Construction Quality Control Manager

RESUME OF CARLOS NARANJO

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San Antonio, TX 78260

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SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Bilingual Professional Engineer Construction Project Management Cost Estimates Bid Documents Reports Federal Quality Control AFCEC USACE NAVFAC USACE RMS/QCS OSHA 30 Hour EM385 Cranes & Rigging Fall Protection Confined Space Excavation Trenching Scaffolding.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Tepa, National Park Service Headquarters Bldg. Rehabilitation Corpus Christi. TX, $4M 12/2024 – 6/2025

Preconstruction QC Manager

Responsible for the Rehabilitation of the park headquarters building. Built as a barracks in World War II. The structure was closed in 2018 due to unhealthy conditions due to mold growth and moisture infiltration. This project seeks to correct the issues that led to the closure through complete replacement of the building envelope, interior construction and systems and reinforcement of the remaining structural framing and foundation piers. `

Responsible for the quality control of extensive demolition; roofing, siding and all interior ceilings, walls, finishes and systems to be removed, leaving only wood structural framing and sheathing. Complete replacement of the exterior envelope with more robust thermal, vapor and air control layers as well as new siding and roofing. Exterior doors and windows will be replaced with hurricane impact rated systems, complete replacement of mechanical, plumbing, electrical and fire protection systems.

Odin, American Canal Lower Reach Replacement, IBWC, El Paso, TX, $90M 2/2023 – 11/2024

Preconstruction QC Manager

The project consists of demolishing approximately 3,215 linear feet of the existing American Canal and installing approximately 2,518 linear feet of 24-foot span by 12- to 14-foot rise arch concrete culverts. Another 510 linear feet of 24-foot by 15-foot-deep concrete U-channel is being constructed to tie into the College Arroyo Over chute. Additional project features include construction of manholes and safety and accessibility features, such as ramps, safety ladders, safety cables, and handrails. Odin is also responsible for designing and constructing the secant pile wall and tiebacks to serve as an earth retention system and aid in controlling water. Project challenges such as limited access, unique geologic and groundwater conditions and short, seasonal periods during which construction is permitted (October to February) require careful planning and sequencing of the work.

Skanska, USDA Research Laboratory Modernization, Kerrville, TX, $49M 3/2022 – 11/2022

QC Manager

Responsible for the Quality Control construction of a modernization effort being employed that will demolish aging facilities, renovate some existing facilities, construct three new buildings and upgrade site utilities.

Responsible to verify that project construction complies in every respect with the requirements of the contract plans and specifications and have final authority of all phases of work, including that of any subcontractor during construction of the project, and assures that the specified standards of workmanship are always enforced during each phase of construction.

Responsible for coordinating the inspection, testing and documentation required by the Government’s RMS system.

Barlovento LLC, MEDCOM HDQ, Fort Sam Houston, TX. $14.3M 12/2021 – 3/2022

Quality Control Manager

As the QC Manager responsible for project quality control for Building 2792 renovations at Fort Sam Houston, TX in accordance with government provided design and technical and regulatory requirements. Schedule milestones include preconstruction submittals, mobilization for demobilization of plumbing, ceilings, HVAC ductwork, flooring, tree removal, and restrooms. Mobilization for renovation activities to include framing, conduits, sprinklers, windows, switchgear, mechanical, electrical, install generator & enclosure, relocate transformer, and install transformer pad. Supervised site preparation, asbestos abatement, transportation of equipment, excavation for stormwater piping installation and relocation of water lines.

SES Civil Contractors, San Antonio, TX 6/2017 - 10/2021

Senior Project/QC Manager

As a Senior Project Manager, negotiated contacts with vendors for seven AFCEC Task Orders to include design and repair of fuels facilities, while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services at:

Sky Harbor IAP, AZ – Repair Tanks, $185K

Hill AFB, UT, and Edwards AFB CA – Clean, Inspect and Repair STI Tanks, $185K

Ellington Field ANG, TX – Design & Repairs Fuels Facilities, $295K

Kelly Field Annex, TX – Upgrade Receipt Filters, $363K

Lackland AFB, TX – Design & Install Isolation Valves, $363K

Martinsburg ANG Base, WV – Design & Repair of Various Fuel Facilities, $180K

Marshall Army Airfield, KS – Repairs & Upgrade/Flight Line Fuel System, $1.2M

Managed government fueling facilities task orders that includes generating Health and Safety Plan, Quality Control Plans, Work Breakdown Structures, Cost Loaded Schedules, Submittal Registers, Monthly Status Reports (Included 3064/3065/SOV), Product Data Submittals and Closeout Reports. Projects included the design and repair of ATI and STI Tanks, hydrant systems, demolition and replacing fuel dispensers. QC Manager and estimator for Recurring Maintenance and Minor Repair (RMMR) SPD-N1 and SPD-N2 Service Orders for APTIM, Weston, and Tetra Tech.

EMR, Inc., Construct Medical Training Facility at JBSA, Lackland AFB, TX, $8M 7/2016 - 6/2017

Construction QC Manager

Directed contact with the subcontractors and oversaw all aspects of the project that was completed on time and under budget.

