Tobias Tafoya
Westminster,CO
Summary
Focused Security Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing technical employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Buffalo Security
03.2012 - Current
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Production Manager
Energy Research Group
06.2010 - 09.2011
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Electronic Security Technician
Double A Security
02.2009 - 06.2010
- Installed access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Educated customers on effective use of security systems.
- Educated customers on proper ways to use security systems after completing tests and repairs.
- Performed installations of high-tech security systems, which included access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Explained how to properly use security systems so that customers were knowledgeable.
- Educated customers on preventive care and regular maintenance to prevent system malfunctions.
- Read and understood product manuals and blueprints.
Project Manager
Thermal Advantage
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
Security Technician
Double A Security
04.2003 - 01.2008
- Installed access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Educated customers on effective use of security systems.
- Installed various types of high-tech security systems such as access and elevator controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Educated customers on proper ways to use security systems after completing tests and repairs.
Education
Adams City High School
Commerce City, COSkills
- Staff Training
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Project Management
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Project Planning
- Processes and Procedures
- Permit Processing
- Systems Design Documentation
- Systems Installation, Configuration and Upgrading
- Sales and Marketing
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Advanced Locksmithing
- Access Control Design and Implementation
Certification
CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems)
LEED Green Associate
Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM)
DSX Access Systems
RS2 Access Systems
Brivo Access Systems
Alarm.com
Network Configuration
PACS
Medeco High Security Systems
ASSA High Security Systems
Abloy High Security Systems
Fire Door Inspection
AAADM & ANSI
Active Shooter (CISA)
Open Eye
Timeline
Project Manager
Buffalo Security
03.2012 - Current
Production Manager
Energy Research Group
06.2010 - 09.2011
Electronic Security Technician
Double A Security
02.2009 - 06.2010
Project Manager
Thermal Advantage
01.2008 - 01.2009
Security Technician
Double A Security
04.2003 - 01.2008
Adams City High School
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