With a proven track record at PCC Construction Components, Inc, I excel in team development and problem-solving, and enhancing workforce efficiency. My expertise in dual-language proficiency and conflict resolution fosters inclusive, high-performing teams. Renowned for transforming challenges into opportunities, I drive projects to success with innovative training and strategic leadership.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Workforce Management and Development Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
Gaithersburg, MD
03.2018 - Current
Participated in job fairs or college recruiting events to promote employer brand awareness.
Monitored performance evaluation process to ensure consistency throughout the organization.
Monitored progress against project milestones and deadlines.
Conducted regular performance evaluations of development staff members.
Contributed to the creation of organizational policies related to software engineering activities.
Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends to recommend improvements or updates as needed.
Maintained accurate records of new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and performance reviews.
Developed policies related to personnel activities such as recruitment, compensation and benefits administration.
Assisted in the development of job descriptions for all positions within the organization.
Prepared orientation materials for new employees including benefits information.
Acted as a liaison between management and staff regarding disputes or grievances.
Provided guidance to supervisors on employee relations issues such as disciplinary actions and terminations.
Organized training sessions for managers on topics such as diversity awareness and conflict resolution techniques.
Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws regarding employment practices.
Coordinated with external vendors to provide job-specific skills training.
Identified gaps in existing skill sets of employees and developed customized training plans accordingly.
Reviewed code changes for compliance with established standards and guidelines.
Project Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
Gaithersburg , MD
01.2014 - 02.2018
Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by the executive leadership team.
Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, and invoices.
Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables by established quality standards.
Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
Project Engineer
Donohue Construction Company
Washington , D.C.
10.2011 - 01.2014
Supervised installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling to achieve on-time, under-budget completion of projects.
Determined project schedule by studying project plan and specifications and calculating time requirements.
Communicated with clients and coworkers about analysis results.
Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
Finished projects on time and within budget.
Generated technical reports for customers.
Prepared estimates and budgets.
Conferred with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
Fulfilled orders by successfully planning, budgeting, and coordinating projects.
Assistant Project Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
Gaithersburg, MD
01.2009 - 10.2011
Coordinated project activities and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.
Assisted with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documents related to projects.
Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.
Gathered data from various sources in order to provide comprehensive analysis of project performance metrics.
Participated in meetings with clients, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders regarding current projects.
Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.
Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
Brought in additional project personnel and resources to meet demands.
Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
Infantryman
Army National Guard MD
Silver Spring, MD
04.2001 - 04.2010
Assisted with the maintenance of weapons, equipment, and vehicles.
Conducted training exercises to ensure proficiency in basic infantry skills.
Performed reconnaissance and surveillance operations in support of combat operations.
Provided security for convoys, installations, and personnel in hostile areas.
Collected intelligence information from local sources.
Engaged enemy forces during offensive operations.
Coordinated fire support activities with other units on the battlefield.
Rendered first aid treatment to injured personnel on the battlefield.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
05-2010
Skills
Dual-Language Proficiency
Team development strategies
Employee assessment and training
Staff and employee presentations
Performance monitoring
Training material development
Presentation Skills
Team building
Problem-solving aptitude
Diversity and Inclusion
Conflict Resolution
Affiliations
Association Involvement/Networking
Associated Builders and Contractors of Metro Washington(ABCMW): 2006-Current, my involvement with association over the years has allowed the opportunity to be engaged as a committee member, community engagement, political advocacy, Safety and Compliance mandates, and serving in Leadership roles. Currently serving on 2024 ABCMW Board of Directors, and have served as Chairman for the following Committee's: Workforce Development Committee (2021-2023), Crafts Training Committee (2018-2020), Student Chapter Committee (2012-2014)
Engaged in Industry Networking events through the additional the associations: Washington Building Congress(WBC), American Subcontractors Association of Metro Washington(ASAMW)
ABC Leadership Development Program Advisor
Current assistant coach to daughter's softball travel team : No Limits 12u
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Army Commendation Medal
ABC XYZ Rising Star Award 2014 Recipient
2011 WBC Craftsmanship Award - American University School of International Services
ABC MW Leadership Development Program - 2017 Platinum Graduate
Grinnell Leadership Jump Start 2018 Graduate
Montgomery County Leadership -Connecting Our Region Executive (CORE) Program 2020 Graduate
Neuberger & Co.
Montgomery County Leadership Connecting Our Region Executive (CORE) Graduate Program (2020)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Workforce Management and Development Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
03.2018 - Current
Project Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
01.2014 - 02.2018
Project Engineer
Donohue Construction Company
10.2011 - 01.2014
Assistant Project Manager
PCC Construction Components, Inc
01.2009 - 10.2011
Infantryman
Army National Guard MD
04.2001 - 04.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
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