Project Manager Engineer

Curriculum Vitae

DOUGLAS SEAMAN, P.E.

Senior Construction Manager, Project Manager, Contract Manager, Quality Control Manager

Communication Information Address 744 Oglethorpe Avenue, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

Contact Cell : 904-***-**** E-mail: *******@*********.***

Gender : Male Driving License :USA, Florida

Nationality : USA Birthday/ Place :24.07.1949 / California

Military Service : Navy 1970-1978 Travelling Obstacle : None

Clearance : current Secret Marital Status : Married

Passport expires : 2019

Overseas Experience; Yes, thirteen months at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan (June 2009- July 2010) and Camp Hero, ANA, Afghanistan (November 2010 - June 2011)

Education

1980-1982 Georgia Southern College, Statesboro, Georgia,

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology (ABET accredited)

Course emphasis in surveying, road geometric design, and environmental engineering.

College expenses were paid by working weekends with surveying firms and the GI Bill.

Degree was based on 96 quarter hours with courses as follows: Environmental Pollution,

Construction Materials, Water-Wastewater Treatment, Water Supply Systems,

Highway Design and Surveying. GPA 2.96 based on 4.0

1968-1970 Brunswick Junior College, Brunswick, Georgia

Associate of Science in Biology, Degree was based on 96 quarter hours with

GPA 2.25 based on 4.0.

Objective

To work for a company that delivers cutting edge, innovative civil site construction management for design/build USACE projects meeting and exceeding the expectations of clients. I am seeking a position as Project Manager, Program Manager, Resident Engineer for a construction company or a consultant contract for USFOR-A. I am seeking to be part of a team for a progressive company known internationally for creative, sustainable design approach across globally in all market sectors, including transportation/infrastructure, environmental, and facilities. For a program's entire life cycle I have the skills and subject matter expertise needed to manage risk and apply creative problem-solving through all phases of the design and construction of the project. Seeking a position as a Construction Project Manager, Program Manager or Resident Engineer in Afghanistan.

Summary of qualification

Civil Engineer and Construction Project Manager with 26 years of professional experience, currently just completed working for HLH Construction at Camp Hero, Kandahar, Afghanistan. I was the Project Manager for a $26 M construction contractor for the ANA at Camp Hero. Prior to that position I was imbedded with the USMC at Camp Leatherneck in Afghanistan, with job title of Construction Contract Official. I have experience with preparing 1391; JUFB packages, JARB packages, SOW for construction, submittal of DD250, LOGCAP Funding Request and SURL. Construction projects include SHASTA, LAMS-A, Big Top Shelter, API Tents and other tent shelters; Latrine, Shave Shower Units, gravel road construction, site prep; RLB Billeting, and PRB (pre-engineering building) construction.

As Director of Engineering Services, Nassau County was responsible for, surveying practices and principles and Manual for Uniform Traffic Control. Experienced in the construction of public improvements, including street lights, storm water management, sanitary and storm sewer, grading and excavation, asphalt and concrete, landscaping and general knowledge of good construction methods and techniques.

Professional Summary

High-energy, results-oriented Senior Project Civil Engineer with over 25 years experience in public works projects. Previous positions include:

Construction Contract Official for USMC at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan

Director of Engineering Services for Nassau County Florida

CEI Senior Project Engineer for FDOT District 2, District 6 and District 7 and ADOT Construction projects, Claims Consultant, Arizona

Assistant Construction Engineer State of New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department (NMSHTD) District II Construction Engineer

Senior Design Engineer for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Design

Project Manager for private land developments projects

Project Manager for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Highway Design District 1, District 2, District 4 and District 5

Project Engineer for two SR 285 WIPP-funded NMSHTD construction projects.

Deep Foundations Project Manager for a construction company

Reputation for taking over difficult projects and managing them to a successful completion.

Results-oriented, high-energy, hands-on professional, with a successful record of accomplishment in the construction project management and public work related job experience. Experienced in drainage; construction inspection (FDOT); and roadway design (FDOT); construction training; quality assurance; and customer service.

Major strengths include strong leadership, excellent communication skills, competent, strong team player, attention to detail, dutiful, as well as supervisory skills including hiring, termination, scheduling, training, and other administrative tasks. Thorough knowledge of current public works practices, and a clear vision to accomplish your company’s goals.

Strategic Contracting and Procurement Solutions & Alternative Financing Methods, Alliance Contracting, Quality Control Programs, Capital Cost Control, Safety and Health, Value Engineering , Financial/Budget Control, Dispute Avoidance and Resolution, and Schedule Management and Control.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (last 10 years)

Highland Al- Hujaz (HLH) Construction, Project Manager, for CSB, Camp Hero, ANA, November 2010 to June 2011

The project consists of the design and construction of a new Afghanistan National Army, Corps Support Battalion ($26 M) and related support facilities on Camp Hero, Afghanistan. The base will house approximately 1,400 personnel. Responsible for project execution at all stages including project development from design concept to final construction, budget, schedule, contracting actions, identifying and mitigating potential problems and taking timely action to resolve problems encountered. As the Project Manager I provided continuous evaluation and management of project cost, budget, scope, quality, all work-in-progress and schedule. In addition I managed the international project staff and local Afghanistan subcontractors. The work within this contract was constructed in accordance with current U.S. design and International Building Codes (IBC), Life Safety Codes (NFPA-101), Force Protection, NEC 2008 Electrical Standards and security standards.

