Martrell Gardner
Acworth,Ga.
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in technical management and project execution within the electrical products domain. Skilled in handling confidential data, proficient in computer systems, and adept at leveraging technology to optimize project workflows. Exceptional problem-solving abilities coupled with strong analytical skills, enabling successful navigation of complex project requirements. Experienced in leading diverse teams and delivering projects on time and within budget constraints.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project and Preparations Manager
Admiral Enterprises
Atlanta, GA
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and delivered monthly status reports, customer progress reports, change proposals, and presentations to management and stakeholders, ensuring adherence to project timelines and goals.
- Orchestrated small-scale projects, managing finance, schedule, change orders, and customer relations, while coordinating with project and site teams to maintain project schedules and address time-sensitive needs.
- Tracked project resources and progress, actively participating in customer meetings, and capturing comprehensive notes from project initiation to closure and punch list resolution.
- Documented project events impacting acceptance schedules, scope, and efficiency, collaborated with the project manager to identify solutions, and initiated actions to mitigate schedule and cost impacts.
- Scheduled commissioning resources and ensured field service personnel were adequately prepared with project documentation before site visits, expediting project mark-ups during development.
- Facilitated completion of project close-out documentation, overseeing all aspects of close milestone processing to meet quality gates promptly.
- Contributed to a collaborative team environment, providing dedicated support to customers to ensure project success.
- Implemented a proactive scheduling system for commissioning resources, reducing site visit preparation time by 15% and ensuring smoother project execution.
- Recognized for exceptional attention to detail in documenting project events, resulting in a 10% increase in project efficiency and accuracy.
Gas Turbine System Engineer (electrical)
U.S. Navy
04.2009 - 06.2022
- Operated, repaired and performed organizational and intermediate maintenance on electrical and electronic components of 4 GE LM2500 gas turbine engines, 3 Allison 501K gas turbine generators, main propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment, plant local controls, and control systems.
- Implemented robust monitoring and control protocols for the ship's service 60HZ, 450VAC, 3PHASE electrical distribution system, HVAC/R system, and all plant auxiliary equipment, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
- Oversaw a comprehensive inventory of over 350 maintenance and repair pieces of equipment, optimizing internal capabilities and mitigating reliance on external resources, resulting in significant cost savings exceeding $100,000,000 for the Navy.
- Spearheaded troubleshooting efforts for electrical equipment issues, such as electro-valves and sensors, leveraging proactive problem-solving strategies to maintain project continuity and minimize disruptions.
- Strategically planned and executed troubleshooting and repair initiatives for critical systems, including UPS units, gas turbine generator load sharing circuits, and gas turbine engine digital fuel control systems, achieving substantial cost savings of $243,000 for the Navy.
- Ensured the accuracy and validation of all ships' calibration equipment, including gauges, switches, and transducers, to uphold project precision and regulatory compliance standards.
- Directed and coordinated calibration activities for over 4,000 calibrated instrumentation items, overseeing a team of 16 calibration technicians, and optimizing resource allocation to meet project milestones and quality benchmarks.
- Managed the maintenance and repair of the Fiber Optic Ship Wide Area Network (FO SWAN), a pivotal component facilitating project communication and data transfer capabilities, in alignment with project objectives and IT compliance standards.
- Oversaw the Machinery Control System (MCS), an integral part of project infrastructure, ensuring seamless signal transmission via the fiber optic LAN to enhance operational efficiency and project performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kennesaw Mountain High School
Basic Engineering Common Core -
United States Navy
Gas Turbine Systems (Electrical) Advanced School -
United States Navy
Engineering Control System Equipment (ECSE) Operator and Maintenance -
United States Navy
Navy Enlisted Recruiting Orientation -
United States Navy
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
Strayer University
Washington, DCSkills
- Project Management
- Documentation Management
- Reporting and Presentation
- Financial Management
- Organization and Coordination
- Resource and Progress Tracking
- Customer Relations
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Commissioning Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
Certification
- Electrical/Propulsion plant control console operator
- Integrated condition assessment system (ICAS) operator
- Duty Electrician
- Certified gage calibration technician
- Certified cableway technician
- Work Center Supervisor
- Central control station supervisor
- Training and safety divisional representative
- Holdable Discharge
Timeline
Project and Preparations Manager
Admiral Enterprises
06.2022 - Current
Gas Turbine System Engineer (electrical)
U.S. Navy
04.2009 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Kennesaw Mountain High School
Basic Engineering Common Core -
United States Navy
Gas Turbine Systems (Electrical) Advanced School -
United States Navy
Engineering Control System Equipment (ECSE) Operator and Maintenance -
United States Navy
Navy Enlisted Recruiting Orientation -
United States Navy
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
Strayer University
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