AL D'AMELIO
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager and Environmental Health & Safety Professional with a proven track record at View on the Green, adept in project tracking and workforce training. Excelled in implementing systems and developing projects, enhancing project reporting visibility by 30%. Skilled in feasibility analysis and work flow planning, demonstrating a strong ability to lead and innovate.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
View on the Green
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Responsible for the overall project, including planning and scheduling, creating budgets, cash flow schedules, projections, and cost monitoring. Value: $21M.
- Developed a Gantt chart to analyze financial information, expenditures, and return on investments for each construction activity.
- Workers ranged from 6 to 24, depending on the work schedule.
- Improved project reporting visibility, and interdepartmental project handoff to stakeholders.
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
Strategic Safety Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
- NYCDEP, Contract DEP-138, Upgrades to Port Richmond Wastewater Treatment Plant/Headworks. In charge of upgrades to the main sewage pumps, motors, drives, isolation valves, discharge pipe, and blowers, valued at $40 million.
- Responsibilities included the coordination of all construction safety activities throughout multiple work zones.
- Coordinated with on-site BEDC staff in communicating the daily work schedule. The number of workers ranged from 5 to 17, depending on the work schedule.
- Verified and monitored certifications to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated and recorded hot-work permits, SDS sheets, trending analysis, Local Law 77, and air monitoring conditions.
- Developed and implemented JHAs to control potential hazards.
- Submitted monthly regulatory compliance for BEDC, DEP, and OSHA.
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
NYCDEP
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Contract DEL-392: Upgrades to the Tannersville/Grand Gorge Wastewater Plant included upgrades to numerous electrical, mechanical, and software systems at both of these wastewater treatment plants for NYCDEP, valued at $17M.
- The number of workers ranged from 5 to 7, depending on the work activity.
- Provided the safety support by working on multiple sites, with all levels of management integrating safety and health into multiple aspects of the construction process, from the design phase to jobsite management.
- Daily site surveys to identify safety practices, hazardous conditions, trending analysis, and compliance with BEDC safety standards, including monthly report submittal.
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
GRB Environmental Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
- NYCDEP, Contract DEL-424, Rehabilitation of Honk Falls Dam, Naponoch, NY, provided risk management for the rehabilitation and stabilization of the existing Honk Falls Dam, valued at $14 million.
- Stream restoration was over 2,100 feet and rerouted using side-by-side 5-foot galvanized pipe to divert the original streambed.
- The number of workers ranged from 4 to 35, depending on the work activity.
- Performed safety inspections throughout the construction site, and completed COVID-19 compliance, daily checklists, and administered and recorded BEDC safety orientations for all visitors.
- Facilitated safety signage throughout the entire site.
- Ensured compliance with the approved Site-Specific Health and Safety Plan.
Technical Inspector of Gas Standards
Precision Pipeline Solutions
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted inspections at multiple sites to ensure that the workmanship and quality of polyethylene pipe installation conformed to PHMSA and DOT installation methods. Value: $12,000 to $25,000 per day, depending on work; number of workers: 4 to 11, depending on work activity.
- Led safety inspections to ensure that confined space excavations had proper access/egress, sloping, trench boxes, and atmospheric monitoring, per OSHA standards.
- Identified potential hazards in storing materials in an open yard.
- Delivered 'Toolbox Talks' to reinforce on-site safety expectations.
- Recordkeeping of SDS sheets, onsite chemical inventory, and compressed gas cylinder use and storage.
- Collaborated with management to solve problems related to the protection of underground facilities at multiple job site locations in conjunction with 811, U Dig/NY.
- Visually inspect the workmanship of polyethylene fusion joint integrity for potential gas hazards with installation.
- Focused on a safety culture regarding the control of hazardous energy for worker protection.
- Recordkeeping of LOTO accident prevention tags, signage, to ensure energized systems shut off prior to installations.
- Protective safety instruction signage that included high danger and warning signs along the entire perimeter in these residential areas to ensure public safety.
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Orange & Rockland Utilities
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed safety activities of the existing operable high-voltage transmission substation, valued at $9M.
- Focused on a safety culture regarding electrical safety and the control of hazardous energy for worker protection.
- Administered and recorded health and safety records for all visitors to the owner's lead engineer on-site. The number of workers ranged from 10 to 20, depending on work activity.
- Directed project personnel on the recognition of high-energy hazards, safe work practices, and environmental precautions, the contents of the EHASP, and the use of personal protective equipment and emergency equipment specifically for high-voltage transmission work.
- Recordkeeping of LOTO accident prevention tags, signage, to ensure energized systems shut off prior to maintenance
Technical Inspector of Gas Standards
Joe Knows Energy
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Awarded training responsibilities on exposure identification, evaluation, and control for respirator use, health, and environmental controls; Value: $12,000 - $35,000 daily for 5 to 20 workers, depending on work activity.
- Inspected PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, footwear, tools, and equipment, to ensure conformance with regulatory requirements and competent persons' responsibilities.
- Provided daily safety briefings to assist field operations personnel in increasing focus on critical work execution.
- Assisted in incident analysis to determine the root cause and identify corrective actions.
- Types of work activity included excavation, storing of chemicals, confined space, trenching, demolition, ladders, respiratory protection, eye protection, calibrating sensitive equipment, and proper safe storage of chemicals.
Gas Transmission Inspector
Brown Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked closely with the project superintendent to develop and distribute Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) during daily pre-job briefings.
- Documented proper placement of traffic signs and barricades to alert oncoming traffic, managing a $36M project with 5 to 20 workers.
- Implemented traffic control measures, including warning signs and cones, to protect workers and minimize environmental impact.
- Enforced stormwater management practices using filter bags and silt fencing to protect nearby water sources.
