2466 Cloverwood Loop / Anchorage, AK 99508

509-424-0963

Rich Edwards

Seeking an opportunity with a strong company that is always evolving as technologies and processes are updated. A

challenging position within the Communications Industry, where my skills, experience and work ethics will benefit

the company and myself.

jhndeere123@hotmail.com

OBJECTIVE

Rich Edwards

OSP Relocation Engineer III

30 years of experience in successfully managing and installing multi scale ISP, OSP and IT projects. High attention

to detail, coupled with extensive experience within project management processes, tools and techniques that are

valuable within any telecommunications project. Well versed in negotiating project changes, continuations or

cancellations. Drawing upon experience, I keep projects progressing while never losing understanding of the overall

functionality of specialty systems and system integration within new and existing infrastructure. As a relocation

engineer, I have a strong ability to focus on proactive decision-making and issue resolution while communicating

with key project stakeholders.

Relevant Projects

GCI Statewide Facilities Relocations, Statewide, AK: Managed all phases of GCI’s statewide facility

relocations projects, challenged by as many as 43 simultaneous projects. As the lead project manager I was

responsible for all pre-engineering, cost estimating, project award, construction inspection and project closeout.

Worked through various issues with the different facets of government to ensure all required documentation was in

order and filed correctly to the level required by the governing agency for full reimbursement. I have seamlessly

bridged the gaps between the clients’ active stakeholders to keep project handoffs successful and on schedule.

San Francisco Plant Upgrade, San Francisco, CA: Oversaw large scale facility upgrades for AT&T

throughout the greater San Francisco area. Detailed project planning and scheduling took place to ensure hot cuts

were accomplished with minimum customer outages, while adhering to the requirements of the maintenance work

windows. Multi-agency coordination was needed to ensure construction crew and public safety was organized.

Ability to manage construction crews while maintaining project productivity ensured the upgrade came in on time

and on budget.

E-Rate Schools Program, Pacific NW, WA, ID & OR: Oversaw outside plant backbone upgrades and

complete campus ISP system deployment for over 40 schools throughout the Pacific Northwest. The ability to

maintain multiple contractor crew schedules while managing project material quantities and deliveries. Attention to

detail with the QA/QC program and document archiving ensured the program was successful. This program required

a high level of accounting and documentation due to the interaction and financial relationship with government

agencies. Handled all the construction management as well as the home office duties to ensure the project met all

reporting, archiving and construction standards required by the government.

Mine Communications Program, NV: Oversaw ISP/OSP system upgrades and extensions to broadband

communications at various mining complexes across the state of Nevada. Overseeing all materials takeoffs and

procurement for projects as well as end customer coordination’s to work within active mining operations with as

little interruption as possible. No two complexes were the same and each deployment required a standalone design

and construction approach. Ability to quickly assess construction obstacles and constraints allowed this program to

come in on time and under budget.

2466 Cloverwood Loop / Anchorage, AK 99508

509-424-0963

Rich Edwards

jhndeere123@hotmail.com

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Technical Skills

• CATV: Installation, Design & Construction of ISP & OSP Facilities of MDU’s, Residential & Commercial

Projects.

• Fiber Optics: Installation, Design & Construction of ISP & OSP Facilities.

• Fiber Optics: Fusion & Mechanical Splicing, Terminations, Tier I & II Conformance Testing.

• Copper: Installation, Design & Construction of ISP & OSP Facilities of MDU’s, Residential, &

Commercial Projects.

• Copper: Installation, Design & Construction of Structured Cabling Systems for Cat 5, 5e, 6 & 6A.

• Design & As-Built Mapping of Fiber Optics, Backbone Copper and Data Copper with CAD/Visio

Programs

Construction Skills

• Architectural and Mechanical Drafting, Blueprint Reading.

• Ability to Read and Create Architectural and Mechanical Designs of ISP & OSP Facilities.

• Comprehension and Understanding of BICSI, EIA, TIA, NEC & NESC Standards.

Management Skills

• Former Founder, Owner and President of OSP & IT Contracting Company.

• Project Bidding, Estimating and Sales of Company Services.

• Management, Training & Scheduling of 1 to150+ Employees covering the West Coast.

L COMPETINCIES

eadership

• Strong emphasis on teamwork and a shared responsibility for success. Coaches and mentors; inspires and

motivates.

• Delegates responsibilities to team members.

• Promotes a cooperative and positive team work environment.

• Sets clear, reasonable expectations and monitors the outcome of those expectations.

• Remains visible, approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis.

• Committed to continuous improvements with team work processes and introduce change as an ongoing

business practice while focusing on the mission & goals of the organization and team.

• Builds trust-based relationships.

• Helps others to overcome resistance to change.

Project Management

• Ability to exercise project discipline, accountability and best work practices over a wide variety of

technical and business initiatives while insuring customer’s quality standards are met.

• Manages risks and responds effectively to unforeseen problems.

• Monitors and evaluates social, fiscal and political trends that affect the project in order to predict & identify

risks to formulate strategies for effective management.

• Understands customer needs to ensure satisfaction.

• Uses resources efficiently and effectively manages projects within the budget limits. Uses effective

techniques to define outcomes and expectations and achieve results.

2466 Cloverwood Loop / Anchorage, AK 99508

509-424-0963

Rich Edwards

jhndeere123@hotmail.com

Problem Solving

• Proactive Information Gathering/Strategic Inquiry - Actively research information that could impact the

project while applying in creative ways.

• Systematic/Systemic Thinking - Able to focus on details at hand while seeing the context of larger

organizational or business analysis.

Communications

• Ability to adjust communications style for diverse audiences and individuals.

• Anticipates interests/concerns of key stakeholders & sponsors while focusing on the vision, goals and

objectives of projects.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills & effective use of non-verbal communications.

• Establishes social networks with other project managers and stakeholders. Practices two-way, open, direct

and honest communication. Open to feedback from staff, peers, sponsors, executives and supervisors.

Innovation & Change

• Creative, innovative & adaptive to diverse situations while meeting organizational objectives.

• Seeks and acts on opportunities to improve, streamline and re-invent work processes while analyzing

calculated risks.

Other Skills

• Strong Computer Skills in MS Office Software, i.e.; GIS Mapping, Customer Specific Software.

• Heavy Equipment Operator / Digger Derricks, Bucket Trucks, Backhoes, Forklifts, Trenchers, Plows,

Excavators and Cranes.

• Conformance & Acceptance testing for ISP & OSP Fiber, Copper & Coax. i.e. Wavetek, Fluke, Exfo,

Corning.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 30+ years’ experience of successfully managing/installing a range of small/medium to large OSP, Fiber

Optic and IT projects with increasing complexity.

• Experience in and demonstrated understanding of the project domain (for example, application

development) sufficient to review activities and tasks with domain experts and verify estimated levels of

effort.

• Extensive experience with project management processes, tools & techniques, i.e.; negotiating for or

against project changes, continuation or cancellation. Worked with business management to develop

budgets with business/system analysis defining functional requirements for a sufficiently accurate estimate,

assessment and risk control. Prioritizing trade-offs between on-time, in-scope or on-budget delivery.