Scott Ellsworth
Grandy
Summary
Results-oriented project manager with over a decade of experience in leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in optimizing project workflows and enhancing collaboration, with a commitment to achieving client objectives and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Owner
OBX Sugar Shack
Duck, NC
02.2025 - Current
- Manage daily operations, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Develop marketing strategies to increase foot traffic and brand awareness.
- Oversee inventory management, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Analyze sales trends to inform product selection and pricing strategies.
- Increased store revenue through effective product merchandising and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for exclusive access to new products or preferential buying terms.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Enhanced store aesthetics with strategic product displays that attracted customers'' attention and facilitated sales growth.
- Manage day-to-day business operations.
Project Manager
Bothar Construction
Binghamton, NY
01.2013 - 02.2025
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines.
- Managed cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and streamline project workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules and budgets, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
- Facilitated risk assessments and mitigation strategies, minimizing potential disruptions to project delivery.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing compliance with safety and industry standards.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices in project management methodologies and tools.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic decisions.
- 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.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, schedules, and resource allocation for construction initiatives.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress and compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on project status.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to develop innovative solutions for complex construction challenges.
- Supervised on-site teams to maintain high levels of productivity while adhering to established safety protocols.
- Managed budgets carefully while identifying opportunities for cost savings without sacrificing quality or timelines.
- Secured necessary permits for construction projects by effectively navigating regulatory requirements.
- Developed contingency plans to address unforeseen issues promptly, minimizing potential delays and disruptions in project timelines.
- Reduced construction costs by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
Volunteer Firefighter
Five Mile Point Fire Department
Kirkwood, NY
04.1996 - 02.2025
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assistance and support during fire incidents.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute fire suppression strategies and rescue operations.
- Mentored new firefighters on safety protocols, firefighting techniques, and equipment usage.
- Led incident command during large-scale emergencies, coordinating resources and personnel effectively.
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Provided swift medical assistance to injured individuals on scene as a certified first responder until paramedics arrived.
- Demonstrated adaptability during crises by adjusting tactics based on changing conditions or new information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor Central High School
Windsor, NYSkills
- Networking and partnership
- Business operations
- Customer service background
- Community engagement
- Supplier negotiation
- Waste reduction
- Project management
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Project estimating
- Staff management
- Crisis management
- Business management
Certification
ACI
Timeline
Shop Owner
OBX Sugar Shack
02.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Bothar Construction
01.2013 - 02.2025
Volunteer Firefighter
Five Mile Point Fire Department
04.1996 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Windsor Central High School