Project Controls Engineer

MARK R. MANNING

SUMMARY: Sr. Project/Process Improvement Engineer/Manager bringing 18+ years of dynamic experience in the effectual design, development, implementation, administration and maintenance of systems, Best Practices and tools for process control, performance measurement and continuous improvement. Strong communication and team-building skills in support of the application of Project Management best practices to support project teams in the delivery of projects on-time, on-budget, and on-scope.

EXPERIENCE

Project Management Methodology and Control 10+ years

Sr. Project Controls Engineer, DeNuke Services/EnergySolutions Projects, DOE’s Uranium Enrichment Facility, Paducah KY, 2008 – 2010

Brought in by EnergySolutions, a first-tier subcontractor to Paducah Remediation Services (DOE prime contractor), to develop a detailed project plan for their portion of the site remediation work. Plan was required to be in support of the DOE prime contractor’s overall project plan, milestones, and cost allocation, in support of projects involving the dismantlement, remediation and removal of contaminated structures, equipment, and materials. Evaluated PRS’s overall general plan to determine all contractually-estabished milestones, budgets, and schedules, then established detailed working-level plan for EnergySolutions to ensure sufficient scope definition, allow resource-loading, and implement EVMS requirements. Required ability to roll-up cost and schedule performance indices (CPI/SPI) into the overall general schedule of the prime contractor, whlie providing the ability to accurately reflect project cost, schedule, and scope performance of EnergySolutions’ portion of the work, which was integrated throughout the prime’s scope of work. Maintain resource-loaded schedule in compliance with EVMS.

Project Controls Manager, Alliant-Energy Smartburn projects, Madison WI, 2008

Built Project Controls competency using Primavera P5 enterprise framework to integrate multiple Smartburn projects into a single portfolio. Worked with individual project teams to train and develop them to use a consistent approach and allow Alliant Energy to accurately assess performance measurement across multiple emission reduction projects at their fossil power plants. Developed WBS, Resource Integration and Baselining techniques to be used across all projects.

Master Scheduler, EPC Fossil Scrubber Project, Babcock and Wilcox, Barberton, OH, 2006

Established project plan for design engineering, procurement, and commissioning (EPC) of $200M+ scrubber at a fossil fuel power plant, using Primavera P5 and P6. Also supported associated transmission and substation projects.

Wisconsin Public Service – Project Controls Group Leader - 2005-2006

Led the development of the Project Controls function to effectively employ best practices, delivering Projects on time, on budget and on scope; recruited and coordinated department resources and assignments.

Eaton-Powerware - Project Master Scheduler - 2003-2004

Designed and implemented an Enterprise Project Process and Schedule System for the $80M/year Federal Services Division providing turnkey power solutions to Defense, Federal and State agencies.

- Created and maintained integrated Project plans for 13 Project Managers, averaging 65 concurrent Projects.

- Produced poignant, data-driven reports for top management, prioritizing Projects and resource leveling.

- Established process flow, standard practices and procedures; provided mentoring and systems support.

Chem-Nuclear Systems, Inc. – Direct Employee 1985-1993

Succeeded in various Technical and Supervisory roles in the highly regulated Nuclear Industry, performing turnkey site remedial and facilities dismantlement Projects (DoD, DOE, EPA and commercial); promoted to assistant Project Manager followed by appointment to Project Controls Specialist on large-scale Projects.

- Reclaimed a troubled $85 million government funded strategic Facility Development Project, restoring customer confidence by revitalizing the Project Control/Earned Value Management System (Open Plan & P3).

- As Site Superintendent, managed all on-site operations and administration, customer relations, Regulatory requirements (NRC, DOT), problem resolution, Progress Reporting and Change Order management.

Process Improvement, Lean Enterprise Solutions 5 years

Caterpillar, Building Construction Products Division – Project Management Administrator - 1999-2002

• Employed Project Management principles to leverage/control the New Product Introduction process.

• Assimilated Project Teams, working together to develop comprehensive Project Models/Plans via Work Breakdown Structure and Critical Path Method for scheduling; evaluated Resource Loading & Leveling.

• Coordinated design/development programs to incorporate cross-product systems and components.

North Carolina State University – Student; Consultant 1993-1998

• As a full-time adult student, earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering w/minor in Business; hired on to assist with a University sponsored Lean Manufacturing program for small businesses.

- Evaluated manufacturing processes, facility layout and production routing to develop models and implementation plans for automation, line balancing and other process improvement strategies.

- Co-led Lean Manufacturing course and hands-on workshop, both operations and management classes.

Resource Management and Budgeting 3 years

Cost Engineer, Triangle Transit Authority Regional Rail Project, Raleigh NC, 2005

Developed and established baseline budget and cost control plan for design and construction of $700M regional rail project. Design work was performed by Parsons-Brinkerhoff. Served as Owner’s Representative during design, providing audit and evaluaton of the Parsons-Brinkerhoff project progress and performance reporting. Evaluated all schedule and cost reporting submittals and made recommendations to the Owner.

GlaxoSmithKline/Bayer Biological Products – Project Control Engineer/Consultant - 1998-1999

• Instituted a plant-wide Resource Assessment and Management tool for Central Engineering to effectively evaluate, prioritize and coordinate multi-million dollar Facilities Projects and optimize resource utilization.

• Revamped the fiscal Project Planning process utilizing Baseline Budgeting techniques, assembling detailed estimates from Project Teams and working to establish benchmarks for annual budgeting.

EDUCATION, MILITARY SERVICE

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering – NC State University, Raleigh, NC

US NAVY, 6 years; Certified Nuclear Power Plant Operator aboard a Fast-Attack Submarine

AFFILIATIONS, OTHER ACTIVITIES

Active Member, Institute of Industrial Engineers & Project Management Institute

Enjoy home repair, design, remodeling, maintenance and other such “handyman” activities; outdoor recreation and sports/fitness enthusiast; quality time with family and friends; travel and adventure!

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