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Sean P. Trapani

Newport News,VA

Summary

Motivated administration professional with 30 years of experience at the Virginia Department of Transportation, transitioning from Maintenance Operations to managing construction projects. Skilled in building strong working relationships with staff, supervisors, and community members. Strong Residency Administrator specializing in long-range planning and budgeting for construction and maintenance programs across six counties. Over 9 years of experience in Private Sector Project Management. Seeking a challenging position that leverages expertise in finances and vehicle management. Currently retired and open to part-time or full-time opportunities.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

QA/Regional PM

Deangelo Contracting Services
03.2022 - 05.2025
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute regional project initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans using industry-standard tools, enhancing workflow efficiency and clarity.
  • Mentored junior project managers, fostering skill development and promoting best practices across the organization.
  • Streamlined communication processes among stakeholders, improving collaboration and reducing project delays.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential obstacles, implementing mitigation strategies to safeguard project timelines.
  • Facilitated regular project reviews, utilizing feedback to drive continuous improvement in operational performance.
  • Established key performance indicators for projects, enabling data-driven decision-making and accountability among team members.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion and optimal resource utilization.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to junior staff members in their career development while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Championed change management initiatives, promoting a culture of adaptability within the project team.
  • Implemented performance tracking systems to monitor progress and drive accountability among team members.
  • Coordinated training programs for team members, enhancing their skill sets and contributing to overall project success.
  • Ensured consistent compliance with industry regulations by staying current on relevant laws and best practices.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the project team by actively seeking feedback from all stakeholders involved.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, negotiating contracts that maximized value while minimizing costs for the organization.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans that clearly outlined objectives, timelines, and milestones for all team members.
  • Led regional expansion initiatives, overseeing successful integration of new business units into existing operations.
  • Conducted regular status updates with key stakeholders to maintain transparency and ensure alignment on project goals.
  • Spearheaded process improvements to optimize workflow and reduce overall project costs.
  • Balanced competing priorities effectively, successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations that resulted in mutually beneficial outcomes for both parties involved in the projects'' implementation.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to identify potential opportunities for new projects or expansions in existing markets.
  • Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement for future initiatives.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.

Project Manager

DBI Services
04.2015 - 08.2021
  • PM April 2015 current. Project Manager in charge of multi million dollar Operations and Maintenance Contract for I95 Fredericksburg District VDOT. Planning and scheduling work, planning resources and budgeting to ensure compliance with contracts while still forecasting and maintaining 25-30% profit margin consistantly. Monitor and report financial information. Maintain and purchase fleet and necessary resources to be consistantly compliant and successful. Plan human resource needs and manage Supt’s and Area Managers to accomplish tasks. PM at WWB Project Alexandria VA. Same duties as Fredericksburg but larger project.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute complex project plans and achieve organizational goals.
  • Developed and implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays.
  • Streamlined communication processes among stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and project visibility.
  • Oversaw project budgets, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic objectives.
  • Mentored junior project managers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Evaluated project performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives across various projects.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring alignment of expectations and successful project outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • 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.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • 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.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
  • Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Enhanced project delivery times by streamlining communication channels between development and operations teams.
  • Promoted innovation within project teams, encouraging exploration of new tools and methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
  • Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
  • Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.

Retired Residency Administrator

Virginia Department of Transportation
05.1985 - 03.2015
  • Started with the Agency as an Equipment Operator, progressing to Construction Inspector, Project Engineer in NOVA; worked on various Dulles Toll Road projects; became Project Engineer of Phase 2 and 3 of the Springfield Interchange Project. Accepted position of Assistant Residency Administrator in 2000 and have been a Residency Administrator since 2005.
  • 14 years direct experience working in a VDOT Residency with direct supervisory responsibility of leading and managing the maintenance programs of the Counties in the VDOT Residencies. These responsibilities included administering the multimillion-dollar programs with ensuring and guiding the planning of maintenance needs, budgeting appropriately and the responsibilities of reporting the status of needs and accomplishments. All with the goal of improving the overall condition of the roadways. Direct responsibilities of planning for emergency operations and emergency events that arise on the roadways under my responsibility. Directly involved during emergency operations to ensure adequate resources are deployed to ensure public safety. Emergency Operations included responsibility of managing snow removal or weather events including tornadoes, hurricane, flooding, Incident management of major roadway crashes including hazardous material or cargo spills, managing and reporting on situation to include incident status, detour information, and traffic congestion. Served as Fredericksburg District Duty Officer on rotational schedule maintaining situational awareness for 14 Counties including reporting out and ensuring the 95 corridor was intact.
  • During the VDOT Residency employment, I had responsibility for ensuring the safety of the traveling public and the 90+ employees under my responsibility, this included fostering a safe work environment to ensure occupational safety. Promoted this environment by being familiar with VOSH and agency laws and policies. Reviewing operational planning and operations to ensure compliance with VWAPM and regulations. Advised staff appropriately for corrections when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Louisa County High School
Louisa, VA
06.1982

Many Certifications - Construction Management Institute, Project Scheduling, E&S, Safety

Skills

  • Managed and enhanced governmental collaborations while serving as VDOT liaison
  • Experienced in financial planning and oversight
  • Work proactively to investigate, resolve, and diffuse conflict situations
  • Analyze problem situations and implement solutions
  • Thorough knowledge of roadway maintenance operations
  • Strong administrative skills managing a Residency with 92 employees
  • Strong management of emergency operations from snow removal to hurricanes
  • Analytical thinker
  • Project management
  • Public speaking
  • Strong professional relationships with VDOT personnel

Timeline

QA/Regional PM

Deangelo Contracting Services
03.2022 - 05.2025

Project Manager

DBI Services
04.2015 - 08.2021

Retired Residency Administrator

Virginia Department of Transportation
05.1985 - 03.2015

High School Diploma -

Louisa County High School

Many Certifications - Construction Management Institute, Project Scheduling, E&S, Safety

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