Todd Mason
*** *. ***** **. **** Beach, CA ***** / Cell #
*************@***.***
A- General
Engineering,
Project Manager/ B-
General Contractor
SUMMARY
Seventeen years experience in the construction industry, performing General
Engineering, electrical, solar, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, concrete,
project management and contracting roles. Experience in new construction,
and renovation within commercial, institutional, industrial and residential
environments. Recognized for well-developed project management skills,
including the use of computer technology to track job progress, control
project costs, and schedule operational tasks that enable project
completion on time and under budget. Consistently deliver quality and
excellence in workmanship excellent Safety record. Extensive experience in
a wide variety of projects featuring power plants, highways, refineries,
manufacturing plants, water treatment facilities, hospitals,
telecommunication sites, and residential apartment structures.
SKILLS
Project Management Cost Estimation Safety Emphasis
Client Focus Communication Skills Material Expertise
Tools and Techniques MS Project Apprentice Mentor
MS Outlook Power Point MS Office
On-time Completion MS Excel Builder's Assistance
Auto Cad Certified Concrete Specialist Security Clearance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Good People, San Diego, CA
2011- Still
Facility Engineer/ Lead Carpenter
. Served as project engineer for a Federal Medical Facilities Veteran
Administration Medical Center (V.A.M.C) specializing in repair,
renovation, and overall maintenance of medical and residential
properties. Performed carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall,
flooring, roofing, finish work, cabinets, painting, and other
construction activities.
. Completed major renovation and remodeling projects for an entire
historic residential community. Added new baths and kitchens,
renovated the living rooms, bedrooms, and other living spaces, removed
plaster, sheetrock, complete replumbing and rewiring and leveled and
retrofitted the structures.
. Completed major renovations and remodeling projects such as Clean
Rooms, Operating Rooms, Dialysis, Waiting Rooms, Retail Store, total
update and improvement of entire facility.
. Interface closely with Project Manager, Quality Control Manager (QCM)
Safety Manager, Government Construction Representatives, and
Commissioning Agents.
. Responsible for regular communication with all Design Professionals
while also working with the Project Manager and/or QCM to ensure the
required documentation is achieved.
. Enforced safety procedures, to include the USACE EM385-1-1 when
applicable.
. Prepared and Maintained responsibility for CPM job schedule.
Revising/updating the schedule, phase plans, and outage plans on a
weekly basis.
. Developed Government Agency, Owner, and/or Architect's confidence.
. Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings,
and periodic meetings with the Government/Owner as required.
. Assist the QCM and Project Manager with all required start-up,
testing, commissioning, close-out documentation and all other required
functions necessary to achieve final turnover to the Government.
. Recruit, organize, train, direct and coordinate field construction
team including subcontractor's direct hire work
Irwin Industries, Long Beach, CA
2010-2011
Project Engineer
Carpenter
Coordinate three technologies and manage teams of up to 20 laborers,
managers, engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors for environmental
projects at the Port of Los Angeles. Interact with plant managers, quality
assurance regulators, and government officials. Work with the company's
project manager to review bid proposals and award contract.
. Managed a $17.5 million project covering over 26 acres of the first
environmental water project of its kind on the west coast. Completed
$2 million under budget. Recognized as a "glowing environmental
success" and plant was awarded a "Clean Certificate" by the City of
Long Beach & A,Q,M,D (Air Quality Management Department).
. Involved transportation of toxic waste, heavy equipment, vacuum
trucks, electrical and mechanical components, maintenance, cleaning
services, environmental drilling, and water sampling.
. Instituted an onsite safety program, working with safety engineers and
following U.S. EPA standards for supplying breathing air during
excavation. Achieved a 100% safety record with no accidents.
. Coordinated and directed a two-part project for Exxon Mobil Pipeline
working as a project engineer and supervising up to 25 electricians,
metal erectors, form carpenters concrete laborers, dirt contractors,
painters, and welders. Erect and constructed a $90,000 metal and
concrete stair platform and expanded an existing O.W.S (oil water
separator) with a $300,000 budget.
. Hired as a Lead Carpenter and promoted to Project Engineer within
three months
Premier Personnel Resources,
2009- 2010
Carson, CA.
