Edward L. Steele, P.E.
**** ***** ***** - ******, ******** 80401
State of Colorado PE (Registration # 37122)
Phone: 303-***-****
E-mail: *****************@*****.***
SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE:
Experienced professional with responsibilities in Engineering,
Construction, Energy Development, Contract Administration, Finance, and
Business Development. Major areas of strength:
* Project Management * Engineering / Design
* Cost Analysis / Control * Sales / Marketing
QUALIFICATIONS:
. Responsibilities in the design and development of new construction
facilities, energy development, and engineered systems.
. Supervising mechanical-electrical engineering design, specification
preparation, project scheduling, and project cost estimating.
. Extensive background in electrical distribution systems with solid
working knowledge of civil, structural, and mechanical systems for the
construction and development of real properties.
. Skilled in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with
owners, architects, contractors, and other design/build professionals to
ensure project completion.
. Strong working knowledge of real property contracts, leases, financial
instruments, and other real estate and construction documents.
. Accomplished project management experience in directing, planning and
executing real property development, engineering design, construction,
and oil and gas development while in the role of engineer/designer,
construction manager or owners' representative.
. Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
. Proven ability to work with complex organizations by developing a
positive rapport with people (at all organizational levels). Confident as
a self-starter.
. Ability to consistently coordinate several projects simultaneously.
. Proficient with several computer operating systems, engineering design,
computer programming languages and office documentation programs.
EXPERIENCE:
Engineering
. Coordinated, designed and managed various construction projects from new
construction projects to remodel/retrofits involving the installation of
power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding and special systems in
telecommunications buildings, sports facilities, hospitals and health
care facilities, manufacturing facilities, and large industrial
facilities for various clients.
. Provided engineering review, evaluation, analysis, and project
coordination for electrical systems designs in power generation
facilities, switchyards and substations, oil and gas production
facilities, telecommunications, and other large (critical power)
industrial facilities.
. Responsible for reviewing existing building/facilities systems and
project sites for constructability and code compliance.
. Experienced in developing construction documents as well as managing or
directing the work of other engineers and designers (such as architects,
civil and mechanical engineers, as well as other design/build
professionals) for telecommunications, sports and industrial facilities.
. Demonstrated knowledge with the design of electrical distribution
systems, lighting, fire alarm, special systems (telephone and security),
and data cabling systems.
. Proven ability to manage and coordinate design, construction and
administration of projects with owners, architects, and other consultants
from conceptual design through project closeout.
(Engineering (con't):
. Provided quality assurance, document review, and post-occupancy reviews
of construction projects.
. Coordinated and provided technical advice for construction of
telecommunications facilities in the role of lead building engineer
(owner's representative).
. Responsible for coordinating project team on various projects from
schematic design and initial budgetary analysis through project
construction and completion.
. Coordinated, managed and provided engineering review, evaluation, and
analysis of power utility interconnections studies and reviews,
generation and distribution system relay settings and relay coordination
studies, along with review and analysis of short circuit, load flow and
voltage regulation studies for power systems in facility distribution
systems.
. Managed, and coordinated field engineering and construction management
services which included providing design and specification clarifications
and changes along with providing assistance with the completion of as-
built drawings and closeout documents.
. Coordinated with other project engineers and design professionals on
electrical engineering activities relating to construction. Also provided
assistance to construction team on engineering matters (while performing
site engineering services).
. Developed specifications and design standards for telecommunications
buildings with regard to utility along with the development of Division
15/22&23 specifications and design standards.
. Provided and coordinated the application design, specification and
purchasing support for large power transformers, switch gear, motor
control centers, and other major electrical equipment.
. Provided electrical engineering and design, cost estimating, materials
engineering, scheduling, facilities engineering services, and engineering
cost reviews along with other technical advice.
. Provided, coordinated and prepared engineering design reviews of
schematic instrument/control designs and wiring for motor drives and
other plant auxiliary equipment.
. Prepared technical and financial due diligence and financial audit
reports for real property development and oil and gas properties. Defined
building conditions, construction deficiencies, and building or zoning
code problems.
