Amanda Knox
Stoney Creek,ON
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 10+ 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. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Reimar Construction Corporation
Hannon, Ontario
10.2014 - Current
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Project Coordinator
Guild Electric Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
02.2012 - 10.2014
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
- Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Electrical Estimator
Plan Group
Concord, ON
05.2005 - 02.2012
- Led development of conceptual estimate/design-build bid submission for complex projects and with key clients.
- Recognized risks related to project-specific electrical requirements and site, schedule and market conditions.
- Reviewed project cost reports for historical information regarding various disciplines to use in strategic bid win strategies.
- Solicited competitive electrical component pricing from suppliers to support project success.
- Used market conditions and business trends and identified competitor strengths and weaknesses to influence bid-win strategies.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Addington Education Centre
Cloyne, ON04.2001
Police Foundations -
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON04.2003
Certification - Electrical Estimation
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04.2007
PMP -
George Brown College
Toronto, ONPMP Gold Seal -
George Brown College
Toronto, ONConstruction Law -
BuildForce Inc.
Hamilton, On08.2023
Construction Project Management -
BuildForce Inc.
Hamilton, ON07.2023
Communication, Negotiation And Conflict Resolution -
BuildForce Inc.
Hamilton, ON05.2023
Skills
- Work Flow Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Document Management
- Project Management
- Schedule Management
- Contract Management
- Project Scope
- Project Planning and Development
- Conflict Management
- Client Relations
- Advanced Problem Solving
- Budget Preparation
- Commercial Construction
- Customer Relations Specialist
- Processes and Procedures
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager
Reimar Construction Corporation
10.2014 - Current
Project Coordinator
Guild Electric Inc.
02.2012 - 10.2014
Electrical Estimator
Plan Group
05.2005 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
North Addington Education Centre
Police Foundations -
St. Lawrence College
Certification - Electrical Estimation
George Brown College
PMP -
George Brown College
PMP Gold Seal -
George Brown College
Construction Law -
BuildForce Inc.
Construction Project Management -
BuildForce Inc.
Communication, Negotiation And Conflict Resolution -
BuildForce Inc.