Michael Todd Ely
Columbus,OH
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 35 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manage
Matrix NAC
05.2023 - Current
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in team''s ability to deliver results.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Construction Management
American Electric Power, AEP
10.2016 - 04.2023
- Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
- Managed EPC projects and contractors to ensure budgets and standards were met throughout construction.
- Coordinated procurement of project plans and specifications and routed data to construction management team.
- Managed projects from inception to completion across programming, design, bidding and construction management.
- Managed Transmission /Distribution Construction projects from all stages. Scoping - construction.
- Submitted outages for Crew, Verified Clearance points and clearance zones for de-energized work.
- Quality Control,Ensuring all works competed to Station / Line Standards
- Managed all change orders / Communicated with PM to ensure CO was approved or not
- Overseen and Verified all crane lifts had proper lifting plan and proper rigging in place.
Foreman
Vaughn Industries
01.2006 - 10.2016
- Improved project efficiency by implementing streamlined scheduling and resource allocation processes.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation of completed tasks and outstanding items requiring attention.
- Championed company values through consistent modeling of ethical behavior and adherence to corporate policies.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
Education
Construction Management
Edison State Community College
Piqua, OHTech And Engineering
Devry University
Columbus, OHConstruction Management
AEP Internal Transmission University
Columbus, OH2019
Skills
- Project Planning
- Contract Management
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Project Planning and Development
- Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
AEP Safety Award, 2018
Maintained perfect Outage schedule 2016-2023
Certification
- NCCCO Crane operator 2007-2022- Hydraulic Swing Cab Crane, Boom Truck
- OSHA 30
- Class A CDL
- AEP NERC CIP
- AEP Switching and Tagging
- Confined Space Training
- First Aid CPR w/AED
- PADI Scuba diver - 8 certifications
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manage
Matrix NAC
05.2023 - Current
Construction Management
American Electric Power, AEP
10.2016 - 04.2023
Foreman
Vaughn Industries
01.2006 - 10.2016
Construction Management
Edison State Community College
Tech And Engineering
Devry University
Construction Management
AEP Internal Transmission University
- NCCCO Crane operator 2007-2022- Hydraulic Swing Cab Crane, Boom Truck
- OSHA 30
- Class A CDL
- AEP NERC CIP
- AEP Switching and Tagging
- Confined Space Training
- First Aid CPR w/AED
- PADI Scuba diver - 8 certifications
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