Jonathan Ray
Odessa,FL
Summary
Results-driven with a proven track record in budget management, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and driving successful initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager II
Zempleo
04.2025 - Current
- Coordinated project schedules and resources to ensure timely delivery of objectives.
- Assisted in developing project plans, outlining key deliverables and timelines.
- Monitored project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and workflow efficiency.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on project milestones and outcomes for stakeholder review.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance team productivity and meet project goals.
- Supported budget tracking efforts, ensuring alignment with financial guidelines and constraints.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations for efficient workflow management.
Director Fiber Optic Splicing Standards
Trueline Communications
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Fostered relationships with key stakeholders to support organizational objectives.
- Oversaw project timelines and ensured alignment with company goals.
- Streamlined internal communication processes for improved team collaboration.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for professional development.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team skills and operational efficiency.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
Director Fiber Optic Splicing
Tilson Technology Management
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented performance metrics to assess project outcomes and inform decision-making processes.
- Directed resource allocation to optimize team productivity and achieve project deadlines.
- Facilitated training sessions to elevate team skills and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Established key performance indicators to track progress towards strategic objectives effectively.
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders to secure support for major initiatives and projects.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.
- Streamlined project delivery mechanisms, significantly reducing time to market for new initiatives.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Improved team morale and productivity by implementing comprehensive professional development program.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
EVP
FOS FIBER OPTICS INC
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed and implemented operational frameworks to enhance efficiency across departments.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to refine business processes, resulting in improved service delivery.
- Managed high-level client relationships, fostering partnerships that contributed to revenue growth.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation to optimize financial performance.
- Mentored senior leadership team on best practices in decision-making and strategic planning.
- Facilitated organizational change initiatives, guiding teams through transitions effectively and efficiently.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
- Managed risk effectively by implementing robust policies and procedures designed to mitigate potential threats to the business.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints, contributing to overall company success.
- Provided executive leadership during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration while maintaining operational excellence.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through careful financial analysis and budget management, positively impacting overall profitability.
- Spearheaded organizational change management efforts, leading to enhanced employee engagement and productivity.
- Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.
- Established a clear vision for organizational growth while developing actionable plans to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives.
- Fostered an inclusive corporate culture that prioritized diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at all levels of the organization.
- Served as a key spokesperson for the organization at industry events and conferences, showcasing thought leadership while fostering strategic connections with potential partners.
- Drove talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier candidates, building a high-performing team capable of achieving company objectives.
- Set sound employee health policies in place and worked with HR department to maintain healthy work environment for employees.
- Optimized supply chain processes for greater reliability and efficiency, reducing lead times while ensuring consistent product quality standards were met.
- Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, resulting in mutually beneficial business opportunities.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships, organizing regular update meetings and feedback sessions.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
Director
Zayo Group
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Lead Green Field build of 2800 mile Fiber network in Central FL
- Oversaw project management processes, ensuring timely delivery of services within budget constraints.
- Fostered partnerships with stakeholders to drive customer satisfaction and retention initiatives.
- Coordinated resource allocation and budgeting processes to optimize financial performance across projects.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that reduced costs while maintaining service quality standards.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
- Secured lucrative partnerships to expand market reach, negotiating favorable terms.
- Led cross-functional teams to exceed benchmarks for SLA delivery, staying on top of challenging schedules with multiple competing timelines.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.
VP OPERATIONS
FOS FIBER OPTICS INC
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Developed and executed performance metrics to monitor operational effectiveness and drive improvements.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, forecast needs, and inform decision-making strategies.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while minimizing costs.
- Facilitated training programs to enhance staff skills and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed strategic plans for operational growth, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
- Drafted budget for 2 different departments and monitored expenditures.
- Oversaw budget planning and financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and accountability throughout the organization.
- Managed cross-functional teams for effective project delivery, fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
- Mentored junior team members in their career development, providing guidance and support to cultivate future leaders within the organization.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Supported Executive Team in reviewing, identifying, and prioritizing strategic initiatives.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
DIRECTOR OSP ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION,
TOWER CLOUD/UNITI FIBER
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Lead over 5200 miles of green field Fiber Optic network build in FL & GA
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Mentored leadership team, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and cost management practices.
- Evaluated vendor partnerships, negotiating contracts to optimize service offerings and reduce costs.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.
MANAGER OSP ENGINEERING-NORTH FLORIDA,
Level 3 Communications, Global Crossing
01.2011 - 03.2014
- Managed project timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in reduced turnaround times for service requests.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on projects.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Littleton High School
Littleton, NH06.1984
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Auto CAD,
- Map Info,
- Micro Station
- OSP Insight
- 3 GIS
- NetTerrian
- Job Costing
- Bidding
- P&L
- KPI's
- Fiber Route Design,
- Fiber Utilization
- Splice Matrix Design
- Aerial Construction Strand, Fiber, Coax
- Underground Construction Directional, Trenching, Micro Trench
- Fiber Optic Splicing and Testing
- Knowledge and understanding of NESC Code as it applies to OSP Construction
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Schedule management
- Customer relations
- Stakeholder communications
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Budget control
- Team bonding
- Construction management
- Budget preparation
- Vendor sourcing
- Root-cause analysis
Certification
- Certified by Sumitomo Electric in both Mass and Single Fiber Splicing
- Certified by Alcoa Fujikura in both Mass and Single Fiber Splicing
- Certified by GN Nettest (Anritsu) (OTDR Theory and Testing)
- Telecom Cable Preparation and Installation
- EXFO - Completed Certified Contractor Program
- OSHA 30
- FLORIDA UTILITY COORDINATION COMMITTEE
- FUCC Certified Construction Management
- FUCC Certified Highway Utility Coordination
Timeline
Project Manager II
Zempleo
04.2025 - Current
Director Fiber Optic Splicing Standards
Trueline Communications
01.2024 - 02.2025
Director Fiber Optic Splicing
Tilson Technology Management
12.2022 - 01.2023
EVP
FOS FIBER OPTICS INC
05.2020 - 01.2022
Director
Zayo Group
06.2019 - 05.2020
VP OPERATIONS
FOS FIBER OPTICS INC
08.2017 - 06.2019
DIRECTOR OSP ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION,
TOWER CLOUD/UNITI FIBER
03.2014 - 08.2017
MANAGER OSP ENGINEERING-NORTH FLORIDA,
Level 3 Communications, Global Crossing
01.2011 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Littleton High School