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Work History
Education
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Character Traits
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GRANT UTLEY

Benton,KY

Summary

Organized and motivated employee with a superior work ethic, adaptability, and efficiency. Seeking a challenging position in the field of Project Management, where I can utilize my strong collaboration and communication skills to drive business growth, and make effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project. Highly organized problem-solver with strong mentoring and interpersonal skills. Capable of overseeing project execution at all stages, ensuring requirements are met in a timely manner and within budget. Excellent communicator with extensive experience in communicating with clients to ensure positive relationships for future and short-term goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Hytek Hunting
Benton, KY
07.2023 - Current
  • Led the development and launch of an innovative electric treestand, overseeing a project budget exceeding $550,000.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to ensure alignment and timely project completion.
  • Developed and implemented project timelines, resource allocation plans, and risk management strategies that improved project efficiency by 25%.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to identify customer needs, leading to product features that increased market competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers, negotiating contracts that reduced costs by 15% while maintaining quality standards.
  • Presented project updates to executive leadership, highlighting milestones, budget adherence, and strategic adjustments to ensure project goals were met.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.

Sales Representative

Precision Sonar
03.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: Precision Sonar is an industry-leading marine retail store built by the industry's best craftsmen.
  • Contact and communicate with clients across the country to ensure a positive relationship for future projects, along with multiple 5-star reviews.
  • Leading salesman every year employed with the company, including over $3.2 million in revenue.
  • 70% growth in sales since I started employment.
  • Multiple clients call and ask to speak specifically with me due to my excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work with clients based on their financial budgets and timelines.
  • A baseline of computer skills is needed to make accurate sales and inventory accounting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Precision Sonar is an industry-leading marine retail store built by the industry's best craftsmen.

Drystack and Pontoon rentals

Green Turtle Bay
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Company Overview: Premier marina resort on Lake Barkley in Western Kentucky.
  • Ensure impeccable customer service by all staff members.
  • Meeting financial goals.
  • Working closely with the upper management.
  • Schedule writing and reporting.
  • Premier marina resort on Lake Barkley in Western Kentucky.

Education

Some college - Buisness Management

West Kentucky Community & Technical College
01.2020

High School Diploma -

Marshall County High School
Benton
05-2018

PMP

Project Management Institute

Skills

  • Leadership and delegation
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving and conflict resolution
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Active listening
  • Accounting principles
  • Project management methodologies
  • Software proficiency
  • Database management systems
  • Documentation practices
  • Budget management expertise
  • Policy knowledge and compliance
  • Microsoft Office suite
  • QuickBooks accounting software
  • Adobe creative tools
  • Workfront project management tool
  • Smartsheet collaboration software
  • Trello task management

Character Traits

After enduring a spinal cord injury in 2018, I have developed a profound resilience and adaptability that equips me uniquely for the challenges of project management. This experience taught me the importance of strategic problem-solving and the ability to remain calm under pressure, as I navigated the complexities of recovery and rehabilition. I learned to approach obstacles with a solution-oriented mindset, prioritizing tasks effectively and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve common goals. My journey has instilled in me a deep sense of empathy and understanding, enabling me to lead with compassion while fostering an inclusive environment. These qualities, combined with my unwavering determination, prepare me to tackle any project management challenge with confidence and creativty.

Timeline

Project Manager

Hytek Hunting
07.2023 - Current

Sales Representative

Precision Sonar
03.2021 - Current

Drystack and Pontoon rentals

Green Turtle Bay
01.2016 - 01.2018

Some college - Buisness Management

West Kentucky Community & Technical College

High School Diploma -

Marshall County High School

PMP

Project Management Institute
GRANT UTLEY