Resume
For
Rodney J. Van Deusen, Jr.
Project Manager / Construction Professional
*** ******** ****, *********, ** 06824
Cell: 203-***-**** - *******@*********.***
Career Summary/Qualifications:
Division Chief/Project Manager/Owners Representative/Construction Quality Control Manager/Construction
Management/Engineering Designer with a strong record of progressively responsible supervisory, leadership,
business development, and marketing, complex project management and design positions. I have experience in
project management and structural engineering (steel, concrete and timber) relating to commercial, industrial,
institutional, waterfront and high-end residential projects. I have a comprehensive knowledge of design and
construction methods, standards and codes. A demonstrated ability to build long-term client relationships and
determine cost effective solutions to design, construction and regulatory issues.
Key Strengths Include:
Construction Management / Administration Design Liaison
Commercial Structural Damage Investigations Knowledge of Building Codes
Residential Damage Evaluations Engineering Design and Management
Certified Surface Air Supplied Diver Waterfront Design, Permitting, and Construction
Quality Control / Quality Assurance Proposal Generation
Specification and Bid Preparation Glass and Curtain Wall Design
Timber, Steel and Concrete Design Above and Below Water Inspections
Business Development Report Writing
MEP Coordination
Professional Experience:
ARGE Consulting LLC October 2012 – Present
Position: Senior Project Manager
Department: Project/Program Management, Construction Quality Control and Design
In this position I am responsible for the development and guidance for a consultancy specializing in project /
program management, Construction Quality Control, waterfront design, permitting and inspection, residential
design and construction management. Developed and directly responsible for design concepts, supervision of
office and field personnel, client interaction and satisfaction, generation of proposals, and development of
marketing materials. Recent projects include Quality Control Management, Project Management and MEP
coordination for a project at the United States Military Academy, Design of a 300 linear foot gravity seawall in
West Haven, CT and consultation for a 1200 foot steel bulkhead in Norwalk, CT.
Responsibilities:
• Business Development – Responsible for the development of the strategic plan and direction,
providing and guiding the firm’s direction, vision and mission.
• Marketing – I am responsible for coordinating all marketing efforts for this firm.
• Project Management – Responsible for managing and implementing the overall project and program
management for the firm. This includes project scheduling, estimating, report generation, review of
change orders, review and generation of RFPs, client interaction and support.
• Construction Quality Control – Responsible for the development, management and implementation of
USACOE CQC plans for complex US Military projects.
• Investigations – Inspections include residential structural evaluation, commercial structural evaluation
and waterfront structures.
• Design – Responsible for all aspects of design oversight including staff scheduling, reviewing
calculations, preparing or reviewing permitting applications for local, state and federal agencies,
reviewing drawings and specifications.
• Construction Management / Administration– Responsibilities will include preparing bid documents,
bid review and evaluation, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, review of shop drawings, attending
Rodney J. Van Deusen, Jr.
Project Manager / Construction Professional
construction progress meetings, onsite supervision to assure adherence to design documents, and
project closeout.
CSE, LLC October 2010 – October 2012
Position: Sr. Project Manager/Senior Engineer
Department: Structural Engineering/Waterfront
I was directly responsible for engineering and management of projects for architectural, engineering,
commercial, insurance and residential clients. Design work included conceptual development of structural
systems, analysis and design of new and existing structures, complete design documents, specifications, code
compliance and cost estimating.
Responsibilities:
• Project Management
• Engineering Design
• Residential Damage Investigation and Evaluations
• Forensic Engineering Investigations
• Construction Management / Administration
Ocean and Coastal Consultants, Inc. April 2005 – October 2010
Position: Project Manager/ Lead Engineer Diver
Department: Structural Engineer/Waterfront/Transportation
I was responsible for the overall management of waterborne transportation projects for the firm and provided
general management and structural support for other sectors. Construction cost for the projects I was directly
responsible ranged between $100k and $15 million. Project management included overall management of
projects, scheduling of personnel, project cost control, proposal generation, business development and
marketing. Average fees generated were 1.25 to 1.5 million per year.
Responsibilities:
• Business Development
• Executive Management Committee
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Lead Engineer Diver
• Waterfront Engineering Design
• Construction Management / Administration
• Safety Committee
McLaren Engineering Group June 1992 - April 2005
Position: Division Chief/Project Manager/Staff Engineer
Department: Marine/Waterborne Transportation
As Division Chief for the Marine and Waterborne Transportation Divisions I was responsible for leading and
directing a staff of six engineer divers, four engineers and four commercial divers. In this position responsibilities
included overall day-to-day operations, business development, marketing, client interaction, staff scheduling,
proposal generation and design oversight. Annual fee generation for these divisions was a combined $2.5 to $3.5
million dollars per year.
Thune Associates Structural Engineering October 1982 - June 1992
Position: Design Engineer/Draftsman
Department: Structural Engineering - Buildings
As design engineer I reported to the Chief Structural Engineer and was responsible for the complete structural
design of commercial and residential structures.
Rodney J. Van Deusen, Jr.
Project Manager / Construction Professional
Education:
Wentworth Institute of Technology
B.S./Architectural Engineering
Wentworth Institute of Technology
A.D./Architectural Engineering Technology
Wentworth Institute of Technology
A.D./Building Construction Technology
Certifications:
SAS Work Diving Safety and Supervision Course/ 2005/Florida Keys Community College
TWIC Card
Certified Diver - SDI
Certified USACOE Quality Control Systems Administrator / Quality Control Manager
OSHA 10 Hour
American Red Cross CPR/AED Adult
Dan O2 training
American Red Cross First Aid
American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens
Professional and Other Affiliations:
Town Facilities Commission – Town of Fairfield, CT – Member
First Taxing District Parks Commission – Norwalk, CT - Member
Structural Engineer's Association of NY
The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers - Member
American Society of Civil Engineers - Member
Coasts, Oceans, Ports and Rivers Institute - Member
Connecticut Maritime Association, Inc.
Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance
Board of Directors for the Cranbury Chapel – Norwalk, CT – Member
Awards/Recognition:
Design Award – First Place for the design of repurposing of the main sanctuary of the United Methodist
Church located in Rutland, VT.
Certificate of Appreciation - Department of Design and Construction in appreciation for efforts during
the clean up of the World Trade Center Site.
Letter of Appreciation - Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for the design and installation of a
temporary ferry terminal at Pier A in lower Manhattan.
Letter of Appreciation – The Thornton Tomasetti Group, Inc. for the work completed during the clean up
of the World Trade Center site.
Certificate of Appreciation - Assistance in construction of the first recycled plastic bridge over
Hannacroix Creek in Greene County, New York.
Computer Skills:
Microsoft - Word Bentley Systems – RAM
Microsoft – Excel AutoCAD
Microsoft – PowerPoint Bentley Systems – STAAD Pro
Microsoft - Project