Lane Buffalo
Mooringsport,LA
Summary
Adept at project planning and development, I enhanced bid success rates and project efficiency at Infrastructure Solutions Group. My expertise in equipment troubleshooting and client relations, combined with a knack for budgeting and forecasting, ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget. Achievements include streamlining procurement processes and significantly improving team coordination and project delivery outcomes.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Infrastructure Solutions Group
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions, ensuring accuracy in account management and reporting activities.
- Served as primary point-of-contact for questions or concerns from clients during ongoing projects.
- Delivered accurate estimates within tight deadlines by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Increased bid success rate by developing a thorough understanding of client needs during pre-bid meetings.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
- Organized and prepared billing documentation.
Instrumentation Technician
Evers Electric
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
- Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, advancements in technology, regulatory changes impacting instrumentation field.
- Provided technical support during plant shutdowns and startups, ensuring smooth transitions without compromising system integrity.
- Trained new technicians on best practices in instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques for better performance results overall.
- Conducted troubleshooting procedures and root cause analysis to determine causes of problems.
- Installed maintained, and repaired various types of instruments to ensure optimal functionality.
- Rectified malfunctioning of assigned IO points in DCS and PLC configurations.
- Facilitated repair and testing of control valve, industrial isolation valves and actuators to prevent malfunction and support longevity.
E&I Technician
MMR Group
11.2016 - 12.2020
- Optimized plant efficiency with the installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of process control instruments such as pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, and flow meters.
- Collected, maintained, organized, compiled and manipulated technical data.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop effective solutions for complex technical problems in industrial settings.
- Worked closely with engineering and recommended alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by troubleshooting complex issues related to PLC programming, HMI interfaces, SCADA systems, and other industrial control systems.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
- Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation & Electrical Technology
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock05-2018
Skills
- Project planning and development
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Project scheduling
- Client relations
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project estimation and bidding
- Purchasing and procurement
- Network communications
- Motor control
- Instrument Calibration
- DCS configuration
- Loop checking
Programs
Skilled in the following Computer programs
- Building invoice forms using Microsoft Word and converting them to PDF.
- Building work orders, tracking sheets and other workbooks in Microsoft Excell.
- Building and maintaining Level 3 Project schedules in Microsoft Projects.
Timeline
Project Manager
Infrastructure Solutions Group
10.2022 - Current
Instrumentation Technician
Evers Electric
01.2021 - 10.2022
E&I Technician
MMR Group
11.2016 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation & Electrical Technology
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
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