Tracy N. Tuck

*** **** ****** **. ******* Hill, Texas 78642

Mobile 254-***-**** acy5g2@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

International / Cross-Cultural / Multi-Site Management Experience

RESULTS-FOCUSED MANAGER with over 35 years’ experience in the construction industry meeting timelines and budgets. Intimate knowledge of preparing schedules, budgets, implementing scopes of work and process improvements. Proven track record of leveraging a “can do” attitude to motivate and inspire others to do things right the first time. Performed all project phases from planning and construction startup to operation turn over. I possess a strong attention to details, dependable, and able to work well independently. People oriented with exceptional public relations, communication, and organizational skills. I acted as the main interface between owners, engineers, and contractors.

Core Competencies

Project Management: Plan, Budget, Schedule • Oral and Written Communication • Project Coordinator • Negotiator • Research & Analysis • Project Recorder • Environmentally Conscious • Familiar with rules and regulations of Federal and States agencies in the construction industry. USACE experience surpasses 15 years.

-Mechanical Experience Related to Oil, Gas, and Power Industry-

My experience in the construction industry includes, but is not limited to, the following: ROW, roads, and well site build-outs along with environmental restorations and miles of underground piping with pump stations. I have successfully filled various roles: Superintendent, Construction Manager, and Project Manager. I was involved in the construction of three different fuel storage facilities consisting of millions of barrels above ground storage tanks, loading, off-loading facilities, oil-water separators, cathodic protection, and pump installation and housing.

My prime power experience ranges from small hydro works, gas-fired plant, remote fueled generators, to high voltage substation and transmission lines.

I also worked in the communications field: erected towers, antennas, and receivers; provided direct burial service.

Heavy Highway Experience

I have 20 years of extensive experience in road construction: bridges, drainage structures, paving (both asphalt and concrete), and many TxDot projects under my belt.

Water and Wastewater

I have nine (9) years’ experience with infrastructure projects with the River Authorities in Texas. I coordinated projects between owners and contractors. I had hands-on experience working a TBM project, laying pipe with under water divers, and many other unconventional projects.

Available for International Travel and/or Relocation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Construction Manager

TNT Constructor’s Services for Foundation Fence Inc. a division of Gibraltar Inc., Marble Falls, Texas Feb.2016 to present. Here I completed four USACE and Veterans Affairs security installation projects that were turned-over to a surety. I Interacted with General Contractors and Federal Government agencies daily, handled design issues, sub-contractors and was responsible for scheduling and pay applications. Directed work crews on several projects simultaneously. Oversite was by the company owner.

Project Manager/Coordinator

TNT Constructor Services for Pal-Con Ltd., Stephenville, Texas, Feb. 2014 to end of Jan. 2016.

The skills and knowledge I gained from previous experiences are applied to working with project owners and coordinating projects related to power generation and natural gas transmission throughout the USA. Pal-Con is a mechanical contractor that builds and installs regenerators/heat exchangers that they design and manufacture; Pal-Con also specializes in SCR projects for emissions control. I report directly to the VP and President.

I also serve as the Safety Superintendent on site specific projects. I am trained in forklift safety, hand and power tool safety, good housekeeping, ladder safety, noise exposure, Haz/Com SDS, lead awareness, PPE, respiratory protection, scaffold safety, welding/cutting/brazing, first aid/CPR, fire protection/ extinguishers, fall protection, cranes and rigging, compressed gases, ARC flash, asbestos awareness, blood borne pathogens, confined space, abrasive blasting, aerial lifts, AEGC/GCFI/Electrical/LOTO, back safety, Benzene, flammable/combustible liquids, machine guarding, workplace security, work-walk surfaces, disciplinary plan, EAP, exit routes, and writing emergency action plans.

Construction Director

Fayz-Group of Companies, Kabul Afghanistan, May 2012 to Feb. 2014

I was responsible for day to day operations for several multi-million dollar projects with multi-cultural considerations within multiple countries. As the CEO for the Fayz-Group, I assembled a first rate management team and provided a variety of services including, but not limited to, the following: logistics, construction, guest services (hotel), restaurant, engineering consultants, and transportation.

Projects performed were with area local governments and ministries, foreign embassies, local national armies, USACE, and USAID. These projects generally ranged from $1 million to $50 million dollars (US).

Senior Construction Project Manager

Omran Holding Group, Kabul, Afghanistan, May 2011to May 2012

I was responsible for interacting with USACE representatives regarding all aspects of construction from contract to legal. I advised company management in their dealings on projects with the Corps of Engineers. I traveled all over Afghanistan overseeing various projects as necessary.

I worked with major prime contractors (ECCI and Lakeshore/Toltest) on projects that Omran was used as a sub-contractor. I gained K-span experience from working on several projects with various sub-contractors. These projects generally ranged from $ 10 million to $30 million dollars (US).

Liaison

TECHNOLOGISTS, INC, Kabul, Afghanistan, Sept. 2007 to May 2011

My skills and experience were utilized as an effective liaison with the United States Army Corps of Engineers; I assisted management in decision making per company forte in a third world country.

Senior Project Manager

TECHNOLOGISTS, INC, Kabul, Afghanistan, Sept. 2007 to May 2011

I was responsible for planning, directing, and providing coordination and construction management/leadership on various government projects. I worked with project owner and design team to modify plans and specifications to optimize construction execution. I interfaced with USACE along with contractors, engineers, architects, technical staff, and management as needed. I pulled from my 30 years’ experience in the construction industry to assist upper management with day to day activities, help resolve issues, and provide other insight as requested.

