Ian Nichols
La Grange,TX
Summary
Forward-thinking professional with deep understanding of resolving customer problems with efficiency and civility. Expert in resolving issues with dedication to increasing productivity through close analysis of tasks. Proven history of increasing customer satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
Northstar Fire Protection
San Antonio, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised labor management and coordinated installation activities for fire alarm/sprinkler system.
- Adhere to strict task deadlines and move with urgency on all items.
- Successfully managed procurement of necessary resources to overcome obstacles, ensure adherence to schedules, and avoid scope creep.
- Establish securement and maintenance procedures for consumable and non-consumable project-specific materials.
- Managed the procurement of project-related materials, ensuring efficient and cost-effective ordering processes for items totaling up to $50,000.00 per order.
- Oversaw the validation and authorization of invoices and POs pertaining to materials and projects, handling amounts as high as $175,000.00 on a single invoice
- Attend with, and on behalf of, PM relevant subcontractor/GC coordination/schedule review meetings.
- Condensed key takeaways from meetings and interactions, disseminating them to the team.
- Alerted and escalated issues to relevant division or team member when necessary
- Negotiate vendor prices and assist in CO/Bid negotiations..
- Created and maintained detailed project documentation including schedules, budgets, change orders and invoices.
- Facilitated communication between team members, stakeholders and external partners involved in the project.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Resolved any conflicts that arose during the course of a project by utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.
- Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.
- Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
Project Manager
OnSite Media
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised the labor force and ensured proper equipment installation.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Ensured adherence to financial plans for projects.
- Sourced necessary manpower and equipment promptly, maintaining compliance with tight project schedules.
- Successfully oversaw more than 20 projects every quarter while consistently delivering timely updates to all parties involved. Typical project budgets varied between $5,000 and $20,000.
- Consistently ensured the timely maintenance and updating of project notes and documents.
- Oversee entry of forecasted works and project kickoffs.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
Manager
G&L POOLSCAPES
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed daily operational tasks efficiently.
- Oversee transactions and movements of products.
- Conducted comprehensive chemical analysis of water samples and subsequently provided tailored treatment recommendations to clientele.
- Manage and update inventory, as well as facilitate orders and deliveries.
- Handle payments of monthly invoices and update customer accounts.
- Assisted with scheduling and filing warranties.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by diagnosing and resolving issues through testing, personal knowledge, and consulting relevant source materials.
Assistant Project Manager / Intern
Western Specialty
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Create, distribute, and collect daily progress reports, submittals, and RFIs.
- Ensure site safety plans, MSDS, and PDS were available and up to date.
- Assist in contract and price negotiations.
- Note, take, and maintain minutes for foreman, pre-con, and general meetings.
- Oversee safety adherence on site.
- Perform on-site takeoffs and initial estimates.
- Efficiently handled reconciliation and issuance of lien notices.
- Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, taking meeting minutes and tracking action items.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE OF SCIENCE - Construction Science
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
12-2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, - Focus in Science And Mathematics
Dayton High School
Dayton05-2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Alternatives
- Zoom/Teams Proficient
- QuickBooks/QuickBase
- Procore
- Trimble
- Primavera/Projectsight
- Autodesk/Fieldwire
- Microsoft Project
- Blubeam/OnScreen Takeoff
- Meeting facilitation
- Cost Control
- Purchasing and procurement
- Reporting and documentation
- Requirements Gathering
- Client Relationships
- Confrontation & Conflict Resolution
References
- Phillip Norris, UIS - Safety Compliance and Administration Manager, 623-229-2757
- Jason Adams, OnSite Media Client PM, 610-476-5128, jadams@emjcg.com
- Lisa Rossow, Former Employer G&L Poolscapes, 281-381-6723, swimscaper@aol.com
- Brian Dolezal, Project Manager at Western Specialty Contractors, 281-467-5794, BrianD@westernspecialtycontractors.com
- Daniel Greak, Former Employer Greak Fence and Deck LLC, 936-641-2040
- Chief Warrant Officer 3 Ronald Tash U.S.M.C Ret., HS JROTC Senior Instructor, 928-210-8345, ron.tash@daytonisd.net
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
Northstar Fire Protection
06.2022 - Current
Project Manager
OnSite Media
08.2021 - 05.2022
Manager
G&L POOLSCAPES
05.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant Project Manager / Intern
Western Specialty
12.2019 - 07.2020
BACHELOR'S DEGREE OF SCIENCE - Construction Science
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, - Focus in Science And Mathematics
Dayton High School
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