Trayton Spencer
Hartland,WI
Summary
My experience, success in previous roles, and relationships I have built in the construction industry have led me to my current role. Although I greatly appreciate the people, culture, and experiences I have gained, I am currently seeking a role that allows continued growth in my career.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR MANAGER - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
MP Systems
08.2025 - Current
- Work with large electric utility customers' engineers, project teams, and their leadership to ensure projects are successful through all phases of the project.
- Train and develop project coordinators, assistants and project managers of all levels.
- Develop process improvements within the project management group/branch.
- Manage large substation and transmission line projects (>$50M) while Branch revenue increased from $15M to $225M in less than three years.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
MP Systems
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Managed construction of large (Mega) electric substation and transmission line projects for transmission and distribution-level customers
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
- Managed subcontractor scope, schedule, budget, and billing.
- Estimated and managed the construction of T&E, lump sum, and bid projects.
- Mentored junior project managers, enhancing team skills and performance through targeted training sessions.
- Streamlined processes by implementing best practices, resulting in improved efficiency across multiple projects.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
American Transmission Company (ATC)
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed the ATC Project Manager Operating Manual
- Led and oversaw functional areas of internal personnel, consultants, and contractors to effectively and efficiently plan, design, and build transmission-level assets for the Grid in Wisconsin.
- Provided leadership to the team and made analytical decisions to successfully complete projects on time, within scope and authorized budgets to ensure project development activity is customer focused, results orientated, performance driven and in compliance with all applicable internal and external requirements.
- Prepared and managed budget estimates, progress reports, and cost tracking reports.
- Analyzed project risks and developed risk management plans to mitigate delays and costs.
- Facilitated regular status meetings with clients and stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
PROJECT MANAGER
WE Energies (WEC)
01.2013 - 06.2020
- Oversaw the detailed design and construction of electric and gas distribution projects.
- Managed subcontractor and supporting internal functional areas throughout the life-cycle of projects.
- Estimated, managed, and cash-flowed all project financials
- Managed subcontractor billings, invoices and internal time sheet approvals
- 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.
Education
MBA - Business And Project Management
Aspen University
Denver, CO12-2017
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering And Technology
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI12-2012
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Chemistry
University of Milwaukee
Milwaukee05-2008
Skills
- Cross-functional collaboration/communication
- Talent training and development
- Budget oversight and cost control
- Complex scheduling and resource allocation
- Influencing and negotiating
- Team leadership and process improvement
- Project planning
- Customer relationship management
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Problem-solving
Timeline
SENIOR MANAGER - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
MP Systems
08.2025 - Current
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
MP Systems
06.2023 - 08.2025
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
American Transmission Company (ATC)
01.2020 - 06.2023
PROJECT MANAGER
WE Energies (WEC)
01.2013 - 06.2020
MBA - Business And Project Management
Aspen University
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering And Technology
Gateway Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Chemistry
University of Milwaukee