Shawn Blankenship
Summary
Seasoned electrical professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities and updates clients. In my current role as Vice President of Construction, I've personally managed over $45M in electrical projects with average profit margins nearing 20%. I've built relationships with many general contractors and other electrical companies in the area and have a proven track record of successfully completing projects. I have a passion for staying current in this ever-changing industry as well as the drive to continue to educate myself to better my abilities as a leader in the industry. Work hard, stay humble.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Construction
Shaw Electric Company
10.2020 - Current
- Estimate and oversee financial aspects of all projects.
- Perform regular job site observations to provide direction for day to day operations.
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Track project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Development and implementation of construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Lead in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Prepare detailed project estimates and reports for general contractors.
- Lead weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Implement systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Analyze and evaluate construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
- Obtain building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Conduct critical pre-installation conferences with internal personnel to maximize project efficiency.
- Use computer software to design construction plans, track project performance, manage financial aspects of a project, and maintain the project schedule.
Senior Project Manager
Shaw Electric Company
11.2015 - 10.2020
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Service Technician
Shaw Electric Company
06.2001 - 11.2015
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Supervised a wide variety of commercial electrical projects and in hospitals.
- Performed specialty services including critical emergency power maintenance, infrared diagnostics, and power quality studies.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls and customer interactions for training and accountability purposes.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
Electrical Technology Adjunct Instructor
Kansas City Kansas Community College
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
Electrician
Shaw Electric Company
01.1999 - 06.2001
- Completed the IBEW JATC apprenticeship program within the fist year of employment at Shaw Electric Company.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
Electrical Apprentice
Premiere Electric
03.1998 - 01.1999
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
Electrical Apprentice
Vincent & Son's Electric
05.1997 - 03.1998
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
Electrician
Beamer Electric
09.1993 - 05.1997
- First introduction into the electrical industry.
- On the job training from experienced electricians.
Education
Continued Education
Journeyman Electrician - Electrical
IBEW #124 Apprenticeship Program
Kansas City05.2000
No Degree - General Studies
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KSHigh School Diploma -
Washington High School
Kansas City, KS05.1990
Skills
- Trimble Accubid Estimating software
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Project, Excel, Word
- Spectrum Accounting software
- Submittals Coordination
- Operations Oversight
- Project Planning
- Project Close-Out
- Cost Tracking
- Job Planning
- Permit Processing
- Production Planning
Timeline
Vice President of Construction
Shaw Electric Company
10.2020 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Shaw Electric Company
11.2015 - 10.2020
Electrical Technology Adjunct Instructor
Kansas City Kansas Community College
09.2014 - 05.2015
Service Technician
Shaw Electric Company
06.2001 - 11.2015
Electrician
Shaw Electric Company
01.1999 - 06.2001
Electrical Apprentice
Premiere Electric
03.1998 - 01.1999
Electrical Apprentice
Vincent & Son's Electric
05.1997 - 03.1998
Electrician
Beamer Electric
09.1993 - 05.1997
Continued Education
Journeyman Electrician - Electrical
IBEW #124 Apprenticeship Program
No Degree - General Studies
University of Kansas
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
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