Joshua Matthews
Wasilla,AK
Summary
I am an electrical project manager and estimator who is familiar with all major engineering standards associated with control gear components and electrical power stations.
I am motivated and have 10 years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. I have experience and success in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. I am driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs with estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods. I am a precise estimator who delivers consistently insightful cost projections for projects.
I excel at being a resourceful analyzer and utilizing various estimation techniques to verify accuracy of relevant cost factors. This includes tactfully relaying budget inputs to the team for constructing cohesive cost blueprints.
I am seeking a long-term position as a Project manager and Estimator with full benefits and salary pay to reflect my experience and work ethic. The right employer will value integrity, honesty, and work-life balance while also offering fair compensation and the potential for career growth with mutual benefit to employee and employer.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Estimator
Haakenson Electric
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for larger projects while also meeting deadlines, without sacrificing quality or safety.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements, from procurement to commission.
- Maintained open communication by providing detailed project status updates to customers and team management.
- Oversight and management of personnel to achieve performance and quality targets, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, adjust, and mitigate risks.
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes and provided insights and future recommendations.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance and operational procedures for electrical systems upon completion of projects.
- Used market conditions and business trends to identify competitor strengths and weaknesses. This enabled soliciting competitive electrical component pricing from suppliers to support project success and ultimately influence bid-win strategies.
- Reviewed and updated cost databases to maintain current and accurate pricing, aiding in collaboration with other departments and contractors. This provided comprehensive estimates while identifying areas for cost savings to increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Installation of electrical systems and components for commercial and industrial applications. Also retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
Electrical Superintendent
Living Waters LLC
Anchorage, AK
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Analyzed complex technical problems, determined solutions and made sound decisions. In addition, performed electrical installations and repairs for residential, commercial and industrial projects, while maintaining quality standards with high client satisfaction.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated electrical journeymen and apprentices on job-specific tasks and company policies. Also managed performance evaluations and scheduling of said team members.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timeline, manpower and project expenses for several projects both large and small.
- Facilitated work site safety and maintained compliance of safety requirements on job sites by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards for company work force and customers.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports, informed of any potential delays, and resolved team and client challenges with proactive and actionable solutions.
- Coordinated electrical system maintenance and repair with other departments along with public utilities and outside agencies.
- Operated company vehicles and special electrical equipment such as thermal cameras, circuit tracers, thermal welding, meger meter, capacitance and resistance meter, among other equipment to perform assigned duties.
Electrical Foreman/ Technician
IBEW 1141
04.2013 - 02.2022
- Supervised crews of electrical workers to maintain a safe, efficient, and structured work environment. While prioritizing and distributing work assignments, I selected employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Established objectives to keep employees motivated, maintained morale, and kept the project on schedule. This included developing training methods for electrical team members to align with company policies and industry best practices.
- Worked on various commercial, industrial, and residential projects to rehabilitate, maintain, and install electrical systems. In addition, oversaw installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, fixtures, switchgear, and main distribution panels.
- Evaluated job scope to determine necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses. This required the review of complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Maintained detailed records of work activities and notable events. This included generating progress reports for clients and coordinating with them to make determinations on adjusted time and cost requirements.
- Oversaw control room modification work conducted by electricians, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, scope of work and reporting requirements.
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
04.2009 - 12.2020
- Coordinated activities to support mission success, including the devise and implementation of battle plans to achieve tactical objectives with accuracy and control.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with staff in various units under fast-changing conditions. Also facilitated training, briefings, and tactical movements on and off the battlefield.
- Oversaw intelligence collection and produced reports for senior command to integrate intelligence activities in other military operations, plans, and programs. This included creating contingency plans to address unexpected scenarios.
- Monitored enemy units in hostile zones while creating and executing successful battle plans to achieve the mission objectives. During this time, I lead soldiers in conflict zones under battle conditions.
- Maintained accountability of over $10 million in military assets. Ordered, unloaded, sorted, and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities. In addition, followed maintenance schedules, leading to completing inspections and repairs.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments while protecting and guiding personnel under command, maintaining safety and mission readiness.
- Installation and configurations of antennas, powers sources and other equipment to establish communications in and out of the battlefield. This included documenting and processing incoming messages over communication systems in various complex and challenging environments.
- Utilized technical equipment to monitor network status in operational environments. Supervised and assisted with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices. Lead search and rescue teams after natural disaster events within multiple states threw ought the country.
- Performed search and rescue and provided assistance during several natural disasters in multiple states within the continental United States.
Education
High School Diploma -
Silver Tree
Choctaw OK04.2008
No Degree - Unlimited Jurymen Electrician
IBEW 1141
Oklahoma City, OK12.2017
No Degree - Signal Support And Specialized Infantry Training
United States Army
Fort Gorden, GA12.2010
Skills
- Project Milestones
- Estimate Costs
- Installation Inspection
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Project Control
- Technical Documentation
- Inspect Installations
- Knowledgeable in Construction Safety
- Cost Control
- Project Deadlines
- Electrical Documentation
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Deployed 2010-2013 to Afghanistan.
- Honorable Discharge from the United States Army
- Achieved general forman by completing projects in Oklahoma with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 20 Electricians.
- Performed search and rescue in numerous national disasters.
- Increased company revenue by $300,000 by negotiating Costco contract.
- Decreased company spending by improving the longevity and safety of company assets via introducing maintenance log and data sheets for maintenance-related tasks
Certification
- Licensed Unlimited Journeyman Electrician - 2017
- Certified OSHA 10 - 2014
Timeline
Project Manager/Estimator
Haakenson Electric
01.2023 - 07.2023
Electrical Superintendent
Living Waters LLC
03.2022 - 12.2022
Electrical Foreman/ Technician
IBEW 1141
04.2013 - 02.2022
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
04.2009 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Silver Tree
No Degree - Unlimited Jurymen Electrician
IBEW 1141
No Degree - Signal Support And Specialized Infantry Training
United States Army
- Licensed Unlimited Journeyman Electrion - 2017
- Certified OSHA 10 - 2014
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