Leon D. Smith

About Leon D. Smith

I’m a Project Controls Specialist and certified Project Management professional with 8+ years of experience driving projects across the energy, manufacturing, and mining industries. My expertise sits at the intersection of project management and data analytics — turning complex project data into insights that help organizations save time, reduce costs, and deliver results.I specialize in:Project Management & Scheduling: Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP, Maximo, Oracle, JDEProcess Improvement: Six Sigma Black Belt, SMRP Certified, Project Management CertificationData Analytics & Automation: SQL, Python (pandas, numpy, matplotlib), Excel VBA/macros, Power BI, TableauWhat sets me apart is my ability to bridge technical analysis with project leadership. I’ve built dashboards, automated reports, and led cross-functional teams — helping executives make better decisions with real-time data.Currently at Duke Energy, I support multi-million-dollar power distribution projects by integrating scheduling systems with analytics tools, providing clear visibility into risk, cost, and performance. My goal is to continue growing into a Data Analyst or Project Manager role where I can apply both my technical and leadership skills to solve problems and deliver measurable impact.Always open to connecting with professionals in project management, data analytics, and energy/construction industries.

Experience

1. Photographer Business Owner

   Motivated Soulz

   Nov 2017 — Present · Columbia, SC, US

   I\'m the owner and operator of Motivated Soulz. A Smith & Goods LLC Company. I operate a small team that involves myself as well. We specialize in photography and videography. Please check us out

Education

• Midlands Technical College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Industrial Technology

  2013 — 2015

• Midlands Technical College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Business Administration and Management, General

  2016 — 2017

• FairField Central High School

  Diploma, Auto Body Collision /Mechanics

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Welding
• Solar System Design
• Social Media
• Cnc Operation
• Marketing
• Stick Welding
• Management
• Electrical Fundamentals
• Social Networking
• Manufacturing
• Avionics
• Leadership
• Microsoft Excel
• Electricians
• Public Speaking
• Emt
• Packing
• Loto
• Project Management
• Energy
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Mig Welding
• Solar Energy
• Confined Space
• Training
• Electronics
• Microsoft Word
• Wiring
• Team Leadership
• Power Plants
• Time Management
• Maintenance & Repair
• Engineering
• Metal Fabrication
• Renewable Energy
• Conduit
• Strategic Planning
• Teamwork