Project manager & Cost Analyst
DenverOctober 21, 2009
JOHN E. KOSIENSKI
9710 W. 105th Ave., Westminster, CO 80021 home phone (720) 887-8097 email: jkosienski@gmail.com
Objective:
Seeking a position as a Business Analyst, Cost Accountant, Buyer or Project Manager.
Profile:
Professional with proven results in reducing costs and increasing efficiency in numerous departments. A detailed orientated individual that is accustomed to deadlines and has the ability to work independently or in a team environment. Certified in Lean Six Sigma and a Six Sigma yellow belt.
Skill Summary:
Budgeting Problem Solving Lean Six Sigma 10 Hour OSHA
Customer Service Inventory Control Quality Control Six Sigma
Professional Experience:
Right Way Tile & Marble Westminster, CO
Owner/Operator 2008 Present
Reactivated my own company doing residential repairs
Projects included: Driveway demolition, home siding, landscaping and small repairs
Gordon Sign Company Denver, CO
Project Manager 2005 2008
Implemented new purchasing procedures
Reviewed contracts for accuracy, scope of work, financial requirements, bonds and pricing
Utilized MS Project to create project schedules which reduced labor lag time
Created visual quality control procedures to reduce rework in production
Communicated project status to upper management weekly and provided a monthly job cost analysis
Managed projects nationwide through phone calls, mail and emails
Accomplishments:
Recovered over $250,000.00 in retainage for past projects
Expedited a 2 phase project to realize a profit on the 2nd phase
Don Bell Signs, LLC Port Orange, FL
Purchasing Manager 2004 2005
Reviewed contracts from subcontractors for facility construction projects
Implemented Just In Time inventory procedures which increased work space
Analyzed inventory for costs and movement
Negotiated yearly pricing with vendors
Initiated spot inventory audits.
Conducted training on new products
Accomplishments:
Reduced inventory costs by 15%, through strategic ordering.
Right Way Tile & Marble Daytona Beach, FL
Owner 2003-2004
Performed residential interior and exterior construction
Conducted repairs for residential homes, to include painting, drywall and cement work
Cunningham Field and Research, Inc. (Market Research) Ormond Beach, FL
Corporate Accountant 2002-2003
Supervised an accounting staff of 4 individuals
Researched and analyzed expenditures for 13 different locations
Compiled financial statements for 13 different locations nationwide
Accomplishments:
Through coordination with the IT department reduced bank reconciliation time by 50%
Don Bell Signs, LLC Port Orange, FL
Interim Controller (2001-2002) 2000-2002
Managed an Accounting department of 4 employees
Created budgets and forecasts in order to establish new loans
Created financial statements (i.e. Balance Sheets, Profit and Loss statements, Income Statements and Fixed Assets)
Cost Accountant (2000-2001)
Coordinated with operations and purchasing to reduce lag time
Analyzed all costs related to manufacturing and installation
Reviewed contracts insurance requirements, bonds, and billing procedures
Created monthly job cost reports for upper management
Critical team member/trainer on the implementation of a new ERP system
Kargar Construction, Inc. (General Contractor) Ormond Beach, FL
Job Coordinator 1999-2000
Reconciled monthly financial statements
Analyzed home building costs against estimated costs
Created and issued purchase orders to vendors and subcontractors
Education, Certificates & Seminars:
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Finance)
Lean Six Sigma Certificate, Six Sigma yellow belt, 10 Hour OSHA Certificate, Certified Adaptive Service Technician, Project Management Seminar
Military Experience:
United States Air Force (Air Traffic Controller)
Honorable Discharge, Secret Clearance
Computer Skills:
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook), Microsoft Project, SQL, Lily Visual
