Quality Assurance Engineer
Resume:
Mervin D. Larson, P. E.
**** ****** ***** ***** ** Auburn, WA 98092
**********@***.***
SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER
Leading Through Personal Example
PROFILE
A builder of high performance teams and a natural Team Leader, Mentor, and
Motivator who thrives in environments requiring a high level strategist and
a big picture thinker, able to successfully work independently or as part
of a team
Expert at quickly and successfully responding to ever changing environments
and situations, to consistently achieve goals within critical project
deadlines and to leverage an eye for detail to ensure the quality and
accuracy of projects.
. Proven Project Management skills utilized in directing the efforts of
other Project Supervisors. Well versed in guiding the engineering or day-
to-day operation, scheduling and managing of a wide variety of cross-
functional teams and external cross discipline resources
. Focused and results oriented, able to direct and lead a team in a clear
manner to project completion, guiding the day-to-day operation of
skilled tradesmen, including scheduling and project assignment
allocation, committed to a collaborative approach to obtain
professional, timely and cost effective results.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Team Development and Leadership . Productivity and Performance Improvement
. Field Representation
Internal Project Communication . Project Management . Budget Development .
Budget Oversight
Project Scheduling and Administration . Site Supervision . Safety .
Procurement
Client Relationship Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WHH Construction Bellevue, WA
2008 to Present
Senior Mechanical / Electrical Inspector
Managed final testing and commissioning of station equipment to ensure all
systems were installed and operating according to specifications and code.
Ensured all testing documentation and permits were submitted and complete.
Conduct Quality Assurance inspections and review reports, ensure compliance
with safety regulations, review submittals and shop drawings for contract
compliance, review as-built drawings, as well as develop and track
Punchlists.
. Supervised the inspection and design compliance of Mechanical,
Electrical, Fire Protection, and Elevator contractors on the Sound
Transit Light Rail Airport Station Link construction project.
ACCO Engineered Services Kent, WA
2007 to 2008
Project Engineer
Managed Mechanical Construction Project, including HVAC, piping, and
plumbing for 2 classroom/office buildings for Everett Community College.
Responsibilities included collecting submittal documents, development of
change order proposals, developing schedules and manpower projections,
coordination between trades, and ensuring all construction documents were
submitted to General Contractor.
. Managed Quality Assurance and Permitting, ensured work flow to keep
contract on time and within budget.
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Heery International Tacoma, WA
2001 to 2007
Senior Commissioning Agent
Managed Facility Commissioning Projects from design through completion of
construction, developed and tracked budgets, determined and allocated and
supervised resources and personnel, kept clients and supervisors informed
of progress and results, and ensured project completed on time and on
budget.
Developed recommendations for optimizing performance, led teams of
technicians in evaluating and troubleshooting complex systems, as well as
created Operation and Maintenance instructions and training programs.
. Chiller Plant Upgrades Installed 3 new chillers, 4 primary and 4
secondary chilled water pumps with variable speed controls, piping,
electrical systems and control systems.
. SEATAC Airport Emergency Generator Installed 2 new generators and
modified controls to 2 existing generators, cooling pumps, radiators,
switchgear, ventilation system, carbon dioxide fire suppression and
control systems.
. Cooling Tower Expansion Constructed 3 field-erected cooling towers
and condenser water pumping system, control systems, and 12kv
substation and switchgear.
. Air Surveillance Radar Tower Constructed new air surveillance radar
tower; including emergency generator, HVAC system, crane, elevator,
fire alarms, electrical systems and control systems.
. Baggage Screening Facility Constructed new baggage screening
facility, and installed conveyor systems.
United States Navy (Reactivated in support of Operation Iraqi
Freedom) 2005 to 2006
Maintenance Officer
Served as squadron Maintenance Officer for Naval Coastal Warfare Squadron
33, providing security to 2 ports in Kuwait. Led department of 10
maintenance personnel in maintenance of vehicle fleet and camp support
equipment including generators, power distribution, and HVAC equipment.
. Provided logistic and materiel support to multiple units serving in
Southern Kuwait.
Harbor Industrial North West 1999 to
2000
Maintenance Superintendent
Supervised shift of Professional Mechanics supporting cargo handling
operations at Port of Tacoma. Managed performance of preventive and
corrective maintenance, supported container yard operations, ensured
minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
. Maintained 4 container cranes, 30 trucks, Refrigerated Containers, and
large material handling equipment.
Johnson Controls, Inc 1998 to
1999
Quality Engineer
Recommended methods of saving utility, labor, and waste management costs
for Bangor Submarine Base for Contractors supplying base services and
operations.
. Developed Standard Procedures and conducted Audits of those
procedures, successfully assisted in obtaining company's first ISO
9001 Certification for World Services Division.
United States Navy
1986 to 1998
Commissioned Officer
Served aboard several ships and shore facilities, leading departments of up
to 70 people in Operation and Maintenance of ship's equipment. Qualified
Engineering Officer of the Watch, supervised the safe operation of a 4
boiler, 600 psi Steam Power and Propulsion Plant.
. Managed Major Ship Overhaul, developed and prioritized work packages,
conducted Quality Assurance Inspections, managed fire prevention and
safety programs, budget of $12,000,000.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE
Professional Engineer, State of Washington
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