Paul Simmons, PMP
Charlotte,TN
Summary
Accomplished Branch Manager with a proven track record in optimizing operations and driving significant growth. Expert in enhancing team performance and improving customer satisfaction, resulting in increased profitability. Demonstrated strengths in strategic planning, problem-solving, and customer relationship management, complemented by effective sales strategy implementation and staff development. Successfully increased branch productivity through process optimization and the cultivation of high-performing teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent II-Low Voltage
Jedunn/Aptitude
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current
- Manage low-voltage solutions.
- Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
- Participated in safety training sessions to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
Senior Project Manager
ADT/Everon
, Remote
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored progress of projects against established timelines and budgets.
- Outlined work plans, assessed resources and determined timelines for projects.
- Directed implementation of security and alert systems at multiple Lowe's distribution centers across the U.S.
- I was in charge of forecasting, change order requests, backlog reporting, billing, subcontractors, and design implementation.
- Reviewed final results of each project before delivery.
Branch Manager
Koorsen Fire and Security
Nashville, TN
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed operations and resolved issues, ensuring seamless team workflow.
- Oversaw a $11.7M budget, maintaining financial stability.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase customer sales, driving significant revenue growth.
- Conduct performance assessments and create improvement plans, fostering employee development.
- Managed employee hiring processes from onboarding through training, in alignment with company goals.
- Optimized P&L reporting processes, boosting financial clarity and precision within three months.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues, mitigating risks effectively.
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
Project Manager
Koorsen Fire and Security
Nashville, TN
02.2015 - 03.2022
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- Had projects from $25,000 to $3.1 million.
- Trained new employees on NFPA standards.
- Held monthly safety and programming classes.
- Forecasting, billing, design compliance, code reinforcement, backlog, P&L reporting, and assisted sales.
- Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
Lead Tech/Field Project Manager
SWC
Nashville, TN
02.2006 - 02.2015
- Installed EST-3 and Notifier fire alarm systems.
- Installed Indenticard and Matrix access control solutions.
- Project managed a $3.2 million EST-3 Voice EVAC system at Owensboro Medical Center.
- Was responsible for 30 techs and subs on this project.
- Prepared presentations summarizing key accomplishments achieved through completed projects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
Education
PMP -
PMI
Skills
- Project Planning
- Financial Budgeting
- Effective Team Leadership
- Employee Skill Enhancement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Schedule management
- Access control systems
- Surveillance technologies
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Low-voltage solutions
- P&L reporting
- Safety compliance
Certification
Nicet Level 3 Fire Alarm, NICET
Manufactures of Systems
- Notifier
- FCI
- EST3
- EST Fireworks
- Siemens
- Firelite
- Silent Knight
- DMP
- Openeye
- Lenel
- Identicard
- March DVR
Timeline
Superintendent II-Low Voltage
Jedunn/Aptitude
01.2024 - Current
Senior Project Manager
ADT/Everon
07.2023 - 12.2023
Branch Manager
Koorsen Fire and Security
03.2022 - 07.2023
Project Manager
Koorsen Fire and Security
02.2015 - 03.2022
Lead Tech/Field Project Manager
SWC
02.2006 - 02.2015
PMP -
PMI
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