Kevin Leyne
Midleton
Summary
Systematic Project Manager with more than 20 years working in cross-functional environments. Bringing exceptional written and oral communication skills paired with expertise in financial analysis and project coordination. Dedicated to offering locally relevant oversight and management techniques. Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Brings proven abilities in end-to-end project management. Expert in identifying and mitigating risks, reaching milestones and managing deliverables. Highly organized leader with great attention to detail.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Research & Development Project Manager
MaREI
Cork
06.2014 - Current
- Project Manager of Research and Innovation Projects funded by the EC & Ireland
- Fully responsible for project budgets in excess of €10M
- Collaborated in the development of innovative solutions for complex problems within cross-functional teams
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- High in emotional intelligence and stays calm under pressure. Adept in conflict resolution.
Renewable Energy Engineer Internship
Waterford Energy Bureau
Waterford
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Preparation of tender documents for renewable energy projects and energy efficiency initiatives
- Energy management and procurement including managing electricity accounts and energy optimisation of community and local authority sites
- Identifying energy efficiency improvements to local authority and community buildingsInvestigating alternate energy solutions to increase energy efficiency including investigating the integration of local authority Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Identified customer needs and developed solutions based on user feedback.
- Analyzed customer requirements to determine project scope and objectives.
- Generated reports summarizing engineering results for internal review.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Developed preventive maintenance programs and supported energy conservation improvements.
- Recommended use of utility or energy services to minimize carbon footprints.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
Construction Project Manager
Obelisk Telecommunications Ltd
Cavan
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Liaised with clients and project managers to ensure timely network rollout completion.
- Organized subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored the progress of construction projects ensuring quality control standards were met.
- Prepared site survey reports to ensure adherence to relevant H&S and legislative standards.
- Responsible for the audit of 2G and 3G radio base station construction projects for mobile telecom clients.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and safety regulations.
- Analyzed cost estimates to determine if they are within budget constraints.
- Prepared reports detailing progress updates for senior management.
- Led post-project reviews to assess successes and failures and identify areas for improvement.
- Mitigated risk, coordinated plans and updated specifications to maintain safety and OSHA compliance.
Engineering Services Manager
Vodafone Ireland
Dublin
04.2009 - 06.2011
- Drove results in support of the business, even in the face of demanding timelines.
- Developed and implemented new engineering processes to improve efficiency.
- Advised senior management on various matters related to the engineering services department.
- Provided leadership and direction throughout entire project lifecycle from conception through implementation.
- Encouraged team collaboration and motivated individual employees through positive reinforcement and technical recognition.
- Designed and implemented engineering projects that exceeded client expectations and bolstered revenue opportunities.
- Identified areas of improvement within the engineering team and developed action plans to address them.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the engineering services department, including staff scheduling and resource allocation.
Project Engineer
Vodafone Ireland Ltd.
Dublin , Ireland
04.2009 - 06.2011
- Incorporated end-user feedback to refine scope through the project lifecycle and can communicate changes, updates and decisions to key stakeholders.
- Developed project plans, budgets and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Managed resources such as equipment, materials, personnel and subcontractors to achieve project goals.
- Conducted risk assessments and created mitigation strategies for potential risks associated with projects.
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement in the delivery of projects.
- Identified cost saving measures that could be implemented without compromising safety or quality standards during the project life cycle.
- Compiled reports detailing progress updates, budget information and other relevant data related to the assigned project.
- Monitored work performance against established milestones ensuring adherence to approved schedules.
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
- Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Seconded to Ericsson to support a major 3G and RAN network refresh project.
- Responsible for the structural loading to antenna support structures in the rollout of the RAN refresh upgrade to 1,200+, 3G network sites.
- Acted as client representative on key infrastructure projects expanding SDH network.
Projects Manager, Network Construction Department
Vodafone Ireland Ltd.
Dublin, Ireland
12.2001 - 04.2007
- Directly responsible for 2G/3G Network expansion in SW Ireland meeting strict targets.
- Team member driving the construction of 365 new base stations in one calendar year.
- Provided resource surveys for potential sites and delivered dark fibre and SDH projects.
- Implemented direct links to customers, delivered power to sites and monitored contractor performance.
- Managed stakeholders expectations and maintained effective communication channels.
- Provided guidance to project team members to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Identified risks associated with projects and developed contingency plans.
- Ensured all relevant documentation is completed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth transition between phases of projects.
- Created reports outlining project status, milestones achieved, risks encountered.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss project issues, brainstorm solutions.
- Developed best practices for successful delivery of projects within budget constraints.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress against the plan and reported on variances.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Civil Engineer
Thomas Swaine & Sons Ltd. and ER Engineering
Wexford & Cork, Ireland
11.1996 - 12.2001
- Details of early career available on request
Education
PG Certificate in Project Management - Project Management
Cork University Business School, UCC
Cork11-2033
PG Micro-Credential in Offshore Wind And Ocean Energy Conversion - Offshore Renewable Energy
University College of Cork, School of Engineering
Cork05-2024
MSc - Sustainable Engineering: Offshore Renewable Energy
Strathclyde University
11.2012
BEng (Hons) (2:1) - Civil Engineering
Cardiff University
06.1995
Skills
- PG Certificate in Project Management
- PG Micro-Credential in Offshore Wind & Ocean Energy Conversion
- Risk Management
- Quality assurance and control
- Project tracking
- Contract Management
- Highly proficient in MS Office 365
- MS Project (Intermediate)
- SAP & Agresso Financial Software
- Strategic Planning
- Scope Management
- Agile Methodology
- Intermediate MS Project User
Membership Of Professional Institutions
Member of Engineers Ireland (MIEI)
Training
- PMP accreditation bootcamp
- Project Management and Technical Report Writing, Engineers Ireland
- Managing Safely in Construction, Construction Industry Federation
- Safe Pass, FAS
- Time Management
- Transitioning to a People Manager
- Presentation Skills
Affiliations
- Keen kayaker
- Avid reader
- Recreational cyclist
- DIY enthusiast
- Venture Scout Leader
- Listening to music
Languages
English
First Language
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Irish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research & Development Project Manager
MaREI
06.2014 - Current
Renewable Energy Engineer Internship
Waterford Energy Bureau
09.2013 - 05.2014
Construction Project Manager
Obelisk Telecommunications Ltd
06.2011 - 09.2011
Project Engineer
Vodafone Ireland Ltd.
04.2009 - 06.2011
Engineering Services Manager
Vodafone Ireland
04.2009 - 06.2011
Projects Manager, Network Construction Department
Vodafone Ireland Ltd.
12.2001 - 04.2007
Civil Engineer
Thomas Swaine & Sons Ltd. and ER Engineering
11.1996 - 12.2001
PG Certificate in Project Management - Project Management
Cork University Business School, UCC
PG Micro-Credential in Offshore Wind And Ocean Energy Conversion - Offshore Renewable Energy
University College of Cork, School of Engineering
MSc - Sustainable Engineering: Offshore Renewable Energy
Strathclyde University
BEng (Hons) (2:1) - Civil Engineering
Cardiff University
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