Specific Engineering Project Experience:
. Consol Energy Center (Pittsburgh Penguins - NHL) Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
Electrical Project Manager - Design and CA
. University of Colorado Biotech Building - Boulder, Colorado
Electrical Project Manager - Design and CA
. Minnesota Twins Ballpark (Minnesota Twins - MLB) - Minneapolis,
Minnesota
Electrical Project Manager - Construction Site and MEP Project
Engineer.
. Pasadena Convention Center and Renovation - Pasadena, California
Electrical Project Manager - Construction Site and Project Engineer.
. Monroe Pointe Residences at Cherry Creek - Denver, Colorado
Electrical Project Manager - (Electrical) Site and Project Engineer
. 1600 Glenarm - Denver, Colorado
Electrical Project Manager - (Electrical) Site and Project Engineer
. Cherry Creek North - Sears Site Redevelopment - Denver, Colorado
Electrical Project Manager - (electrical) Site and Project Engineer.
. Qwest Communications - Lead Building Engineer/Owner's Representative
Denver Cybercenter and LA Data Center
(Additional project listings for all Qwest Communication's buildings
are available by request).
. Wembley National Stadium (British Soccer Federation) - London,
England.
Project Engineer - (electrical and special systems) Project Engineer.
. Pepsi Center Arena (Denver Nuggets - NBA and Colorado Avalanche - NHL)
- Denver, CO.
Lead MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) Project and Site
Engineer.
. BankOne Ballpark (Arizona Diamondbacks - MLB) - Phoenix, AZ.
Project Engineer - (electrical and special systems) Site and Project
Engineer.
. Tropicana Field (Tampa Bay Devil Rays - MLB) - St. Petersburg, FL.
Project Engineer - (electrical and special systems) Site and Project
Engineer.
. Maryvale Baseball Complex (Milwaukee Brewers - MLB) - Phoenix, AZ -
Project Engineer
. Raymond James Stadium (Tampa Buccaneers - NFL) - Tampa, FL -
Electrical Project Engineer.
. Denver Public Library Remodel (Main Library) - Denver, CO. -
Electrical Project Engineer.
Project Management
. Reviewed, evaluated and coordinated construction documentation, material
expediting and scheduling from pre-bid to project closeout.
. Provided support and analysis of construction methods for value
engineering and project budgeting.
. Analyzed and reviewed project change orders, change proposals, and pay
estimates for construction projects through financial and cost accounting
audits.
. Reviewed, prepared and coordinated scheduling of design and construction
activities, budget estimates, cost accounting analysis and construction
scheduling.
. Provided review and evaluation of contractors and sub-contractors for
completion of work and quality assurance.
. Extensive experience managing schedules and budgets for technical
projects, electrical design and construction.
Finance
. Provided direct support and analysis for the development of real
properties and energy properties for new construction or development
based upon cost/benefit and return on investment (ROI) analysis.
. Reviewed, evaluated and acquired curative and land title documentation
for producing oil, gas, and mineral properties in the Rocky Mountain and
Southwest regions.
. Provided consulting services which included due diligence and independent
engineering reviews of large power and energy projects, oil and gas
properties, and development properties on behalf of lenders, developers
and owners in support of asset development, financing, monitoring,
acquisition and divestiture.
. Developed and implemented cost accounting methods for payments of royalty
and mineral title interest payments on various oil and gas properties.
. Reviewed, evaluated and coordinated the payment and distribution of
construction funds for construction and energy development project change
orders and building owner spending requests.
. Responsible for developing technical and financial due diligence and
audit reports along with technical reports (both financial and
engineering) for projects (engineering/design and construction) and
energy development projects.
. Reviewed and provided audits for cost accounting of construction energy
development projects. Reviewed cost of consultants, contractors and sub-
contractors to insure quality assurance and compliance to design
standards. Provided engineering cost evaluations for construction
throughout design-build process for property developer/owners and
architects.
. Provided support and investment analysis for the development of oil, gas
and mineral properties. (Steele Minerals and Wilbanks & Associates,
Inc.).
