Ronald Gaines

I am a motivated and results-focused professional with over 7 years of experience in manufacturing and tooling environments and extensive project management expertise. I have a proven track record of spearheading complex projects, managing budgets effectively, and optimizing manufacturing processes. I am seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills to drive successful outcomes for a leading company.

• General Atomics (ASI), SR Project Manager, 2020, Present, I lead facility modification projects, leveraging my 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and tooling environments to drive efficiency and quality., Collaborate with internal teams to determine scope, specifications, costs, and schedules, ensuring alignment with manufacturing objectives., Facilitate design review processes and value engineering exercises to optimize project outcomes in manufacturing facilities., Monitor project schedules, timelines, and budgets from initiation to completion, leveraging manufacturing expertise to streamline processes., Utilize various software tools to track schedules and budgets, maintaining accurate records and reports for manufacturing projects., Oversee all manufacturing facilities for General Atomics as a project manager, controlling budgets and strategizing planning with a focus on tooling environment optimization.
• Consolidated Building Systems Inc, El Cajon, CA, SR Construction Manager / Project Manager, 2016, 2020, Successfully managed remodeling and new building projects ranging from $50k to $3.5 million, integrating manufacturing and tooling principles for efficiency., Collaborated with stakeholders to establish revenue goals and implement strategies aligned with manufacturing requirements., Led project teams, assigned duties, and ensured projects met essential timelines, integrating tooling environment expertise for optimal outcomes., Prepared status reports and recommendations for senior leaders, highlighting manufacturing process improvements., Reviewed plans, solicited subcontractor bids, and monitored budgets throughout projects, with a keen focus on manufacturing cost optimization., Managed project schedules, contracts, material procurement, and on-site inspections, integrating tooling environment considerations for quality assurance., Conducted regular job site observations to ensure quality and client satisfaction, focusing on manufacturing process adherence., Implemented new techniques to improve process delivery, leveraging manufacturing and tooling expertise for continuous improvement.
• Employment Spotlight- SD&E Construction Management, Construction Management for the Capital Projects division, Construction Management for the Capital Projects division, overseeing $10 to $15 million annually for tenant improvements, design-build, and infrastructure upgrades., Managed Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Project Management, integrating tooling environment expertise for efficient installations., Developed EV plans, provided workflow and forecasting, and conducted project reporting on manufacturing efficiency., Completed municipal and specialty projects with complex organizational and scheduling requirements, leveraging manufacturing principles for optimal project delivery.
• Qualcomm, San Diego, CA, Project Manager, 2000, 2015, Directed multiple projects simultaneously, integrating manufacturing and tooling principles for efficient execution., Provided progress reports and budget variances to upper management, highlighting manufacturing cost savings and process improvements., I managed over 100 projects valued at approximately $500k each, focusing on manufacturing quality and efficiency.
• Qualcomm, San Diego, CA, Administrative Service Supervisor, 1996, 2000, Coordinated project requirements, cost estimates, and architectural specifications for ongoing projects, integrating manufacturing and tooling considerations., Managed a team of 30 direct reports and collaborated with multiple departments and senior management, emphasizing manufacturing process adherence., Successfully maintained budgets of $10 million, focusing on manufacturing cost optimization.