Ensured the quality of technical work products and the QC program that delivered a safe and successful project. I interacted with the Senior Project Manager and authorized direct changes in the project when deviations were found.

Responsible for monitoring fieldwork to ensure compliance with the QC Plan. Managed and coordinated three phases of control for features of work and conducted preparatory meetings and initial inspections. Maintained submittal register and submitted daily reports in RMS.

Provided QC of all concrete, asphalt, structural steel, and soil testing and implement and manage QC Program. Attended Preconstruction and Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meetings. Prepared daily QC reports, QC submittal review and approval, maintained submittal register and up-to-date set of as-builts onsite.

Performed punch-out and participated in pre-final and final acceptance inspections. Ensured all required keys, O&M manuals, warranty certificates and as-built drawings were correct, complete, and submitted to the Contracting Officer.

Nova Group Inc., Replace Hydrant Fuel System at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, $26M 6/2015 – 7/2016

Construction QC Manager

Managed construction QC to replace hydrant-fueling system and Fuels Lab Building at Holloman AFB, New Mexico. Ensured quality and project deliverables were met. Responsibilities included the generation and government approval of Work Plans, Environmental Management Plan, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, and QC Plan. Successfully implemented and managed QC Program at Holloman AFB, New Mexico.

Managed and coordinated three phases of control for all features of work and prepared daily QC reports.

Maintained submittal register and performed punch-out and participated in pre-final and final acceptance of the project.

Assured applicable tests, special inspections, and observations required by the contract were performed and approved.

Tepa LLC, Repair Aircraft Maintenance Hanger Bldg. 3757 NAS Kingsville, TX, $3.2M 8/2014 – 5/2015

Construction QC Manager

As construction QCM for structural repairs, ensured that quality and project deliverables were met and accepted by government inspectors.

Generated Work Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, Environmental Management Plan and QC Plan.

Submitted all preconstruction documents, erection plan, containment plan, scaffolding plan, structural steel repairs plan, abrasive blasting, and coating plan.

Maintained strict adherence to the Delivery Order, design, and specifications requirements that ended with a successful project that was on schedule and under budget. Ensured staff assigned to the project were qualified, experienced, trained, and accepted for the quality and responsive services rendered to the client.

Ensured QC of abrasive blasting, coatings (primer, intermediate and topcoat), scaffold and containment installation.

NAD Bank, EPA Wastewater Treatment Consulting Services, US/Mexico Border 11/2013 – 8/2014

Wastewater Treatment Consultant

Design and construction management for water, wastewater, and wastewater treatment plant projects through EPA grant programs.

WWTP projects included rehabilitating the existing WWTPs by converting the process from a lagoon system to an oxidation ditch system with effluent capable of meeting Class A+ Reclaimed Water Standards. As a sustainable development effort, the WWTP included high efficiency equipment in headworks, secondary treatment, disinfection and wastewater pumps as well as solar power, which was defined during the final design development. Verified costs estimates and regulatory compliance (NPDES, SWPPP) as well as administration and financial tracking of projects.

Water projects included the installation of piping and portable water treatment trailers as temporary solutions to potable water requirements until additional EPA and USDA funding was available for permanent treatment.

Cape, Aircraft Fueling System Bogota, Columbia International Airport, $2.5 M Bogota, Columbia 4/2012 – 7/2013

Senior Engineer

Responsible for the new airport hydrant system civil construction.

Responsibilities included excavations for fuel hydrant systems, material ordering and scheduling, proposals and costs, meeting and document interpretation, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and subcontractor field supervision/ management.

AFCEC/NAVFAC/USACE, Various Project – Generated technical narratives for PA/SI, RI, Site Closures and OES for Performance Base Remediation (PBR) proposals for Vandenberg and Travis AFBs. Generated Work Plans, Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans, Field Sampling Plans, and Project Management Plans. Projects include landfill capping and PCB excavations.

J2 Engineering, San Antonio, TX, AFCESA 4/2010 to 4/2012

Repair/Construct, Munitions Training Addition, Building 1235, Holloman AFB, NM, $837K (FFP).

Construction Manager for Design/Build Task Order for Tenant area improvements including lead and asbestos abatement, electrical system upgrades, interior building demolition and rebuilding into office spaces, dismantling and removal of existing infrared heating systems, installation of new HVAC systems, preparation and repair of the existing roof, and improvement of interior wall finishes, demo and replace all exterior/interior lighting, and construct new addition for classroom corridor, break room and kitchenette.

Repair VQ for Pipeline Students Building 330 & 337, Holloman AFB, NM, $5.9M (FFP).

Construction Manager for Construction of new VQ suites with private bath and kitchenette (reconfigured from existing single dorm rooms + shared bathroom); Remodel Stairs, Balconies, Hallways, Lounges, Public restrooms, Storage Areas; Utilities and Laundry Facilities. Install new exterior and interior building directional signage; Install electronic lock system compliant with Base Lodging system. Repair HVAC system; Replace wastewater service line; install new fire suppression and addressable fire alarm system to new spaces compatible with Base system; Install new mass notification system, compatible with Base system; Repair existing roof.

