Alan Knight
Mocksville
Summary
Senior project manager with proven track record in leading cross-functional teams for system development and implementation in high-tech sectors. Specializes in project management methodologies, particularly in telecommunications. Demonstrates consistent delivery of projects on time and within budget while upholding high-quality standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Project Manager
Critical Project Services
Dallas
09.2023 - Current
- Led senior project management for Skybox Austin 1, overseeing 141,000 square feet and a 20-megawatt fit-up and fit-out.
- Directed senior project management for Skybox Austin 2, executing 146,000 square feet and 40-megawatt core and shell operations.
- Oversaw senior project management for Skybox Hutto 1, completing 235,000 square feet and 48-megawatt facilities on schedule.
- Managed Core Scientific Dalton 1 facility, overseeing scheduling and low-voltage contractor procurement for 588,000 square feet.
- Oversaw the telecom and security infrastructure for Skybox Lancaster, delivering 270,900 square feet and a 300-megawatt fit-up and fit-out, consisting of three data halls.
Telecom Owners Representative / Project Manager
CBRE
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversaw 780 megawatts of Data Center capacity across three job sites.
- Managed client communications to ensure timely responses and satisfaction.
- Managed $5.5M bulk labor portfolio, contributing to $40M in delivered critical capacity.
- Secured vendor support agreements with NDA and Non-compete clauses while enforcing contracted labor rates.
- Handled fiber optics, Ethernet cables, and technology installations, including termination and splicing certification.
National Program Manager
Vision Technologies, Inc
Glen Burnie
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Supervised and led national project teams of 25 or more technicians and electricians.
- Managed daily operations and budget for a large hyperscale customer in the Southeast region.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication to align program objectives and expectations.
- Developed project timelines to ensure the timely completion of tasks.
Mechanical/Electrical Manager Program Manager
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Baltimore
03.2016 - 04.2020
- Managed on-site projects for a hyperscale customer in Lenoir, NC, ensuring alignment with objectives.
- Supervised installation of fiber optic and copper cables, including termination and splicing processes.
- Developed project schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Reviewed technical drawings to verify design specifications were met.
Senior Data Center Consultant
EDI Ltd
Atlanta
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Led technical project management for a global service provider's data center build-out program, involving travel across three hyperscale sites.
- Conducted analysis of client feedback to pinpoint areas necessitating service enhancement.
- Evaluated subcontractor construction methodologies and reports for adherence to quality specifications.
- Oversaw the construction of over 55 miles of underground network, managing all related permitting processes.
Enterprise Networks Sales Engineer
Corning Optical Communications LLC
Hickory
05.1998 - 02.2015
- Established strong relationships with key customers and expanded sales in assigned territory from $7M to $13M in two years; acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently, resulting in incremental revenue of $7M.
- Enterprise Marketing Specialist, May 2010 through May 2012.
- Conducted hands-on training for telecommunication students and Corning's Networks of Preferred Installers (NPI) on proper fiber optic procedures; conducted numerous webinars and technical training videos for the Corning web page and YouTube site, which are still being viewed to date.
- Product Line Specialist May 2008 – May 2010.
- Provided technical support and on-site assistance to many internal and external customers throughout the world on various Corning products and implemented tailored service plans to the needs of multiple clients across the region in the US.
- Senior Field Engineer, May 1998 – May 2008.
- Installed Corning ST, FC, SC, LC, MT-RJ, and MTP fiber optic connectors in optical networks; used Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR) and other optical test equipment to troubleshoot and document fiber optic systems; successfully managed over fifty projects throughout the US, CA and South Korea, all of which exceeded budgeted profit margin.
Non-Commissioned Officer (E-5) Field Artillery
United States Army
08.1993 - 08.1997
- Completed a four-week leadership development course as an honor graduate.
- Awarded Soldier of the Year in 1997 out of 482 soldiers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Mountain State University
Charleston, WV12.2012
Associate degree - Business Administration
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Hudson, NC05.2008
Skills
- Data center operations
- Telecommunications and security
- Data center design and execution
- Technical training
- Contract management
- Scheduling
Affiliations
- Building Industry Consulting Service International
- Electronics Technicians Association International
- Toastmasters International
References
Available upon request
Awards
- Awarded the Army Commendation Medal
- Awarded three Army Achievement Medals
- Awarded the Humanitarian Service Medal
Accomplishments
- Occupational Safety and Health, OSHA-30
- National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 70E
- Fiber Optic Association, Certified Fiber Optic Technician
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager
Critical Project Services
09.2023 - Current
Telecom Owners Representative / Project Manager
CBRE
10.2020 - 09.2023
National Program Manager
Vision Technologies, Inc
04.2019 - 10.2020
Mechanical/Electrical Manager Program Manager
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
03.2016 - 04.2020
Senior Data Center Consultant
EDI Ltd
02.2015 - 03.2016
Enterprise Networks Sales Engineer
Corning Optical Communications LLC
05.1998 - 02.2015
Non-Commissioned Officer (E-5) Field Artillery
United States Army
08.1993 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Mountain State University
Associate degree - Business Administration
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute