Project Manager Management

J OSHUA K ALENA

***** *. ********* **** • Flushing, MI 48433

************@*****.*** • 810-***-****

C ONSTRUCTION P ROJECT M ANAGER

Accomplished and skilled professional with proven success overseeing multimillion-dollar projects

and developing strong teams.

Plan projects and schedule complex operations, effectively monitoring progress and coordinating

teams to complete projects before deadlines and under budget. Possess strong leadership skills;

manage sub-contractors and vendors and train teams to increase skills and maximize project

efficiency. Develop and implement quality control, trend identification, and documentation

procedures to facilitate successful projects, determine system improvements, control change, and

ensure client satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

Highlights of expertise:

Project Oversight Sub-contractor Coordination AFCEE Contracts

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Scheduling & Progress Team Development & Training USACE / Contracts

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Budget & Estimating Material Procurement Government Contracts

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TETRA TECH EC, Sri Lanka Afghanistan

Senior Project Manager, 4/2009 – Present

Advanced to hold high-level project management responsibility with key oversight of various

international projects of increasing scope, size, and range. Oversee teams, resources, global

company contracts, vendor relations, and international organizational partnership while managing

end-to-end phases for diverse projects and all construction activities. Coordinate with internal and

external teams to streamline the design, engineering, and construction of projects including

integrated water systems, a courthouse facility for Military Intelligence/Military Police, infrastructure

and site adaptation for Arch-Span and CMU buildings, Afghan National Army integrated facility

design and construction, and other US and international military forces buildings / facilities.

Handle design review, project tasks, resource requirements, logistic plans, budget management, and

resource allocation. Manage QA and QC monitoring and reporting. Monitor and report project and

production status; handle internal and client-based reporting. Assemble, supervise, and manage

project teams. Coordinate with stakeholders on process maps, requirements, and expectations.

Prepare SOWs (Scopes of Work) for bids and solicitation packages (PWP - Procurement Work

Packages and CWP - Construction Work Packages). Prepare action plans for meeting production,

productivity, and quality goals. Manage LN and TCN workforce; supervise teams.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Since 6/’14, currently managing the NWSDB, National Water Supply and Drainage Board

Implementation of Badulla, Hali Ella and Ella Integrated Water Supply Project in Badulla

District, Sri Lanka.

• Between 12/’13 and 5/’14, provided leadership on the project for the Afghan National Army,

the 215th MI/MP/Courthouse at Camp Shorabak in the Helmand Province, Afghanistan.

• During the year 12/’12 to 12/’13, provided project management for the ANA Gereshk Kandak

facility for the Afghan National Army (ANA) 6/3/215th Gereshk Kandak in the Helmond

Province in Afghanistan.

• From 4/’10 to 11/’12, oversaw the construction project for Task Order 05, 4th SF Kandak and

2nd CDO Renovations in Shindand, Afghanistan for the AFCEE, HERC Program.

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Consistently lead projects from initial design and planning stages through all phases to meet

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cost and quality control objectives while ensuring complete client satisfaction.

Maintain track record of reduced incidents and high levels of site safety and security while

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turning projects over to end-users with zero lingering issues.

Leverage leadership to oversee comprehensive construction work spanning Site Preparation,

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Site Storm Water Management, and Site Utilities (including Sanitary Sewer, Waste Water

Treatment, Domestic Water Distribution, Electrical Power Generation, and Distribution).

Additionally lead and coordinate with teams handling construction of Concrete Road Network,

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Perimeter Stone Wall, Guard Towers, ECP's (Entry Control Points), and Communication

Infrastructure. Managed K-Span type construction and CMU buildings construction.

TETRA TECH EC, Shindand, Afghanistan

Project Manager, 4/2009 – 4/2010

Promoted to project management role overseeing two separate projects in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Oversaw end-to-end construction stages for building military facilities to include structures,

buildings, and systems. Managed site preparation and the construction of systems including storm

water management, road networks, and sanitary sewer collection distribution system. Oversaw TCN

and LN contractors. Developed schedules and logistics for projects. Maintained documentation.

