Eric DePiazzy
Chester,Virginia
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
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Project Manager/CEO
The Electric Company LLC
02.2020 - Current
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- 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.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
Sr. Estimator/Project Manager
Coastline Electrical Inc.
12.2003 - 01.2019
- Developed estimates and takeoffs while drafting detailed proposals.
- Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for MEP work.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
- Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
- Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
Sr. Electrician
Regional Electric Inc.
03.1998 - 12.2003
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Verified problems, investigated faults, and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
- Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Assisted in design and installation of electrical systems and components.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
Education
No Degree - Accounting, Religious Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Specification review
- Client relations
- Documentation management
- Cost control
- Project planning
- Cross-functional coordination
- Requirements gathering
- Cross-functional communication
- Multi-project management
- Financial administration
- Project plan development
- Client liaison
- Schedule coordination
- Contract preparation
- Meeting facilitation
- Meeting participation
- Client relationship management
- Project scheduling
- Scope management
- Project goals and milestones
- Quality control
- Project framework engineering
Certification
Licensed In Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, Washington D.C.
- Master Electrician
- Master HVAC
- Master Refrigeration
- Master Plumber
Class A/Unlimited License:
Alternative Energy Systems (AES)
Billboard / Sign (BSC)
Electronic / Communication Service (ESC)
Electrical (ELE)
Marine Facility (MCC)
Residential Building (RBC)
Certified Osha 30
Certified Telescopic Handler Operator/safety
Certified Aerial Lift (Boom Lift/Scissor Lift) Operator/Safety
Certified MSHA First Aid and CPR
Certified Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager/CEO
The Electric Company LLC
02.2020 - Current
Sr. Estimator/Project Manager
Coastline Electrical Inc.
12.2003 - 01.2019
Sr. Electrician
Regional Electric Inc.
03.1998 - 12.2003
No Degree - Accounting, Religious Studies
Liberty University
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