Construction Manager

Name: Tracy Smith

Proposed Project Assignment:

Construction Manager/Owner’s Rep

Corporate Position Title: Experience and Qualifications: Construction Manager Proven construction manager and quality control specialist with a successful history of managing projects in secure, sensitive, remote, and dangerous international venues.

Provides pre-construction support including developing construction strategies, activity dependencies, and schedules; conducting constructability reviews; and estimating.

Possesses a broad-based and hands-on background

encompassing civil construction, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, and rough and finish carpentry. Projects include new construction and renovations in military, commercial, residential, and industrial venues.

Skilled in all aspects of construction site management and field operations including managing schedules and budgets, material procurement, logistics, quality control, safety, security, progress reporting, commissioning, and project closeout.

Adept in coordinating building trades, working with local subcontractors in overseas venues, and promoting good will with clients and all project team members.

Years Experience:

35 years

Clearance Level

DOD Top Secret SCI

Education:

General Studies, Tyler Community College

USACE Construction Quality Management for

Contractors Certification (2004)

OSHA 30-hour Safety Certificate

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

Software

M4, Glock and Shotgun qualification/ OPSC

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Raytheon, UTD

Construction Manager, Afghanistan August 2015 to Dec 2015 Salary:$93.75 Per hour

Coordinate and assist the construction firm(s) in such a manner as to ensure project success, to include being on-budget, on-time, within scope, with an acceptable level of quality given the project requirements and the environment. Coordinate construction activities between all disciplines (architectural, mechanical, electrical, safety, security, logistics, communications) and any other project related functions

Manage the Integrated Project Team (IPT) which may include security. Logistics. telephone, computer system, contracts, facility support and construction personnel. Maintain daily construction logs.

Provide weekly status reports of the project of any/all support required from other locations.

Coordinate and assist site development, cast-in-place concrete construction, electrical power generation plants and distribution systems, expedient field construction techniques building systems, and oversight of compound construction. Assist the Sponsor in all aspects of project planning, design, construction, O&M, and deactivation to include development of construction documents and specifications; evaluation of bids; reviewing shop drawings and submittals; site inspections and quality assurance; evaluation of project modifications and change orders; and validating accomplishment of work claimed on invoices for partial payments. Develop statement of work (SOW) requirements and specifications. Develop construction Concept drawings.

Ensure that the project adheres to established statement of work requirements, schedules, and budgets

Texas Department of Criminal Justice:

Facilities: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR V –

Unit Maintenance Supervisor V, Polunsky Unit June 2014 to July 2015 Resume

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Salary:$20.00 Per hour

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly advanced supervisory unit maintenance and construction work. Work involves overseeing maintenance and construction staff; scheduling and assigning work; requisitioning materials and supplies; estimating work hours and materials required for projects; coordinating activities with management; and planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees and assigns work to unit maintenance and construction staff; coordinates work and advises management on specifics of proposed or ongoing unit and facility maintenance and construction projects; coordinates work assignments with other supervisors to ensure efficient and effective use of all resources; and ensures projects are planned, executed, and documented in compliance with agency policies and procedures. B. Plans and schedules unit maintenance projects; reviews work requirements; coordinates and approves availability of materials, equipment, and supplies; inspects unit maintenance work and construction projects to determine compliance with applicable codes, laws, rules, and regulations; and reports inspection findings to staff and management. C. Confers with program staff regarding unit maintenance and construction project issues; provides training and assistance in resolving technical problems; and ensures compliance with applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards. D. Develops and maintains project records, documents, and files; and prepares reports detailing unit maintenance and construction activities, quality assurance, and work progress. E. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others. F. Assists in maintaining security of assigned offenders.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Texas Department of Criminal Justice:

Facilities, Unit Maintenance Supervisor III, Eastman Unit July 2013 to July 2014 Salary: $17.00 per hour

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly complex supervisory maintenance and construction work. Work involves scheduling and assigning work; requisitioning materials and supplies; estimating work hours and materials required for projects; coordinating activities; and training and supervising offender workers in general maintenance and construction. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Complete TDCJ training Academy. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Supervises, inspects, schedules, assigns, and participates in carpentry, painting, lock repair, general maintenance, and construction work; and coordinates work assignments with other supervisors to ensure efficient use of resources.

B. Prepares estimates of work hours, materials, and resources required for projects; initiates requisitions for materials and supplies; and prepares reports and maintains records of repairs. C. Trains and supervises offender maintenance and construction workers; and ensures compliance with applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards. D. Assists in maintaining the security of assigned offenders.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Page 3

Raytheon, UTD

Construction Manager, Iraq and Afghanistan Oct 2010-Feb 2013 Salary: $113.83 per hour

Description of Current Position and Projects: Project Manager/Construction Manager Provides Construction Management and Program Management support for a Raytheon UTD client in overseas locations. Develops statements of work, proposal evaluation plans, and work schedules. Provides mentoring for local construction staff and coordinates construction activities. Conducts quality control checks, determines adequacy of work performed, and recommends progress payments ATLANTIC GOVERNMENT SERVICES / IAP WORLDWIDE SERVICES May 2007 – June 2010 Construction Superintendent, Iraq

