Fred Fritz
Baltimore
Summary
Reliable Installation manager with demonstrated history of success and extensive talents in management, installation coordination and project oversight. Highly skilled at personnel development and scheduling. Ready to tackle new challenges with great organization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
Vision Technologies, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
- Manage supervisor resources across multiple technologies (AV, Security, Data Center, Structured Cable, DAS/Mobility)
- Oversee the execution of internal and external activities including all out-sourced and sub-contract work in support of project installation activities.
- Manage and oversee installation budget for department and escalate recommendations as needed.
- Mentorship of Installation Supervisor team to include but not limited to: delegation, prioritization, workflow and career pathing
- Span of Control to include 50+ FTE in 2 geographical locations.
- Oversee 20+ Contract Employee/Temp and Subcontractor Resources.
- Personnel Management to include, but not limited to: Hiring, Separation, Onboarding, Offboarding, Contract Negotiation and Approval for Contract Employee and Subcontractor Resources.
- Oversee vehicle fleet to include, but not limited to: maintenance, liability, equipment delivery and associated responsibilities.
- Schedule and oversee safety and training requirements for multiple technologies to include, but not limited to: BICSI, MSP, DCJS, CTS, OSHA, as well as manufacturer specific requirements.
- Work with Project Management regarding budget and negotiation for augmented Installation Crews.
- Oversee department overhead budget.
- Mentor/train technical staff as needed; design learning plans/coordinate as needed.
- Act as customer liaison in absence of Project Manager
- Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed budget
- Execute Monthly P&L/Financial Reviews with Company Executives to include but not limited to: project financials, headcount forecast, utilization, planning and overhead costs.
Director of Project Management
Vision Technologies, Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed headcount of 14 to include 11 Project Managers and 3 Project Coordinators delivering AV project work.
- Elevated team productivity levels with regular training sessions focused on enhancing technical skills as well as soft skills like collaboration or problem-solving techniques.
- Coached team members for improved performance through constructive feedback, skill development opportunities, and ongoing support.
- Designed growth plans for Project Management and Coordinator team members to include industry certifications such as CTS, CAPM, PMP.
- Leveraged Microsoft Project to construct comprehensive project plans with clearly defined objectives, milestones, timelines, and resource allocations for successful execution.
- Ensured timely completion of projects through diligent monitoring of progress, proactive risk mitigation, and decisive action when necessary.
- Executed monthly P&L/Financial Reviews with Company Executives to include but not limited to: project financials, headcount forecast, utilization, planning and overhead costs.
Installation Manager
AVISPL
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Manage and Coordinate internal and external activities including all out-sourced and sub-contract work in support of project installation activities.
- Manage and oversee installation budget for department and make recommendations to upper management as needed.
- Construct installation plans and coordinate scheduling for many large projects on a national scale.
- Manage 20+ direct full-time reports in 3 geographical locations.
- Oversee 10+ Contract Employee/Temp and Subcontractor Resources.
- Personnel Management to include, but not limited to: Hiring, Separation, Onboarding, Offboarding, Contract Negotiation and Approval for Contract Employee and Subcontractor Resources.
- Oversee vehicle fleet to include, but not limited to: maintenance, liability, equipment delivery and associated responsibilities.
- Work with Project Management regarding budget and negotiation for augmented Installation Crews.
- Oversee Office overhead budget.
- Mentor/train technical staff as needed; design learning plans/coordinate as needed.
- Act as customer liaison in absence of Project Manager
- Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed budget
Fabrication Manager
AVISPL
05.2014 - 12.2018
- Responsible for managing fabrication shop facility and personnel.
- Understand the technical deliverable through reading and interpretation of engineering schematics and related documentation
- Manage project fabrication budget and deliverables.
- Understand project scope, budget, contract, goals and deliverables related to fabrication
- Schedule and participate in internal project kick-off meetings
- Assign lead techs to be in charge of fabrication efforts.
- Identify project fabrication tasks
- Coordinate and schedule personnel to meet project milestones
- Monitor the procurement process and assist in procurement when necessary
- Identify resource requirements, request personnel, and interview applicants
- Manage, monitor and procure shop supplies
- Evaluate technician skills and recommend or perform training as required
- Inspect and monitor work and processes
- Ensure that shop is kept clean and organized
- Participate in project Post Mortem meetings
Lead Installation Technician
AVISPL
05.2010 - 05.2014
- Lead installation for high profile contracts/clients
- Demonstrate job site leadership, mentor technicians on site and verify all quality of work
- Read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints.
- Use hand and power tools to solder and crimp connectors along with various other installation system related tasks
- Test point to point cabling and functionality of systems
- Test code for control and DSP systems – field load as necessary
- Make minor programming changes under the direction of an engineer or programmer
- Track, manage and secure all associated equipment and tools on jobsite
- Work with office staff to initiate return material authorizations as needed
- Provide site supervision of install team with direction from the Project Manager
- Communicate daily job site status to the Project Manager and complete required job documentation as needed
- Act as customer liaison on site per project scope and directives – direct on-site change requests to Project Manager for confirmation and final direction
- Communicate and coordinate with other trades on site
- Perform client training/event support as needed
- Travel to various job sites
Lead Installation Technician
SPL Integrated Solutions
12.2007 - 05.2010
- Lead installation for high profile contracts/clients
- Demonstrate job site leadership, mentor technicians on site and verify all quality of work
- Read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints.
- Use hand and power tools to solder and crimp connectors along with various other installation system related tasks
- Test point to point cabling and functionality of systems
- Test code for control and DSP systems – field load as necessary
- Make minor programming changes under the direction of an engineer or programmer
- Track, manage and secure all associated equipment and tools on jobsite
- Work with office staff to initiate return material authorizations as needed
- Provide site supervision of install team with direction from the Project Manager
- Communicate daily job site status to the Project Manager and complete required job documentation as needed
- Act as customer liaison on site per project scope and directives – direct on-site change requests to Project Manager for confirmation and final direction
- Communicate and coordinate with other trades on site
- Perform client training/event support as needed
- Travel to various job sites.
Installation Technician
SPL Integrated Solutions
04.2007 - 12.2007
- Perform installation tasks as noted in job summary per direction from lead Technician
- Read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints
- Use hand and power tools to solder and crimp connectors along with various other AV systems related tasks
- Assist Lead Tech with management and security of all associated equipment and tools on jobsite.
- Assist with basic mechanical fabrication and basic rack wiring
- Travel to various job sites
Education
Washington And Jefferson College
Washington PAAvon Old Farms
Avon CTSkills
- Installation coordination
- Supervision
- Collaboration
- Staff Scheduling
- Crew management
Certification
Secret Clearance with DOD
CTS Certification
OSHA30 Certified
Timeline
Director of Operations
Vision Technologies, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Director of Project Management
Vision Technologies, Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2023
Installation Manager
AVISPL
12.2018 - 08.2021
Fabrication Manager
AVISPL
05.2014 - 12.2018
Lead Installation Technician
AVISPL
05.2010 - 05.2014
Lead Installation Technician
SPL Integrated Solutions
12.2007 - 05.2010
Installation Technician
SPL Integrated Solutions
04.2007 - 12.2007
Secret Clearance with DOD
CTS Certification
OSHA30 Certified
Washington And Jefferson College
Avon Old Farms
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