Mark Chandler
Canton,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Willfab, Inc., enhancing company performance through strategic planning and operational excellence. Skilled in project management and organizational leadership, I excel in fostering employee relations and driving initiatives that significantly increase customer satisfaction. Expert in budget management and vendor negotiations, my approach ensures impactful, efficiency-driven outcomes. Versatile business leader bringing 20 years of experience as accomplished President. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in the steel industry.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Willfab, Inc.
09.1980 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Drafting Engineer
Addison Steel
08.1979 - 09.1980
- Produced high-quality technical drawings for various engineering projects, ensuring accurate representation of design specifications.
- Supported project managers with timely delivery of accurate drafting documents, facilitating smooth project execution.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on drafting equipment, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or system errors.
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
Draftsman
Kawneer
01.1979 - 09.1979
- Developed drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Reduced errors in drawings by conducting thorough reviews of specifications provided by Architechs.
- Played a key role in successful project completion by meeting strict deadlines and maintaining open communication with team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
Southern Technical Institute
MariettaSkills
- Leadership Team Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence
- Integrity and ethics
- Employee Relations
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Contract Negotiation
- Budget Management
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Financial Management
Timeline
President
Willfab, Inc.
09.1980 - Current
Drafting Engineer
Addison Steel
08.1979 - 09.1980
Draftsman
Kawneer
01.1979 - 09.1979
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering Technology
Southern Technical Institute