Ricardo Martinez
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dynamic Turnaround Division Manager at Code Red Safety with a proven track record in operations management and staff training. Enhanced safety protocols, driving a significant reduction in incidents while fostering a culture of compliance. Skilled in budget administration and cross-functional team coordination, achieving consistent growth in market share through strategic planning and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Turnaround Division Manager
Code Red Safety
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and reduce safety incidents.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff, fostering a culture of compliance. SOP
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic safety initiatives.
- Analyzed safety metrics to identify trends, driving data-informed decisions for process improvement.
- Mentored junior managers in leadership techniques and effective team management strategies.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, (CSTS, Rescue, TA, HWFW) enhancing collaboration on all projects.
- Spearheaded initiatives to advance workplace safety protocols, resulting in improved employee engagement and awareness.
- Identified areas of improvement in operational workflows to better align resources with organizational goals.
- Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures across the division.
- Controlled costs by streamlining operations.
- Fostered a positive work environment through open communication, transparent decision-making processes, and employee recognition programs.
- Supervised daily planning, coordination and administration for division operations.
- Increased division efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new management strategies.
- Enhanced employee performance with comprehensive training programs and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Set and oversaw division budgets in excess of $32 Million per year.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration efforts both internally and externally.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry standards, guidelines, and policies, conducting internal audits as necessary.
- Achieved consistent growth in market share through targeted marketing efforts, competitive analysis, and strategic planning activities.
- Boosted customer satisfaction rates by addressing concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Optimized financial performance with prudent budgeting practices, cost control efforts, and revenue generation initiatives.
- Implemented data-driven decision making to improve operational procedures and drive overall business success.
- Led negotiations with key suppliers, securing favorable terms that improved bottom line.
- Implemented customer feedback system that led to noticeable improvement in client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed complex projects from conception to completion, ensuring they were delivered within budget.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Completed all timesheet approvals.
- Successfully made sure the TA division was in compliance with DISA regulations within each facility.
- Successfully managed all HASC and ISTC sites for each employee.
Project Manager
Code Red Safety
05.2020 - 01.2023
- Led project planning sessions to establish timelines and resource allocation.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables were met on schedule.
- Implemented risk management strategies to enhance project safety and compliance standards.
- Developed and maintained project documentation for stakeholder communication and reporting.
- Analyzed project performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement.
- Facilitated training workshops for team members on safety protocols and best practices.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure necessary resources for project execution.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased efficiency across multiple projects.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Enhanced project delivery times by streamlining communication channels between development and operations teams.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Project Coordinator
Taylor Waterproofing
02.2017 - 05.2020
- Coordinated project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of waterproofing solutions.
- Managed communication between stakeholders, fostering collaboration and transparency throughout projects.
- Developed project documentation, including scopes, timelines, and progress reports to track milestones.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project delays.
- Monitored budget allocations and resource utilization to optimize project outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Streamlined procurement processes for project resources, cutting down on delays and fostering smoother project execution.
- Led resolution of critical project issues, mitigating risks and preventing significant delays in project milestones.
- Completed all timesheet approvals and expense reports.
Project Manager
Sprint Safety
09.2013 - 02.2017
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
- Oversaw implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, and progress.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ross S. Sterling
Baytown, TX05-2007
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Customer relationship development
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Strategic planning
- Inventory control
- Operations planning
- Performance improvements
- Performance management
- Policy development
- Financial administration
- Budget administration
- System design
- Profit and loss analysis
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Team building
- Hiring and training
- Goal setting
- Performance evaluation
- DISA Training
- HASC and ISCT log in for sites set-up
- Excel Spreadsheets
Timeline
Turnaround Division Manager
Code Red Safety
01.2023 - 12.2025
Project Manager
Code Red Safety
05.2020 - 01.2023
Project Coordinator
Taylor Waterproofing
02.2017 - 05.2020
Project Manager
Sprint Safety
09.2013 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Ross S. Sterling