Ronald E. Cook

*** ** ****, ***** ****, TX *****, 903-***-****(C), 903-***-****(H), aczzvw@r.postjobfree.com

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER / ON-SITE PROJECT MANAGER

Construction Project Management over 30 years Heavy Industrial Civil with successful leadership, extensive technical and practical knowledge backed by strong credentials and a proven history of on-time, on-budget and high-quality project completions. Developed sound understanding of engineering concepts, principles and practices applicable to civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical and environmental engineering concerned with the design, layout and supervision of construction operations. Experience includes monitoring construction projects to a successful and timely completion with knowledge of Primavera, SureTrak and MS Project scheduling software. Ability to review technical engineering specifications and statements of work covering complex and diverse engineering designs or changes. Trained a variety of safety and occupational health principles, practices, procedures, laws and regulations as related to engineering performance requirements. Ability to write reports, brief the outcome progress of technical assignments and present recommendations to Engineering Staff, Senior Management and/or Customer level. Extensive experience tailoring detailed reports illustrating the manpower burned in relation to budgeted manhours and schedule milestones, safety topics and required training, critical phases of pre-planning and quality control inspections, work performed in accordance to scopes of work, specifications, plans and applicable code compliances. Diverse experience working on large Heavy Industrial Civil and Structural projects overseeing cast in place concrete, tilt up construction and MEP installation. Worked on multiple construction sites in the United States, Guantanamo Bay Naval Base Cuba, Iraq, Afghanistan and Japan.

Key Skills

Heavy Industrial Construction

Infrastructure Improvement Projects

Construction/Renovation Projects

Multi-Task Projects/Subcontracts

Environmental Remediation Projects

Site Safety/OSHA Compliance

QA/QC/Field Engineering

Auditing Code Compliance

Budget/Procurement/Project Cost Consultant

Bidding/Estimating/Proposals

AIA Pay Applications

Subcontractor/Crew Supervision

Job Summary

PRIME PROJECTS INTERNATIONAL JAPAN, CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – 05/16 TO 10/16

Responsible managing a USACE FY15 MILCON Project for the construction alterations of an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar and SCIF Wing at the Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. Trained field staff with best methods adhering to the 3-Phase Inspection process for USACE contract requirements. Implemented improved communication efforts with local Japanese Subcontractors utilizing skilled translator support. Practiced better means of coordinating daily work activities with field staff and subcontractors by incorporating a daily permit system. Assured all parties complied to the preparatory phases of each activity, including approved material submittals, safety plans and inspection services. Engaged in full responsibility building the base line P6 schedule for submittal approval.

TENARIS/SWIFT, CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR – 10/15 TO 05/16

Supported the heavy civil construction of a large industrial building for manufacturing seamless steel piping at the Tenaris Bay City Pipe Mill, Texas. Assigned taking over managing contracts for structural erections, siding and roofing. Implemented improved methods controlling predecessor cost overages on Time and Material change orders. Developed and tailored daily reports to capture construction activities, subcontractor personnel tracking list, detailed cost reports for time and material data. Provided recommendations for communication gaps with bi-lingual workers that violated Zero-Tolerance Safety policies.

R&A CONSTRUCTORS, OWNER-CONSULTANT – 09/09 TO 09/15

Own and operate a small general construction company. Specialize in design-build and remodeling with residential and small commercial projects.

Provide volunteering construction services and consulting for local churches, food banks and families in need of improved living conditions.

TEXAMERICAS CENTER, VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION – 10/14 TO 08/15

Supported the operations of TexAmericas Center (TAC) located at the Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant in Hooks, Texas. The Charter of TAC is a special purpose district of the State of Texas, which promotes economic redevelopment of closed and surplus military property in Bowie County, TX.

Performed management for property development, buildings and grounds maintenance, municipal services, real/personal property, and complex safety and security. Provided accountability of TexAmericas Center personal property.

Managed adherence to all environmental regulations and permits related to Authority property, historic property oversight, municipal code oversight for design/construction restrictions and other pertinent code management for the complex

Provided Construction Management oversight for the implementation of all physical improvement to real property within the complex. Coordinated with all consultants on studies and plans for said improvements. Managed subcontractors and in-house construction crews for property demolitions and development improvements.

