Project High School
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BEVERLY SINGLETON
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Temporary Address Permanent Address
KBR – H3 Q-West 5066 Highway 190 West
APO, AE 09351 DeRidder, LA 70634
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Principal Cost Analyst with expertise in proposal development, estimating, training, teaching,
leadership and management. Successfully completed several Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR)
courses; honor graduate from Northwestern State University. Known for cost expertise, attention to
detail, and willingness to “go the extra mile.” Recognized for detailed planning, foresight, focus, and
attitude. Very intelligent and keenly devoted to work and confidential matters. Certified high school
English Teacher.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR), Iraq and Afghanistan 2005-Present
Overall Achievements:
• Nominated by superior in Baghdad to appear on cover of KBR Corporation 2009 Annual Report
(with corresponding story).
• Maintained costs within one percent of U.S. Military Budgets. Standards are within 10%.
• Recognized by KBR Project Managers with Coin of Excellence for highest standards and
production of positive results for company and all branches of U.S. military. Coined and given
plaque by General Brown, Brigadier General of Northern Iraq, a top military official.
• Spurred by Third ACR, the highest recognition given by the cavalry, for service to troops, work
produced, and dedication (by Command Sergeant Major Burns).
• Originated and executed KBR shoe drives for Iraqi children in Mosul through the U.S. in liaison
with the military (2007). Interacted with chaplain; generated story published in KBR newsletter.
PRINCIPAL COST SPECIALIST (2007-Present)
PROJECT CONTROLS, Q-West, Iraq
As Project Controls Manager, responsible for $300M budget and all related functions. Supervise all
cost personnel; oversee estimating and scheduling personnel. Communicate regularly with KBR
management and the client. Liaison between KBR and the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO)
on a $300M budget. Write variance narratives, establish accurate Estimate at Complete (EAC)
projections, prepare bi-weekly cost reports, provide guidance to ensure consistent spending trends.
Guarantee that data is timely and accurate and that personnel follow KBR procedures. Ascertain that
Project Controls are properly trained and cross-trained.
• Promoted twice and recommended for a third promotion.
• Effectively relate KBR’s message on multiple levels; communicate with military and clients.
• Team player who produces consistent results. Built strong relationships with client and KBR.
• Developed Basis of Estimate (BOE-Proposal) for $300M contract to include Labor, Materials,
Equipment, Subcontract, and Other Direct Costs (ODC).
INSTRUCTOR, THEATER TRAINING CENTER (2006-2007)
PROJECT CONTROLS, Baghdad, Iraq
• Effectively cross-trained Estimating and Scheduling Instructors.
• Successfully developed and implemented course materials which promoted techniques for
monitoring task order budgets and tracked costs of special projects.
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• Provided classroom instruction which resulted in increased PEB (Performance Evaluation Board)
and AFEB (Award Fee Evaluation Board) scores. Instruction included contractual cost and
estimating applications as outlined by KBR and Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR).
• Alternate Estimator for Mosul, Iraq. Efficiently prepared estimates for military-requested
construction, repair, operation and maintenance projects up to $1.5M.
SENIOR COST SPECIALIST (2005-2006)
PROJECT CONTROLS, Bagram, Afghanistan
Prepared bi-weekly cost reports to track costs, analyze cost variances, and maintain an estimate of
total expenses through a specific period of performance (POP). Interacted with theater management,
ACOs, estimators, and cost personnel. Scheduled budgets and created spend plans. Audited
timesheets and payment audits. Liaison with DCMA Commander re: costs and new information.
• Developed proficiency in the Commitments Database (used for cost analysis and as pricing
source for all estimates). Researched historical cost data, pricing sources, and justifications.
• Effectively tracked payment information. Solved reporting problems. Worked Task Order closeout.
• Presided over Theater Cost Report conference calls in absence of Regional Manager.
• Scored by client with 100% on cost control, the first 100% in the history of that contract.
Vernon Parish School Board, Leesville, LA
TEACHER/CHAIRPERSON and DEPARTMENT HEAD (1996-2005)
Developed clear objectives and goals. Mapped out paths and adapted to all levels of learners and
their needs. Developed rapport and unique experiences. Generated field trips which supported
student activities.
• Selected by administration to represent the English Department for Leesville High School.
• One of five teachers selected to serve on the School Improvement Plan Committee.
• Liaison for Vernon Parish School Board in conjunction with Louisiana State Penitentiary – Juvenile
Awareness Program.
• Selected as “Teacher of the Year” multiple times based on classroom results, and LA LEAP tests.
Students had highest test scores in parish.
• Supervisor of Cheerleading Squad, Junior Class, Sadie Hawkins Dance, and Junior/Senior Prom.
• Active participant in Toys for Tots and Character Counts.
EDUCATION
Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA
BACHELOR OF ARTS: ENGLISH EDUCATION, Minor in Psychology: 1996
• Honors graduate from university – 3.5 GPA
• Completed Nursing Degree classes (w/o clinicals)
• Vice President of Class at Leesville High School – 3.0 GPA
KBR Training Courses Completed
Cost Advanced Training, Estimating Training, Estimating Data Document, Management and
Leadership, Estimating and Government Compliance, Planning a Project, Project Scheduling and
Budgeting, and Front-Line Supervisor.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
Iraq, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Dubai, Amsterdam, Paris, London, Thailand, and Kuwait.
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