Timothy Andres
Portland,OR
Summary
Experienced in managing complex projects with a focus on risk assessment, scope management, and budget optimization. Bringing advanced skills in stakeholder communication, process improvement, and team leadership to drive project success and align objectives with strategic initiatives. Offering abilities in fostering innovation and continuous improvement for high-quality outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
McKinstry
Portland, USA
06.2020 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and resource availability to meet organizational goals.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources to keep projects on track.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- 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.
- Collaborated with senior management to align project objectives with strategic initiatives, ensuring project outcomes supported business growth.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices, enhancing their skills and supporting improved project delivery.
- Developed detailed plans, designs, and schedules for large project phases to ensure organized execution.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Project Manager
Waypoint Sign Company
Seattle, USA
10.2017 - 06.2020
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources to keep projects on track.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies, reducing potential issues during project execution.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices to optimize resource utilization.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring applicable laws and regulations within the industry sector throughout each stage of the project life cycle.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Cultivated innovation and creativity within project team, enhancing problem-solving capabilities and achieving better outcomes.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
Quality Assurance Manager
Capital Industries
Seattle, USA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Developed and implemented quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards, enhancing compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor QA activities, enhancing oversight and accountability.
- Conducted regular internal audits to assess compliance with quality management systems such as ISO 9001.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
- Implemented an effective document control system ensuring all relevant documents are up-to-date and easily accessible by the team members.
- Created comprehensive reports on quality metrics, defect rates, and trends to inform management decision-making.
- Performed root cause analysis on product failures or customer complaints to identify areas for improvement.
- Managed customer feedback process, analyzing trends to implement targeted improvements addressing customer suggestions or complaints.
- Implemented statistical process control techniques to monitor production processes and ensure consistent product quality.
- Instituted culture of continuous improvement by promoting lean manufacturing principles, fostering efficiency across operations.
- Collaborated with product development teams to provide input on design for manufacturability, ensuring efficient production processes.
- Implemented a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in reduced ramp-up time and improved productivity levels.
- Conducted regular training sessions for employees on quality control processes and best practices.
- Developed supplier evaluation criteria and conducted audits to assess their adherence to quality standards.
- Implemented supplier qualification program to ensure the selection of reliable and high-quality vendors.
- Coordinated external audits from regulatory bodies, ensuring adherence to industry standards and facilitating compliance.
- Conducted risk assessments throughout the organization identifying potential vulnerabilities or weaknesses.
- Developed and implemented corrective action plans based on audit findings to address non-conformities.
- Collaborated with suppliers to resolve quality issues through effective communication channels.
- Managed the calibration program for measuring equipment used in the manufacturing process ensuring accuracy within acceptable limits at all times.
- Monitored environmental compliance system to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Outline work instructions and procedures for all fabrication processes.
- Oversaw First Article Inspection Report and PPAP system for accuracy and compliance.
- Inspect sub-parts and final assemblies built in 3D modeling software (SolidWorks).
- Monitored and maintained company use of ERP Software (Global Shop, SAP).
Project Manager
Five Star Industries
Seattle, USA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed material procurement, budget, payables, and receivables to deliver projects within financial parameters.
- Oversaw architectural metal fabrication projects from conception through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Oversee all in-house fabrications and on-site installations.
- Monitored on-site installations for compliance with building and safety codes, facilitating safe project execution.
- Coordinated and directed subcontractors during project execution to ensure timely completion.
- Reviewed and negotiated agreements, drafted contracts, and obtained permits to facilitate project execution.
- Develop estimates and change orders based on scope of work.
- Revise subcontracts according to company guidelines.
- Develop shop/build drawings.
- Perform take-off from a wide variety of drawing interfaces.
- Maintain daily drafting/detailing schedule.
- Ensure quality standards and the use of proper fabrication techniques.
Quality Assurance Manager
QUAL-FAB
Seattle, USA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Develop and maintain QMS for 40+ employee facility.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Implemented statistical process control techniques to monitor production processes and ensure consistent product quality.