. Provided technical support and assistance in developing reports and
reviews of real properties for asset development, financing, and due
diligence reports for the acquisition and divestiture of real properties
and oil and gas properties.
Sales & Marketing
. Coordinated, created and managed marketing proposals, sales
presentations, sales brochures and technical sales manuals for both
business and technical environments.
. Designed, developed and executed detailed marketing strategies for new
client services and technical products development. (Gambrell
Engineering, Steele Minerals and Schloss Engineered Equipment).
. Extensive experience and background in the acquisition, divestment and
administration of mineral properties and assets as well as oil and gas
properties. (Steele Minerals and Wilbanks & Associates).
. Provided investment analysis support for the development of real
properties. (Steele Minerals and Wilbanks & Associates, Inc.).
. Responsible for providing direct management, strategic assistance, and
technical support in the marketing and sales of technical and consulting
services (architectural/engineering consulting services, construction
management services, and financial and oil and gas property management).
. Provided and assisted in the development of marketing strategies,
policies and programs to support corporate development strategies for
client and end-user markets. Implemented and coordinated technical
marketing planning and development for telecommunication and engineering
consulting services while maintaining and increasing client base.
WORK HISTORY:
. January 2004 to November 2010 ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER
ME Engineers, Inc. - Wheat Ridge, CO
. July 2002 to November 2003 ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER
ABS Consultants, Inc. - Denver, CO
. March 2000 to December 2001 LEAD BUILDING/MEP ENGINEER/OWNER'S
REP.
Qwest Communications, Inc. - Denver, CO
. July 1995 - March 2000 ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / PROJECT
ENGINEER
ME Engineers, Inc. - Wheat Ridge, CO
. January 1995 - July 1995 ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Gambrell Engineering - Denver, CO
. September 1992 - December 1994 LANDMAN / PROJECT ENGINEER /
CONSULTANT
Steele Minerals, LLC - Lakewood, CO
. August 1989 - September 1992 PROJECT ENGINEER / ENGINEERING
INTERN Schloss Engineered Equipment
- Aurora, CO
. September 1986 - August 1989 LANDMAN / PROJECT ENGINEER /
CONSULTANT Steele Minerals, LLC -
Lakewood, CO
. July 1984 - August 1986 OIL AND GAS LANDMAN
Wilbanks & Associates, Inc. - Denver, CO
. November 1982 - May 1984 INDEPENDENT LANDMAN / TITLE ANALYST
Independent Landman - Norman, OK
EDUCATION:
. Engineering:
University of Colorado
School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science
Electrical Engineering (BS-EE)
. Business:
University of Oklahoma
School of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Petroleum Land Management - Energy Management (BBA-PLM)
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION AND ASSOCIATIONS:
. Professional Engineer (PE) - Electrical - State of Colorado
(Registration #: 37122)
. Boys Scouts of America - Adult Volunteer
Personal references and expanded project history is available upon request.
references
for
Edward L. Steele, P.E.
2031 Braun Drive - Golden, Colorado 80401
Phone: 303-***-****
E-mail: *****************@*****.***
Professional References:
George Reiher
Senior Associate
M-E Engineers, Inc.
10055 West 43rd Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
******.******@**-*********.***
Marc Farha
Senior Vice President
ICON Venue Group (a Romani Group and AEG joint venture)
(Former Director of Design and Construction for Metropolitan Football
Stadium District, Denver, CO and
Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, PA)
7300 Carmel Executive Park, Suite 325
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-***-**** office
704-***-**** cell
www.iconvenue.com
******@***********.***
Thom Cook
President
McClure-Hill Incorporated
6175 North Ponderosa Way
Parker, CO 80134
*********@********.***.***
Personal References:
Jan Sidlo
Facilities Support and Engineering
Miller Coors Corporation
2050 Braun Drive
Golden, CO 80401
***.*****@***********.***
Mike Rosen
Radio Talk Show Host, Editorial Columnist and Political Advisor
Clear Channel Communications - 850KOA Radio
4695 South Monaco Street
Denver, CO 80237
*********@************.***
Additional references are available upon request.