Transmission & Distribution Construction Manager

Construction Manager Project Engineer Field Engineer

Qualifications Profile

Goal-driven and seasoned professional with extensive experience in field engineering and construction project management. Equipped with in-depth knowledge of construction and engineering theories, specifications, and standards. Recognized for unparalleled work ethic, along with exemplary ability to manage multiple priorities without compromise to efficiency and quality. Known for analytical problem-solving and critical thinking aptitudes in developing strategic action plans to resolve complex situations and improve operational efficiency. Articulate communicator, with solid and interpersonal skills and working knowledge of the Spanish language; able to build positive work relationships with professionals of all levels.

Areas of Expertise

Transmission Line Construction and Quality Control

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Operations

Lockout /Tagout (LOTO) Coordination

Construction Turnover

Power Generation Balance of Plant (BOP) Quality Control

Business and Operations Management

Construction Work Packages

Contract Management

Relevant Experience

OCI

Construction Supervisor, Frankling-McComb Project, McComb, MS 2017–Present

Supervise 26 miles of 230kV transmission line for the Frankling-McComb Project, which involves leading right-of-way (ROW) and transmission line construction, guiding ROW contractors, and ensuring compliance with Entergy, local, and federal specifications

Oversee all clearing activities by coordinating between OCI and Woodson, Inc., as well as wire pulling and pole setting activities for the T-line contractor

Handle the preparation and submission of progress reports, three-week look-ahead, and the stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) to protect wetlands and environmentally sensitive areas during construction

Enforce compliance with all safety guidelines when conducting maintenance, repair, and construction work

Assign tasks and lead personnel in the; construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage overhead transmission lines; inspection and patrol of transmission lines; clearance of ROW obstructions; and examination of switchgear, transformers, and other auxiliary equipment

Maintain active communication with engineering, customers, design, and other groups to effectively understand contract program needs and ascertain that commitments are achieved within defined time and budget constraints

Project Coordinator, Cassava EPC Project, San Angelo, TX 2017

Provided leadership to the operations of the Cassava EPC project for American Electric Power (AEP), which involved construction a new138/69kV Cassava substation and rebuilding an existing tap line from 69kV to 138kV

Supported the construction manager in interacting with clients, handling craft time sheets, receiving substation and T-line materials, generating daily production reports, inspecting equipment, and procuring resources

Rendered assistance to the material manager in examining all procured materials for acceptance, as well as coordinating shared use of equipment with subcontractors

Organized weekly coordination meetings with field staff and subcontractors

Enforced compliance with safety, quality, ethical standards, lessons learned, and performance management programs in accordance with division policies, standards, guides, and contractual commitments

Coordinated with the safety and quality managers in resolving safety and quality issues

Black & Veatch

Construction Supervisor, AEP Marcellus Area Improvements Project, Marcellus, MI 2016

Led the inspection of switchgear, transformers, and other auxiliary equipment to ensure operability

Directed the construction of 14 miles of 135kV transmission line, including four unique tubular steel structures for AEP; successfully completed the project within schedule with no recordable OSHA violations

Oversaw concrete foundations, rebar, anchor bolts, steel erection, and conductor stringing for QA/QC, drawing accuracy, and specification compliance

Assigned tasks and supervised construction personnel in managing construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage overhead transmission lines and appurtenances, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines at all times

Facilitated training and employee development programs to support subordinate development and advancement

Construction Supervisor, White River to AAEC T-Line Project, Lubbock, TX 2015–2016

Spearheaded construction activities for 52 miles of 345kV transmission line including 10 unique structure types primarily configured from both tubular steel and lattice type structures for Sharyland Utilities

Worked with engineering and subcontractors in resolving issues and deficiencies identified during foundation installation, steel erection, and conductor stringing

Monitored and documented poured foundations, erected steel structures, material quantities, and manpower to support schedule planning activities

Collaborated with the PM&CC Department, engineering, operations, contract personnel, and relevant parties in creating construction work plan, with focus on the timely and successful achievement of project goals based on plans

Attended construction conference calls and meetings to discuss project status and maintenance work

Recorded contract crew activities, and submitted reports and updates to senior management

Made certain that field personnel were properly trained and were well-equipped in accordance with company guidelines

Employed department emergency response processes to organize and provide contractor storm emergency resource support as needed

Lead Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, Port Westward II, Clatskanie, OR 2015–2016

Rendered support to the Portland General Electric (PGE) in mechanical startup engineering of 12 W18V50SG Wartsila natural gas engines and BOP equipment

Managed activities among vendors, craft, and engineering in blowing down and commissioning plant equipment, such as circulation water, closed cycle cooling, lube oil systems, potable water, instrument air, starting air, and fuel gas systems

Established procedures outlining state and local government standards, Wartsila requirements, and engineering standards for each system

Checked all systems for any deviations in piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and worked with construction to address the deviations

Initiated run-ins on all pumps and motors, checking final alignments and recording temperature and vibration for turnover packages

Recommended innovative solutions to improve operational procedures

Arranged project schedules to successfully meet commitments within established timelines

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Owner’s Engineer I&C Startup Engineer, St. Johns River Power Park (SJRPP) DCS Replacement, Jacksonville, FL 2013

Contributed to the upgrade of waste water, water chlorination, and water demineralization systems, as well as the replacement of old I/O cabinets to new Metso I/O cabinets

Monitored construction manpower, schedule cabinet setting, panel re-work, cable installation and termination, cabinet power up, I/O checkout, and equipment ready progress

Conducted systematic point-to-point testing of I/O points, system functionality tests, and DCS logic verification

Collaborated with design engineers and contractors in resolving issues with I/O cabinets wiring, logic, and drawing

Participated in the collection of construction records and closeout activities documentation

Successfully completed the project despite limited budgets and strict deadlines

LOTO Coordinator Mechanical Startup Engineer, Sandy Creek, Riesel, TX 2012–2013

Coordinated LOTO training and lockouts for outages and equipment modification

Utilized P&IDs to guarantee the effectiveness of isolations during walkdowns and system checks

Supervised craft and technical advisors on the cold and hot commissioning of Clyde Bergemann smart cannons and soot-blowers

Participated in testing and tuning the performance the fly ash, NOx emissions, O2 emission, pulverizers, and a 950MW steam generator

Guided subordinates in the maintenance of air preheaters, pulverizers, boiler feed pumps, and polishing systems

Documented deficiencies on a master punch list, and worked with startup, construction, and NAES operations to address those items

Initiated LOTO training presentations to jobsite personnel, client personnel, and others as needed

Established track record for having no incidents during tenure

Balfour Beatty

Project Engineer Field Engineer, SPX Core and Shell, Charlotte NC 2011

Evaluated and drafted requests for information (RFIs), and updated construction drawings and specifications for engineered RFI responses

Examined product data and shop drawings to ensure alignment with construction drawings and specifications

Submitted complete bid package for a material man hoist, with scope and contracts for the hoist

Performed daily safety walks to ensure that the site complied with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; encoded observations in the ISMS safety program

Assessed construction drawings and validated if rebar, concrete, and MEP were dimensioned and positioned properly

Participated in finishing concrete footings for the mockup

Other Experience

TWAL Properties LLC Charlotte, NC

Owner 2014–Present

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, 2012

North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC

Certificate in Waste Management

Professional Development

OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Course

Technical Skills

Oracle’s Primavera P6 • AutoCAD • Microsoft Office (Word, Access, and Excel)

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