Executive Director, Sr. Programs / Project Mgr. Professional Engineer

Dear Quadrant Hiring Manager,

I have over ** years of experience managing dynamic engineering and construction programs. I possess the expertise to effectively serve as your Senior Program Manager (SPM) for the “DoD PPB&E” vacancy at Offutt Air Force Base (OAFB) in Omaha, NE. I am a seasoned Department of Defense (DOD) Engineering Programs and Project Manager, a Professional Mechanical Engineer, and a former Deputy District Commander of the Omaha District Army Corps of Engineers (CENWO). My military and civilian careers are characterized by my ability to lead and develop technical professionals across various engineering industries.

In my career, I have managed large infrastructure projects from design through completion. As Chief of the Designs Branch and Deputy Director at HQ-USSTRATCOM C3-IT Data Facility (2010-15), I oversaw the design and construction of the $1.2-billion MEGA project and managed the $32 million installation of FF&E, AV systems, and IDS. As the former Deputy CDR of CENWO’s MILCON Programs, Planning, and Project Management Division, I managed over two Professional Engineers (PE) and Registered Architects (RA) overseeing the designs, engineering, funding, construction, and FF&E programs for HQ-NORTHCOM, HQ-SPACECOM, USAF Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, as well as other significant DOD strategic projects throughout CENWO's 10-states geographical area. I prioritized effective stakeholder communication and have experience leading project kick-off meetings. I am committed to honesty, integrity, and mentoring others. The following is a summary of my professional experiences:

1.** Senior Construction Project Manager, Cherokee Nation Businesses: Oversaw financial aspects and stakeholder communication for infrastructure construction projects in New Mexico, TX, NE, and SD.

2.** Engineer Program Manager, BB&E Engineer Consulting Professionals: Managed $635 Million in natural disaster and flood recovery operations for the 55th Fighter Wing PMO at Offutt AFB, NE.

3.** Director of Economic Inclusion, Omaha Public School District: Directed $435 Million worth of infrastructure renovations and fire-life-safety upgrade projects at 105 existing school campuses while serving as the engineer liaison manager overseeing the design and construction for (5) new campuses.

4.** Deputy Director of Military Construction and Security, U.S. Strategic Command: Led the design and construction of a 900,000 sq-ft., $1.2 Billion, DoD Command, Control & Cyber-Security data facility.

5.** Dean of Academic Affairs and Math Professor, ITT Technical Institute: Managed a faculty of 49 Instructors teaching STEM academic programs and taught Mathematics for Problem-Solving courses.

6.** District Business Development Manager, Peter Kiewit Construction Company: Secured $4 Billion in tunnel construction projects across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for a Fortune 100-rated corporation.

7.** Area Transportation Supervisor, Union Pacific Railroad**: Managed 52 railroad transportation operators to safely transport millions of tons of bulk cargo across the United States railway system.

8.** Army Battalion Operations Officer, Creighton University**: Developed future military and civilian leaders enrolled in the Army and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps programs.

9.** Deputy District Commander, Omaha District, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE): Directed hundred-million-dollar planning, design, engineering, and construction operations across a ten-state area.

10.** Active-Duty Engineer Officer, USACE: Led service members and military operations globally, including deployments to the Middle East, South and Central America, Europe, and the Balkans. In this role, I honed my strategic planning skills as a strategic engineer planning liaison and operations officer.

Executive-Masters in Business Administration (EMBA), University of Nebraska-Omaha

Master of Arts in Public Administration (MPA), Webster University of Missouri

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology (BSCET), Lincoln University of Missouri

Army Command & General Staff College (C&GSC), Fort Leavenworth, Kansas

Army Engineer Officers Basic & Advanced Courses, Fort Belvoir, Virginia

I am eager to discuss how my experience can contribute to your team.

PROFILE SUMMARY: A seasoned former Army Corps of Engineers officer is seeking to serve as the Senior Program Manager (SPM) for Quadrant Corporation’s “DoD PPB&E” vacancy at Offutt Air Force Base (OAFB) in Omaha, Nebraska (NE). I excel in optimizing resources, enhancing organizational performance, leading program planning, and ensuring timely project deliveries within budget. I have managed teams of professionals from diverse international cultures and technical industries across multiple countries, including engineering, construction, education, transportation, and planning operations in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, the Balkan, and South America.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Achieving organizational objectives and fostering positive relationships among diverse stakeholders, strategic resources, and business partners.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in uncertain and complex situations, adept at adjusting approaches as circumstances change, thereby reassuring stakeholders.

