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Michael L. Kletka

**** ******* **., ***. *, Indianapolis, IN 46240 574-***-**** *******@*****.***

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER

System Design / AutoCad / Budgets / Administration / Contractor Management / Facilities

Mechanical Engineering / Construction / Plumbing / HVAC / Electrical / Safety / Inspection

As a multi-faceted mechanical systems designer, I have engineered, constructed, replaced and maintained critical facility infrastructures including electrical, HVAC, plumbing and mechanical systems. Consistently solving complex engineering problems while remaining within budget and project timelines are cornerstones of my professionalism. In addition to my ability to direct successful full lifecycle projects, I am known for…

Keeping projects on-time, under budget and within all specifications

Engineering efficient systems that meet client, governmental and company requirements

Coordinating cross functional teams to enable high quality results

Negotiating construction solutions that are cost efficient and safe

Writing system specifications for educational, commercial and business facilities

My BS in Organizational Management was earned at Bethel College and my AS degree in Architectural Technology is from the Indiana Vocational Technical College. I am consistently described as an individual contributor with excellent attention to detail and streamlining construction operations.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Provided cost effective construction solution. Large air handler was installed over a weekend. Investigated the installation and immediately determined the contractor had not properly set the unit. Pulled together the cross-functional team consisting of the architect, contractor and owner and advised both the problem and a unique, cost effective solution. Negotiated reinstallation at 50% of the original cost. Avoided future warranty claims.

Successfully coordinated difficult system renovation. Critical project required significant engineering and tight scheduling response to renovation and new addition to educational building. Identified key phases, anticipating problem areas to minimize time disruptions. Construction and rehab were done with little disruption to school schedule. Project was completed on-time and under budget even with difficult code enforcement constraints.

Brought $100M project in on-time and under budget. During construction of new hospital, two team leaders quit. Incorporated engineering, design, administration and construction disciplines into one position. Provided seamless transition by overcoming construction errors, managing low-bid contractor issues, troubleshooting design conflicts and documenting build processes to realization.

CAREER HISTORY

Mechanical Systems Designer, Fanning Howey, an architectural engineering company, 2008 to 2009. Directed mechanical engineering design services, inspections and construction administration for new and renovated educational facilities. Ensured work to be done was correctly finished and met code and safety requirements.

Mechanical Systems Designer, Applied Engineering Services, a consulting engineering company, 2007 to 2008. Managed new and renovation projects in medical facilities and colleges. Prepared construction documents, made specifications, conducted shop drawing reviews, made field inspections and worked final punch lists.

Mechanical Systems Designer, The Troyer Group, an architectural engineering company, 1994 to 2007. Directed the construction of a hospital from inception to completion. Responsible for mechanical engineering, design, preparation of construction documents and construction, inspections, as built documentation and delivery.

Mechanical and Electrical Designer, Forum Architects, 1988 to 1994. Provided mechanical and electrical project engineering design. Developed construction documentation. Conducted field inspections.

Personal Attributes

I am involved with community activities including working with Habitat for Humanity, participating in local government processes and mentoring elementary school children. I enjoy weightlifting, photography and travel.

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