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MICHAEL WARD

Project Manager
Lee’s Summit,Missouri

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager with extensive experience in prioritizing and executing multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated expertise in staff training, customer service, and process optimization, contributing to enhanced team performance and project outcomes. Proven abilities in time management and adaptability ensure seamless project execution aligned with strategic objectives.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Doing Steel
Overland Park, Kansas
06.2022 - Current
  • Company Overview: Steel Fabrication Company in Fabrication, managing and delivering steel.
  • Fully comprehended each project's scope, goals, and deliverables.
  • Responsible for the execution and improvement of project schedules, budgets, and delivery.
  • Manage multiple projects in various stages of completion and complexity.
  • Collaborated with Project Coordinators and Assistant Project Managers.
  • Reported project status, issues, and risks to senior management and production.
  • Ensure compliance with established procedures and methodologies.
  • Conduct formal or informal status meetings with all concerned stakeholders (e.g., general contractor, owner, architect, erector).
  • Prepare and negotiate all project change orders.
  • Coordinated shop and field drawings with general contractor, field personnel, and involved parties.
  • Coordinated with outside subcontractors.
  • Execute billing procedures, manage budgets for projects, conduct thorough contract evaluations.

Office/Plant Coordinator, Procurement & Quality Manager

Omega Concrete Inc.
Kansas City, Kansas
11.2019 - 06.2022
  • Company Overview: Arch Precast Concrete.
  • Oversaw the entire precast concrete process from fabrication through quality assurance and scheduling.
  • Checking concrete products, project planning, project meetings, implementation of the project, project procurement, project tracking, and safety.
  • Maintain mix designs, concrete test results, panel production, daily reports, and quantities.
  • ACI Certification in Concrete Field Testing and Concrete Strength Testing, Data Reports.

Lead Civil Designer – Site Department

GLMV Architecture
Kansas City, Missouri
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Architectural firm specializing in site development focused on planning, design, and management.
  • Created detailed designs for municipal construction projects involving sites, water systems, storm drainage, sewage management and utilities.
  • Created standardized layout plans for various nationwide fast-food chains including Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut.
  • Managed civil engineering projects including planning, execution, and evaluation.
  • Conducted site research for hospitality projects with a focus on planning, zoning and utilities.
  • Generated topographic surveys through precise data transfer.

Civil Designer – Site Civil Department

VSM Engineering
North Kansas City, Missouri
10.2016 - 09.2018
  • Civil engineering firm specializing in planning, design, analysis, and project management.
  • Delivered comprehensive construction plans for municipal projects.
  • Inspected water, sewer, and stormwater systems (ITCP Certified).
  • Facilitated coordination among various utility providers.
  • Oversaw project management for construction phases.

Civil Designer – Site Civil Department

Shafer Kline & Warren
Lenexa, Kansas
04.2015 - 07.2016
  • Firm focusing on engineering, site planning, and surveys.
  • Oversaw numerous site projects involving utility connections and relocations.
  • Coordinated with owners and project managers regarding updates.
  • Created plans for effective drainage and grading.
  • Observed onsite environments for design evaluation.

Chief Civil Design Coordinator/Lead Civil Designer – Civil Department

Kiewit Power Engineers
Lenexa, Kansas
04.2006 - 03.2015
  • Engineering company specializing in power and energy industry focused on innovative solutions.
  • Coordinated various site product projects, focusing on utility infrastructure adjustments.
  • Coordinated schedules with owners, project managers regarding job progress.
  • Developed drainage systems to ensure optimal water flow.
  • Conducted on-site evaluations for future design plans.
  • Performed compaction analyses on soil samples.
  • Performed site surveying and laser scanning.

Engineering Technician/Group Leader – Detail Department

Spencer Reed Group
Mission, Kansas
03.2000 - 04.2006
  • Architectural, Mechanical, Structural Engineering and Consulting Firm.
  • Manage tasks and projects for the technical department.
  • Drafted comprehensive plans for prefabricated steel structures.
  • Examine and outline construction plans.
  • Handled detailing tasks for mechanical, architectural, and structural projects.
  • Performed field assessments to verify construction integrity across national job sites.

Design Engineer – Drafting Department

Hubbell Tyner
Kansas City, Missouri
06.1999 - 03.2000
  • Facilitated successful trade shows by managing logistics and on-site coordination.
  • Create 3D models for convention displays and layouts.
  • Analyzed vendor necessities to determine adequate space allocation.
  • Developed detailed architectural floor plans showing ideal furniture arrangement.

Engineering Technician – Customs Department

Butler Manufacturing
Kansas City, Missouri
03.1996 - 06.1999
  • Specialized in the prefabrication of metal buildings.
  • Thoroughly checked parts to ensure accuracy in designs.
  • Facilitating communication channels between builders and external partners.
  • Schedule orders, complete, and forward supplier tickets, and order raw materials list.

Education

B.S. - Drafting Technology

Central Missouri State University

Skills

  • Project management
  • Scope management
  • Construction documentation
  • Quality control
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer relations
  • Processes and procedures
  • Planning and scheduling

References

Available upon request.

Certification

  • ISO 9001 Certified Lead Auditor
  • ITCP Inspector MACP, PACP, LACP Certified, Completed OCP Training for KCMO, Member APWA,
  • ACI Certification in Concrete Field Testing and Concrete Strength Testing
  • OSHA 10

Accomplishments

Eagle Scout, May 1985, Troop 193

Alpha Kappa Lambda - Southern Missouri State University, Chapter Advisor 1994 to 1996

Intrafraternity Council - Central Missouri State University

Offices Held: Vice President 1992, Scholarship Chairperson 1991

Butler Mfg. - Cup Club Award Recipient 1998

Timeline

Project Manager

Doing Steel
06.2022 - Current

Office/Plant Coordinator, Procurement & Quality Manager

Omega Concrete Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2022

Lead Civil Designer – Site Department

GLMV Architecture
10.2018 - 10.2019

Civil Designer – Site Civil Department

VSM Engineering
10.2016 - 09.2018

Civil Designer – Site Civil Department

Shafer Kline & Warren
04.2015 - 07.2016

Chief Civil Design Coordinator/Lead Civil Designer – Civil Department

Kiewit Power Engineers
04.2006 - 03.2015

Engineering Technician/Group Leader – Detail Department

Spencer Reed Group
03.2000 - 04.2006

Design Engineer – Drafting Department

Hubbell Tyner
06.1999 - 03.2000

Engineering Technician – Customs Department

Butler Manufacturing
03.1996 - 06.1999

B.S. - Drafting Technology

Central Missouri State University

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