Gregory Foster
Summary
Strategic Project Manager with expertise in workflow optimization and timely project delivery. Skilled in schedule management and client relations, ensuring high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams, budget optimization, and risk assessment. Proven success in residential pool installations, aligning projects with client expectations and organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Sunbelt Pools
Oklahoma City
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Managed project budgets and resources, optimizing cost efficiency while maintaining quality deliverables.
- Led project planning and execution for residential pool installations, ensuring timely completion and high-quality standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project objectives with customer requirements and ensure project success.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Developed detailed project schedules, tracking progress and implementing adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize impact on projects.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced bottlenecks in project delivery.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members to foster collaboration and drive project completion.
- Facilitated client meetings to communicate project status, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction throughout project lifecycle.
- Proactively addressed client concerns and ensured satisfaction throughout engagement, enhancing overall customer experience.
Owner/Operator
Fosters Lawn and Landscape
Oklahoma City
07.2016 - 02.2024
- Managed day-to-day operations, enhancing service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Established strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer retention rates.
- Developed and implemented landscape design plans tailored to client specifications.
- Built strong client relationships, contributing to higher customer retention rates.
- Oversaw daily business functions to ensure smooth operations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly to foster customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Superintendent
Surrey Hills Country Club
Yukon
02.2019 - 03.2023
- Managed daily operations of golf course maintenance, ensuring optimal turf health and playability.
- Supervised a team of groundskeepers, providing training on best practices for landscape care.
- Developed and implemented integrated pest management programs to enhance environmental sustainability.
- Coordinated vendor procurement of equipment and supplies, enhancing operational cost-effectiveness.
- Conducted soil testing and analysis to inform fertilization strategies and improve turf quality.
- Established safety protocols for staff, reducing risks associated with chemical applications and equipment handling.
- Monitored budget expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality playing surfaces throughout the facility.
- Diagnosed and fixed mechanical problems with maintenance equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated procurement of essential supplies, including chemicals and seed, to support maintenance operations.
- Recruited and trained solid team of groundskeepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Monitored budget expenditures, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality playing surfaces.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Oak Tree Country Club
Edmond
10.2013 - 07.2016
- Supervised daily maintenance of greens, fairways, and bunkers to ensure optimal playing conditions.
- Developed and implemented turf management programs that improved course quality and player satisfaction.
- Monitored irrigation systems to maintain water efficiency and adjust schedules as needed.
- Coordinated procurement of fertilizers, pesticides, and turfgrass seed to ensure timely availability and cost-effectiveness.
- Monitored irrigation systems to maintain water efficiency and adjust schedules.
- Conducted soil testing and analysis to create targeted treatment plans, enhancing turf health and resilience.
- Collaborated on budget planning to optimize resource allocation for course maintenance activities.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback to foster professional development.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow employees and club members through consistent communication and problem-solving efforts.
Education
Agriculture/Turf - Agriculture
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OKSkills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Project tracking
- Project development
- Schedule management
- Stakeholder communications
- Client relations
- Customer relations
- Team collaboration
- Staff management
- Strategic planning
- Work flow planning
- Relationship building
Certification
- CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Languages
English, Full Professional
Timeline
Project Manager
Sunbelt Pools
01.2023 - 05.2026
Superintendent
Surrey Hills Country Club
02.2019 - 03.2023
Owner/Operator
Fosters Lawn and Landscape
07.2016 - 02.2024
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Oak Tree Country Club
10.2013 - 07.2016
Agriculture/Turf - Agriculture
Oklahoma State University