Robert Thomas
Newcastle
Summary
Punctual Office Furniture Installation Specialist offering 45-year background setting up and breaking down furniture and equipment in commercial settings. Diligent and responsible individual. Dedicated to providing first-class results in installation of new or used furniture. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager Office Furniture Installer
Advanced Office Installation
New Castle, DE
04.2012 - Current
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Corporate Interiors
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Driver, furniture installer, maintained warehouse
- Moved into management position managing several hundred employees.
MBNA
01.1994 - 01.2007
- I accepted a position with this rapidly growing company
- I assisted with the growth of this company we started with 1800 employees and grew quickly to 23,000 employees
- My duties were driver, assisted with coordination and executions of installation of offices and modular furniture.
ICS
01.1986 - 01.1994
- I started when this company first opened its doors
- I was their main driver, installer
- I was quickly promoted to Foreman and responsible for 40 employees
- I successfully opened and ran their satellite office in Dallas Texas.
Clemmer Allied
01.1978 - 01.1986
- My experience was as a driver, mover, packer, furniture installer Foreman
- Job serviced Residential and Commercial customers.
Elm Construction
01.1976 - 01.1978
- My duties consist of installation of water mains, drainage pipes, inlets and manholes.
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Schedule Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Technical Understanding
- Client Rapport
- Time Management
- Quality Assurance
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking
- Continuous Learning
Timeline
Project Manager Office Furniture Installer
Advanced Office Installation
04.2012 - Current
Corporate Interiors
01.2007 - 01.2012
MBNA
01.1994 - 01.2007
ICS
01.1986 - 01.1994
Clemmer Allied
01.1978 - 01.1986
Elm Construction
01.1976 - 01.1978