Lee Bryan
Yorkville,IL
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager with experience in executing complex projects within diverse industries. Proven ability to drive teams towards achieving project goals while adhering to timelines and budgets. Demonstrated strengths include strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Past work has resulted in successful project completion, improved efficiency, and significant cost savings.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc.
Joliet, IL
03.2004 - 02.2025
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
- Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Carpenter Supervisor/Project Estimator
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc
Joliet, IL
10.2000 - 02.2004
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding job duties, safety protocols, and other related topics.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Inspected completed projects for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Ensured that carpentry work was done according to specifications and within budget constraints.
Maintenance Contract Manager
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc.
Joliet, IL
04.1993 - 09.2000
- Evaluated vendor proposals against criteria specified in Request For Proposals.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts, rates and terms with current facilities and suppliers.
- Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
- Reviewed invoices submitted by suppliers and vendors for accuracy prior to authorizing payment processing.
- Assisted in developing strategies for mitigating contractual risk exposure within the organization.
- Monitored contractual performance to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.
- Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
- Acted as a liaison between internal departments and external suppliers and vendors when necessary during negotiations or other contractual matters requiring input from both sides.
- Planned and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
- Coordinated with external vendors to obtain quotes and negotiate pricing agreements.
- Managed paper or electronic filing systems by recording information, updating paperwork and maintaining documents.
- Participated in meetings with senior-level executives regarding strategic initiatives involving contracted services or goods delivery timelines, quantities.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Carpenter
Producers Construction
Lisle, IL
01.1986 - 06.1989
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridge Wood Baptist Academy
Ridgewood, IL04-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Surveying, Computer Science
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder communication
- Quality assurance
- Resource allocation
- Time management
- Cost estimation
- Problem solving
- Task prioritization
- Staff training and motivation
- Change control processes
- Deliverable tracking
- Budget preparation
- Scope management
- Meeting facilitation
- Planning and scheduling
- Concrete estimation
- Project planning
- Vendor management
- Cost control
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project tracking
Timeline
Project Manager
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc.
03.2004 - 02.2025
Carpenter Supervisor/Project Estimator
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc
10.2000 - 02.2004
Maintenance Contract Manager
Lindblad Construction Company of Joliet Inc.
04.1993 - 09.2000
Carpenter
Producers Construction
01.1986 - 06.1989
High School Diploma -
Ridge Wood Baptist Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Surveying, Computer Science
Joliet Junior College