Lucas Bergeron
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on-track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors and other stakeholders. Hands-on Project Manager recognized for flawless execution and finding solutions to complex problems. Communicative and reliable professional polished in developing scopes and objectives and maintaining comprehensive project documentation. Commended for unexcelled record of completing critical projects on schedule and within budget.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Quality Drywall Inc
Lafayete , LA
08.2024 - Current
- Manage laborers to perform duties on multimillion dollar projects such as: demo, layout, and exterior/interior framing; layout wallboard, trim, and FRP; door window frames; and tape, float, prime, and paint. Waterproofing, stucco, and submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Monitored the progress of each project to ensure the timely delivery of materials, to avoid any delays in meeting the expectations of the project manager and superintendent.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with objectives, which is cost-plus, that would require a daily document to be filled out with all materials and labor hours.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
International Logistics Manager
Workstrings International
Broussard, LA
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented global logistics strategies to optimize cost, service, and security.
- Monitored international shipments to ensure compliance with customs regulations and laws.
- Manage a team of international project coordinators to deliver high quality down hole tools to customers throughout the US land and international locations.
- Work with key freight forwarders to ensure the success for any and all imports/exports which include minimizing delays at border, preventing demurrage, and any clearance/customs concerns.
- Manage and oversee critical international projects for some of the largest O&G companies in the world i.e. Chevron, Exxon, and BP.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
General Manager
Workstrings International
Neuquen, Argentina
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Responsible for the startup of the rental tool division in Argentina.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Awarded and secured multimillion-dollar contract with YPF to provide drill pipe and handling tools to +90% of YPF's nonconventional drilling rigs in Vaca Muerta, Argentina.
Operations Manager
Workstrings International
Yopal, Colombia
11.2012 - 11.2014
- Dynamic team spanning the cities of Yopal and Bogota, Colombia, I spearheaded a 12+ member operations team. My role involved the oversight of rental equipment maintenance and coordination, ensuring that we consistently met and exceeded customer expectations.
- I provided invaluable technical and commercial support to both clients and the business development team. This included maintaining tool traceability, efficient billing processes, and rigorous inventory control.
- One of my notable achievements was reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) by over 10%. I achieved this by collaborating closely with the business development group, revising our business strategy, and implementing effective measures to enhance our receivables accounts. This accomplishment not only improved our financial performance but also demonstrated my ability to drive impactful changes within the organization."
Manager Trainee
Workstrings International
Broussard, Louisiana
10.2010 - 10.2012
- Received on the job training to understand and develop my skills in managing a rental tool company which included but not limited to: project management, billed/unbilled, accruals, payables, and receivables.
- Managed the BP account as project coordinator for the GOM by coordinating tools, managing daily rentals, billing, and any customer related concerns.
Education
B.A. - Communications
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
01.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Spanish language study
University of Cantabria
Santander, SpainSkills
- Transportation Management Systems
- Global Operations
- Import and Export Operations
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Freight Cost Reporting
- Business Development
- Market Strategies
- Sales & Marketing
- P&L Management
- Budgeting & Planning
- Contract Management
- Quality Assurance/QHSE
- Workplace/Field Safety
- Client Relations
- Equipment Rentals
- Project development
- Performance evaluations
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager
Quality Drywall Inc
08.2024 - Current
International Logistics Manager
Workstrings International
02.2018 - 10.2023
General Manager
Workstrings International
11.2014 - 01.2018
Operations Manager
Workstrings International
11.2012 - 11.2014
Manager Trainee
Workstrings International
10.2010 - 10.2012
B.A. - Communications
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Some College (No Degree) - Spanish language study
University of Cantabria
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