Commitment to integrity in all professional dealings - representing clients and stakeholders, analyzing information, and delivering successful solutions, thus instilling confidence in my trustworthiness.

Proficiency in acquiring essential resources for long-term success aligned with strategic initiatives, excelling in achieving wins and providing assurance of my resourcefulness.

My expertise in leadership development and problem-solving has consistently enhanced organizational performance. This would give the hiring manager confidence in my ability to lead the team effectively.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Budgeting and Change Management Control

Conflict Resolution and Contracting Strategies

Contract Negotiations with USACE and AFCEE

Customer Relations and Stakeholder Management

Document Control, Data Management, and Risk Mitigation

Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)

Funding Procurement

Implementation of Best Practices

Leadership and Training Development

Management of Multiple Programs and Projects

Operational Readiness and Transition

Problem-solving and Decision-Making

Program and Project Management

Project Closeout and Continuous Improvement

Quality Assurance and Control Management

Requirements Analysis

Supply and Transportation Planning

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Cherokee Nation Businesses - Environmental Solutions, LLC 05/24 – 11/24

A.Key responsibilities included reviewing documents for constructability, leading project kick-off meetings, managing construction schedules, and facilitating stakeholder communication.

B.Oversaw financial aspects, cost estimation, and profit management for NN, TX, and SD projects.

C.Delivered projects on budget and ahead of schedule, resulting in client satisfaction.

D.Managed project life cycles through design, bid preparation, and conducted on-site visits.

E.Monitored progress by implementing best practices, supervising staff and subcontractors, thus ensuring compliance with project requirements through collaborations with site superintendents, approving change notices, and providing clients with timely reports throughout the D-B process.

F.Monitored progress by applying best practices, overseeing staff and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with project requirements through coordination with site superintendents, approving change notices, and providing clients timely progress reports throughout the Design-Build process.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT 06/19 – 05/24

C3 Kozy-1 Consulting, LLC

A.Provided consultation on Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Program & Project Management services to various clients, including the University of Nebraska, Stanley Engineer Consultants, BB&E Consulting Engineers, and the City of Lansing, MI’s Board of Water & Energy Program Management Office.

B.Services encompassed developing STEM educational and employment opportunities for small and emerging businesses, offering advice to elected officials, business owners, and community leaders on diversity and inclusion statistics, and coordinating stakeholder strategies that enhanced Omaha and surrounding communities as appealing destinations for agencies, residents, and business owners.

1)ENGINEER CONSULTANT

Stanley Engineer Consultants Lansing, MI – Board of Water & Energy PMO

a)I was a member of a consultancy team that analyzed and assessed the Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) Capital Works program. We developed a proposal for BWL’s organizational improvements and outlined multi-year mobilization and implementation plans.

b)I performed gap analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of BWL's current capital delivery objectives, resources, processes, and tools. I recommended that the BWL principal and staff focus on implementing the design, construction, and closeout phases.

c)I developed recommendations for redesigning the PMO’s operational resources, roles, duties, and responsibilities to efficiently deliver BWL's revised capital work programs.

d)Developed scalable resources, processes, and technological strategies to meet BWL's 5-year capital program requirements and presented updated merger and implementation plans for integrating the new PMO approach.

2)SENIOR CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM MANAGER

BB&E Engineer Consultants & Professionals USAF 55th Wing PMO, Offutt AFB, NE

a)As the engineer liaison manager for the 55th Program Management Office, I oversaw the development of strategic and operational plans, funding acquisition processes, and real estate.

b)Led a PMO team in establishing strategic goals for natural disasters and flood recovery operations, monitored a $635 Million budget, and oversaw the development of multi-year infrastructure investment strategies. My engineering, procurement, and construction consultancy efforts helped recover the Offutt AFB infrastructure destroyed by 720,000 gallons of flood water from the Missouri River.

c)I guided the development and implementation of engineered solutions to prevent future installation-level destruction from natural disasters. Additionally, identified fiscal and risk mitigation methods, gathered tangible construction resources, and provided technical knowledge, enabling stakeholders to achieve strategic goals on time and within budget.

3)DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Heartland Workforce Solutions Omaha, NE

a)Facilitated career development, credentials attainment, and job placement for low-income individuals and families in the greater Omaha area.

b)Built employer partnerships that identified and filled workforce needs by increasing job seekers' employment opportunities.

c)Led the development and implementation of innovative workforce programs that improved the economic well-being of individuals and families throughout Omaha and neighboring communities.

DIRECTOR, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & BOND CONSTRUCTION 09/15 – 08/20

Omaha Public Schools (OPS) District (Omaha, NE)

A.Briefed superintendents, board members, and constituents on the district's impressive $423 Million municipal bond construction and economic development and inclusion programs. My actions increased business 17-fold by cultivating relationships with key internal and external backers.

