Tracy Milkie

Results-driven Project Manager with a background in WisDOT commercial road construction and civil landscaping. Proficient in cost forecasting, union payroll, and vendor coordination. Expert at bridging the gap between field operations and administration to ensure budget compliance and project efficiency. Eager to contribute and apply technical expertise and industry knowledge to drive project success.

Landscaping Laborer - MJS Landscaping - Waukesha, WI

(2024)

• Managed on-site logistics and equipment maintenance for high-value residential and commercial contracts, ensuring zero safety incidents
• Snow removal and salting during winter months.

Project Manager - Apex/Kuehne Commercial Construction - Oak Creek, WI

(2023 - 2024)

• Document Control: Managed the full lifecycle of project documentation, including contracts, blueprints, RFIs, Submittals and Change Orders ensuring seamless communication between the field, architects, and WisDOT.
• Schedule Coordination: Coordinate project schedules, material deliveries, equipment rentals, and subcontractor activities to align with project timelines.
• WisDOT Compliance: Audited and submitted certified payroll and material certifications for state-regulated projects, maintaining 100% compliance with WisDOT Standards.
• Procurement & Estimating: Streamlined the bidding process by sourcing vendor quotes and managing permit/license acquisition, directly supporting the successful launch of new projects.
• Financial Administration: Oversaw essential accounting tasks, including invoicing, collections, and quarterly reporting, ensuring project expenses remained within approved budget parameters.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Acted as the central point of contact for general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, landscape architects and WisDOT facilitating production meetings and documenting actionable meeting minutes to drive project momentum.

Finish Carpenter - Goodman Construction - Oak Creek, WI

(2021 - 2022)

• Executed renovation services, including preparation and painting of new and existing interior walls, ceilings, floors, woodwork, door and window frames, baseboards, and radiators; performed spray painting on trim, cabinets, frameworks, and other wooden fixtures.
• Installed various flooring types, including tile, laminate, and wood.
• Assisted with demolition work and post-project cleanup.
• Conducted commercial power washing and spray painting tasks.
• Performed landscaping activities to enhance outdoor spaces.

Warehouse Associate - Amazon - Oak Creek, WI

(2020 - 2021)

• Executed scanning and storage of merchandise in assorted size bins, accurately picking and packing orders, and operating forklifts and pallet jacks.

Nanny - Private Client - Milwaukee, WI

(2017 - 2020)

• Provided nurturing care for infants and toddlers in a safe and engaging environment.
• Created a child-friendly atmosphere filled with activities that encouraged safe and positive behaviors.
• Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes, ensuring safe transportation to various events.

Executive Assistant - U.S. Bank - Milwaukee, WI

(2012 - 2017)

• Orchestrated and facilitated over 10 corporate events per month across various cities nationwide.
• Managed and maintained intricate schedules for top executives within the bank.
• Oversaw budget management, expense reporting, and payroll processes.
• Transcribed, composed, and distributed meeting minutes and agendas with precision.
• Maintained office equipment, ensuring optimal functionality of printers, copiers, and computers.
• Processed invoices, purchase orders, credit memos, and payment transactions accurately.
• Coordinated new hire onboarding and offboarding, as well as equipment procurement and software acquisitions.
• Served as a two-year term Team Captain for the Milwaukee Advisory Board (MAB), leading philanthropic efforts for the American Heart Association and United Way.

Associate - Business Administration - Milwaukee Area Technical School (2005 - 2006)