General Engineer
Project Carpenter
Waste water treatment plant set-up and operation hazardous material
disposition, dirt moving operations slope grading and reshaping, stream
realignment and general reclamation projects. Ensured compliance and
quality assurance so final specifications were met.
. Helped design and build pump pad suspension systems to retrieve hazardous
water from mine pit.
. Led team in building Metropolitan Water District (MWD) pipeline and
irrigation system to provide clean water.
. Performed final grading on pits and slopes to provide natural look for re-
vegetation.
. Moved existing stream alignments to meet state qualifications.
Irwin Industries, Long Beach, CA
2008- 2009
Project Engineer, Electrician &Carpenter
Performed duties of electrician, carpenter, or general construction work as
needed to build new Solar Field Facilities, installed new processing units
in gas and oil refineries.
1. Installed major equipment according to specification and technical
manuals.
2. Managed value-engineering process with clients to ensure modifications
to meet project goals and clients specifications.
3. Maintained strict safety standards and procedures.
4. Managed all general construction/ maintenance duties including all
foundation needs in order to install the Cooling Towers, Turbines,
Boilers and the solar mirrors.
5. Advised general contractor on technology personnel scheduling issues.
6. Managed all cutting and work schedules for steel and civil work to
guarantee just-in-time supply without delays or storage issues.
7. Lead E-Solar in building their first test facility The Sierra Sun Tower
supplies 5MW of clean renewable energy to the grid. The full-scale power
plant, the only commercial CSP tower in the United States, supplies
electricity to Southern California Edison (SCE) and will power up to
4,000 homes.
Ramcon Industrial, Torrance, CA
2007- 2008
Foreman/ Lead Carpenter
Provided all phases of structural concrete construction including;
excavating the footing, soil compaction, fabrication and tie rebar, forming
and pouring concrete, iron erection, setting bolts.
1. Instituted and implemented a facility clean up and safety program that
achieve a clean record at 100% safety with no accidents, at a 75%
improvement level.
2. Increased production by 40% to 45% within the first four months by
hiring more qualified employees. Instituting higher learning standards
and coordinating production.
Levine Management Group, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
2006-2007
Director of Maintenance & Construction
Report directly to the Director of Property Management and is responsible
for the day-to-day operation of property maintenance and construction,
purchasing, initiating sound maintenance and construction practices at the
properties, and for training and supervising all other maintenance
personnel. This includes the following areas.
1. Visit all properties on regular basis.
2. Prepare bid specifications.
3. Prepare requests for proposals.
4. Negotiate and prepare contracts for improvements.
5. Prepare physical inspection reports and responses for HUD, other
government agencies
And lenders.
. Review and approve purchase orders from maintenance personnel,
resident managers
and administrators.
. Coordinate payments to contractors / vendors.
. Coordinate owner's approval of bid specifications and contracts.
. Maintenance of contracts on file.
. Maintain all building files and computer records including building
documents, appliance warranties / guarantees, chronology files,
inventory invoices, construction and maintenance correspondence and
all other applicable files.
Mason T. Construction, Long Beach, CA.
2001-Present
General Contractor/ Design Engineer
Negotiated terms for new construction projects, bidding on privately and
publicly funded projects. Managed completion of residential and commercial
construction projects valued in excess of 20 million dollars and up per
project. Supervised crews of up to 25 master carpenters, journeymen
plumbers, electricians, and dry wallers. Secured all required permits
approvals.
1. Progressive use of technology, including use of computer models to
prepare detailed bids for client review.
2. Estimated project costs and used actual costs to refine computerized
estimating model.
3. Managed value-engineering process with client to ensure modifications to
project specifications continued to meet project goals and client
expectations.
4. Performed follow-up customer satisfaction reviews to identify
opportunities to improve services or procedures.
5. Received numerous accolades from client for superior workmanship.
6. Designed and engineered equipment buildings with extensive
electromechanical requirements including slab and wall openings trenches,
basements, rafts, overhead cranes, and various embedments. All structures
were designed to accept extreme vibration and dynamic loads.
IRWIN INDUSTRIES
2001-2003
Structural Design Engineer
1. Served as Construction Worker, converting and renovating a
gas refinery to updated mechanical systems. Performed
framing, brick and concrete work, rough-in and finish
carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, roofing repairs,
finish work, installing rebar, setting forms, pouring and
finishing concrete for construction projects. Ensured
compliance with local building codes and permit requirements,
observed safety regulations, and related duties.