Louis Berger Group/EMW, Construction Contract Official for the USMC, April 2009 to August 2010

The II Marine Expeditionary Force MEF Forward (FWD) required professional engineering and technical services support to augment the Command Element during deployment to Afghanistan. Manpower is of major concern as a result of continual requirements being levied to evaluate new technical and engineering initiatives. The MEF has determined that Contractor support is necessary to provide collaborative solutions to enhance the effectiveness of the II MEF in meeting its mission. I have experience with preparing 1391; JUFB packages; SOW for construction; submittal of DD250; LOGCAP Funding Request and preparing SURL. Construction projects include SHASTA, LAMS-A, Big Top Shelter, API Tents and other tent shelters; Latrine, Shave Shower Units, gravel road construction, site prep; RLB Billeting, and PRB (pre-engineering building) construction and many other construction projects which the USMC approved and placed on the PEPL.

Summary: Worked in Afghanistan in support of military construction projects; focal point for all quality assurance activities, including design review and construction execution; responsible for design-build oversight and ensure compliance with project specifications and drawings; reviewed Request for Information and Submittal documents, and engineering design drawings and specifications; interacted with construction international contractors to keep project on track, which included evaluating contractor invoices, track budgets, and provide documentation using pre-established graphs; Supported construction inspectors with technical electrical expertise; led the project team in a collaborative effort to complete design documents and responded to issues during construction; scheduled kick-off and progress meetings to strategize project approach and get client and design team commitment; ensured design documents met client requirements and quality standards; acted as the client representative to the project team and as the project team representative to the client; clarified requirements and resolved issues; prepared and maintained production control documents and client invoices throughout the life of the project.

Nassau County, Florida, Director of Engineering Services, November 2006 to February 2009

• Managed the division; ensures personnel records are maintained accurately; resolved difficult employee relations issues; interview, hire, promote, and discipline personnel

• Assisted with the preparation and administration of the department’s budget and adjust priorities as needed; identified needs for the department

• Assisted with public relations duties, including responding to questions from the media and public regarding transportation issues, procedures, and services; providing information and resolves complaints from the general public, other agencies, and community groups; making periodic public addresses; representing the County at regional functions; and participating in interviews with the media as appropriate

• Planned, directed, managed, and oversaw the activities and operations of the Engineering Services Department including: PM/CM, Transportation/Programming, Roadway Maintenance, Traffic Management; formulate, modify and improve activities and processes involved in the Engineering Services Department to achieve the County’s mission, Board direction

• Reviewed and evaluated consultant proposals, contracts, and specifications; resolved conflicts involving consultants/contractors; resolved construction design problems.

• Maintained a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes, regulations; conducted research and maintained an awareness of new issues, methods, equipment, trends and advances in the profession; read updates and other professional literature; maintain professional affiliations; participated in continuing education activities; attend meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions as appropriate

England Thims & Miller, Jacksonville, Florida, Senior Project Engineer, November 2002 to November 2006

England Thims & Miller is medium size company specializing in FDOT CEI, FDOT Design Build and private development. Served as a Senior Project Engineer for a $25M milling and resurfacing project in District 2. In addition was as a Senior Project Engineer for a new bridge construction for Flagler County. As a Senior Project Engineer major responsibilities were to review and approve the Contractor’s CPM schedule and to maintain an as-built CPM schedule; maintain Contractor’s Notice of Claims log; provide a comprehensive record of the Notice of Claim, to recommend to the Department possible courses of actions and to provide backup information for negotiations; prepare rebuttal to the Contractor’s submittal package to the DRB; present to the DRB the Department position regarding a Contractor’s claim, prepare and submit Work Orders, change Orders and Supplemental Agreement as required, review and maintain time and funds in the Consultant’s Contract and if required to provide supporting documentation for Supplemental Agreement; Review as-built plans for conformance to plans, note the changes and sign and seal the “Final As-Built”; Submit Personnel Action Forms and to insure the project is properly staffed according to the scope of services and the needs of the project.

Technical Area of Expertise

• Prepare Bridge Hydraulic Reports (BHR) and Bridge Hydraulics Recommendations Sheets (BRHS) for FDOT Districts I, III and IV

• Completed FDOT Program Manager Training Course for FDOT Design Project 1995-96

• Proficient in the use of the following stormwater management programs, HEC 1, HEC 2, HECRAS, WSPRO, TRS-20, ADICPR, YH-8, also Lotus, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, WordPerfect and Primavera and Suretrack.

• Florida P. E. 35623, current from 1985

• Arizona P. E. 33803, not active from 2001

• CPM Scheduling Course, TransPath, Inc., May 2002

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