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Tod Cooper

Davidson

Summary

Results-driven operations professional with extensive experience in optimizing business processes and enhancing productivity. Expertise in strategic planning, resource management, and driving operational efficiency within fast-paced technical environments. Recognized for reliability and decisive problem-solving abilities while fostering a culture of continuous improvement that empowers high-performing teams to excel. Committed to delivering measurable results that align with organizational goals and elevate overall performance.

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

MYR Group Inc.
Thornton, CO
2017 - 2024
  • Responsible for strategic and operational leadership of MYR Group’s Transmission and Distribution operations throughout the US and Canada. Direct reports included senior operations personnel, fleet, safety and business development.
  • Played a key role in performing due diligence on potential acquisition and lead integration teams for new acquisitions.
  • Involved in major contract negotiations, client development initiatives and the development and diversification of services
  • Oversaw financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and maximizing growth and profitability.
  • Directed risk management strategies to mitigate potential challenges in project execution and business operations.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making processes for future growth opportunities.
  • Attended all quarterly board of director meetings to present operations updates that included detailed project reviews, business plans, financial forecasts, safety performance and new initiatives pertaining to areas of responsibility
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.

Senior Vice President Transmission & Distribution

MYR Group Inc.
Rural Hall, NC
2012 - 2017
  • Responsible for operations of all MYR subsidiaries throughout the US
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Duties included the development and implementation of safety plans and budgets, proposals preparation, project execution and business development
  • Participated in all board of directors meetings to provide comprehensive updates on project performance, safety updates and initiatives, and large project opportunities.
  • Participated in acquisition due diligence and integration.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.

Vice President Transmission & Distribution

MYR Group - Subsidiaries - The L.E. Myers Company/Harlan Electric
Rural Hall, NC
2004 - 2012
  • Responsible for operations of Harlan Electric and The L.E. Myers Company. Included the development and implementation of safety plans and budgets, proposal development, project execution and employee development.

District Manager

MYR Group Subsidiary The L.E. Myers Co.
Rural Hall, NC
1998 - 2004
  • Responsible for district operations including but not limited to: transmission, overhead & underground distribution, substation and foundation construction operations, as well as annual budgets and safety performance.

Various Positions

The L.E. Myers Co.
Midwest And Southeast US
1989 - 1998
  • Worked in numerous positions to support project, district and corporate initiatives including; project manager, procurement manager, district estimator, marketing manager and assistant district manager.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree - Industrial Engineering/Training Technology

Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
01-1998

Skills

  • Oversaw company-wide construction operations
  • Strategic planning
  • Acquisition due diligence and integration
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Safety program development and implementation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Performance management
  • Personnel development
  • Financial management
  • Business forecasting
  • Organizational development
  • Marketing and business development

Affiliations

  • Chairman
  • American Line Builders
  • Apprenticeship Training Program

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

MYR Group Inc.
2017 - 2024

Senior Vice President Transmission & Distribution

MYR Group Inc.
2012 - 2017

Vice President Transmission & Distribution

MYR Group - Subsidiaries - The L.E. Myers Company/Harlan Electric
2004 - 2012

District Manager

MYR Group Subsidiary The L.E. Myers Co.
1998 - 2004

Various Positions

The L.E. Myers Co.
1989 - 1998

Bachelor of Science Degree - Industrial Engineering/Training Technology

Bowling Green State University

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