Eric French
Gainesville,VA
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record at Align Communications, excelling in project planning and vendor management. Adept at delivering projects on time and within budget, while fostering strong client rapport. Skilled in risk management and committed to enhancing team performance through mentorship and effective communication.
Professional manager with significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Align Communications
04.2015 - 10.2025
- Executed project planning and scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Collaborated with team members to gather requirements and define project objectives.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Supported the tracking of project progress using project management tools and software.
- Participated in meetings to communicate updates and address potential challenges.
- Maintained documentation of project activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- 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.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
Data Technician
Building Infrastructure Group
04.2007 - 04.2015
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Installed and terminated fiber optic and copper cabling systems for various telecommunications projects.
- Conducted routine testing and troubleshooting of network connections to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with project managers to evaluate site requirements and develop effective cabling solutions.
- Oversaw installation teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.
- Improved workflow efficiency by implementing best practices in cable management and organization.
- Trained junior technicians on proper installation techniques and equipment usage to enhance team capabilities.
- Managed inventory of materials, coordinating procurement to minimize downtime during projects.
- Developed documentation for network configurations and installation procedures to streamline future projects.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all cabling installations, modifications, and repairs for future reference and quality control purposes.
- Improved overall network efficiency with careful planning and precise execution of cable routing strategies during installation processes.
- Increased client satisfaction rates through diligent attention to detail in all aspects of cable installation, testing, labeling, termination procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Radford University
Radford, VA05-1997
Skills
- Project management
- Construction management
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Processes and procedures
- Purchasing and procurement
- Client rapport
- Commercial construction experience
- Vendor management
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - OSHA 30 Hour Certified
- CPR Certified
- BICSI Certified
Timeline
Project Manager
Align Communications
04.2015 - 10.2025
Data Technician
Building Infrastructure Group
04.2007 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - History
Radford University