Project Manager Power Plant

STEVEN NABAVI

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714-***-**** ( ************@*****.***

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Seasoned senior project manager with more than 20 years of experience in

construction operations and management for federal, military, commercial,

and private sectors. Proven history of coordinating the full project

lifecycle for new builds and redevelopment, from initial concept and design

through estimation, supplier and subcontractor selection, construction,

inspection, and handover. Exceptionally skilled in a wide variety of

construction areas, from office buildings to facilities, airports,

utilities, roads, and groundwork - including installation of all necessary

systems and equipment. Dedicated to fostering adoption of best practices

and standards in construction engineering. Renowned for maintaining high

standards of quality, safety, and innovation while delivering under budget

and at optimal efficiency.

Construction Project Management ( Team Building & Leadership (

Subcontractor Management ( Construction Operations

Client Consulting ( Cost Estimation ( Project Planning & Design ( Utilities

& HVAC Installation ( Negotiation

Equipment Selection & Installation ( Facility Construction ( Power Plant &

Power Generation Construction ( Budgeting

Cost Control ( Eco-Friendly Design ( Process Optimization ( Fit-Out, Mixed-

Use & Redevelopment Projects

Resource Planning ( Method Engineering ( Communication ( Permits (

Inspections ( Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FOX CONSTRUCTION & LOGISTICS, Shindand Airbase, Herat, Afghanistan ( 2013

Leading Afghan construction company approved by the U.S. Army Corps of

engineers and USAF Civil Engineering Center.

Senior Project Manager, U.S. Air Force Project

Direct execution of a major $90 million USAF project to construct a major

military airport in Afghanistan, complete with a power plant for base-wide

power supply and all central base water, electric, and sewer utility lines.

Planned and oversaw project operations for construction of 39 buildings,

including a control tower, crash fire rescue building, airplane hangars,

simulation buildings, a maintenance warehouse, dining facilities, living

quarters, and arms storage. Constructed a power plant housing 12 diesel-

fired power generators, switch gears, and necessary accessories. Integrated

control rooms into construction design, as well as 30 fuel storage tanks

and pump rooms. Implemented over 12 lift stations and a treatment plant as

part of central utility installation. Supervised up to 800 staff.

Selected Achievements:

. Selected by the Air Force Contract Officer to take over a $26 million

contract and bring the project back on track with overall objectives.

. Secured a $60 million airport project due to successful turnaround of the

previous project, including tactical damage liquidation, rescheduling,

budget adjustments, and recovery planning.

. Consistently kept all Air Force senior leaders and external QA teams up

to date on project progress.

. Honored with a certificate of appreciation from the U.S. Air Force.

INTERNATIONAL HOME FINANCE & DEVELOPMENT (IHFD), Denver, Colorado ( 2011-

2013

Multimillion dollar construction contractor operating in Afghanistan,

Libya, and the United States.

Project Manager & Construction Director

Led project management and construction operations for a $21 million solid

waste management plant at Sharana FOB. Directed all aspects of planning,

construction, safety, and quality control for a large sorting building,

office buildings, control rooms, pump rooms, the power house, and an ash

pit with capacity up to 10 years from incineration. Built out an 800+ foot

retaining wall for the hillside. Oversaw development of roads and

installation of storm drains and street lights. Deployed complex equipment,

including 4 large capacity incinerators, accessories, fuel pumps, water

pumps, and storage tanks. Coordinate the activities of over 300 personnel

and subcontractors from Europe and Asia.

Selected Achievements:

. Rescued the project from potential termination after the failure of two

previous project managers by developing a highly effective work plan and

recovery plan, which gained approval from USACE officials.

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INTERNATIONAL HOME FINANCE & DEVELOPMENT (IHFD), continued:

. Obtained a one-month stay of execution on project termination, leading to

a full reinstatement after demonstrating excellent progress within that

month.

. Eliminated hundreds of thousands in costs by contributing to negotiations

with the manufacturers.

. Recovered equipment that had been sitting unused in harsh weather

conditions by traveling abroad to negotiate a contract to lease a high-

capacity crane capable of installing said equipment.

. Facilitated seamless change order implementation through collaboration

with local and U.S.-based USACE officials.

. Dramatically reduced the cost of construction through adoption of value

engineering for design changes.

. Expanded a large area for fuel trucks maneuvering by centralizing utility

lines from several bays to a single bay.

. Additionally coordinated construction of a wastewater treatment plant and

an Army dining facility in Kabul.

. Received numerous achievement awards from the U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers and the U.S. Air Force Civil Engineering Service.

FENCO ENGINEERING, Anaheim Hills, California ( 1997-2011

Multi- million California engineering and construction company.

Senior Construction Project Manager

Led diverse construction and engineering projects, with authority over all

areas of project planning, staffing, subcontractor and supplier management,

scheduling, and client relationship management. Consulted with clients to

identify their requirements. Prepared cost estimates and proposed

schedules, design plans, and permit requirements. Implemented change

orders. Liaised with inspectors and municipalities on approvals and sign-

offs. Drove process development and optimization. Projects included multi-

family residences, low-income housing, senior living facilities, custom

homes, fitness clubs, medical and dental facilities, warehouses, and

fabrication shops. Supported all bidding in partnership with the owners.

Selected Achievements:

. Integrated alternative energy concepts and eco-friendly design principles

into multiple projects.

. Generated significant client cost savings via process optimization, team

building, and quality project management.

. Strengthened communications and streamlined project management and

scheduling via weekly meetings with owners, engineers, architects, and

staff.

. Gained recognition as a preferred contractor in diverse organizations,

with numerous certificates of achievement.

. Enforced alignment with all safety requirements and regulations,

including OSHA.

. Ensured a strong competitive stance against other bidding contractors by

assuring Fenco offered the best staff, credentials, and methodologies.

Additional roles include Director of Construction for a joint venture under

Pendulum Construction (2002-2006), focused on driving proactive approaches

to downtime reduction via preventative maintenance. Fostered stronger

client relationship management. Spearheaded construction of a TOP20 Award

winning building. Promoted use of eco-friendly materials in construction.

Further details on request.

FORMAL EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration: Long Beach, California

Master of Project Management: Long Beach, California

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering: Houston, Texas

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certified Marine & Mechanical Engineer - South Shields Marine & Mechanical

Engineering School

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member, Project Management Institute

LICENSES

California Licensed Engineering Contractor ( California Licensed Building

Contractor ( California Licensed HVAC Contractor

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English ( Turkish ( Farsi

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