Qwanchivalous Edwards
Chicago,IL
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 8 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Villa World Construction
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - Current
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Generated revenues with 10% growth rate annually.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Consulted with 100 customers annually to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Project Manager
Villa World Construction
Chicago, IL
06.2020 - Current
- Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Fostered relationships with 150 vendors to promote positive working relationships.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Orchestrated 250 projects annually within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
Senior HVAC Technician
Villa World Construction
Chicago, IL
07.2014 - 06.2020
- Conducted 100 minimum maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work annually.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
- Monitored building environmental conditions.
Maintenace Supervisor
U.S. Army
Ft. Bragg, NC
08.2007 - 12.2014
- Supervise Maintenance section of 35 personnel that ensures that wheeled vehicles are in proper operation within their full spectrum, in order to carry out daily missions
- Perform 400 quality assurance checks monthly of fleets wheeled motor vehicles before they are put into operation
- Log and track maintenance
- Test automotive equipment’s and components
- Listened to customer complaints and based diagnosis on that information
- Employing 200 hand and power tools
- Give best service to customers.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules for a fleet of 700 vehicles, 100 generators, 3500 weapons, to boost system performance.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Buisness Administration
University of The People
Pasadena, CANo Degree - Information Technology Project Management
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Chicago, IL2016
No Degree - General Automotive Mechanics
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA2010
High School Diploma -
Waukegan HS
Waukegan, IL06.2007
Skills
- Mechanics
- Digital Photograph
- Carpentry
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Information Technology
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Financial Management
- Project Estimation
- Safety and Risk management
- Blueprint reading and site survey
- Project planning and development
Accomplishments
- Experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry
- Skilled in Project Estimation, Procurement, Project Management, Renovation, and Construction and Construction Operations
- An individual who is passionate about construction and teamwork as well as capable of working under time constrains and can lead from the front.
Certification
Ashworth College Auto Mechanics 2013 - 2014 New Horizons Computer Learning Centers - Englewood Information Technology Project Management Licenses & Certifications Cert Prep: Project Management Professional (PMP) - LinkedIn Section 608 EPA Certification Program ( For Stationary HVACR Systems and Equipment ) - TPC Trainco 1035021 Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Lean Sigma Corporation
Timeline
Project Manager
Villa World Construction
06.2020 - Current
Senior HVAC Technician
Villa World Construction
07.2014 - 06.2020
Owner/Operator
Villa World Construction
06.2014 - Current
Maintenace Supervisor
U.S. Army
08.2007 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Buisness Administration
University of The People
No Degree - Information Technology Project Management
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
No Degree - General Automotive Mechanics
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
Waukegan HS