2. Utilized pre-tensile beams and hollow core for large spans,
designed steel structures, including cable Gantries
(portiques) and towers connecting the main line to the
station. Issued complete shop drawings for all designs
observing strict ACI-318, UBC and ASCE standards for
concrete, and EIA-222, AISC, ASCE standards for steel
structures.
Guzman Contracting, Bellflower, CA.
1995-2001
Project Manager/ Engineer
Managed residential and commercial construction projects, including
Multi-Unit Housing, Retail and Office Spaces, Schools, Refineries,
Telecommunication Sites and Churches. Hired and supervised construction
workers and sub-contractors. Maintained strict safety standards and
procedures, Consulted with clients on progress and issues.
. Manage all general maintenance duties, including can and spray
painting, wallpapering, dry wall construction, and general grounds
upkeep.
. Troubleshoot and repair roof leaks and waterproofing problems,
involving installation of exterior downspouts, replacement of drains
and piping, and unclogging of drains and pipes
. Supervised up to 10 employees with responsibility for interviewing,
hiring, training, and evaluating staff and insuring a safe and
accident- free work site.
. Perform residential and commercial roof construction and install
siding and insulation.
. Handle a wide range of carpentry jobs, including building kitchen
cabinets, constructing stairs, installing doors and frames, installing
windows, constructing wheelchair- accessible ramps and hand rails, and
refinishing furniture.
. Install electrical wiring and fixtures in new construction and perform
troubleshooting and repair on existing wiring, including balusters,
end sockets, 110 utility outlets, light switches, and telephone lines.
. Repair and install plumbing for kitchens and bathrooms.
. Perform material handling responsibilities, including shipping,
receiving, ordering, warehousing, and inventory control.
. Utilize computer for order entry, purchasing, inventory management,
creating parts numbers and product descriptions, and updating shipment
records for NORTEL Telecommunication.
. Frame for new construction and renovations and related jobs
. Installed and designed store fixtures/displays for Macy's
Comanche Contractors, City of Orange, CA
1992-1995
Property Renovator / Carpenter/ Electrician
1. Served as carpenter and renovator for businesses specializing
in repair, renovation, and overall maintenance of residential
and smaller commercial properties. Performed carpentry,
plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish
work, cabinets, painting and other construction activities.
2. Installed and designed store fixture/displays for PETCO Store
through out southern and northern California.
Jet-Bailer, Long Beach, CA
1990-1992
Industrial Construction Engineer
1. Performed a wide range of duties involving oilfield projects
for major oil and gas companies. Calibrated,install and
repair the tools for large construction projects involving
pipelines, sheet pile bulkheads, gas processing skids,
dredging, pile driving, offshore marine platforms, structural
fabrications, bridge reconstruction, painting, and related
jobs.
2. Calculated loads, weights, displacement, material
requirements, for structural foundations.
3. Set forms install rebar and concrete for foundations, slabs,
stem & retaining walls and related jobs.
R/L Hayes Construction, Long Beach, CA
1986-1990
Labor/ Carpenter
1. Performed duties of setting forms for concrete steps,
foundations, and sidewalks.
2. Operated a variety of tools, including power saws drills
and pneumatic equipment.
3. Installed doors, windows, and framing including thorough
testing all construction to bear up to 250% of intended
load.
4. Finish concrete.
5. Start and completed apprenticeship program.
Licenses /
Certifications
A- General Engineering's License, California
B-1 General Contractor's License (H. I. certified), California
B/A Project Management
Auto Cad Certified
Certified Competent Person Awareness for Trenching / Excavation Safety,
OSHA
Refinery Safety Overview (RSO)
VOC Meter Training (VOCMETER)
OSHA HAZWOPER Certification (40-hour)
Basic First Aid & C.P.R
AQMD/TRENCHING & Shoring/ Confined Space/ OVA (AQMDTSCSOVA)
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Irwin Basic Safety Training (IBST)
E.P.A. Certified Renovator
EDUCATION
Polytechnic R.O.P 1984-1987
Carpenter Certificate
Long Beach City College1987-1990
General Building Construction
Cal State Long Beach 1990-1991
Associate Architectural Drafting
Harbor City College 1997-2001
Master Project Management
IRWIN UNIVERSITY
California State Engineer School 2001
General Engineering