Ronald Kevin Santelik

**** ****** **** *****, ** 60417 add0k7@r.postjobfree.com 708-***-****

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-santelik

~ Senior Operations & Program Management Expert ~

A results-oriented and dynamic Senior Operations and Program Manager with vast experience managing small and large scale projects to ~$45MM. Solid knowledge of Project Management practices and all facets of Business Management, including corporate and project cost analysis and resource allocation. Trusted communicator and presenter, AFE / CAPEX preparation and justification. Possesses an innate ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects with competing deadlines. Proven expertise in:

Project Planning & Management

Staff Development & Mentoring

Vendor/Client Relations

Incident Investigations

Storage Tank Inspections & Repairs

Operations Management

Financial Management

Estimating

Cross-Functional Team Leading

Risk Assessments

Certifications & Licenses

Certified API 653 Tank Inspector #35047, American Petroleum Institute

National Career Readiness Certificate, Gold, #TM72QJ52GBHZ, 4/28/2017

Certified OSHA 30 hour

Professional Experience

Texas International Terminals – Galveston, TX

Engineering Manager / Sr. Project Manager, April 2020 to Present

Brought in to correct an over-budget, out of schedule, $320MM EPC terminal expansion project.

Primary goal includes forming and growing a new Liquid Ops, Engineering group charged with executing $1MMM in long term growth opportunities.

Howard Energy Partners – San Antonio, TX

Senior Project Manager, June 2017 to March 2020

Senior Project Manager with full responsibility for the greenfield construction of a new, 500,000-barrel refined products terminal in the Port of Corpus Christi, TX. including Engineering oversight, permitting, contracts and procurement, utilities, tanks, rail loading and marine facilities.

Key Contributions:

Using collaborative management with Contractors to facilitate construction, Corpus terminal operations began 5 months after the start of soils improvement. Full operational capacity loading both diesel and gasoline was realized a month later

Evaluated and performed corrective actions for a new, over-budget, behind schedule, $250 MM gasoline blending terminal in Port Arthur, TX, allowing for seamless startup of operations

Westway Terminals – Riverdale, IL

Project Manager & Construction Manager, 2013 to 2016

Led execution of terminal expansion projects throughout the US, coordinating project budgets and overseeing cross-functional teams. Responsible for complete industrial project lifecycle ownership from conceptual drawings, estimating, scope development, contracting, procurement, project management, project reporting, cost control, stakeholder acceptance and project closure.

Key Contributions:

Performed cost estimates on hundreds of customer generated facility improvement requests, including new build or improvements to tanks, piping, heating and insulation systems, electrical, control systems, civil/concrete work and structural equipment

Managed projects with aggregate total value of nearly $75,000,000 from 2008 - 2016

Widely known as a “Closer” for taking over failing projects and completing them seamlessly

Assigned as 5th and final project manager for 2 high profile over-budgeted and unfocused terminal development projects, achieving project success after revising the construction plans and budget

Authored API 650, Annex R, references for constructing tanks to store non-petroleum liquids

Petrogas Terminals, LLC – Griffith, IN

Terminal Manager, 2012 to 2013

Recruited by new ownership to manage new redevelopment projects.

Key Contributions:

Led the update and expansion the aging LPG cavern storage and distribution facility

Identified and corrected numerous opportunities to improve facility uptime and reliability

Developed and facilitated staff training on troubleshooting and control systems

Westway Terminals – Riverdale, IL

Project Manager, 2008 to 2012

Collaborated with customers and staff to estimate, design, and construct numerous, value-added infrastructure projects for terminal facilities throughout the US and Canada. Executed cause and effect incident investigations for fire, accidents, and product releases. Liaison between Senior Management, Engineering, Operations and HSE departments.

Key Contributions:

Key team member of the Cincinnati Team presented with BP’s 2011 Safety and Operational Excellence award for the design and installation of a new Glacial Acetic Acid transload rack

Above storage tank subject matter expert tasked with reviewing companywide AST inspection reports and writing specifications for mechanical and coating repairs

Developed inspection procedures, resulting in the most effective use of capital for repairs

Appointed a team member of the American Petroleum Institute (API) Subcommittee on Aboveground Storage Tanks (SCAST) Standards

Ribost Terminal, Long Beach, CA

Terminal Operations Manager, 2005 to 2008

Recruited by World Oil Corporation to rehabilitate an aging Bunker Fuel and Crude oil pipeline & marine storage terminal to comply with BP standards in order to engage in a long-term storage agreement.

Key Contributions:

Engineered annual revenue growth from $115M to $275M in a 3-year period, a 240% increase

Streamlined and improved operations, reducing energy costs by 50%, reducing annual plant operating expenses by nearly $75,000 over the same 3-year period

Directed a comprehensive rebuild of a 500 MBBL, Bunker and Crude oil terminal facility (extensive tank rehabilitation, intra-terminal and PHMSA pipelines, new truck rack, pumps, electrical and control systems)

Developed regulatory compliance programs, policies and procedures for DOT CFR 195, HSE, Spill Response, SPCC, Comprehensive Business Plan, O&M Manual, SWPPP

Trained and mentored staff with virtually no previous terminal operations background to meet OQ requirements

Reversed dismal facility environmental performance to 100% regulatory compliance

Porter Health System, Valparaiso, IN

Senior Network Engineer, 2003 - 2005

Systems Engineer responsible for:

System wide PC desktop architecture

Managed Document Imaging and Payroll systems

RAS Computer Consultants, Merrillville, IN

Owner, 2001 - 2003

Consultant with long term engagement to Porter Health

Managed Help Desk with 5 direct reports, and supported 1,500+ system users operating in a Windows 2000/XP environment at 8 locations

Led installation and update of 1200+ client PCs at 8 locations

CITGO Petroleum Corporation, East Chicago, IN

Assistant Terminal Manager, 1991 to 2001

Enjoyed progressive responsibilities based upon achievement at a 4MM barrel refined petroleum storage and transportation facility handling 24MM+ product barrels annually in a 24/7 environment. Served on Corporate Coatings and Above Ground Storage Tank Inspection committees. Responsible for a multitude of operational functions, including:

Operating budget of $1.5MM

Annual capital budget to $5MM

Cost estimates, AFE preparation

Capital construction management

5-year and 10-year capital planning

Employee supervision, development, semi-annual performance reviews

Regulatory compliance management

Pipeline, storage tank inspections, electrical, and control upgrades

Managed 7 direct reports and up to 60 contract personnel indirectly

Career Note: Also worked as a Maintenance Coordinator, and Terminal Coordinator for CITGO.

Professional Development

Co-Chair and presenter of several topics at the annual API “Tank, Pipe & Valve Conference”

AMA Coaching & Teambuilding Skills for Managers and Supervisors

AMA Assertiveness Training for Managers

Bob Moomey Communications, Crisis Communication

Various Management, Technical and IT-Related Training Classes

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