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Chris Spencer

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Project Manager with 20 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to execute a portfolio of projects of various size and complexity. Adept at steering complex projects to success, by maintaining tight oversight on controllables and being skilled at proactively anticipating problems and providing solutions to exceed client expectations and deliver high-quality results on time. My expertise in stakeholder communications and budget control fostered trust and drove business growth.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Fibertel Communications
01.2012 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, resource and budget requirements.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Standout Projects Stantec Tower: Multiple scopes of work for the new 66-storey Stantec Headquarters building. Installed the Division 27 structured cabling and sound-masking solutions plus the Division 28 fully integrated security system complete Panduit pre-terminated Cat6 cabling for 16 floors with a total of over 4,000 data and camera lines in the Tower. In addition, our team installed Sumitomo 12 strand SM blown-in fiber and associated tubing
  • Standout Projects EA Bioware installed a Category 6A Panduit certified structured cabling system, a video surveillance cabling system, and structured cabling for tenant fit-up of major office renovations which included over 2,500 CAT6A lines.
  • Standout Projects Association of MacEwan Centre – SAMU Building installed a Belden cat6 data system including the cabling for video surveillance, intrusion detection and access control system.
  • Standout Projects NAIT – Centre for Applied Technology designed and installed a complete network infrastructure over 16 months including 3,400 data cables, 48 strand campus fiber backbone, wireless network, data centre and sub closet installation in 11 telecommunication rooms with 20,000+ workforce hours.
  • Standout Projects Alberta Legislative installed an Alertus mass notification solution on the Legislative grounds.

Branch Manager

Unified Systems Group
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance through diligent adherence to industry standards, guidelines, and company policies.

Site Manager

Unified Systems Group
01.2003 - 01.2010
  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
  • Customers such as Edmonton International Airport "Hamer head expansion". Scope of work, Sound system/PA and all network cabling this project value 2million duration year +.
  • Royal Bank of Canada, Site Manager for Northern Alberta( Red Deer to Yellowknife) was head of the "CIM" Cable Infrastructure Management within the Royal Bank team, reporting directly back to the client with updates on New Branch construction along with smaller building upgrades, this also included services calls and troubleshooting.
  • Canadian Western Bank new branch builds and maintenance of all data/voice infrastructure.

President /Project Manager/Estimator

Spencer Network Systems Inc
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Establish and maintain a regular client base.
  • Sales - Draft and present proposals to clients.
  • Consult and provide cost effective solutions to best suit the customer.
  • Design, estimate and implement jobs for multiple clients.

Onsite Manager

Unitech Electrical Contracting
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Responsible for maintaining Nortel Networks Calgary overall data/voice infrastructure ensuring proper maintenance of data/voice lines for over 3500 employees
  • Co-ordinate with a variety of professionals to manage the engineering of cabling and set up of projects resulting in a seamless integration of data/voice installation for a variety of clients.
  • Streamlined onsite operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and organizational systems.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all aspects of each project was maintained throughout the duration of the assignment.
  • Installed complete Global Positioning System (GPS).
  • Draft and present proposals to clients.
  • Generate cost projections and updates for ongoing projects.

Assistant Contractor

S&R Mechanical
01.1995 - 01.2001
  • Installation and response to service calls including plumbing, electrical, heating and air conditioning.
  • Service work for property management companies as well as residential customers.
  • This was a part time job during High School.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School
Calgary, AB
06.1997

Skills

  • Project Planning and Development
  • Schedule Management
  • Client Relations
  • Stakeholder Communications
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Purchasing and procurement
  • Logistics Management
  • Influencing skills
  • Procedure Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Budget Control
  • Project regulations

Hobbies

My favorite of all past times is trail riding in both winter and summer.

Timeline

Project Manager

Fibertel Communications
01.2012 - Current

Branch Manager

Unified Systems Group
01.2010 - 01.2012

Site Manager

Unified Systems Group
01.2003 - 01.2010

President /Project Manager/Estimator

Spencer Network Systems Inc
01.2002 - 01.2003

Onsite Manager

Unitech Electrical Contracting
01.1997 - 01.2001

Assistant Contractor

S&R Mechanical
01.1995 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School

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