy of my employment history.
Overview
60
60
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Mail Sales
Ward Enterprises
Discovery Bay
01.1981 - Current
- Integrated direct mail into cross-channel campaigns.
- Built and maintained excellent working relationships with vendors, partners and internal teams.
- Communicated with vendors and industry service providers to drive strict regulatory compliance of marketing campaigns.
- Designed and communicated direct mail campaign plans.
- Built and deployed strategic approaches in marketing and branding to enhance product sales.
- Planned and prepared advertising and promotional material to increase sales of products or services and work with customers, company officials and advertising agencies.
General Housing Contractor
Ward Construction
Discovery Bay, CA
01.1974 - 01.2012
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
Computer Development Consultant
Ward Enterprises
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
01.1981 - 01.1991
- Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones.
- Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities, and processes for business team and data management organization.
- Created brochures, invitations, cards and other event and marketing materials.
- Monitored resource allocation, budget development and personnel recruitment for multiple [Type] projects.
- Led team of [Number] developers in analysis and rebuild of software from conception through implementation.
- Managed [Number] individual projects simultaneously for product lifecycle development.
- Generated accounting and financial reports, charts and forecasts.
Systems Development Manager
Lucky Stores Corporate
Dublin, CA
01.1975 - 01.1978
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support network operations.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Programmer, System Analyst
Blue Cross And Blue Shield/ Calif Lung Assoc
San Francisco, CA
06.1963 - 01.1971
- Developed web applications for deployment on platforms and sites.
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts, and team activities.
- Coached interns and new employees to boost departmental efficiency.
- Developed diagrams to describe and lay out logical operational steps.
- Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Hill High
Pleasant Hill, CA 09.1958 - 06.1962
No Degree - Real Estate
Chabot College
Hayward, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Customer engagement
undefinedI am an very active Senior with many varied interests.
My many interests are Fishing, Tennis, and PickleBall.
I was for many years an avid golfer and boater, but not so much anymore.
I also am a very active and social traveler.
I frequently attend live performances, including vocal and the theater.
Timeline
No Degree - Real Estate
Chabot College
05.2001 -
Direct Mail Sales
Ward Enterprises
01.1981 - Current
Computer Development Consultant
Ward Enterprises
01.1981 - 01.1991
Systems Development Manager
Lucky Stores Corporate
01.1975 - 01.1978
General Housing Contractor
Ward Construction
01.1974 - 01.2012
Programmer, System Analyst
Blue Cross And Blue Shield/ Calif Lung Assoc
06.1963 - 01.1971
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Hill High
09.1958 - 06.1962
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