Formulated and recommended major infrastructure improvement projects, as well as management policies and procedures for the complex

Assisted in budget development, provided cost estimates to forecast sight planning, and property redevelopment for the TexAmericas Center

CH2M HILL, CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – LOGCAP IV AFGHANISTAN 01/11 TO 08/14

Supported the Draw Down assessments of military and civilian man-camps theatre wide for LOGCAMP IV billeting, force protection, latrines, showers, sewage systems, dining and laundry facilities. Provided estimating methods to capture all the necessary unit labor and material for tearing down existing camps and packing for shipment. During 2012, completed 12 Change Orders located at Kandahar Air Base ahead of schedule and below the contract budgets. The showcase project included demolition, construction renovation and commissioning of 3 permanent military billeting structures on schedule and under budget. The buildings included 2400 bed space, showers and latrines, power, water, sewage facilities and the infrastructure systems necessary to support these buildings. In 2011, managed subcontractors on the construction of Logcamps at various Forward Operating Base improvements for LOGCAP IV in the South region of Afghanistan. Participated on a self-performance contract to build a new Dining Facility at FOB Pasab. Successfully completed the project on the deadline turn-over date with full operation serving the first meal on time. For all construction sites assigned to, provided detailed daily reports illustrating the safety topics and training, critical phases of quality control, work performed in accordance to scopes of work and code compliances. In addition, compile redline drawings and scopes of work for completed As-Built contract documents.

ALTECH, INC., QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER – 09/10 TO 12/10

Consulted the General Contractor on a Design/Build USACE project located in Hooks, Texas at the Red River Army Depot. The project consisted of building a new Armed Forces Reserve Center. Managed and trained the onsite CQC manager loading inspection records in to the QCS program and improved means of conducting three phase meetings and inspections. Advised the PM with affective methods developing and processing submittal packages, design modifications and negotiating with subcontractors and client.

ENDICOTT CONSTRUCTORS CORP, QUALITY CONTROL CONSULTANT – 06/10 TO 08/10

Consulted the General Contractor on a USACE project located in Aberdeen, Maryland at the Proving Grounds Post. The project was approximately 30% completed upon my arrival to inspect. The Quality Control system did not comply with the contract requirements. Managed to correct QC system deficiencies and improved methods loading inspection records in to the QCS quality control data system.

VERSAR, INC, CONSTRUCTION AUDITOR – 12/08 TO 08/09

Conducted Quality Assurance Audits on various construction projects in Iraq. Organized pre-final/final inspections, reviewed complex construction activities, and trained Foreign National Quality Assurance Engineers. Provided detailed technical audit reports with code compliant recommendations and inspections of construction activities conducted by construction contractors for AFCEE.

KELLOG BROWN & ROOT SERVICES, PROJECT MANAGER – 09/05 TO 11/08

03/06 TO 11/08-Managed the procurement and construction of JOC projects for the United States Corps of Engineering, Little Rock District. Prepared bid documents utilizing WinEst estimating software with RSMeans Data Base for military vehicle restoration facilities, paint booth improvement upgrades and administrative building renovations at Red River Army Depot, Hooks, TX.

12/05 TO 02/06-Managed the Build Back construction of NAVFAC multi-million dollar Hurricane Wilma recovery emergency operations at the Key West Navy Air Station in Florida. Scheduled quality control 3-phase inspections with KBR and NAVFAC inspectors.

09/05 TO 12/05-Performed the Build Back Construction Management for NAVFAC multi-million dollar Hurricane Katrina recovery emergency operations at the Belle Chasse Navy Air Station in New Orleans, Louisiana. Interfaced with multiple levels of the client and NAVFAC quality assurance representatives. Managed in- house superintendents and QC inspectors.

JAMAIL CONSTRUCTION – 01/05 TO 08/05

PROJECT MANAGER

Managed the procurement and construction of JOC projects in the Houston area. Interfaced with multiple cliental at METRO, Harris County, HISD and the University of Houston. Prepared bid documents utilizing estimating software with RSMeans Data Base.

KELLOG BROWN & ROOT SERVICES – 03/02 TO 12/04

QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER

08/04 TO 12/04-Managed Quality Control for NAVFAC multi-million dollar Hurricane Ivan recovery emergency operations at the Pensacola Navy Air Station in Florida. Recorded daily quality activities on temporary and permanent roof repairs and interior renovations. Tracked RFI's and submittals on multiple building renovations.

