Brian Kunz
** **** **** ~ Collinsville, IL *****
Home: 618-***-**** ~ Cell: 618-***-****
ablx2f@r.postjobfree.com
Overview of Qualifications
Accomplished Project Manager with demonstrated expertise in all phases of
the construction industry within government, commercial, healthcare, and
industrial sectors. Possess strong communication and organizational skills
with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and teams simultaneously,
coupled with the skill to effectively manage staff and subcontractors. Able
to develop/maintain schedules and cost reports to ensure projects are
delivered on-time and within budgets. Diverse in all types of construction
projects with 20 years of experience and the knowledge to analyze issues
and resolve problems before they become critical.
Cost Control Scheduling Estimating Contract
Negotiations
Quality Control Design Build Proposals Work Plans
Career Highlights
. Recipient of the Corp of Engineers Outstanding Contractor Award and the
Small Business Administer Contractor of the Year Award.
. Completion of all assigned projects within proposed budgets and contract
time.
. Project team member on the construction of a $1.059 billion dollar design
build airport expansion program, the largest capital improvement project
in St. Louis, MO history.
. Project team member on the construction of a $315 million dollar design
build joint-use airport.
Experience
Pangea Inc., - St. Louis, MO July 2004 - Present
Project Manager
. Prime contact with the owner/owner's representative. Overall management,
coordination and integration of assigned projects, to ensure that the
customer's needs and expectations were met while also ensuring that the
project met or exceeded the company's requirements.
. Managed over 30 construction projects ranging in size from $10,000 to $9
million for a diverse group of clients including Department of Energy,
Corp of Engineers, Department of Agriculture, United States Air Force,
Ameren Electric, and BJC Healthcare.
. Prepared project cost estimates for bid proposals, assisted in writing of
project proposals, and negotiated final contract value.
. Responsible for the development of project plans including Work Plans and
Contractor's Quality Control Plans.
. Prepared subcontractor solicitation packages and placed subcontractor
agreements in effect.
. Developed and managed project schedules and budgets from award through
project completion. Prepared cost reports to apprise management of the
progress/cost/trends affecting the project.
. Managed site superintendants/field crews and subcontractors.
. Estimated/negotiated scope and cost for change directive work,
participated in progress/coordination meetings, and prepared/processed
payment requests.
Parsons Transportation Group, - St. Louis, MO June 2002 -
July 2004
Project Engineer
. Responsible for monitoring/controlling project schedules and cost for
$100 million grading packages on the St. Louis Lambert Airport Expansion
project.
. Evaluated contractor quotes and supported negotiations in accordance with
change control process to minimize contractor claims, preparation of
change orders.
. Prepared cost reports to apprise management of the progress/cost
affecting the project.
. Participated in progress/coordination meetings, reviewed and processed
the contractor payment requests, tracked non-conformance notices,
assisted in inspection of work and resolved any discrepancies with the
contractor.
R. Randle Construction Inc., - Belleville, IL
May 1997 - June 2002
Project Manager
. Prime contact with the owner/owner's representative. Overall management,
coordination and integration of assigned projects, to ensure that the
customer's needs and expectations were met while also ensuring that the
project met or exceeded the company's requirements.
. Managed over 20 construction projects ranging in size from $500,000 to
$12 million.
. Developed and managed project schedules and budgets from award through
project completion.
. Estimated/negotiated scope and cost for change directive work,
participated in progress/coordination meetings, and prepared/processed
payment requests.
Sverdrup Civil Inc., - St. Louis, MO September
1987 - May 1997
Resident Engineer/Project Engineer
. Prime contact with the Contractor's site manager and had the authority
to direct the Contractor within the limits of the Construction
Management Department procedures and terms of the contract.
. Responsible for monitoring/controlling project schedules and cost for
various projects ranging in size from $500,000 to $13 million.
Civil Engineer
. Responsible for the design and creation of contract drawings and
specifications.
. Supervised CADD technicians, participation in coordination meetings,
and review of drawings/specifications for completeness as per company
quality control/assurance procedures.
Education
Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville - Edwardsville, IL
. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 1987
Certifications/Clearances
. OSHA 30 Hour Construction Certification, November 2008
. DOE "L" Security Clearance
Computer Skills
Primavera P3, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook),
Microsoft Projects, Timberline, Expedition