CHARLES WILSON
SUMMARY
Results-oriented Certified Project Manager experienced in using professional methodologies to ensure on-time and on-budget results. Extensive experience in handling all phases of a project - from concept through detail design, validation, construction and commissioning. Tightly coordinates clients, end-users, and project stake holders. A Solid track record of successful engineering projects. Key competencies include:
Leads New Technology Initiatives RFID, Robotics, R&D Obtains Budget and Schedule Results Masters Level Mechanical Engineer Senior Level Manages Projects > $50 Million Exceptional Results on Fast Track, Design-Build Projects Visioneer for Strategic Planning Organizes Multi-Discipline Teams Excellent written communications Start Up and Troubleshooting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sara Lee Corporation 2002 June 2008
Construction project manager for capital projects $2 35 million. Oversees design and field construction activities on multiple, large manufacturing projects. Writes engineering and construction plans to ensure that all safety practices are adhered to, manages the scheduling of all construction activities, administers contracts with architects/engineers and contractors to ensure quality work, on time, and under budget. Uses software to track engineering and construction progress. Uses AutoCAD to create new building layouts and to coordinate purchased equipment with architectural designs. 6 years of direct construction management experience. Claryville, KY - $50 million plant expansion and renovations over (3) years St. Joseph, MO - $10 million plant expansion Ft. Worth, TX - $9 million renovations, expansions, and building upgrades Ft. Worth, TX - $2 million recovery from catastrophic roof collapse Chandler, MN - $2 million wastewater treatment facility
Complere Engineering 1999 2002
Project Manager for design and construction management for $40 million capital projects at Kraft. Ensured the successful completion of major capital projects by: effectively leading and directing large project teams comprised of experienced associates from multiple architect/engineer firms, corporate staffs, and plant groups; articulating client needs and focusing business needs into executable projects using the capital appropriation process; identifying and using priorities to manage scope, budget and food safety in a proactive, timely manner.
Demonstrated solid knowledge of contracts (design and construction), schedules, cost estimating and equipment procurement while handling all purchase orders and accounts payables. Developed and maintained relationships with executive committees and R&D groups. Medford, WS - $12 million distribution center Madison, WS - $32 million plant renovations
Fru-Con Engineering 1997 1999
As project design manager for a design/build contractor, was a liaison among clients, contractors and engineering project team members for commercial and industrial building construction. Cape Girardeau, MO - $75 million utilities and infrastructure systems for paper converting expansion Cincinnati, OH - $16 million corporate headquarters renovation and expansion
Jacobs Engineering 1990-1997
Senior project engineer/project manager for large capital projects from $2 65 million. Effectively managed high-profile construction projects in foods, polymer, petrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Demonstrated ability to analyze manufacturing issues and recommend process improvements. Skilled in capital project design, cost estimation, and schedule monitoring. Demonstrated proficient in the use of project management tools to achieve project schedules and budgets by managing projects with over $200 million in total installed cost. Conducted weekly contractor meetings with engineering and owners to direct and control field contractors. Responsible for auditing safety, building code compliance, and field quality: Chambersburg, PA - $54 million manufacturing facility Elkhart, IN - $15 million QA Labs, clean rooms, and offices for pharmaceutical manufacturing Chicago, IL - $65 million expansion of processing plant Verona, MO - $2 million wastewater treatment facility Marietta, OH - $6 million expansions of chemical processes Apple Grove, WV - $3 million chemical expansion
EDUCATION:
Certified Project Manager Xavier University
Master of Science University of Cincinnati Division of Graduate Studies and Research Major: Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science Wilmington College Major: Computer Information Systems
Bachelor of Science University of Cincinnati College of Engineering Major: Mechanical Engineering
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