Open To Work
LUKE CURTIS
Chesterfield
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience in management and operations. Skilled in team leadership, budget management, and project delivery. Proven track record of enhancing performance and driving growth by optimizing processes and fostering collaboration. Seeking to leverage expertise in building strong teams and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Project Coordinator
Hurricane Communications
09.2023 - 03.2026
- Managed regional operations, budgets, vendors, fleet, and client relationships to ensure project success.
- Oversaw project expenditures to maintain company profitability and financial integrity.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure favorable pricing, ensuring timely material availability.
- Worked directly with managers to improve accountability and daily performance.
- Maintained safety compliance and investigated incidents.
- Organized company events that strengthened communication and teamwork.
- Bid on projects for future builds based on risk and profit assessments.
Project Manager
Fiber Optic Solutions
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Promoted from Lineman to Supervisor and ultimately Project Manager through performance and leadership.
- Directed daily operations for 5 in-house crews and 5 subcontractor crews, overseeing approximately 30-40 field personnel to ensure project efficiency.
- Managed daily operations for 5 in-house crews and 5 subcontractor crews, directing a workforce of approximately 30-40 field personnel.
- Coordinated with engineers during planning and construction, ensuring adherence to design specifications and facilitating project execution.
- Managed all billing, invoicing, project costs, and subcontractor payments.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation for government-funded projects, ensuring compliance and safeguarding funding throughout project lifecycle.
- Facilitated 811 utility locates to prevent damage to underground utilities. before excavation activities.
- Managed right-of-way acquisition, environmental assessments, and railroad permitting processes to facilitate project approvals.
- Led weekly safety meetings and maintained OSHA compliance.
Field Supervisor / Production Coordinator
PIM Lake & Land Management
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Oversaw operations of multiple field crews at various locations.
- Planned daily production schedules and routes.
- Monitored production goals and seasonal deadlines to align team efforts.
- Managed inventory and chemical supplies.
Machine Operator
Highland Industries
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Operated and maintained eight production machines to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Performed quality inspections to uphold product standards and compliance.
- Operated forklift to transport materials safely within warehouse.
Warehouse Manager
Crawford Plumbing & Electrical
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Progressed from apprentice to Warehouse Manager, demonstrating growth and capability.
- Oversaw inventory management and purchasing to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated organization of materials for field crews to streamline operations.
- Gained foundational skills in warehouse management through apprenticeship.
Education
Chesterfield High School
Chesterfield, SCSkills
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting
- Vendor negotiation
- Operations management
- Process improvement
- Scheduling
- Client relationship management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team building
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
Accomplishments
- More than 10 years of leadership and operations experience
- Managed up to 10 crews (30-40 personnel) across multiple projects
- Oversaw construction of 500+ miles of fiber optic infrastructure
- Managed billing, invoicing, budgets, and cost controls
- Coordinated engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and government agencies
- Maintained compliance on government-funded projects
- Strong record of improving operations and building dependable teams
Timeline
Regional Project Coordinator
Hurricane Communications
09.2023 - 03.2026
Project Manager
Fiber Optic Solutions
11.2020 - 09.2023
Field Supervisor / Production Coordinator
PIM Lake & Land Management
03.2019 - 10.2020
Machine Operator
Highland Industries
11.2016 - 01.2019
Warehouse Manager
Crawford Plumbing & Electrical
08.2014 - 11.2016
Chesterfield High School