Penny Popoola
Project Management, Construction
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Self-motivated Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering diverse projects from inception through completion. Known for clear stakeholder communication, disciplined schedule management, and effective budget control.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
RMJH Investments of Missouri/ Kansas LLC and Penny Savely LLC
Kansas City
05.2025 - Current
- Engaged as an independent contractor by a former manager from prior employment based on established trust and prior performance.
- Self-direct full lifecycle delivery of whole-home remodeling projects, ranging from acquision to closing, ensuring investor profitability with renovation costs ranging from $130k- $205k.
Senior Project Manager- Kansas City
Wedgewood Inc.
Redondo Beach, CA
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Promoted from Project Manager to Senior Project Manager after 17 months with the company.
- Led end-to-end planning and execution of 80+ construction projects across a multi-site residential portfolio over 4 years.
- Directed scope development, estimating, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and quality control for projects ranging from $65K–$165k, ensuring consistent delivery within budget and timeline constraints.
- Maintained territory profitability across the Kansas City region while absorbing additional project volume during periods of staffing shortages and PM turnover, ensuring uninterrupted project delivery, closing out 40+ projects in one calendar year.
- Trained and mentored 2 Junior Project Managers.
- Consistently ranked as a top-performing Project Manager in the Midwest territory based on schedule adherence, cost control, and overall project financial performance.
Field Supervisor
Premier Roofing Company
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2018 - 12.2021
- First year with company, second highest performing sales representative out of 200+ reps.
- Promoted to Field Supervisor 7 months after commencement, first female supervisor in company's 16 year history.
- Trained 10+ sales reps and kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
- Maintained consistent client communication throughout project delivery, resulting in multiple client referrals.
Account Manager/ Solutions Consultant
Sumner One
Lenexa, KS
05.2013 - 03.2017
- First of 4 New Business Development Reps to be promoted to Account Manager
- Exceeded 1st year ramp up quota and surpassed normal Account manager quota
- Closed major account (50+ copy machines)
- Performed detailed research of customer business structures to accurately tailor copier configurations to unique needs of each
- Developed and maintained long-term relationships with clients, fostering strong service bonds and encouraging return patronage
- Investigated issues and developed effective solutions
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature And Communication Studies
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2013
Skills
- Project Leadership & End-to-End Delivery
- Preconstruction Planning & Scope Development
- Schedule, Cost & Financial Controls
- Construction Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Subcontractor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Risk Management & Issue Resolution
Timeline
Independent Contractor
RMJH Investments of Missouri/ Kansas LLC and Penny Savely LLC
05.2025 - Current
Senior Project Manager- Kansas City
Wedgewood Inc.
09.2021 - 05.2025
Field Supervisor
Premier Roofing Company
04.2018 - 12.2021
Account Manager/ Solutions Consultant
Sumner One
05.2013 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature And Communication Studies
University of Kansas