Katherine M. Kelley
**** *. ******** **** #**** Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-***-**** **********@****.***
Construction MATERIALS TESTING Project Manager
Construction Materials Testing Project Manager with a record of success overseeing the materials testing phases of multimillion
dollar construction, infrastructure, superfund projects for government and private sector clients. Experience includes managing
several inspectors from underground to commercial high rises construction and improvements, initiatives, a variety of other
construction/demolition projects, and working with in budget requirements. Backed by strong credentials and a proven history of
on time, on budget and high quality project completions.
Key Skills
Commercial/Residential Projects Site Safety/OSHA Compliance Budgeting & Cost Controls
Infrastructure Improvement Projects QA/QC/Field Engineering Bidding/Estimating/Proposals
Government Projects Change Order Management Inspector/Field Supervision
Employer Summary
GEOTEK, Inc. (Las Vegas, NV) Senior Project Manager, 2/04 to 2/10
Various duties and responsibilities included but not limited to project management and supervision of Special Inspection and
Materials Testing process on multiple projects in the Las Vegas Valley and surrounding areas. Such projects included master
planned communities, state and federal prisons, infrastructure improvements, and QC/QA for public works. Monitored and
controlled project work scope, budgets, and achievement of productivity goals that included an open line of communication
with the client. Performed marketing of current and prospective clients by means of in depth company research and gaining
knowledge of future projects in the area. Provided oversight, training, and mentoring of junior staff.
WEAVER BOOS CONSULTANTS (Chicago, IL) Soils Control Quality Assurance, 10/03 to 11/03
Conducted field observations and testing of new development of landfill cells for purposes of verifying conformance to
construction plans and specifications.
TERRACON CONSULTANTS (Bloomington/Normal, IL) Field Inspector, 9/01 to 8/03
Performed a wide variety of field and laboratory tests and observations of soils, concrete, and asphalt for purposes of
verifying conformance to construction plans and specifications. Used proper procedures and accurate computations and was
responsible for maintaining cordial relationships with clients and/or contractors. Prepared field reports on all projects for
review by supervisor prior to submittal to client.
Project Highlights
Commercial/Residential Projects (2004 to 2010)
Inspected and managed various types of commercial and residential projects ranging from $500 $750K that included custom
homes, parking garages, multi story office buildings, and tenant improvements.
Infrastructure Improvement Projects (2004 to 2010)
Served as lead project manager and inspector various Master Planned Communities throughout the Las Vegas Valley from
underground to vertical construction including over 20 miles of floodway channels. Projects were completed on time and
within budget.
Government Projects (2007 to 2010)
Managed several full time teams during construction of various Federal & State Prisons in Nevada.
Education & Certifications
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (Charleston, IL) BS in Geology, 2001
NAQTC, 10 Hour OSHA, and Tortoise Certification