Engineer Project

Ken Chappell, CSI, CDT, LEED AP 513-***-****

*** **** ** **, ***** #229 abqak9@r.postjobfree.com

Atlanta GA, 30309

Senior Specifications Writer: Architectural & Engineering

Write specifications for architectural, engineering, and interior design projects for clients in diverse market sectors

including but not limited to science and technology, healthcare, learning, workplace, government, residential, and retail.

Responsibilities:

Review project specifications, etc. for conformity to standards

Review requests for proposals, outline initial design scope identifying issues and challenges, critical paths

Assist design teams in schematic design / design development phase, refining design scope.

Generating outline specifications,

Prepare construction specifications and contractual documents during the construction and development phase

(including preparation of addenda during bidding and bulletins during construction.)

Coordinate, review, and incorporate consultant specifications

Research building products and components keeping up to date on current technologies and procedures.

Assist teams in determining materials and building systems for projects

Assist teams with code analysis

Assist teams during construction administration; submittal reviews, project meetings, inspections

Develop and maintain office master specifications

Maintain architectural product and technical libraries

Supervise and oversee continuing education of office personnel.

Unofficial IT Technician for the company

Skill Set:

Creative professional committed to achieving design excellence and environmental sustainability in diverse project

solutions. I m looking for an environment of collaboration where a high degree of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit will

be appreciated and encouraged.

In depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, construction administration procedures.

Expert in Microsoft applications and computerized methods of document production and tracking using MS Word,

Excel, Access, SQL and VB, ADS-Symphony, MasterSpec and its related software, Deltek VisionSB.

High level of working knowledge and strong background in construction methods, systems, products, trade

association guidelines, and industry standards.

Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

Able to work in fast-paced, challenging work environment. Works well under pressure.

Fully capable of assuming the responsibility for overall project manual assembly and production

Easily functions independently on a variety of projects at a time

Excellent organizational skills with a high regard for details.

Proficient in CSI principles and philosophies.

Current Educational Activities:

Studying for CCS from CSI, (The Construction Specifications Institute)

Studying for EIT and PE

Recent Key Accomplishment:

Developed Project Information Management Database program for tracking all project correspondence (including but not

limited to email, transmittals, addendums, bulletins, RFIs, submittals, comment logs, etc.) contact information, company

timesheets, Catalogue Library, Design scope, issues, and construction documents (specifications) in either Masterformat

95 or 04, structure. The database shares information with accounting software. All data and reports necessary to

efficiently manage the projects are accessible by everyone in real time. All financial reports etc. needed to run the

business are accessible by management in real time.

The database has drastically reduced the actual time of pulling together project manuals and tracking project

documentation (simply less paperwork). This has allowed for more attention to quality of documentation and design from

the over all team on a company wide basis..

Employment History

CUH2A a Division of HDR Sr. Specifications Writer October 2007 - Present

Primarily Project Manuals and specifications for the Science and Technology business sector. Support projects during all

project phases. Projects are performed across offices depending on expertise required. Review and Negotiate front-end

contracts. Review Submittals, Assist assembling new business project proposals.

PDT Architects, Cincinnati OH. 513-***-****) December 2004 September 2007

See www.pdtarchitects.com for more information.

Realtor: Comey and Shepherd Independent Contractor November 2001 December 2005

When engineering work dried up in Cincinnati, rather than rush into another contract job, I decided to improve my sales

and social skills. I was a successful mutli-million dollar producer '02 through '05. Received sales training from the top

trainers in the country and built a respectable book of business.

HK Systems Inc. Hebron, KY. 859-***-****) Contract Position August 2000 - November 2001

Sr. Development Engineer: Implemented enhancements resulting in reductions in manufacturing costs, and overall

component parts, increasing versatility and cost effectiveness of their material handling systems.

Buschman C/O MBS Assoc. Cincinnati, OH. 513-***-****) Contract Position June 1998 - August 2000

Sr. Development Engineer: Responsibilities same as before. Developed high-speed narrow belt live roller conveyor

product line. Narrow belt is quieter, less maintenance, and more efficient than current products on the market.

The Buschman Company (Now FKI International), Cincinnati OH. 513-***-****) Contract 1997 - 1998

Sr. Development Engineer: Responsible for the development of all conveyor accessory equipment. Development of

designs to dramatically improve conveyor life and reduce noise (patented). Pioneered research to increase through-put of

product on automated warehouse conveyor systems. Managed R&D Lab. Performed solid modeling and FEA analysis

required on existing and new designs.

Butler Service Group, Cincinnati, OH. (Local Office Closed) Contract Position 1995 - 1997

Sr. Design Engineer: Managed in house engineering, design, and drafting projects. Developed 3D aerospace EDM tooling

for Boeing jet fighter components. Design automated welding equipment for automotive manufacturer. Managed design of

standard conveyor product lines for Buschman.

BGP Services (Belcan), Cincinnati, OH. 513-***-****) Contract Position 1988 - 1994

Senior Engineer: Supervised design development, of automated equipment for Procter & Gamble. International Technical

resource for nonwovens and paper processing systems. Headed international design projects interfacing with European,

Arabic, and Asian cultures. Supervised projects from conception to start up. Determined needs for FEA, structural

analysis, and vibration testing. Developed recommendations for standardization. Held periodic how to design'

presentations for various technologies.

Metalex Mfg. Inc., Cincinnati OH. 513-***-****) 1987 - 1988

Project Engineer: Supervised assembly plant. Worked with sales force establishing nationwide customer base in machine

tool and aerospace industries. Managed implementation of GE Vendor Excellence Program.

Alexander and Associates, Cincinnati OH. 513-***-****) Contract Position 1985 - 1987

Lead Designer: Automated equipment for Procter & Gamble's converting division. Responsible for prototyping and

developing new technologies. Provided engineering support for structural analysis, manufacturing, pneumatics,

hydraulics, heat transfer and sound suppression.

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE:

Windows, MS Office, Access, Project, Word, Excel, Power Point, Ansys 5.4, AutoCad 2005 (2D and 3D), Microstation 8

(2D and 3D modeling), Revit, Unigraphics, ProE (2D and 3D modeling), Adobe Products, Visual Basic, HTML, DHTML,

PERL, CGI, Javascript, PHP, SQL. Experienced Client/Server configurations,.

EDUCATION

University of Cincinnati Evening College - Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, 1986

MISCELLANEOUS

Currently a member of the Construction Specifications Institute.

Former President of the Queen City Careers Association.

References Available Upon Request.

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