Project Manager Engineer
Resume:
Mike South, P.E.
Director of Engineering/VP of Engineering/Engineering Manager
*************@*****.***
CAREER SUMMARY
I am a registered Professional Engineer with over fifteen years experience in civil
engineering, construction management, project management, manufacturing and
corporate leadership. During this time, I have held positions of increasing capacity and
responsibility, beginning with Project Engineer leading up to the current position of Vice
President of Engineering. Acknowledged strengths include effective communication and
organizational skills, project management and staff leadership. Able to make independent
decisions, I am a creative problem solver who develops strong working relationships,
learns quickly and is a team player.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TRIVIS, INC., Birmingham, AL
Vice President of Engineering, 2010-present
In addition to the Engineering Manager responsibilities below, I am responsible for
developing and maintaining the internal and contracted resource capacity to deliver
complete engineering designs and specifications for multiple product lines including
nuclear high level waste, electrical transmission and distribution systems and
telecommunications facilities. This involves the oversight of a team of engineers from
multiple disciplines including civil, structural, electrical, mechanical and nuclear. Also
responsible for engineering personnel training, development and qualification, internal
procedure and process development, procurement for external resources, materials and
construction, and quality assurance.
Principal Engineer/Engineering Manager, 2009-2010
Provide civil and structural engineering support to multiple divisions and business units,
as mentioned above. Coordinate with architects and other external professionals to
provide the comprehensive designs required for the client. Manage all engineering,
procurement and construction (EPC) projects from design through implementation.
Major Projects Delivered
• Development of Technical Scopes of Work, Procurement Specifications and other
bid documents for South Texas Project
• Engineering, Procurement and Construction of Dry Cask Horizontal Storage
Modules at Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo, Iowa
• Development of Operational Procedures, civil and structural designs and
Technical Risk Assessments for Dairyland Power Cooperative
• Hazards Assessment and Procedure Development for Nebraska Public Power
District
• Vendor Risk Assessments for Arizona Public Service
• Multiple Substation EPC deliveries for municipal and cooperative utilities
nationwide
• Multiple Telecommunications tower analyses and designs for carriers (Verizon,
SouthernLinc, Alltel), tower owners (Cellular South) and contractors
SOUTH & ASSOCIATES, INC., Birmingham, AL
Project Manager, 2004-2009
Project Manager for civil engineering consulting firm. Managed and maintained multiple
commercial, industrial, municipal and institutional site development projects.
Coordinated with architects and contractors. Worked alongside clients to obtain zoning
and permitting, including Corps of Engineers permits as well as State of Alabama
Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) permits. Provided conceptual
designs to the clients to ensure the desired product was received, while adhering to the
established budget as well as all applicable engineering standards and building codes.
Provided specifications and bid documents to clients as well as managed the overall
procurement process for multiple projects. Responsible for staff management, project
management, internal procedures and processes, CAD system administration and quality
assurance.
Major Projects Delivered
• Church of the Highlands, Birmingham, Alabama. A 120 acre church campus
development. I was responsible for all zoning, environmental permitting,
earthwork and drainage design, roadway improvements, utility extensions, site
acquisition. Coordinated with the architect and site contractor to ensure the client
received the desired product.
• Multiple Publix sites. Responsible for site acquisition, zoning, permitting, site
drainage designs, roadway improvements and utility extensions.
• Colonial Promenade Fultondale. 60 acre shopping center development.
Responsible for site acquisition, zoning, permitting, site drainage designs,
roadway improvements and utility extensions.
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM, Birmingham, AL
Field Project Manager, 2003-2004
Project Manager for nationally recognized medical, research and academic institution.
Managed multiple capital improvement projects from pre-bid phase through construction
and close-out. Supervised architects, engineers and other consultants during construction
administration phase of projects. Supervised contractors to ensure compliance with plans
and specifications. Maintained schedule and cost tracking during design and
construction.
Major Projects Delivered
• Research Support Building. 5-story research facility with specialized security,
HVAC and electrical systems. Coordinated with the architect and assisted with
bid document preparation, permitting and infrastructure development.
• School of Dentistry Renovations. Major renovations to the School of Dentistry
Building, including full floor build outs, elevator renovations and laboratory
improvements.
• Education Building Renovations. Major modifications to the building’s HVAC
and electrical systems.
• Campus-wide utility upgrades
HI-TECH ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., Hoover, AL
Project Manager, 2002-2003
Project Manager for water and wastewater treatment equipment manufacturer. Managed
projects from engineering and design phase through purchasing, production and
installation. Managed design and engineering to ensure compliance with specifications
and codes. Supervised approval process with regulatory agencies. Oversaw installation
and testing.
VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY, Birmingham, AL
Project Engineer/Project Manager, 1997-2002
Project Engineer / Manager for local operating division of America’s largest aggregate
producer. Provided civil and structural engineering support for several production
facilities in the Southeast. Designed and implemented additions and renovations to
existing plants as well as construction of new plants.
Major Projects Delivered
• Calera Quarry. $20 million new plant. Responsible for civil and structural design.
Project Manager responsible for new crusher installations and Contractor
oversight.
• Lacon Quarry. $1.5 million plant upgrade. Responsible for all plant design,
construction, start up and testing.
EDUCATION
B.S., University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1998
Civil Engineering, (3.49/4.00 GPA)
B.A., University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1993
Communications (3.56/4.00 GPA)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
AutoCAD
STAAD Structural software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
Professional Engineer, 2004
Alabama Registration No. 26764
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