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and identify improvement opportunities.
- Performed root cause analysis on product failures or customer complaints to identify areas for improvement.
- Developed comprehensive reports on quality metrics and defect trends, enabling informed management decisions.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
- Implemented an effective document control system ensuring all relevant documents are up-to-date and easily accessible by the team members.
- Oversee and train Inspection staff.
- Inspect components through all phases of fabrication from raw materials to finished goods.
- Conduct final lot sampling inspection for completed goods.
- Trained employees on quality control processes and best practices.
- Established supplier evaluation criteria and performed audits to assess adherence to quality standards and strengthen supplier relationships.
- Established relationships with suppliers/vendors to improve communication channels regarding quality requirements.
- Managed the calibration program for measuring equipment used in the manufacturing process ensuring accuracy within acceptable limits at all times.
- Implemented a robust supplier qualification program to ensure the selection of reliable and high-quality vendors.
- Maintain production planning through Global Shop Solutions.
Senior Project Manager
EYELEVEL
Portland, USA
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Defined project phases and work-back schedule to ensure structured execution.
- Defined fixture requirements for multi-national store rollouts, ensuring alignment with brand standards and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated installation team and oversaw on-site installations, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Managed logistics operations to meet strict delivery deadlines.
- Collaborated with high-end apparel producers to create innovative retail space concepts, enhancing brand visibility.
- Coordinate production using out-source manufacturing facilities.
- Brief engineers on floor planning and design proposals to create production drawings.
- Maintain accounting & inventory through TRACKIT ERP system.
Project Manager
BFC Architectural Metals
Seattle, USA
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Established work-back schedule to ensure timely project completion.
- Coordinated projects with outside finish vendors to align project timelines and quality standards.
- Scheduled fabrication processes including layout/flat pattern, forming, welding, finishing & installation for timely project delivery.
- Developed cost-effective production methods/designs that aligned with client budgets.
- Work one on one with architectural designers to bring concepts to finished products.
- Create shop drawings using SketchUp, AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Conducted field measurements, created templates, and designed and installed products to ensure accurate fit and functionality.
- Maintained accounting and inventory records while tracking due dates through QuickBooks to support project efficiency.
Education
Engineering Graphics -
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
01-2000
High school or equivalent -
Lynnwood High School
01-1996
Skills
- Project management
- Construction management software
- Project scheduling
- Scope management
- Construction project planning
- Project development and lifecycle
- Project planning and development
- Project estimation and bidding
- Project tracking
- Budget management
- Budgeting
- Budget control
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk assessment
- Quality assurance
- Quality management
- Quality audits
- AS9100
- Process improvement
- Lean manufacturing and design
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturing company experience
- ERP systems
- Client relationship management
- Supplier management
- Training & development
- Staff training
- Communication skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Analysis skills
- Data analysis
- Data review
- Document management
- Baseline schedules creation
- Planning and scheduling
- Procedure development
- Permit processing
- Contracts
- Purchasing and procurement
- Price quote preparation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Commercial construction experience
- Regulatory compliance
- Project regulations
- Project closure
- Deliverable tracking
- Schedule management
- Construction team management
- Microsoft Project
- Project management software
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam Revu
- Root-cause analysis
- Analysis skills
- Training & development
- Communication skills
- Root-cause analysis
Certification
• Certified Project Manager, PMP
Timeline
Project Manager
McKinstry
06.2020 - Current
Project Manager
Waypoint Sign Company
10.2017 - 06.2020
Quality Assurance Manager
Capital Industries
01.2015 - 01.2017
Project Manager
Five Star Industries
01.2014 - 01.2015
Quality Assurance Manager
QUAL-FAB
01.2012 - 01.2014
Senior Project Manager
EYELEVEL
01.2010 - 01.2012
Project Manager
BFC Architectural Metals
01.2005 - 01.2010
Engineering Graphics -
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
High school or equivalent -
Lynnwood High School