Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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DesJuan Barnes

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary

Management professional with 8+ years of experience in team leadership and project direction. Expertise in project management, budgeting, and process optimization, consistently delivering results in high-pressure environments. Recognized for strong leadership and effective communication, fostering collaboration with clients and stakeholders. Seeking to leverage skills in operations and strategic decision-making in a new management role outside of construction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Mitigation Manager

Emergency Response Team
Nashville, TN
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring projects were delivered within scope and on time.
  • Maintained detailed project documentation for compliance and accountability.
  • Built strong stakeholder relationships and provided regular updates to senior leadership.

Regional Mitigation Project Manager

Commercial Restoration Company
Murfreesboro, TN
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Managed large-scale mitigation projects from start to finish, including planning, budgeting, and execution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives were met.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and environmental standards.

Mitigation & Construction Project Manager

Watterson Solutions (formerly Cornerstone)
Murfreesboro, TN
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Directed commercial and multifamily projects, including repairs and remodeling.
  • Managed subcontractors, project budgets, material procurement, and vendor payments.
  • Ensured quality standards and project milestones were consistently met.

Mitigation Project Manager

Servpro of Southeast Nashville
Murfreesboro, TN
04.2021 - 10.2022
  • Coordinated project timelines, milestones, and resources.
  • Delegated tasks to team members and ensured cross-team communication.
  • Monitored quality standards and maintained project documentation.

Crew Lead / Emergency Response Coordinator

Blackmon Mooring/BMS CAT
Antioch, TN
10.2018 - 03.2021
  • Conducted site assessments, developed work scopes, and managed remediation projects.
  • Supervised technicians, controlled project costs, and maintained job documentation.
  • Coordinated catastrophe response, mobilizing immediate resources.

Crew Chief

Servpro of Rutherford County/Percy Priest
Murfreesboro, TN
11.2016 - 10.2018
  • Directed crews, maintained compliance with safety protocols, and ensured quality execution.
  • Handled customer communications and documentation for all projects.
  • Controlled project costs and managed equipment and material assets.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Kaplan Career Institute
Nashville, TN
09.2009

Skills

  • Project and program management
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Detail orientation
  • Schedule management
  • Professional demeanor
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership and team development
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Process improvement
  • Risk assessment and compliance
  • Customer relations
  • Workflow optimization
  • Quality assurance
  • Crisis management

Accomplishments

  • Directed cross-functional teams of 5–20 employees, delivering multiple projects on time and within budget by applying structured scheduling, risk management, and cost-control strategies.
  • Optimized operations by implementing standardized processes for safety, compliance, and resource allocation—reducing operational costs by up to 15% while maintaining quality.
  • Strengthened client and stakeholder relationships through clear communication, accurate documentation, and proactive problem-solving, resulting in repeat business and improved satisfaction.
  • Coordinated crisis response operations, rapidly mobilizing resources and personnel during large-scale events to ensure business continuity and client confidence.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mitigation Manager

Emergency Response Team
05.2025 - 07.2025

Regional Mitigation Project Manager

Commercial Restoration Company
07.2024 - 05.2025

Mitigation & Construction Project Manager

Watterson Solutions (formerly Cornerstone)
10.2022 - 06.2024

Mitigation Project Manager

Servpro of Southeast Nashville
04.2021 - 10.2022

Crew Lead / Emergency Response Coordinator

Blackmon Mooring/BMS CAT
10.2018 - 03.2021

Crew Chief

Servpro of Rutherford County/Percy Priest
11.2016 - 10.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Kaplan Career Institute