Everett L. Fields
Grand Prairie
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with proven track record of excelling in project management and stakeholder communication. Skilled in resource allocation and risk assessment, successfully led teams to deliver complex projects on time while fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement in operational effectiveness.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Manager
Pollo Campero
Dallas
10.2023 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with product owners to outline project scope and objectives for new features.
- Created comprehensive project plans detailing timelines, resources, and milestones.
- Coordinated landlord tasks throughout project lifecycle from concept to construction completion.
- Supervised architectural and engineering teams in Southern California, ensuring successful project management.
- Oversaw contractors' activities while interpreting design drawings and specifications during construction.
- Provided critical feedback during lease negotiations, facilitating necessary project amendments.
PROJECT MANAGER
Parsons Corporations
Fort Worth
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Managing multiple federal projects throughout the development process for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Accomplish staff results by managing engineering, procurement, and construction professionals, communicating job expectations, supervising employees reach their goals, and conducting individual, group, and on-the-spot training sessions.
- Demonstrating consulting skills by providing technical expertise for multiple construction engineering disciplines.
- Ensure workplace safety by ensuring personnel comply with site-specific safety procedures and collaborating with construction management to eliminate risks and safety hazards.
- Manage complex mission-critical construction projects across the US involving all technical aspects for the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Responsible for coordinating all contractors' activities, interpreting discipline design drawings and specifications, and supervising construction and engineering services.
- Federal Infrastructure
- Led project teams to deliver complex infrastructure solutions on time.
- Managed communication between stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding.
- Developed project plans outlining scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address project challenges effectively.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential project issues.
- Facilitated regular meetings to track progress and resolve obstacles promptly.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
SR. PROJECT MANAGER
Pedro and McCracken Inc.
Allen
09.2014 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated communication skills by delegating duties to project managers and architectural staff members in local and regional offices and leading weekly meetings to communicate project status with stakeholders.
- Displayed teamwork skills by collaborating with other Architectural and Construction firms to discover solutions for program challenges.
- Exhibited leadership and project management skills by managing national projects for Raising Cane's and contributing to the growth of 150 locations, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and facilitating program changes.
- Managed a team of 15+ employees and maintained a high retention rate of company personnel by continually engaging in employee development, organizing team-building activities, and establishing a positive work environment.
- Responsible for managing project revenue and cash flow to adhere to client expectations and facilitating cost-effective and efficient measures for stakeholders.
PROJECT MANAGER
GHA Architecture
Dallas
11.2012 - 09.2014
- Established efficient workflow processes to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Monitored daily productivity metrics and implemented modifications for improvement.
- Oversaw project teams to ensure on-time project completion within specified deadlines.
- Executed project management duties to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Utilized account management practices, focusing on proactive outreach and client follow-up.
- Built rapport with clients to maintain a high retention rate.
- Conducted regular assessments of team performance to identify areas for enhancement.
- Implemented strategies to streamline communication within project teams.
PROJECT MANAGER - CONTRACT
Samsung SDS America
Dallas
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Defined project design and directed architectural consultants, vendors, and superintendents to ensure on-schedule, budget-compliant completion.
- Hired architects and general contractors for tenant finish-out services.
- Reviewed contract documents and facilitated bidding processes to meet client-specific deadlines.
- Monitored construction progress to align project delivery with established schedules.
PROJECT MANAGER
Ever Construction Corp.
Dallas
05.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed documentation for RFIs, submittals, and close-out documents as per architect specifications.
- Oversaw project budgeting and scheduling to ensure timely execution.
- Acquired materials for general contractors to facilitate project progress.
- Contributed significantly to construction of historic improvement project for City of Dallas.
- Spearheaded UpLift Education school projects, transforming abandoned structures into operational schools.
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATOR | PROJECT COORDINATOR
HKS Inc.
Dallas
02.2007 - 07.2009
- Established project expectations with team members and stakeholders and hired architects and general contractors to perform tenant finish-outs scope of service.
- Proactively managed project scope changes, identified potential project crises and developed resolutions, and managed changes on the site as needed due to site conditions.
- Responsible for coordinating team collaboration, serving as a liaison between design production and construction.
Education
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION COURSE -
The University of Texas
Dallas, TXBACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE -
Southern University A&M College
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- AutoCAD and Bluebeam
- Proprietary software proficiency
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee evaluation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking abilities
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management expertise
- Contract negotiation strategies
- Project management
- Risk assessment techniques
- Construction oversight
- Technical consulting services
- Stakeholder communication
- Team leadership skills
- Resource allocation strategies
- Program planning expertise
- Relationship building skills
- Business demand forecasting
- Tech-savvy solutions
Professional Highlights
- AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX, $1B
- 150 Raising Canes Locations Nationwide, $300M
- SkyLink for DFW Airport
- Four Season Resort and Hotel Villa and Pool Expansion, Irving, TX, $11M
- Orchestrated building conversions of schools for Uplift Schools, Dallas, TX, $1.3M
- Historic Building Project - Majestic Theater, Dallas, TX, $1.2M
- 11-million square foot Hospitality project, Las Vegas, NV
Timeline
Development Manager
Pollo Campero
10.2023 - 01.2026
PROJECT MANAGER
Parsons Corporations
05.2022 - 09.2023
SR. PROJECT MANAGER
Pedro and McCracken Inc.
09.2014 - 05.2022
PROJECT MANAGER
GHA Architecture
11.2012 - 09.2014
PROJECT MANAGER - CONTRACT
Samsung SDS America
01.2012 - 06.2012
PROJECT MANAGER
Ever Construction Corp.
05.2010 - 01.2012
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATOR | PROJECT COORDINATOR
HKS Inc.
02.2007 - 07.2009
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION COURSE -
The University of Texas
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE -
Southern University A&M College