Managed controls for cost, schedule, and risk including preplanning and coordinating with contractor,

Kandak Commandos, onsite ODA Team, onsite LST Team, and Title II affiliates and agencies.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Task Order 02 was first AFCEE project in Afghanistan to be completed on time and within

budget; Project Management model was featured at the 2010 AFCEE PMR (Project

Management Review) in Dubai.

• Expertly handled start to finish project management for the Task Order 02, 207th Commando

Kandak in Shindand, Afghanistan for the AFCEE, HERC Program to meet on-time and on-

budget completion of Phase II and Phase II deliverables.

TETRA TECH EC, Al-Asad Airbase, Iraq

Construction Manager, 2006 – 4/2009

Monitored process from initial planning and development to completion; reviewed drawings and

modified as necessary. Coordinated Engineers and Site Superintendents to direct progress and meet

budget and timeline targets. Developed project and daily job site schedules. Managed site

construction activities, to include scheduling and coordinating Iraqi subcontractors. Established and

maintained documentation procedures; prepared detailed reports on activities, inspection logs, and

data and material cut sheets. Provided quality control utilizing 3-phase plan. Conducted weekly

coordination meetings with client representatives; submitted daily and weekly reports to client.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Managed efficient construction of Brigade Headquarters for Camp Mejid. Handled Task Order

07 Baghdadi Iraq - AFCEE WERK Program.

• Successfully assembled strong team of Engineers and Superintendents, facilitating quality

projects.

• Consistently completed projects ahead of schedule and under budget through effective

procedures and continually mentoring and directing sub-contractors.

• Managed construction of a new Large Garrison Support Unit, Brigade Headquarters, and a

National Maintenance Facility.

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WORLD SECURITY INITIATIVES, Kabul, Afghanistan

Project Manager / Construction Manager, 2005 – 2006

Oversaw construction operations for multiple sites. Managed contractor and vendor activities and

established daily work schedules. Reviewed drawings and maintained documentation. Prepared and

submitted data and equipment cut sheets. Determined material needs and managed procurement.

Developed and implemented quality assurance procedures. Communicated with U.S. State

Department representatives to determine project needs.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Constructed multiple Police Regional Training Centers, consistently providing timely and cost-

effective service. Managed a was INL (State Department) Government Contract.

DENN-CO CONSTRUCTION, Shelby Township, Michigan

Foreman, 1998 – 2005

Oversaw construction sites and coordinated activities to drive timely project completion. Estimated

costs and managed material procurement. Prepared and maintained documentation. Supervised

trade staff and coordinated training courses for new employees. Maintained client relationships and

communicated with clients to discuss and meet project needs.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Completed $110M ground-up construction for nine-story VEC building for General Motors.

• Successfully constructed 480,000 square foot, 3500 seating capacity building for Tabernacle

Missionary Baptists Church, with $45M budget.

• Coordinated $42M demolition and renovation for EDS Headquarters.

• Managed $3.7M seven-story ground-up construction for Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

• Increased profitability by effectively training team members to enhance skill and efficiency.

CKO CONSTRUCTION, Armada, Michigan

Manager / Carpenter, 1996 – 1998

Completed Wal-Mart Superstore renovation throughout southern United States. Prepared take-off,

estimates, and materials and developed budgets for projects. Established work schedules and

ensured consistent progress. Supervised 24 crew members and coordinated activities.

Key Projects and Achievements:

• Successfully managed renovation of multiple stores.

*** Additional experience as Carpenter Foreman, MT Rod Construction. ***

TRAINING, CERTIFICATIONS, AND ASSOCIATIONS

Practical Loss and Prevention Training; Safe to Work - Safety Training Modules

Tetra Tech - Project Manager Level 1 and Tetra Tech PM123 Training, 2012

Advanced Strategic Project Management, VILLA NOVA UNIVERSITY, 2009

Essentials of Project Management, VILLA NOVA UNIVERSITY, 2009

Mastering Project Management, VILLA NOVA UNIVERSITY, 2009

Master Certificate in Applied Project Management, VILLA NOVA UNIVERSITY, 2009

PM Capstone Certificate; VILLA NOVA UNIVERSITY, 2009

30 Hour OSHA Safety Training

Member, Project Management Institute - PMI

Member, UBC Local 687

Journeyman Carpenter Card

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