Nick Engstrom
Delano,MN
Summary
Results-driven Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing project lifecycles. Skilled in problem-solving and risk mitigation, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget to drive organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Michels Road & Stone, Inc.
Otsego, MN
06.2022 - Current
- Managed project scope, timeline and budget in alignment with company objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and deliverables were met.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope and requirements effectively.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
- Monitored project progress and adjusted schedules as necessary to maintain alignment.
- Coordinated resources across departments and teams, facilitating successful project completions and enhancing collaboration.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients, fostering relationships that led to additional project opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors to secure favorable terms.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for compliance with company policies, minimizing risks and ensuring standards.
- Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for project management and workflow efficiency.
- Successfully managed relationships with all stakeholders.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Visited locations to observe operations and determine opportunities to streamline processes and achieve cost reductions.
Project Manager
Michels Road & Stone, Inc.
Brownsville, Wisconsin
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Led project planning and execution for infrastructure development projects.
- Conducted regular project status meetings to track progress, address challenges, and align team efforts.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Monitored project progress to ensure on-time delivery of deliverables meeting established quality standards.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams for successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Identified project risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts on timelines and outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Project Manager
Geyer Signal
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
04.2005 - 12.2017
- Led planning and execution of infrastructure development projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholder goals.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines, prioritizing tasks to meet delivery timelines and stakeholder expectations.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software to enhance project tracking and accountability.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Conducted regular project status meetings to track progress and resolve issues.
- Trained junior team members on project management best practices and tools.
Education
Associate of Science - Architectural Construction Technologies
St. Cloud Technical College
Saint Cloud, MN11-2009
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Scope definition
- Risk mitigation
- Cost control
- Schedule coordination
- Resource allocation
- Change management
- Contract negotiation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Multi-project management
- Technical monitoring
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Michels Road & Stone, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Michels Road & Stone, Inc.
02.2017 - 06.2022
Project Manager
Geyer Signal
04.2005 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Architectural Construction Technologies
St. Cloud Technical College