James McGonagle
Worcester,MA
Summary
Versatile Public Works professional successful in spearheading and completing comprehensive reorganizations and capital improvement projects while maintaining positive relations between management and employees, both union and non. Natural leader and skilled negotiator with a commitment to excellence. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioner of Public Works
City Of Newton
08.2015 - Current
- Manage seven public works divisions made up of Transportation, Engineering, Fleet, Water/Sewer/Storm water, Trash and recycling, Streets and Customer service.
- These divisions serve City of Newton's 90,000 residents, 26,000 homes on over 18 square miles, including 600 lane miles of roads, 450 miles of sidewalk, 400 pieces of fleet equipment and vehicles, multiple City parking lots and facilities, street lights, signage, traffic signals, waste collection and disposal.
- Over 200 public works employees, yearly operating budget of $98m along with over $100m/year in capital projects.
- Update 5 year capital plan bi-annually.
- Negotiate union contracts.
- Analyzed completed projects against established budgets to track spending and determine levels of success.
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions
- Analyzed completed projects against established budgets to track spending and determine levels of success
Director of Central Fleet
City Of Boston
09.2010 - 08.2015
- Managed and developed $2.5 million annual operating budget with $6 million yearly vehicle replacement schedule.
- Reorganized entire fleet structure to include technician career ladder through ASE certification, implemented preventive maintenance program.
- Achieved ASE Blue Seal Certified Facility recognition.
- Named as one of Government Fleet Magazines Top 100 Fleets 2013, 2014, 2015.
- Managed and maintained 7 fueling sites throughout the City.
- Maintained support and provided operational guidance during snow events for outside departments.
- Initiated planning and construction of $15 million capital upgrade to facility.
- Established close working relationships with other municipalities and governmental agencies to achieve better use of resources and increase efficiencies .
- Completed upgrade of Fleet Management System to achieve increased reporting, fuel management and replacement planning.
- Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and ability to resolve critical issues.
- Spearheaded sustainability efforts, including adding fuel reduction and alternative fuel vehicles to the fleet, resulting in achieving NAFA sustainable fleet accreditation.
- Recommended process and systems improvements such as electronic mapping of snowplow routes, addition of efficient snow removal/plowing equipment along with asphalt repair products and equipment.
- Assessed vendor products and maintained positive vendor relations.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
DPW Fleet Superintendent
Town of Groton Public Works
09.2001 - 09.2010
- Maintained fleet of 350 Public Works, Water Pollution Control, Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police, and EMS vehicles and equipment
- Formulated safety and hazardous chemical handling and storage program to comply with OSHA, DEP and Town requirements.
- Unit President, United Steelworkers of America, Local 9411 from 9/05 - 9/10. Negotiated labor agreements, developed labor and retirement contract proposals between the Town and Union, organized union meetings and oversaw voting procedures.
Interim Waste Transfer Station Coordinator
Town of Groton Public Works
10.2008 - 04.2009
- Responded to citizen concerns and maintained positive public relations
- Organized transportation for removal of recyclables and solid waste.
Chief Equipment Technician
Town of Groton Public Works
09.1988 - 09.2001
Education
Ohio Technical College
Cleveland, OH09.1986
Skills
- Team building
- Creating safe work environment
- Process improvement techniques
- Crisis and emergency operations/communications
- Sound judgment
- Labor relations and negotiations
- Operations management
- Budgeting
Certification
- Certified Automotive Fleet Manager(CAFM), NAFA Fleet Management Association 2010–2020
- Certified Public Fleet Professional(CPFP), American Public Works Association 2009–2019
Timeline
Commissioner of Public Works
City Of Newton
08.2015 - Current
Director of Central Fleet
City Of Boston
09.2010 - 08.2015
Interim Waste Transfer Station Coordinator
Town of Groton Public Works
10.2008 - 04.2009
DPW Fleet Superintendent
Town of Groton Public Works
09.2001 - 09.2010
Chief Equipment Technician
Town of Groton Public Works
09.1988 - 09.2001
Ohio Technical College
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