Thomas F. Brockway
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager with a proven track record at Jarrett Concrete Products, adept in technical blueprint interpretation and strategic decision-making. Excelled in leading teams to deliver projects with an average of 10% cost savings, demonstrating exceptional leadership and multi-tasking abilities. Achieved a 20% reduction in logistics costs, underscoring a commitment to efficiency and project safety.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Jarrett Concrete Products
Ashland City, TN
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Performed project tracking for over 150 projects totaling over $6,000,000 through clear and concise time management reports
- Identified potential issues and tracked project members’ progress against commitments
- Identified and recommended improvements and cost-saving initiatives, resulting in an average cost savings of 10%
- Interpreted blueprints to create and design storm water and sanitary structures for over 50 projects
- Ensured quality control measures were in place on over 150 projects to meet deadlines as well as the customer’s needs
- Established detailed reporting methods such as daily logs, quality reports, progress reports, safety reports for OSHA 300 logs
- Conducted safety inspections on multiple sites to ensure OSHA compliance
Logistics Manager
Jarrett Concrete Products
Ashland City, TN
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Drove implementation of transportation strategy, achieving 20% cost reduction.
- Executed routine schedule planning, aligning with service goals.
- Collaborated with internal teams to address delivery service issues.
- Consolidated shipments for cost-saving initiatives.
- Established department objectives and performance goals.
- Determined optimal load distribution for packaging and transport.
- Developed and managed logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
Resident Service Coordinator
Winn Companies
Fort Campbell, KY
04.2017 - 10.2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences
- Streamlined lease renewal processes, resulting in a 15% increase in renewals and a 5% decrease in turnover rate
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
- Implemented a tenant communication strategy, resulting in a 10% increase in tenant satisfaction and 5% decrease in tenant complaints
Solid Waste Superintendent
City of Paducah
Paducah, KY
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Complied with corporate regulations, policies, and procedures to maximize safety, security, and overall trust in organization employees
- Managed customer experience with close eye on customer and team member interactions, touchpoints, and methods of engagement resulting in a 10% decrease in complaints
- Built a strong, resilient team by identifying and onboarding highly qualified candidates for key front-line and senior management positions
- Responded promptly to customer, vendor, and staff questions and quickly resolved issues, cultivating strong, long-term relationships
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lhoist North America
Paris, TN
09.2012 - 02.2014
- Coordinated machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signal from crew members
- Operated a variety of earth moving equipment, to include D6 bulldozers, Cat 130G Graders, backhoes, excavators, off road dump trucks, front end loaders and all terrain forklifts
- Operated and maneuvered equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over work areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks or to distribute and level earth terrain
- Strictly adhered to safety policies, preventing accidents, injury and damage to staff, and surrounding communities and facilities
Horizontal Construction Supervisor
United States Army
01.2001 - 06.2012
- Supervised engineer projects; interpreted information on grade stakes; critical path method; oversees clearing, grubbing, stripping, excavating, back-filling, stockpiling, hauling, construction of ditches and other heavy equipment operations; performed route reconnaissance, responsible for the health, welfare of over 30 soldiers
- Accountable for individual’s and unit property; teaches individual and collective training; served as an instructor for construction equipment; developed unit cohesion; fostered the values of loyalty and commitment; builds spirit and confidence
Heavy Equipment Operator Team Leader
United States Army
06.1992 - 12.2000
- Advised the squad leader on all section equipment and heavy equipment; responsible for tracking service and deadline equipment; ensured maintenance reports are reported and troubleshot
- Heavy equipment was operated to include, bulldozer, road grader, excavator, backhoe, forklift, haul trucks, 40-ton cranes, to complete various projects on time
Education
US Army Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course -
10.2000
US Army Basic Training -
06.1992
High School Diploma -
Havelock High
05.1991
Associate’s - Business Administration and Management
University of Arkansas Grantham
Skills
- Project Safety
- Technical Blueprint Interpretation
- Project Management
- Risk Assessment
- Multi-tasking
- Resource Utilization
- Leadership
- Communication
- Strategic Decision Making
- Organization
- Project planning
Specializedmilitarytraining
- US Army Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course, 10/01/00
- US Army Basic Training, 06/01/92
Timeline
Project Manager
Jarrett Concrete Products
03.2020 - 07.2023
Logistics Manager
Jarrett Concrete Products
10.2018 - 03.2020
Resident Service Coordinator
Winn Companies
04.2017 - 10.2018
Solid Waste Superintendent
City of Paducah
08.2015 - 03.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lhoist North America
09.2012 - 02.2014
Horizontal Construction Supervisor
United States Army
01.2001 - 06.2012
Heavy Equipment Operator Team Leader
United States Army
06.1992 - 12.2000
US Army Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course -
US Army Basic Training -
High School Diploma -
Havelock High
Associate’s - Business Administration and Management
University of Arkansas Grantham
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