Nicholas Smith

· Led a department of six throughout all contract, estimating and project management functions to support 750 FTE’s.
· Continuously developed internal process improvement with each department in the organization
· Provided operations with data to strategically expand business opportunities.
· Organized project and contract information into concise change order request.

· Managed three divisions totaling 330 FTE’s in distribution line construction and maintenance
· Responsible for MSA and bid contracts in all distribution disciplines: storm restoration, overhead/underground construction, and maintenance.
· Accountable for a P&L statement over $90M.
· Developed & conducted corrective actions internally and externally relating to safety.
· Led division through multiple management changes without negative impacts to stakeholders.
· Implemented corporate software changes across a large division including accounting, fleet & safety reporting.

· Led all estimating and project management functions for the division.
· Engaged with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects were executed.
· Developed a backlog of contracts to minimize downtime and increase productivity.
· Assisted in safety initiatives.
· Main point of contact for corporate information and changes

· Implemented project management across all business units while improving construction and financial reporting and tracking techniques.
· Documented and organized project information for change order resolution.
· Managed projects from bid request to final closeout and payment.