Rick Fett
Sr Project Manager
West Olive,MI
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Bluewater Technologies Group
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2022 - Current
- I meticulously planned, executed, and concluded projects within tight deadlines and budgetary limits. Frequently, I achieved significant cost reductions of 7 to 10% on average.
- Acquired resources and coordinated the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan
- I manage and supervise project lifecycles from beginning to end, maintaining close collaboration with senior management and stakeholders throughout the entire process.
- Developed, managed and executed full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
- Effectively set and communicated success criteria, necessary contingency plans and project expectations to team members and stakeholders
- Drafted and submitted budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes
- Negotiated with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel/resources from within the company
- Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations
- Coached, mentored, motivated, and supervised project team members, contractors and influenced them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
- I established, cultivated, and expanded essential business relationships crucial to project success. Through recommending additional products and services to clients, I boosted overall sales by an average of 4%.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
Senior Project Manager
StudioCraft
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2019 - 06.2022
- I optimized the manufacturing process by introducing and integrating project management software, leading to a 16% increase in manufacturing efficiency. Additionally, this initiative enhanced both internal and external communication channels.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track
- Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities
- Formulated integration system process flows, business process model and notation (BPMN) plans and data mapping diagrams based on stakeholders' specifications, technology surveys and interviews
- Oversaw internal and external projects by reviewing activities, maximizing efficiency and increasing collaboration and communication transparency
- Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kickoff meetings, joint application designing and planning sessions to validate requirements
- Developed procedures and implemented software for real time collaboration for all stakeholders, increasing communication and accountability
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Reduced installation errors by meticulously following blueprints and schematic diagrams.
Territory Manager - Sales and Service
WeatherVane Roofing
Grand Haven, Michigan
10.2013 - 08.2019
- Attended industry shows, conventions and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities
- Interpreted sales and pricing policies to departmental personnel and customers
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers to increase overall sales by 200k
- Implemented targeted marketing strategies and introduced Salesforce to improve lead response times and create new opportunities, resulting in over a 54% growth in year 2.
- Coached and managed sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach their targets
- Conducted thorough research on competitors' activities and products to identify emerging trends and target new revenue streams.
Territory Account Manager
Herman Miller
Zeeland, Michigan
01.2000 - 10.2013
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
- Built and strengthened long term client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms
- Liaised with external customers and internal departments to provide and gather information enabling customer requirements to be met
- Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand
- Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth
- Introduced new processes to improve data analysis
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
Project Manager
Jost International
Grand Haven, Michigan
09.1998 - 07.2000
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
- Negotiated prices for products and freights to reduce cost of acquisition by achieving lower price
- Sold new products and services and developed new accounts to maximize revenue potential
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms
- Liaised with external customers and internal departments to provide and gather information enabling customer requirements to be met
- Analyzed key competitors to respond to competitive threats
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily
- Negotiated with various freight companies and received annual contracts.
Contractor Sales
Rycenga Building Center
Grand Haven, Michigan
07.1992 - 05.1998
- Contractor Sales
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends
- Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
Education
Associates of Finance Accounting - Finance
08.1992 - 05.1995
Skills
Sales expertiseBusiness development and planningBusiness networkingOperationsProduct and service salesVendor and contract negotiationsNew Business DevelopmentProject Management SoftwareProject planning and developmentBusiness process re-engineeringProject estimation and biddingContract ManagementLogistics ManagementStrategic planningMSCE Microsoft Systems Certified EngineerEstimatingPermittingConstruction managementTechnology integrationSystems EngineeringProfessional SummaryExperienced Senior Project Manager skillful at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service
Timeline
Senior Project Manager - Bluewater Technologies Group
06.2022 - Current
Senior Project Manager - StudioCraft
08.2019 - 06.2022
Territory Manager - Sales and Service - WeatherVane Roofing
10.2013 - 08.2019
Territory Account Manager - Herman Miller
01.2000 - 10.2013
Project Manager - Jost International
09.1998 - 07.2000
Baker College - Associates of Finance Accounting, Finance
08.1992 - 05.1995
Contractor Sales - Rycenga Building Center
07.1992 - 05.1998