Michael Swenson
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Sprinkler Designer/Project Estimator with a proven track record at Chattanooga Fire Protection, enhancing project efficiency and increasing bid success rates by understanding client needs. Expert in CAD design and project management, adept at streamlining processes and coordinating projects to exceed expectations while maintaining budget and time constraints.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sprinkler Designer/ Project Estimator
Chattanooga Fire Protection
10.2016 - Current
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Utilized various software programs, creating models of design concepts.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
- Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
- Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
- Increased bid success rate by developing a thorough understanding of client needs during pre-bid meetings.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
Shop Manager
USA Fire Protection
04.2009 - 08.2012
- Reduced material waste by implementing inventory control measures and optimizing material usage in the fabrication process.
Fabricator
Century Fire Protection LLC
04.2008 - 08.2008
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper thread depths.
Education
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN12.2016
Skills
- CAD design
- Design Research
- Project Management
- Site Surveys
- Cost Estimation
- Change order management
- Value Engineering
- Project Coordination
- Excel expertise
- Proposal Development
- Design review
Certification
Certificate of Construction Business Principles
Timeline
Sprinkler Designer/ Project Estimator
Chattanooga Fire Protection
10.2016 - Current
Shop Manager
USA Fire Protection
04.2009 - 08.2012
Fabricator
Century Fire Protection LLC
04.2008 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
Pellissippi State Community College
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