Construct Addition Munitions Control Center Building, Building 1219, Holloman AFB, NM, $555K

Construction Manager for Design/Build addition to Bldg. 1219 for efficient and properly configured space. Provided the design and construction of the new 1,500 square feet Ammunitions Control Center addition to existing Building. The new building included a Munitions Control Room, Entry Vestibule, Janitors Closet, and NCOIC Office for two people, Break Room, Unisex Shower Room, Unisex Restroom and Electrical Room. The new addition matched existing construction that consisted of split face concrete masonry unit (CMU) to match existing exterior walls and new roof with parapet walls to match existing scuppers and downspouts. All supporting utilities were included in the design and construction. Finishes matched those used in the existing building.

HDR/e2m, Project Manager, Kuwait City, Camp Arifjan, Architect/Engineer Services Contract $12M 1/2008 – 3/2010

Senior Construction Manager

Managed Title I and Title II Services for general facility electrical systems inspections for safety and adherence to the National Electric Code standards at various U.S. DoD locations in Kuwait.

Tested and measured energized facility systems as required by applicable standards. Ensured that electrical system followed applicable standards. Documented and recommended corrective actions including photographing non-compliances. Coordinator/Senior Project Manager that ensured effective operations management of the contract while providing design and construction oversight in support of the Area Support Group-Kuwait, including design of 12 joint use facilities valued at more than $45M.

Maintained on-site quality, performance, and environmental compliance. Managed subcontractors and conducted client coordination and design reviews. Delivered complete designs for 12 ASG/DPW and Kuwait Ministry of Defense Projects (KMOD) at various locations in Kuwait.

Coordinated with a local Kuwaiti-owned architect and engineering firm. Played an instrumental role in forming a master service agreement with a Kuwaiti program management firm to expand relationships with local engineering and consulting service companies.

Project Manager for Preventive and Demand Maintenance for the chiller systems, air handlers, and exterior environmental conditioners in buildings 219 and 229 as well as the A/C units associated with the two (2) connected radomes. Preventive maintenance of the Caterpillar Diesel Generator Sets, as well as conducting all inspections per the Caterpillar maintenance guidelines (SEBU7509-05).

TolTest, Inc., AFCEE Fuels O/M Contract Naval Station (NS) Rota, Spain, $3.2M 4/2006 – 1/2008

Senior Project Manager

Project Manager for repair work that included the removal of shell corrosion, vacuum box testing, repair of nozzles and gravity lines, installation of slotted sample tubes, installation of tank ladder falls arrest device.

Installed safety detonation devices (SDD) and pressure vacuum (PV) valves on tank vent lines, and repairs to tank shell stiffener drainage holes. Additional activities include tank bottom repairs, tank shell repairs, sump pit repairs, spot coating, and interior coatings on the tank floor, shell, and roof.

The tasks required to effectively pre-plan the project to ensure a comprehensive and responsive approach to completing the project in accordance with the approved design and specifications.

Performed the project in a professional manner, in accordance with the design and specifications, to meet the expectations of the user; Performed the project with no lost-time incidents and zero accidents.

Provided with the quality testing and monitoring necessary to complete the project in accordance with project specifications and applicable guidelines. Provided the necessary administrative and management controls to ensure the project was executed according to the project plans, specifications, and all applicable regulations; Performed the project within the proposed schedule and under budget, with administrative controls providing accurate documentation and project reporting.

ITSI, New Mexico/Basrah, Iraq AFCEE, Repair & Renovate of Fire Stations, Iraq, $21M 11/2002 - 8/2006

Senior Project Manager

Senior Project/Construction Manager for repair and renovation of fifty-seven fire stations throughout Iraq.

The Scope of Work (SOW) of this design-built contract covered all work associated with complete design-built services and procurement for Security and Justice Sector projects.

The Fire Station renovations and new construction sites are located throughout the country.

Site Assessments have been ongoing and construction interfaces, turnover and testing were performed as soon as possible due to the immediate need for the facilities. Work included study, inspection, design, demolition, remediation, renovation, rehabilitation, construction, warranty service, operation and maintenance and training associated with existing and proposed projects.

The goal of the SOW was to assist in the restoration of the Iraqi infrastructure through the delivery of projects that provided the maximum benefit to Iraqi’s citizens Construction/Project Manager for task order to repair the wastewater treatment plant’s aerobic digester as well as two HVAC tasks at the refueling maintenance shop.

I managed a $570,000 task order to repair the wastewater treatment plant aerobic digester. Prior to shut down, all preparatory and preliminary activities were conducted to ensure minimum downtime. Shutdown work included sludge removal; air-line capping; sidewalk demolition; installation and testing new airline; and installation of new blowers and diffusers.

EDUCATION -

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Mining Engineering, University of Arizona, AZ

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Utah

OSHA – 30/40/132 Certification

USACE QCM Certification 5/1/2025

Biohazard Training

Fall Protection – 24hour Certification

Excavation/Trenching Certification

Personal Protective Equipment Certification

Hazard Communication Certification

Respiratory Protection Certification

Emergency Response Certification

Confined Space Certification

Electrical Safety Awareness Certification

Heat Stress Certification

Confined Space Entry - 8 Hour Certification

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