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Education
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Accomplishments
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Paul Irrgang

West Chester,PA

Summary

Proactive Construction Coordinator experienced in managing a variety of construction teams and projects. Successful in creating effective communication between personnel, general contractors and the management team.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

FiOptix
West Chester , PA
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with business goals.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve service delivery.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and communication.
  • Analyzed performance data to identify areas for process improvement.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
  • Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers ensuring best value pricing options were secured.
  • Organized and oversaw work schedules of departmental managers.
  • Analyzed financial data to make informed decisions on cost savings initiatives.
  • Coordinated activities between different departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.

Director of Operations

QualTek
Swedesboro, NJ
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations and ensured efficient workflow across departments.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve service delivery.
  • Established safety protocols and ensured compliance across all operational areas.
  • Led training programs to enhance staff skills and promote a culture of safety.
  • Analyzed operational performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to align operations with organizational goals.
  • Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

Construction Tech 2

Comcast
Swedesboro, NJ
03.2020 - 01.2023

Contributed to Division Capacity Node Split team to address heightened P2 workload resulting from Covid-19.
Handled all Tier 3 operations for Freedom Region in P2, achieving complete task fulfillment.
Managed business partner invoicing and final reconciliation at a 100 percent success rate.
Assisted in supervising Tier 2 Genesis node splits alongside multiple contractors in region.
Monitored specialist performance to guarantee compliance with SLA on P2 assignments.
Conducted training for new hires and business partners as part of onboarding initiatives.
Served as a resource throughout construction phases, providing assistance from estimates to invoicing.

Construction Tech 2

Comcast
Downingtown, PA
02.2009 - 02.2022

Successfully managed all facets of both residential and commercial construction between builders/ developers, utilities, surveyors, design teams, and multiply contractors. All projects where done at or below budget and meet the SLA. Successfully resolved customer complaint for Chester County.

Construction Supervisor

Comcast
Downingtown, Pa
04.2008 - 02.2009
Successfully supervised twelve employees in both commercial and residential construction and maintenance responsibilities. Fostered a safe work environment and preformed employee evaluations and corrective action as needed.

31U (Communications specialist)

United States Army
Ft Bragg, NC
09.1993 - 09.1997
Responsible for maintaining unit readiness for battalion communications for both the 82nd airborne Division and the 18th Airborne Corp which was essential for mission success of these specialized groups. Received many awards for my successful unit and team management.

Education

Airborne Insertion

United States Army Airborne School
1994

Communications

United States Army
1993

General

United States Army Basic Training
1993

High School Diploma - General

West Chester East High School
1993

Skills

  • Building codes and regulations
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Detail-oriented organization
  • Project budgeting
  • MS Office proficiency
  • FTTP project management
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Team building
  • Process development
  • P2 proficiency
  • Operational strategy
  • Performance analysis
  • Policy formulation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Safety compliance
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Effective communication

Accomplishments

During my time as the Director at Qualtek and FiOptix I reviewed and implemented processes which improved our on time completion percentage from 35% to as high as 98%.

Took the initiative to learn the NJUNS process and cleared a backlog of roughly four thousand combined pending tickets in Chester county, Delaware county, Bucks county, and Montgomery county. Have been a member of the Safety committee since 2008 and helped to foster a safe work environment.

Was picked to move to the Capacity Node Seg team to help with P2 where I helped create a workflow and also reporting. Monitored invoicing to ensure the PO was balanced, and Jobs were closed out in a timely manner.

Timeline

Director of Operations

FiOptix
01.2024 - 04.2025

Director of Operations

QualTek
01.2023 - 02.2024

Construction Tech 2

Comcast
03.2020 - 01.2023

Construction Tech 2

Comcast
02.2009 - 02.2022

Construction Supervisor

Comcast
04.2008 - 02.2009

31U (Communications specialist)

United States Army
09.1993 - 09.1997

Airborne Insertion

United States Army Airborne School

Communications

United States Army

General

United States Army Basic Training

High School Diploma - General

West Chester East High School