Led project teams on over 20 different sites at any one time.

Projects exceeded over $300 million (US).

Directed 5,000 – 6,500 TI staff, subcontractors, and employees.

Managed all phases of construction activities on all projects; including, but not limited to, the following:

bids, contracts, procurement, logistics, construction, and close-out.

USACE projects include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.South of Jalalabad & Jalalabad to Shali Kot Road Afghanistan

2.Kabul to Bagram Southern Half Road Project

3.Afghanistan National Civil Order Police (ANCOP) Nangahar, Jalalabad, Afghanistan

4.Afghanistan National Police (ANP), BP Battalion HQ Co, Ghoshta, Nangahar Afghanistan

5.ANA Security Upgrades, Kandahar Garrison

6.ANP MOI Building Herat, Afghanistan

7.ANP MOI Kandahar, Afghanistan

8.10 MW Power Plant 1, Kandahar City, Afghanistan

9.10 MW Power Plant 2, Kandahar City, Russian Silo Site

10.ANA Class II, IV, & VII Logistics Depot Phase II Kabul, Afghanistan

11.ANP BP Company HQ Khwaja Jeer, Khost, Heart, Afghanistan

Annual project volume upon hire was $40-60 million (US); prior to leaving was $300 million (US).

Project Manager / Inspector

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, Waco, Texas, 1998 to Sept. 2007

I represented Lower Colorado River Authority as the owner and Brazos River Authority as the operator of various water and wastewater facilities in Central Texas.

I was responsible for managing construction projects for a cross- matrix organization; interacted and communicated with engineers, contractors, suppliers, project staff, operations staff, management, customers, property owners, and media as part of a team. I reviewed, approved, or denied change requests; resolved conflicts; assigned and coordinated project activities with the activities of others; monitored schedules; attended and conducted project meetings; and maintained project records.

Worked as team project member on a $40 million addition to a regional wastewater plant – coordinated all construction efforts with operations that had to continue in service during a two and a half year project.

Managed several large pipeline improvements simultaneously; assured construction practices, processes, and standards were met.

Maintained an ongoing relationship with public entities, owners, and operators to solve problems in the best interest of all involved.

Involved in two tunnel projects utilizing TBM excavation of four and one-half (4.5) miles of utility lines.

Acted as owner’s environmental monitor on several projects; designed and implemented methods for meeting state regulated standards under harsh circumstances.

Oversaw construction from the ground up of surface water treatment plant along with seven (7) miles of transmission main.

Installed over 25 miles of pipeline.

Over $400 million (US) in projects from 1998-2007.

Safety certificates received included 30-hour OSHA, confined space entry, excavation and trench safety, HAZWOPER training, respiratory protection, fall protection, work zone traffic control, and air monitoring for hazardous materials.

Project Manager, Civil Superintendent, Quality Control (1994 – 1998)

OMEGA CONTRACTOR, INC., Grand Prairie, Texas

NOVA GROUP, Napa, California

Successfully acquired three separate government contracts, $3 million to $17 million (US), under the United States Corps of Engineers’ oversight.

Managed the new construction of pressurized hydrant fuel system along with pumping station and tank storage.

Took remedial action to correct an error that resulted in a change order that positively affected the company’s net profit on a large project.

Served as safety officer, construction estimator, geo technician, and quality control under the Corps of Engineers’ representative’s monitoring.

Managed status of “as-built” and assembled, approved O&Ms on all projects.

Superintendent of Multiple Projects (1991 – 1994)

CCE, INC., Nacogdoches, Texas

WEIR EXCAVATING, Dallas Texas

JRJ PAVING, Dallas, Texas

Performed remedial work for the closing of landfill for an east Texas community (CCE).

Worked primarily on TX DOT highway and bridge projects (Weir).

Worked as Superintendent and acting Project Manager for long term parking and rental car complex for the Dallas-Ft. Worth Airport. Involved in direct communication with the FAA planning and advisory board.

Superintendent (1986 – 1991)

ORVAL HALL EXCAVATING CO., Ft. Worth, Texas

A pro-active people person; a Superintendent known for getting the most out of employees and positively affecting the bottom line for the company.

Oversaw various million dollar projects including new and rehab of existing street and highway construction, site development, utility work, and drainage improvements.

Oversaw several projects at any given time.

Known for getting the job done right the first time.

Facilitated the movement of 1.5-million yards of material on a 120 acre site for a distribution center.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Cumulative Hours toward B.S. in Business Management

Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas, 1976-1982

Additional hours from Kansas State University 1996-98

Cumulative hours toward PMP and CMAA thru CMCS, Dubai UAE

Construction Equipment Training Div.

Texas A&M University System, Arlington, Texas

Texas Engineering Extension Service: Basic Water Works Operations; Water Distribution; Water Utility Safety; Confined Spaces Safety; Excavation; and Texas Fire Training School

College Station, Texas

Abilene Fire Training Academy

City of Stephenville, Volunteer Fireman (nine years)

Additional Skills

Write reports, schedule projects, operate survey equipment, read plans, perform some CAD work and drafting, use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) proficiently as well as Ag-tech, Primavera, Timberline, and other project documentation software.

REFERANCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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