Summary
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Kevin Farischon

Kevin Farischon

Ashburn,VA

Summary

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.

Work History

Senior Hyperscale Program Manager

NTT Global Data Center Americas
03.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw delivery of more than $100 million in client white space and office fit outs.
  • Engaged with customers, partners and constituent groups to create positive, trusting and professional relationships.
  • Tracked and reported program results to customers and stakeholders to facilitate change management activities.
  • Hired and mentored new employees to enhance Deployment Services program production.
  • Devised tools and benchmarks to improve team performance and monitor production.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Assisted in creation of new as well as revision of existing policies to better the overall integration procedure.

Senior Project Manager

IES Communications
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Review RFPs and project designs to provide customers with detailed and accurate proposals.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Created work schedules for 30+ technicians and at times temp employees and subcontractors.
  • Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.

Lead Estimator

Zochert Fence Company
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
  • Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
  • Worked with general contractors and end users to deliver quality projects.
  • Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.

Senior Project Manager

Orion Communications
06.2013 - 04.2018
  • Implemented a set of comprehensive tracking processes to monitor project production.
  • Directed all phases of network infrastructure projects, from development through client handoffs.
  • Drafted multiple deliverables for each project such as cable test results and as-built blueprints.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated them to other team members.
  • Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Consistently bought in projects on time and under budget.
  • Drafted sales quotes and contract change requests.
  • Reviewed plans and specs during schematic design of pre-construction.
  • Obtained low voltage permits from local jurisdictional agencies.

Project Manager

Premiere Communications
02.2012 - 03.2013
  • Oversaw a multitude of cabling infrastructure projects ranging from voice & data installs to sound masking & paging systems to security cameras & door contacts.
  • Attended construction meetings to review project progress and review future scheduling requirements.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Worked closely with lead technicians, going over blueprints, work orders, and directives to ensure that production schedules were met.
  • Trained technicians to help with their growth and understanding of their daily duties.

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Solution Development
  • Subcontractor Relations
  • Managing RFPS
  • Quality Control
  • Background in Project Management
  • Client Relations
  • Communication Skills
  • Project Costing
  • 2D Drawings

Timeline

Senior Hyperscale Program Manager

NTT Global Data Center Americas
03.2020 - Current

Senior Project Manager

IES Communications
07.2019 - 03.2020

Lead Estimator

Zochert Fence Company
06.2018 - 06.2019

Senior Project Manager

Orion Communications
06.2013 - 04.2018

Project Manager

Premiere Communications
02.2012 - 03.2013
Kevin Farischon