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Robert McCall

Forney,TX

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Possesses extensive experience in all aspects of utility construction and telecom operations. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee/contractor engagement and boost performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Operations

LightStream Networks, LLC
09.2015 - Current
  • Oversee physical plant operations of the company
  • Personally oversee construction of any projects related to E-Rate customers
  • Coordinate planned maintenance events and respond with speed and efficiency to unplanned maintenance events
  • Coordinate with market partners for construction and maintenance of company owned fiber networks.

Senior Construction Project Manager

Logix Fiber Networks
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Collaborated with customers, contractors, architects, engineers, and permitting entities to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to company quality standards.
  • Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.

Senior OSP Engineering Manager

Alpheus Communications
07.2014 - 01.2018
  • Managed multiple large projects simultaneously while supervising junior project managers and internal field operations. Including everything from maintenance of existing plant, forced relocates and extensive new builds.
  • Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Designed and managed fiber network construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and permitting entities.
  • Consistently received company awards and bonuses based on excellence in budget and time management.
  • Alpheus Communications was acquired by Logix Fiber Networks in January 2018.

Regional Construction Manager

Unite Private Networks
Dallas, TX
11.2011 - 07.2014
  • Designed and managed successful construction of intricate multi-million dollar fiber optic network projects, including DWDM & large multi-ring diverse networks(275+ sites), from concept to completion.
  • Worked closely with executive management, sales and customer to ensure network design meets both customer needs/requests and company financial goals.
  • Manage numerous multisite projects in multiple states simultaneously w/ both budget and timeline constraints.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.

Construction Supervisor

Network Construction Services, LLC
01.2009 - 11.2011
  • Efficiently delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members skillset.
  • Operate extensive machinery (excavators, trenchers, vibratory plows, directional boring machines, etc.)
  • Extensive aerial plant experience. Being performed both out of a bucket truck and off hooks.
  • Enforced strict safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents in a 3 year time period.
  • Turn key operation focusing heavily on long haul, middle mile and FTTH applications.

Combination Technician

Fairpoint Communications, Inc
11.2006 - 01.2009
  • Handled DSL and Tip/Ring troubles displaying good problem solving skills.
  • Installed and provisioned new central office equipment.
  • Coordinated construction projects.
  • Handled new DSL and POTS installs.
  • Troubleshoot T1 problems.
  • Achieved many levels of safety certification using ClarityNet and Oracle training systems.

Education

Associate of Science - Communications Technology

Northwest Kansas Technical College
Goodland, KS
05.2006

Skills

  • Budget Development
  • Operations Oversight
  • Employee Relations
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Customer Relations
  • KPI Tracking
  • Employee Development
  • Department Oversight
  • Team Leadership
  • Cost Analysis and Savings

Timeline

Senior Construction Project Manager

Logix Fiber Networks
01.2018 - 01.2024

Head of Operations

LightStream Networks, LLC
09.2015 - Current

Senior OSP Engineering Manager

Alpheus Communications
07.2014 - 01.2018

Regional Construction Manager

Unite Private Networks
11.2011 - 07.2014

Construction Supervisor

Network Construction Services, LLC
01.2009 - 11.2011

Combination Technician

Fairpoint Communications, Inc
11.2006 - 01.2009

Associate of Science - Communications Technology

Northwest Kansas Technical College

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