ARTHUR D. GRAVES

210-419-4136

209 La Jolla, Live Oak, Texas, 78233

art.graves@aol.com

 

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

 

·   Retired U.S. Army Communications Chief with 22 years experience in the planning and management of the U.S. Army Information Systems which entailed land and wireless communication networks.

·   Project Management Professional with over 10 years experience in the planning and implementation of communication projects (ISP/OSP) for the U.S. Department of Defense.

·   Over 4 years experience as a project Quality Control Inspector.

·   Experienced with the interpretation and implementation of AT&T, Verizon, and General Dynamics technical documents (blue prints, drawings, layouts, schematics) as they relate to FTTH, FTTC, FTTP, and FTTB aerial and underground field work installations.

·   Experienced in the implementation of project management methodologies.

·   Team player with proven ability to problem solve and make decisions to maximum company profitability.

·   Five years experience in residential home inspection, repair, and restoration.

·   Proficient in using SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, and Xactimate software programs.

 

EXPERIENCE:

 

December 2012 to Present:  Residential Home Insurance Inspector, San Antonio, TX.

·   Analyze property damages to determine extent of liability and determined cost of repairs and replacement.

·   Perform residential dwelling inspections.

·   Report overall house conditions, safety issues, building construction features, and identify any potential hazards.

·   Utilize Xactimate software when estimating cost of repairs.

May 2010 to December 2012:  Quality Assurance Inspector. Fotis Networks, Needham, MA.  

 

·   Performed duties as a Quality Control Inspector for the U. S. Marine Corps communication network wavelength (DWDM) expansion projects.

·   Conducted in-depth weekly quality control inspections to ensure compliance with each projects scope of work.

·   Reported project production progress to all stakeholders on a daily basis.

·   Developed and implemented a quality assurance inspection checklist, based on the requirements as provided in the U.S. Government Uniform Facilities Criteria (UFC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and Telecordia Technologies Generic Requirements (TELCORDIA 1275-CORE).

·   Performed additional duties as the Project Manager responsible for the supervision of subcontractor productivity relating to the installation, testing, and operation of ISP/OSP communication equipment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arthur D. Graves, 209 La Jolla, Live Oak, Texas 78233, (continued):

 

 

April 2003 to March 2011: Construction Project Manager, Ericson Global Services, Chambersburg, PA.

 

·   Performed on-site project management duties in support of VoIP network design and installation activities for 18 U.S. Military Telecommunication Network upgrades.

·   Directed subcontractors’ daily construction and installation activities.

·   Project construction values ranged from 75K to 14.4M.

·   Conducted daily project status update meetings with all stakeholders.

 

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February 2000 to March 2003:  Construction Project Manager, Regal Construction Company, O’Fallon, MO.

·   Supervised 5 to 8 residential roof restoration construction crews on daily basis. 

·   Calculated, presented, and settled insurance repair estimates with the homeowner and their insurance carriers.

·   Project repair values ranged from $3K to $35K. 

·   Ensured quality workmanship and inspections were in compliance with all city, county, and state construction codes.

 

Prior to January 2000:   Communications Operations Chief. U.S. Army.

 

·   Planned, directed, and supervised the planning and implementation of the U.S. Army communication networks.

·   Supervised and trained subordinate telecom technicians and controllers in the operation of land and wireless communication networks.

·   Prepared and maintained reports, records and operational databased used to conduct logistics support functions in both tactical and strategic environments.

 

EDUCATION:  Pursuing a BS Degree in Project Management.

 

TRAINING:  OSHA Safety Courses; ISO Auditor training; Marconi DISC*S (Digital Loop) Planning and Engineering program; U.S. Army Digital Wireless Communication Equipment Operations; U.S. Army Telecom Switch Security. Provisioning and Programing Procedures Course; Military Advanced Leadership Courses.

 

Clearance:   SECRET