Philip Friesen
Carbondale,CO
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Applying a creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering teams to excel in performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Aspen Digger Inc.
03.2020 - Current
- Developed procedures to improve efficiency from estimation to project completion
- Improved cost control through effective allocation of subcontractors and site resources.
- Oversee project billing
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Negotiated contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
SGF Trucking LLC
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Doubles and Triples endorsements.
Regional Field Superintendent
Gazelle Transportation LLC
03.2013 - 04.2016
- Oversaw regional field operations
- Trained and educated over 40 new employees on newly developed policies and hauling practices
- Built and maintained new customer relationships and ensured their demands were met
- Coordinated with oil producers and oil traders to achieve operational efficiency
- Developed and implemented safety programs and procedures to ensure the safe purchase and delivery of crude oil to customers
- Strong leader in the safety culture of the oil and gas industry
Beer and Wine Delivery Specialist
Multiple
03.2007 - 04.2013
- Class A delivery driver trainer
- Worked for large beer distributing companies to include Coors Distributing Company, Anheuser Busch Sales Company, and Republic National Distributors
- Managed distribution routes across the state of Colorado
- Won multiple awards for sales, safety and customer relations
Airborne Infantryman
United States Army
02.2002 - 06.2006
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Military Achievement Award
- Global War on Terror Campaign Badge
- Parachutist Badge
Education
Google Project Management Professional Certificate
Google
Agile / Predictive Project Management Kickoff
Project Management Institute
OSHA Certified
Lancaster Safety Consulting
Trenching And Excavation Competent Person
Lancaster Safety Consulting
Skills
- Project Management processes and Procedures
- Construction Management
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Sales and Negotiation
- Change Order Management
- Microsoft Office Suite Expertise
- Google Office Suite Expertise
Timeline
Project Manager
Aspen Digger Inc.
03.2020 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
SGF Trucking LLC
04.2016 - 03.2020
Regional Field Superintendent
Gazelle Transportation LLC
03.2013 - 04.2016
Beer and Wine Delivery Specialist
Multiple
03.2007 - 04.2013
Airborne Infantryman
United States Army
02.2002 - 06.2006
Google Project Management Professional Certificate
Google
Agile / Predictive Project Management Kickoff
Project Management Institute
OSHA Certified
Lancaster Safety Consulting
Trenching And Excavation Competent Person
Lancaster Safety Consulting
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