Salary: $63.00 per hour

Day-to-day on-site construction management of various projects at remote locations throughout Iraq for the U.S. Department of State. Task orders are fast paced and utilize Third Country National subcontractors and locally procured materials. Responsibilities include reading/interpreting construction drawings and specifications; pre- qualifying local vendors and contractors, soliciting/negotiating cost proposals, securing permits, and overseeing work to ensure compliance to SOW and construction standards; working with client and A/E to assist in design modifications as required; review/approve submittals for locally procured materials; ensure quality control; provide status and cost reporting; and review/submit subcontractor payment applications upon completion task orders. PERINI MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. – OVERHEAD COVERAGE SYSTEMS Aug.2006 – May 2007 Quality Control Inspector, Camp Diamondback, Iraq

Salary: $45.00 per hour

Construction of several large pre-engineered steel structures to protect occupants from incoming overhead artillery along with associated concrete footings and underground utilities. Responsible for ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and USACE standards/building codes. Provided day-to-day supervision of local subcontractor during all construction phases (excavation; rebar, concrete, and anchor bolt placement; red iron erection; metal decking; e-glass; and insulated roof panels), and ensured compliance to building layout, elevations, and concrete testing. Also responsible for inventory control of all building materials received, ordered, and stored at six building sites; working with client and A/E to solve issues/problems, as well as status reporting and documentation. Received letters of commendation from Department of the Army and Perini Corporate QC for work in completing the projects ahead of schedule and under budget. Value: $17 million

CADDELL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. January 2006 – April 2006 Civil Superintendent, U.S. Embassy, Clayton, Panama Salary: $30.00 per hour

Responsible for supervising and directing civil construction operations in compliance with plans and specifications. Work included prequalifying and overseeing local subcontractors for placement of complex formwork (elevated, vertical, and slab-on-grade); reinforced steel; placement of penetrations, weld plates, and imbeds; and placement/finish of poured-in-place concrete construction. Coordinated with Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Superintendents for concrete placement. Worked in conjunction with OBO and Caddell Quality Assurance personnel to ensure work satisfied all specifications. Value: Approximately $90 million

FLUOR GOVERNMENT GROUP INTERNATIONAL INC. October -- November 2005 Construction Support Specialist – U.S. Army Camp Behring and Camp Victory, Kuwait Salary: $30.00 per hour

Remedied punch list items after delivery and set-up of modular buildings for government use. Instructed and oversaw activities of Third Country Nationals during craftwork, HVAC, drop ceilings, flooring, doors and hardware, roofing, and other construction tasks.

J.A. JONES INTERNATIONAL / FLUOR October 2004 -- July 2005 Construction Support Specialist – U.S. Embassy Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia and Yerevan, Armenia Salary: $30.00 per hour

Worked as a finish carpenter for the construction of secure spaces. Work at both SED Embassies included general carpentry, installing drop ceilings, floor tiles, sheetrock, carpets, doors and hardware, cabinetry, and finishes. Worked with others for installation of Radio Frequency Enclosures. Value: Approximately $90 million each Page 4

W.G. YATES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY January 2003 -- July 2004 Quality Control Inspector – 588th Engineer Battalion Headquarters, Fort Hood, Texas Salary: $20.00 per hour

Construction of a 4,000 sf Command Control Center. Managed subcontractors and construction craftsmen in all project phases to maintain quality and ensure work in accordance with plans, specifications, policies, and procedures. Conducted daily inspections, reviewed subcontractor submittals prior to issuance to USACE, and maintained all QC documentation and as-built drawings. Served as safety representative with responsibility for ensuring job site safety, inspections on all construction equipment, and ensuring remedy of deficiencies. Value: Approximately $20 million KELLOGG BROWN AND ROOT/ LOGCAP III September 2003 – January 2004 Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspector -- Kuwait U.S. Army’s Logistics Civil Augmentation Program (LOGCAP) Salary: $33.00 per hour

Oversaw contractors and Third Country Nationals to provide expeditious logistics services, engineering, construction, and a variety of life support services for the U.S. Army in wartime. Performed QA audits to examine/verify systems and processes and QC inspections to verify conformance to specified requirements including checking materials, workmanship, construction, finish, compliance to building codes, and functional performance. Also maintained all required logs and documentation.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT CRIMINAL JUSTICE September 1998 – August 2003 Salary: $18.00 per hour

Initially served as Maintenance Supervisor IV with management/oversight of employees and offender crews for a variety of construction and maintenance projects including security fences, slab-on-grade concrete, metal buildings, renovations, etc. Calculated elevations for excavation, concrete, and buildings; estimated and ordered concrete, rebar, dirt, and a variety of other building materials; secured permits; worked with vendors for machine rentals; and completed projects as scheduled. Subsequently promoted to Quality Assurance Inspector VI. In this role, performed advanced specialized or managerial inspections and investigative work to ensure compliance with building codes, laws, regulations, and agency policies with respect to construction projects. Various Other Construction and Experience 1975 – 1998 Mr. held a variety of construction-related positions including Foreman for road construction, Carpenter for poured-in- place concrete construction of high-rise office buildings and parking garages, Heavy Equipment Operator, Owner of construction firm providing residential and commercial services; Carpenter Foreman and Crew Leader for a variety of renovations and new construction including schools, commercial facilities, high-rise office buildings, parking garages, etc. He is also familiar with freight logistics, having served as an expediter of materials for air and ocean freight; and seismic exploration, having served as Crew Leader for distribution and gathering of seismic equipment.

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