William P. Thorpe II
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 24 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. 311 System proficient and Customer Service Driven.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
City of San Antonio Public Works Department
06.2017 - Current
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Sr. Engineering Associate
City of San Antonio
10.2002 - 06.2017
- All duties as listed below as Engineering Associate
- Serve as Way Finding coordinator for TCI
- Management of 311 system and incoming requests to TCI Traffic
- Provide Engineering Services to IMP and SMP projects as requested
- NAMP Project Evaluation
- Produce ordinances for city council
- Oversee work of Speed Hump Coordinator (Past)
- Serve as City of San Antonio Hike and Bike Coordinator (Past)
Acting Signs and Markings Superintendent
City of San Antonio
04.2002 - 10.2002
- Supervise sign installation, sign manufacturing, and markings crew with a total of approx. 45 people
- Created new technique for tracking incoming workload
- Maintain monthly performance measures and coordinate budget issues with Traffic Operations Manager
- Coordinate with streets division to provide proper traffic control following the completion of an overlay project
Engineering Associate
City of San Antonio
05.2000 - 04.2002
- Evaluate traffic patterns and make recommendations based upon the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
- Supervise traffic count program and ensure efficient use of time and materials
- Attend neighborhood meetings and assist public in resolving traffic issues in their respective areas
- Maintain bicycle data for the entire city
- Design bicycle facilities, intersections, and pavement markings for roadways throughout city
Education
Bachelors of Science - Management of Technology/Civil Engineering
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN01.2000
Skills
- Project tracking
- Feasibility analysis
- Project development
- Workforce training
- Performance improvements
- Planning and scheduling
- Contract management
- Budget preparation
- Project planning
- Project estimation and bidding
- Team collaboration
- Progress reporting
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Stakeholder communications
- Performance evaluations
- Staff management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Designed and launched the [Project Name] Project, resulting in a [Number]% increase in market share for the company.
Affiliations
- ITE
- TexITE
- APWA
- TPWA
- Order of the Engineer Link #114
- Past Chairperson for ITE District 9 Membership Committee
Accreditations
- Certified by the Texas Board for Professional Engineers as an Engineer in Training, E.I.T. # 30892
- Alumni of City of San Antonio Leadership Development Program
Timeline
Project Manager
City of San Antonio Public Works Department
06.2017 - Current
Sr. Engineering Associate
City of San Antonio
10.2002 - 06.2017
Acting Signs and Markings Superintendent
City of San Antonio
04.2002 - 10.2002
Engineering Associate
City of San Antonio
05.2000 - 04.2002
Bachelors of Science - Management of Technology/Civil Engineering
Vanderbilt University
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