03/02 TO 08/04-Managed the construction of Multi-Million NAVFAC design build prisons and military support facilities in support of the Global War on Terrorism located at the US Naval Base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Interfaced with multiple levels of the client and the US Federal government. Managed the Quality Control process. Member of Architectural, Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical design team for construction projects. Coordinated and facilitated design and construction plans between Architect, client, contracting officials, and trade crafts. Monitored schedule periods in relationship to production.

HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES – 08/01 TO 03/02

PROJECT MANAGER

Traveled and managed the construction of oil and gas well support plants in the Rocky Mountain region for Halliburton Energy Services. Designed technical plans and specifications, conducted pre-bid meetings, negotiated final pricing with subcontractors and managed financial budget. Performed various inspections to overlook major construction milestones from ground breaking to project turnover.

BROWN & ROOT SERVICES – 10/90 TO 08/01

PROJECT MANAGER & QC/SAFETY MANAGER

02/00 TO 08/01-Functioned as a Civil Inspector during the construction of new taxiways and tarmac at the Hobby Airport Terminal Improvement project in Houston, TX. Promoted to Project Manager during the renovation of existing terminals, construction of the new concrete foundations and erection of structural steel for the new terminal.

01/99 TO 02/00-Managed a $1 2MM Chemistry Lab renovation at Rice University for a Noble Prize Chemist, Dr James Tour. Managed multiple renovation projects at Rice University on a JOC contract.

04/97 TO 12/98- Managed subcontractor maintenance and repairs on critical NASA mission support equipment in Houston, TX. Trained subcontract personnel for safety/environmental in accordance with NASA and OSHA standards. Inspected maintenance progress on high level UPS equipment supporting back up power for Mission Control Center and Astronaut Training Facilities.

08/96 TO 03/97-Developed and implemented QC assurance and safety procedures for an Operations & Maintenance contract at the Falcon AFB, Colorado Springs, CO. Trained all Union craft personnel and supervisors with the contract Safety and Health Program. Promoted the quality and safety culture of all project activities based on policies, construction practices and methods. Operated under DOD Secret clearance requirements.

08/93 TO 08/96-Monitored the construction of multiple Corp of Engineer Design & Build projects at Buckley Air National Guard Station in Denver, CO. Recorded detailed progress and inspection reports of civil site work, pipeline installations for water, sewage and chilled water systems, electrical distribution systems from generator power plant to facilities, and welding inspections of structural steel buildings. Reviewed technical engineered specifications and designs, tracked material technical data submittals. Operated under DOD Secret clearance requirements.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/QC/SAFETY MANAGER – 10/90 TO 08/93

Managed construction of a multiple projects at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Developed and managed project schedules and cost control. Recorded detailed daily construction tasks, reviewed and tracked material submittal logs. Provided field-engineering support for structural and welding renovations on mission critical rocket launching towers. Inspected pipe installations of Nitrogen purging systems. Obtained a DOD Secret clearance.

RAYTHEON (UNITED ENGINEERS & CONSTRUCTORS) -10/88 TO 09/90

MATERIALS BUYER

09/89 TO 09/90-Purchased various building materials for construction projects at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.

10/88 TO 08/89-Purchased various spare parts from multiple vendors and suppliers within the United States region and procured from a Denver, Colorado office. Coordinated logistic deadlines from all suppliers for delivering goods to a weapon demolirization project located at Johnston Island, Hawaii.

Education & Certifications

Colorado State University Ft Collins, CO., 1983-1987 - Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management

Work at Heights/Fall Protection (Tenaris University), OSHA 24 HOUR HAZWOPER, OSHA 30 HOUR, ACI Concrete Field Testing Tech Grade 1, USACE Construction Quality Management (06/16), Asbestos and Lead Abatement Training, Respiratory Training, Supervisory OSHA Training, HAZCOM Training, Confined Space Entry Training, NASA Johnson Space Center Electrical Safety Seminar, Hazardous Waste Management Course, Department of Air Force Environmental Awareness Training, Department of the Air Force CPR Certification, Masonry Quality Assurance, U S Army Corps of Engineers Electrical Seminar, Software experience with RMS(USACE QC System), WinEst RSMEANS Estimating, Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Projects, MP2, AutoCAD 2002, Expedition, Primavera, SureTrak, Timberline.

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