Mina (Jack) Meleka, PMP - CSSYB

Experience

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  NV5 PNW

  Jan 2006 - Jun 2008

  Internship/ Lab technician

  Conducted lab testing for developers such as: MGM Mirage in Las VegasMuerelo MaddocksOccidental CollegeOther Los Angeles based developers for projects in Downtown Los Angeles.

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  Converse Consultants

  Jan 2008 - Jul 2009

  Soils Tech/Inspector

  *Maintained lab, conducted tests and maintained inventories*Tested and tracked soil samples*Assisted Civil/Environmental Engineers with minor calculations*Assisted field staff with drilling*Conducted site visitations, inspected soil, and observed construction phases*Communicated with other offices and testing facilities*Nuke Gage and various material and soil testing equipment certifiedNotable Project Locations: Pierce College Mt. SAC CollegeCalifornia State Polytechnic, PomonaCalifornia Technical Institute Show less

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  T&Y Construction

  Jul 2009 - Oct 2010

  Project Engineer

  *Supervised and oversaw construction projects*Coordinated project with project owners, subcontractors, and construction teams*Provided assistance to Project Manager *Conducted troubleshooting for sites and scheduling issues along with means and methods of construction*Drafted/reviewed and maintained request for information, submittals, and change order directives*Reviewed/edited construction plans and details as neededNotable Projects: Goldenwest College LRC Highland Oaks Elementary Show less

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  PCN3 INC.

  Nov 2010 - Oct 2011

  Project Engineer

  Project Engineer for Modernization and New Construction for Carson High School- Contracted through LAUSD*Supervising and overseeing construction projects*Coordinating projects with project owners, subcontractors, and construction teams*Troubleshooting site and scheduling issues and means and methods of construction*Conducting analysis of details and construction plans*Negotiating project bids and contracts*Providing assistance to Project Manager*Drafting/reviewing and maintaining requests for information, submittals, and change order directives;*Reviewing/editing construction plans and details Show less

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  DEB Construction, LLC

  Sept 2011 - Mar 2012

  Project Engineer

  -Camp Pendleton Replacement Hospital- Maintain and Procuring the Medical Equipment Contract-Bank of America/Chase/Commercial Buildings/Hoag Hospital as supporting staff*Determine project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements; assigning personnel to phases and elements; reviewing bids from contractors*Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems*Control project costs by approving expenditures; administering contractor contracts*Control project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan and schedule changes; recommending actions Show less

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  Black & Veatch

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2017

  AT&T TURF - LA Market•Assess existing site conditions for proper design initiation and construction drawings•Manage overall project performance including: scope, safety, innovation, cost, and customer satisfaction •Create and establish market methods to be used in site evaluation •Develop methods and tools for time reduction of project cost approvals (reduced time by 50%)•Simultaneously managed multiple projects•Manage subcontractors work load and project assignments•Provide cost and budget verification for impact on finances and total cost of projects•Provide effective cost control and budget management practices•Conduct project closeouts in collaboration with subcontractors and clients Show less

  • Construction Scoping Manager

    Jan 2014 - Feb 2017

  • Scoping Engineer

    Oct 2012 - Jan 2014
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  CHC Consulting, a Congruex Company

  Feb 2017 - Apr 2018

  Project Manager

  OSP - Telecommunications Verizon One Fiber

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  Crown Castle

  May 2018 - Jun 2019

  Project Manager

  Project Manager for Small Cell node and fiber placement for Verizon Wireless program •Coordinate with Crown Fiber to deliver circuits on time •Meet with the clients on different occasions for updates; execution; completion •Closeout old projects in order for contract to be fully executed •Provide financial review for amendments •Resolve open items on open projects •Negotiate with client for completion of open projects and payment

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  T-Mobile

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2019

  Project Manager IV, Technology

  Managed Build Your Own Coverage (BYOC) DAS Projects for Tri-Market •Manages the planning, development and/or construction process for all new complex or high-risk telecommunications facilities and modification projects to existing facilities •Deal with Vendors and contractors in implementing their scope of work and issue purchase orders • Manage Vendors for Construction, AE, Site Acquisitions, and Design

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  Ridgeline Telecom

  May 2020 - Mar 2021

  Project Manager

  OSP Project Manager • Managed day to day process for fiber design, jurisdictional approval, andclient relations• Review financial project health and search for revenue producingopportunities and market growth• Manage cross functional teams to complete forecasted goals andproduction• Report to leadership, clients, and stakeholders on a weekly basis thedevelopment, risks, and completion of assign projects

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  Motive Infrastructure Solutions

  Apr 2021 - Jan 2023

  Project Manager

  Telecom Project Manager• Maintain financial KPIs, client portfolio, and monthly revenue• Structure and outline process for the program• Point of Contact for Client relations and developers• Engineering and site devleopment services• Manage construction schedule and budget/schedule/deliverables• Manage permitting, engineering, and internal teams to deliver on time and in budget

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  Hotwire Communications Ltd

  Jan 2023 - now

  Program Manager - Enterprise PMO Operations

  - Liaise across various departments on assigned programs, ensuring effective integration and communication. • Establish and maintain the relationship with internal stakeholders and external vendors- Promote the application of various methodologies and best practices within project management and product teams. • Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.- Facilitate processes to promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices within the EPMO and to related areas within the organization for project management. • Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.- Research and implement ideas and innovative approaches to enhances processes within Hotwire. Show less