Thomas J. Williams
Chief Program And Project Manager
Culpeper,Virginia
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in commercial construction and adult education, this candidate brings a unique blend of expertise to the table. Throughout their career, they have provided thoughtful oversight and design in all aspects of construction project life cycles. Notably, they successfully managed a large apartment renovation project and played a crucial role as a key contributor and project manager for the electrical implementation and project management of renovations and new construction in numerous public schools across Northern Virginia. In addition to their construction background, they are also a national and state certified motorcycle instructor with a proven track record of delivering successful instruction and training. Now, they are actively seeking a supervisory or managerial position in project management and team leadership to leverage their abilities and drive organizational success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Acting Chief Program and Project Manager
Town of Herndon
Herndon, VA
03.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
Project Manager
Town of Herndon
Herndon, Virginia
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Implemented a Project Management Information System (PMIS), streamlined master scheduling, and updated SOPs and standardizations to enhance departmental efficiency and compliance
- Oversaw the design and construction of projects, ensuring adherence to feasibility, safety, and compliance standards
- Managed Requests for Proposals (RFPs), contract negotiations, and administration, while also coordinating the bid process and attending key project meetings
- Liaised with multiple stakeholders, including town departments, county agencies, and appointed boards, for necessary project approvals and alignment
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation, ensured capital projects met federal and state requirements, and facilitated successful project close-out and financial tracking
Electrical Engineer
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax, VA
01.2015 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded electrical design for facility improvement projects, valued up to $2M; on-time and within budget, resulting in an increase in client satisfaction ratings
- Delivered management and design support by analyzing and optimizing industry standards and code compliance, reducing change orders, and increasing customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineers, architects, and FCPS staff to develop project scope, timelines, and budgets; ensured project success by maintaining open communication channels and driving project milestones
- Managed 50+ projects simultaneously with software programs like Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Team WORKS, Procore, and Kahua, ensuring delivery of projects within scope, on time, and under budget
- Assessed and prioritized work orders based on criticality and business impact and executed each to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity, reducing work order backlog by 20%
- Equity Team Lead for the D&C Department for 2023
Construction Field Supervisor, Capitol Projects
Fairfax County Public Schools
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Experienced Construction Supervisor with demonstrated proficiency in overseeing field construction representatives to ensure successful completion of school building projects
- Exceptional team leader with a talent for planning, directing, assigning, and reviewing the work of a group of field construction representatives to achieve project goals, improve productivity, and reduce downtime
- Proven ability to administer inspections, review plans, and perform final inspection tasks, resulting in the timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality school buildings, additions, and renovations
- Skilled in coordinating and communicating with architects, engineers, contractors, building tradesmen, school maintenance, and county personnel to ensure successful project outcomes
Construction Field Representative
Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Revamped project management processes and implemented a digital documentation system using SharePoint that cut paperwork in half
- Streamlined communication between cross-functional teams, identified and resolved roadblocks, and facilitated collaboration to deliver unique construction projects on time and within budget, resulting in an increase in customer satisfaction
- Detected and remedied code and specification breaches, updated workflow processes, and executed quality inspections to ensure adherence to industry standards, creating a reduction in customer complaints by 30% and increased customer satisfaction
- Achieved the Outstanding Excellence Award in the first year of joining the company
Superintendent
CMS
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Supervised a renovation project for the Oxford Hill Apartments, a 124-unit complex housing University of Virginia students
- Established performance targets and monitored team progress through weekly and monthly meetings with tenants, property owners and the management team, increased tenant satisfaction through targeted improvements in response time
- Managed vendor relationships and production schedules for the project that involved 10+ trades and disciplines; optimized inventory management, limiting supply chain lead times and cut down expenses by 15%
- Analyzed inventory levels and supplier lead times, optimizing order frequency, and reducing inventory carrying costs significantly
- Regularly inspected units to ensure adherence to project specifications and quality standards; developed and implemented corrective action plans that improved project completion rates
Electrician
David M. Wolfford Electric
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Key contributor to all phases of electrical construction of dozens of schools within Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and Culpeper counties
- Spearheaded the renovation of Sinclair Elementary School by developing a comprehensive project plan, managing contractors daily, and ensuring all work completion maintained the highest standard of quality
- Planned and scheduled the day-to-day operation of essential activities, while abiding by established policies, plans, methods, procedures, deadlines, and priorities
- Skilled at troubleshooting, testing, repairing, installation, and planned layout of equipment, wiring, and other electrical components
- Led inspections and quality control efforts for $3M+ construction projects; liaised with support team to resolve issues, ensuring the project was on time and under budget
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (M.I.S. & Gen. Ed.)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociate of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZFacilities Planning & Management Certification -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
Project management
Project planning
Project planning and development
Project tracking
Schedule management
Risk management
Team collaboration
Project scheduling
Task prioritization
Contract management
Scope management
Stakeholder communications
Certification
Facilities Planning & Management Certification, George Mason University
Timeline
Acting Chief Program and Project Manager
Town of Herndon
03.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Town of Herndon
09.2023 - 03.2025
Construction Field Supervisor, Capitol Projects
Fairfax County Public Schools
12.2022 - 05.2023
Electrical Engineer
Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2015 - 09.2023
Construction Field Representative
Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2015
Superintendent
CMS
01.2010 - 01.2012
Electrician
David M. Wolfford Electric
01.2000 - 01.2010
Facilities Planning & Management Certification, George Mason University
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC)
Facilities Management Professional, International Facilities Management Association
Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance
30 Hour Construction and Safety Course, OSHA Safety Training Institute
PMI-Construction Professional, Project Management Institute
PMI-Senior Construction Professional, Project Management Institute
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies (M.I.S. & Gen. Ed.)
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Facilities Planning & Management Certification -
George Mason University
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