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Kelsey Wheatley

Dallas,TX

Summary

Accomplished and detail-oriented professional with 10+ years of extensive experience in managing diverse projects within time and budgetary constraints throughout Texas, Illinois, and Manitoba, Canada. Results-driven with a proven record of success leading project teams through innovation, safety and cost-efficient methodologies. Skillful in communicating and nurturing rich client relationships to ensure profitable partnerships.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Author

Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
  • Currently 10+ published books charting numerous rating records.
  • Built a loyal following through engaging author-reader interactions at book signings, speaking engagements and online platforms.
  • Conducted extensive research to enrich the authenticity and depth of written works, providing a more immersive experience for readers.

Information Governance Project Manager and Supervisor

TFE, Inc.
12.2021 - 01.2024
  • Successfully managed multiple contracts and projects simultaneously with active problem solving by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals. Federal Clients Serviced: DOJ, USDA, DOT
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and financial requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Created schedules, qualification tracking, budgets, and data spreadsheets to constantly improve project progression and effectiveness.
  • Hired and oversaw out-of-state team members, ensuring project responsibilities, prioritization and efficiency were properly communicated and executed to successful completion.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.

Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
06.2014 - 07.2019
  • Worked directly with ownership and staff to deliver top results focused on sustainable relationships, advancing business growth and generating revenue.
  • Managed project start-up, execution and close out processes for large projects with over 200+ workers onsite.
  • Negotiated subcontractor buyout and owner agreements.
  • Oversaw entire project budgets while maintaining monthly financial projections for all active projects.
  • Volunteered and managed fundraising events, Habitat for Humanity, and 5K runs on behalf of the company.

Assistant Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • On-site supervision of MEP subcontractors, MEP budget and schedule for $3 billion international project.
  • Enforced quality and safety protocols to ensure work was installed per approved drawings and to meet all code standards.

Project Engineer-Assistant Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
06.2014 - 01.2016
  • Lead recruiting liaison for the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign.
  • Processed subcontractor pay-applications and change orders.
  • Managed safety audits and onboarding process.

Project Engineer

The Walsh Group (Walsh Construction – Archer Western)
01.2012 - 06.2014
  • Directed multiple subcontractors for healthcare projects throughout Illinois.
  • Well-versed in the process of submittals, RFI’s, change orders and punch-lists.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering

University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign
12.2011

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Project Scheduling
  • Data Analysis
  • Communication (Verbal and Written)
  • Document Management
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Client Relations
  • Staff Management
  • Creative Writing
  • Advanced Problem Solving

Certification

Licensed Real Estate REALTOR

Timeline

Information Governance Project Manager and Supervisor

TFE, Inc.
12.2021 - 01.2024

Author

Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current

Assistant Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
01.2016 - 01.2017

Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
06.2014 - 07.2019

Project Engineer-Assistant Project Manager

M.A. Mortenson Company (Mortenson Construction)
06.2014 - 01.2016

Project Engineer

The Walsh Group (Walsh Construction – Archer Western)
01.2012 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering

University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign

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