Braxton Bragg Dawson III
Wilmington, NC 28409
OBJECTIVE
To put my experience and professionalism to work for a reputable firm in a project management or supervisory position.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Young professional with versatile experience and an interest in materials science
Possess strong leadership skills coupled with years of supervisory experience
Proficient with Geographic Information Systems applications and CAD based applications
Proficient with spatial modeling, data retrieval, and all MS Office programs
Able to communicate professionally with clients and co-workers both orally and written
versatile strength to handle long hours and extreme conditions
Experience with implementation of safety programs, protocols, and regulations
EMPLOYMENT
Engineering Technician August 2008-Present
S&ME, Inc. Wilmington, NC
On site supervision, compliance, and quality control materials testing.
Testing and field measurements of various types of fireproofing materials .
Soil descriptions, Geo-technical borings and sub-surface evaluations.
Quality assurance and special inspections of large construction projects.
Monitoring installation of various methods of ground improvement.
Work closely with contractors and clients to provide on-site consulting advice.
Marketing through strong reputation and quality service.
ACI Concrete Level One certification, HAZMAT, and Radiation Safety Training.
Supervisory Assistant May 2008-June 2008
Coastal Science and Engineering Morehead City, NC
Contracted by CSE to assist with a beach restoration project in Isle of Palms, SC.
Performed daily observations of the dredge operation and of offshore bar material as it was pumped on the beach.
Supervised the removal and documentation of sand bags from a severely eroded area in accordance with the Army Corps. of Engineers removal and monitoring plan.
Evaluated and quantified material as poor material was hauled offsite.
Documented and shot elevations for exploratory pit digging.
Daily monitoring, sampling and testing of newly renourished areas.
Analyzed sand samples for mud content, excessive shell hash, and gradation.
Marketing and Sales Representative February 2007-May 2008
Creative Custom Woodworks _________________________________ Wilmington, NC
Handle sales calls and meetings with prospective clients for a small custom cabinetry and woodworking business.
Collected on site field measurements and provided consulting advice to prospective clients.
Strong marketing through word of mouth, social media, and advertisement.
Data entry and materials analysis to provide clear and concise estimates.
Intern May 2006-August 2006
Land Management Group__ Wilmington, NC
Performed soil-site evaluations for waste water permitting.
Soil mapping and soil descriptions.
Assisted with design and layout of alternative waste water systems.
Wetland delineations under the Army Corps. Of Engineers federal manual.
Proficient with ESRI ArcGIS and Arc Pad software.
Rendered high quality, professional maps using remotely sensed documents and GIS tools.
Aided in supervision of monitoring well installation and water sampling.
Maintenance and troubleshooting of monitoring wells and remediation equipment.
Hydrological conductivity studies in soils.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies December 2006
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Geographic Information Systems Certification December 2006
University of North Carolina at Wilmington