Baker HUMPHREY
Homer,Georgia
Summary
-Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
-Experienced with project management, team leadership, and cost control. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to ensure project success. Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
-Construction professional prepared for high-stakes roles with extensive experience in overseeing multifaceted construction projects. Consistently ensures projects meet quality standards and deadlines, fostering collaborative work environment. Known for strong leadership, adaptability, and proficiency in project management and site supervision.
-Diligent OSP CM with comprehensive background in managing large-scale construction projects. Successfully led diverse teams to complete projects on time and within budget through strategic planning and problem-solving. Demonstrated expertise in project coordination and cost management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. OSP Construction Manager
Wise Connect/Grid Source
03.2022 - 05.2026
- Directed project timelines and resource allocation to meet construction milestones.
- Oversaw cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies resulting in optimized project budgets and enhanced profitability.
- Collaborated with engineers to resolve design conflicts and streamline workflows.
- Established strong relationships with subcontractors to enhance collaboration and improve delivery schedules.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines.
- Supervised team of 10+ In-house employees & 8+ sub contractors to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored daily progress to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Collaborated closely with clients to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration on complex construction projects.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Coordinated permit acquisition and ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements throughout each stage of construction.
- Conducted regular safety audits and training sessions, reinforcing culture of safety first on job site.
Sr. Project Manager
P31 Utilities
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Finalized project financial records while collaborating with financial controllers and executives.
- Produced reports and updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as a Sr. PM.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex utility projects on time and within budget.
- Streamlined project workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime across multiple initiatives.
Sr. Project Manager
Base Telecom
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Aerial & Underground fiber Construction across the country in metropolitan & rural areas
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Performed maintenance and new build work in varied weather conditions.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground Fiber/Copper facilities.
- Set new utility poles
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- (See profile for Sr PM at P31 Utilities as requirements/responsibilities are the same)
Technician
Mercury Z
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Contract I&R for Windstream Communications & Frontier Communications
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Maintained contact with customers to ensure expectations are met or exceeded with the service provided
- Install/repair HSIA & dial tone. Scope of work between R/T site and customer prem.
- Operated and maintained advanced diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot technical issues.
Wire Technician
AT&T
02.2011 - 07.2017
- Set up networks and computers for business and residential customers.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of HSIA, VOIP, & IP TV
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Installed and maintained telecommunications wiring for residential and commercial properties.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure network integrity and reliability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lanier Career Academy
Gainesville, GA06-2006
Skills
- Construction management & project oversight
- Problem-solving
- Team building and leadership
- Safety compliance
- Subcontractor management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Project documentation
- Vendor and contractor negotiations
- Reading blueprints
- Design experience
- Hiring and training
- As-built blueprints
Timeline
Sr. OSP Construction Manager
Wise Connect/Grid Source
03.2022 - 05.2026
Sr. Project Manager
P31 Utilities
07.2021 - 03.2022
Sr. Project Manager
Base Telecom
01.2018 - 07.2021
Technician
Mercury Z
07.2017 - 01.2018
Wire Technician
AT&T
02.2011 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Lanier Career Academy