Derek Cloud
El Paso,TX
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
ADB Companies
09.2021 - Current
- I was brought in to start up a Verizon CORE build in El Paso TX, the project was well maintained and built and as a result the customer awarded us 3 additional contracts (NED, MARC and MARE).
- While running El Paso my team and I chased new customers to diversify our market portfolio. Customers added to El Paso office under my leadership: AT&T ($7 Million), FLO Networks ($500K), Lumen ($3 Million), Bain Water Lines ($600K) and Zayo ($22 Million).
- Worked diligently with my team to maintain positive invoicing so our region would run cash positive on our operations.
- Starting the El Paso office in 2021 we had no employees or equipment and have grown to an office of roughly 18 employees and annual average Revenue of $20 Million and Margins of 25% to 30%.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Project Manager
Access Communications Group
01.2021 - 09.2021
- ACG brought me in to oversee several government projects due to my background in government contracting.
- Successfully helped them bid and win 5 additional large government contracts in my short time there.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Vice President
Trans-American Communications
06.2006 - 09.2020
- I started as a labor and worked my way up over the years, I leaned how to perform many different operations of the OSP construction business (Directional Drilling, Excavation, Aerial, Plowing, Fiber Splicing and Etc.)
- Once I became upper management TAC grew from an $800K a year business to a $7 Million a year business over a 5 year period, unfortunately closed during Covid.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TXSkills
- Project Planning
- Scope Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Project plan development
- Staff Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Budget Control
- Financial Administration
- Quality Control
Certification
- Certified Army CORP of Engineer Project Manager
- Certified OSHA 30
- Fiber Splicing and Testing Training
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
ADB Companies
09.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Access Communications Group
01.2021 - 09.2021
Vice President
Trans-American Communications
06.2006 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
The University of Texas At El Paso