Engineer Construction
Resume:
William Bounds
Grand Rapids, MI 49506 **********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Project management and personnel supervision skills combined with extensive field service experience with robust knowledge in technical maintenance and repair. Management of a variety of large construction projects including obtaining permitting and working with internal and external partners to ensure that projects remain on schedule and within budget. Familiarity with site surveys to determine viability and logistics. Broad hands on experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of numerous technical systems. Distinguished U.S Marine Corp military experience in construction, demolition and security operations.
Core skills include:
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently
Meticulous attention to detail and analytical problem solver
Practical knowledge and application of principles and methods within process management
Strong professional knowledge and relationship with government agencies
EMPLOYMENT
2016 to present
Michigan Department of Transportation, Grand Rapids, MI
Transportation Technician
Responsible for assisting Geotechnical Services in statewide boring operations
Collect soil samples, field classify soil and rock and perform in-situ field tests checking density and moisture content of soils
Perform concrete testing to validate specifications are met and material is acceptable
Perform surveying work related to geotechnical, geoenvironmental and coring investigations for roads, building sites, bridges and environmental sites
Inspect all elements of project to ensure compliance with state specifications and federal guidelines including: grading, concrete placement, HMA placement, restoration, erosion control, drainage installation, steel placement and traffic control
2014 to 2016
City Lights Ltd., Chicago, IL
Project Manager
Responsible for overseeing and planning large-scale state, municipal and commercial electrical contracts with complex and varied scopes.
Obtained various permits required to complete large-scale and long-term projects
Worked with both general and sub-contractors to ensure work was completed on schedule and on budget in accordance with all construction documentation
Managed implementation of project plan and allocation of resources by determining the necessary equipment and personnel to complete a job and ensured that all necessary resources were available as needed
Ensured essential materials on hand and in compliance with proper specifications
Utilized extensive problem solving to anticipate risk and develop solutions necessary to reduce impact on project deliverables
Demonstrated high interpersonal and communication skills while working with and delegating to multiple entities and support staff
2012 to 2014
Redflex Traffic Systems, Chicago, IL
Technician Supervisor
Managed team of technical staff to identify, prioritize and resolve maintenance issues
Oversaw daily operations of over 400 unique locations
Supported continuous improvement through customer support initiative cross-functional team
Ensured employee adherence to safety guidelines and state-unique Department of Transportation requirements throughout the region
Maintained timely and thorough communication of technical issues to the City of Chicago to ensure that systems were operating optimally
2011 to 2012
Redflex Traffic Systems, Chicago, IL
Construction Manager
Provided design of new and updated sites for ideal system installation
Oversaw multi-site construction projects
Provided project management to ensure budget and schedule adherence were maintained
Led coordination of a variety of stakeholders, including: contractors, city officials, city engineers and Department of Transportation officials, to obtain proper permits and ensure that proper traffic control measures were followed throughout construction
2008 to 2011
Redflex Traffic Systems, Phoenix, AZ
Video Survey/Field Maintenance Technician
Responsible for repair, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of automated photo enforcement systems.
Provided surveys of potential red light enforcement sites to include measurement of intersection dimensions and calculation of light length average
Managed technical requirements including: building over 40 Arizona speed vans, installing highway speed sites, and maintaining speed and red light enforcement for numerous sites
Responded to numerous daily site discrepancies with technical acumen resulting in the continuous operation of the systems
Managed troubleshooting and diagnosing of malfunctions to eliminate problems in minimal time
Efficiently received, prioritized, and organized daily tasks submitted by internal/external clients
Provided a vast understanding of both general and specific position expectations and regularly ensured practical application to complex problems and situations
MILITARY
2007 to 2010
Arizona National Guard
Military Police/Combat Engineer
Responsible for providing support to security missions by conducting area security, maneuver and mobility support, and police intelligence operations.
As Team Leader, responsible for Demolition Operations in a Sapper Company.
Received extensive training in demolitions and anti-maneuverability operations.
Responsible for overseeing field operations and conducted training for security missions.
2001 to 2005
U.S. Marine Corps
Combat Engineer - 2 Deployments to Iraq
Responsible for the construction, repair, and maintenance of various structures. Supported the use of demolitions in construction and destruction projects.
Served as a member of an engineer reconnaissance team that conducted route reconnaissance, bridge reconnaissance and bridge classification missions while deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Responsible for the supervision and direction of 12 Marines as squad leader.
Served within a security element overseeing security operations for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team.
Served as Bridge Chief of a bridge construction company during 2nd deployment to Iraq. Oversaw the construction of an Army bridge and over 35 soldiers.
Assisted in the planning of bridging operations to include security of movement to the area of operations as well as the onsite security at the area of operations.
Developed processes and coordinated multiple stakeholders for training on bridge construction, enhancing process improvements for all operations.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
1997 to 1999
Michigan State University
2014 to 2016
City Colleges of Chicago, Associate in Science
COMPUTER SKILLS
Applications: Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Project and Word
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