Tahj Silas
Chicago,IL
Summary
Resourceful and determined Project Manager with several years of experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Effectively managing schedules and budgets to ensure overall project success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and exercises high integrity using discretion in dealing with extremely sensitive and confidential company information. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Westmoreland Builders
06.2023 - Current
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Development Specialist
McDonald's Corporation
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Solely facilitated pre-construction, progress and punch walk meetings for the duration of multiple high dollar projects.
- Took franchisees initial ideas and fostered them to fruition.
- Monitored the daily progress and milestones of multiple high dollar projects concurrently.
- Regularly served as the point of contact for all liable parties involved in each project.
- Developed problem solving skills by responding to multiple on-site issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Effectively negotiated project bids to create mutually beneficial agreements.
TRIO-Youth Mentor/tutor
Near North Development Corp.
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Served as a positive role model by exhibiting strong work ethic, time management skills, and commitment to personal growth throughout the mentoring relationship.
- Increased youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in mentoring sessions.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, cultivating a culture of respect and understanding within the group.
- Collaborated with fellow mentors to create consistency in program delivery across all areas of focus.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science And Management
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, Alabama05.2020
Skills
- OSHA Standards
- Project Management
- General Construction
- Deadline driven
- Schedule Management
- Budget Control
- Conflict Management
- Advanced Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Stakeholder Communications
- Strategic Planning
- Meeting Facilitation
Organizations/ Hobbies
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, INC. - Member
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) -Certified Trainer
- North Texas Food Bank -Volunteer
Timeline
Project Manager
Westmoreland Builders
06.2023 - Current
Development Specialist
McDonald's Corporation
09.2020 - 06.2023
TRIO-Youth Mentor/tutor
Near North Development Corp.
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science And Management
Tuskegee University
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