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James Kinsman

Long Beach,CA
James Kinsman

Summary

At VFS Fire, as a Special Hazard Manager/NA Project Manager, I spearheaded teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, leveraging skills in strategic planning and team leadership. Achieved significant improvements in safety procedures and project delivery, demonstrating a keen ability to resolve complex problems and foster stakeholder relationships. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated fire protection professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Customer-focused professional with successful 25-year career in fire protection sector. Dynamic successful applying managerial and execution in busy business environment. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

25
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

VFS Fire

Special Hazard Manager/ NA Project Manager
05.1999 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Education

Alington HS
Riverside, CA

High School Diploma
06.1991

University Overview

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Workforce Management
  • Customer Service
  • Problem Resolution
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Goal Setting
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Schedule Management
  • Project Planning
  • Idea Development and Brainstorming
  • Budget Management
  • Schedule oversight
  • Preventive Maintenance

Certification

I have personal working license's in.

CA

NV

TX RMEI

AZ (phoenix)

NC

LA

Timeline

Special Hazard Manager/ NA Project Manager
VFS Fire
05.1999 - 06.2024
Alington HS
High School Diploma
James Kinsman