B.I managed 105 construction infrastructure upgrade projects within contractual deadlines by maximizing productivity and minimizing costs.

C.Exceeded strategic goals by seamlessly managing architectural, engineering, and general contractor operations, explicitly the designs and construction of (5) newly built district school campuses. My efforts included directing Technology, Fire, Life, and Safety upgrades at 105 existing geographically dispersed campuses within contractually agreed-upon budgetary and time limits.

D.Developed A-C-E mentoring programs for a school district with over 4,000 staff members and 55,000 students educated on more than 100 campuses. These highly effective programs resulted in a 12% contract award commitment, which amounted to approximately $42 Million in business contracts.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR of CONSTRUCTION & CHIEF of DESIGNS 11/10 – 09/15

Headquarters, U.S. Strategic Command C3 & IT Data Facility (Offutt AFB, NE)

A.Briefed military and civilian DOD leadership and led the integration of infrastructure program operational activities from the conceptual design through 75% construction completion of a 915,000-SF, $1.2 Billion, “Command, Control, and Communications (C3), and Information/Intelligence Technology (IT) Data Facility”.

B.Managed hundreds of assigned A/E/C and C3/I2T technicians, operators, security personnel, and other professionals assigned to augmented process action teams; also maintained exceptional control and management of the $32 Million Furnishing, Fixtures, and Special Equipment (FF&E) fit-out programs integrated into the 4,000-plus occupancy DOD HQ-USSTRATCOM C3/IT facility.

C.Chief of a specialized entity that designed a technologically enhanced C3/IT-F of national defense interest, which operates as a 24/7/365-day National Strategic Deterrence System forecasted for a 50-year existence.

DEAN of ACADEMIC AFFAIRS 08/08 – 09/10

ITT Technical Institute (Omaha, NE)

A.Exceeded corporate objectives for an accredited community college by teaching over 500 adult learners Mathematical Strategies for Problem-Solving: avg. > 85% academic success and retention.

B.Provided 49 adjunct professors’ leadership by directing the development of course curriculums, orchestrating teaching instructions, and assessing the implementation of Electronics & Information Technologies, Drafting /Design, Criminal Justice, and Nursing academic policies and program plans.

C.Developed strategic plans for academic program growth and expansion; engaged in long-range planning activities, budgeting, resource allocations, personnel management, and program reviews and evaluations.

DISTRICT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 06/07 – 06/08

Kiewit Construction Company and Institute (PKI) (Nationally)

A.Authored tunneling and underground construction programs and processes for renowned $50 Billion PKI; enhanced competitiveness by creating and tracking $4 Billion in high-priority stakeholders and project databases, resulting in capital investments spanning 23 states (avg. MV of $350 Million ea.).

B.Exceeded corporate targets for profitable sales volume and strategic objectives by building and maintaining robust relationships and providing exceptional customer service to national stakeholders — singularly managed diverse client relationships throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

C.Negotiated contract proposals and facilitated planning sessions for ongoing and future tunneling and infrastructure projects, supplier qualifications, and emerging industry products and design trends.

D.Created corporate-level marketing plans and campaigns promoting the PKI Tunneling Division’s emerging technologies, means, and methods for constructing pedestrian transportation operations.

TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS MANAGER 05/05 – 05/07

Union Pacific Railroad Corporation (NE, IA, MO, KS)

A.Directed daily railroad operations across Midwest states for diverse cargo, overseeing 52 engineers and conductors. Prepared monthly budget forecasts covering fuel, labor, lodging, and delivery costs.

B.Reviewed orders, production schedules, and blueprints to determine work sequences, shipping dates, types, volumes, and destinations.

C.Enhanced service unit productivity for 12 months by supervising railway drivers’ performance and ensuring compliance with regulations, resulting in no incidents or injuries.

D.Managed railway dispatchers' daily tasks, monitored progress, provided feedback, resolved conflicts, and ensured compliance with laws and company policies.

E.Effectively managed relationships with third-party vendors and transport suppliers while overseeing railway dispatchers' activities to ensure smooth operations and regulatory compliance.

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

1)University of Nebraska-Omaha (Executive-Master’s in Business Administration (EMBA)

2)Webster University of Missouri (Master of Arts - Public Administration (MPA)

3)Lincoln University of Missouri (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology (BSCET)

4)Army Command & General Staff College (C&GSC)

5)Army Engineer Officers Basic & Advanced Courses (EOBC & EOAC)

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