- Oversaw the transmission of high-pressure gas through 20 miles of steel pipeline.
- Identified safety hazards, ensured compliance with protocols, and enforced corrective measures.
- Led daily safety briefings and Toolbox Talks to enhance field operations and job site safety.
- Provided daily safety briefings and ToolBox talks to assist field operations personnel in increasing focus on critical work execution.
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
HAKS
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepared hazard analyses, including JHAs and Safe Work Plans, to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks.
- Verified operator qualifications, ensuring proper training, certifications, and on-site documentation before equipment use.
- Posted emergency contacts and muster point evacuation procedures across work zones.
- Conducted and reviewed weekly crane inspections with an MTA inspector.
- Maintained daily housekeeping records for refuse control at a NYCHA site.
- Supported corporate staff in occupational health and safety compliance, and best practices.
- Managed a $24M project with 5 to 15 workers, depending on activity.
Superintendent/ Safety Manager
Baxter Built Construction
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed JHAs and Safe Work Plans to assess and mitigate hazards.
- Verified operator certifications and ensured on-site compliance before equipment use.
- Posted emergency contacts and evacuation procedures in work zones.
- Conducted weekly crane inspections with an MTA inspector.
- Managed housekeeping records for refuse control at a NYCHA site.
- Advised corporate staff on health and safety compliance and best practices.
- Oversaw a $24M project with 5–15 workers, depending on activity.
Construction Safety Manager
Continental Organics
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Direct EHASP of renovations to clearly define project descriptions of concrete construction and confined spaces work, valued at $2 million. For 6 to 25 workers, depending on work activity.
- All formwork installation, shoring and bracing, and removal of formwork are to be inspected to minimize potential hazards associated with that work.
- All workers entering confined spaces have site-specific emergency conditions training, duties of personnel, atmospheric monitoring in place, and review the rescue plan with outside services.
- Inspected daily, confined space emergency rescue, ventilation requirements during entry into confined spaces, and development of LOTO.
Top Shelf Lax Club, LLC
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Empowered student-athletes using a digital platform to streamline the recruiting process; evaluated costs and revenue of agreements to determine continued profitability
- Achieved 35% enrollment peak by spearheading and implementing the company's website and marketing materials
- Identified the products, and services to maximize cross-selling opportunities on individual needs to increase sales
Teacher
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans facilitating active learning experiences
- Identified and selected instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
- Coach, motivate, instruct and improve the performance of my student-athletes on a daily basis
Construction Site Safety Inspector
Safety and Quality Plus
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Conducted health and safety inspections to ensure compliance with fall protection and guardrail requirements.
- Delivered Toolbox Talks to reinforce onsite safety protocols.
- Maintained records for SDS sheets, gas cylinder storage, and chemical inventory.
- Led routine site audits to ensure EHS compliance on NYC landmark buildings.
- Provided worker training on hazard communication, PPE, emergency response, LOTO, and safe work procedures.
- Managed six projects valued up to $750M with 10–300 workers, depending on activity.
Superintendent/Assistant Safety Manager
STV
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Managed construction for a $50M NYCHA housing development in East Harlem.
- Coordinated with the Fire Department on building layouts, exit locations, and identifying handicapped residents.
- Provided training on controlled access zones for gas and arc welding, hot work permits, and fire watch procedures.
- Ensured compliance with the Fire Code and FDNY regulations to protect site workers and the public.
- Trained workers on ladder use, care, and capacity.
- Red-tagged unsafe equipment.
- Managed one project with 10 to 38 workers, depending on the activity.
Superintendent/Safety Manager
Procaccianti Group
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Responsible for on-site administration for all hotel construction operations, including direct supervision of subcontractors, and other related personnel, with a value of $3M.
- Prepared and submitted daily reports to document work progress.
- Conducting inspections of the construction site and all fire safety measures on a daily basis, and maintaining records of the Standpipe, Fire Extinguisher, and Fire Safety Log.
- Workers: 10 to 35, depending on work activity.
- Facilitating EHS meetings with contractors and other project management teams to discuss upcoming construction activities, to verify that the contractor is adequately identifying risks and hazards.
Yard Foreman/Safety Manager
D'Amelio Stone & Marble
01.1993 - 12.2004
- Conducted safety briefings and weekly Toolbox Talks before site work.
- Maintained training records, hazard analyses, and protective system selections.
- Identified and mitigated hazards in material storage, including sand, gravel, and crushed stone.
- Placed caution signs around material storage areas for safety.
- Kept records of SDS sheets, chemical inventory, and flammable liquids on-site.
- Collaborated with management on material storage safety requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Cornell University
Ithaca, NYCertificate in Corporate Financial Management -
Florida Atlantic University
Skills
CERTIFICATIONS
- NYC DOB Site Safety Manager,
- 62 HR, SST Supervisor Card
- Parts 1-2: Control of Hazardous Energy for Construction
- OSHA 30 and OSHA 10
- Natural Gas Pipeline Safety for the Energy Industry
- LEED NC 22 Sustainable Design Training Program
- SOFTWARE (special project)
- 40 HR Hazwoper Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Project List
- View on the Green, LLC, New Haven, CT, $21M, Development of an eight-story office building rezoned for a 92-unit new market apartments.
- NYCDEP, PR-138, Port Richmond Wastewater Treatment Plant, NY, $40M, Training staff on safety procedures to mitigate risks to acceptable levels.
- NYCDEP, DEL-392, Wastewater Treatment Plant Tannersville/Grand Gorge, $17M, Facilitated appropriate safety resource support for organizing and running multiple construction projects.
- NYCDEP, Contract DEL-424, Rehabilitation of Honk Falls Dam, Naponoch, NY, $14M, Oversee the demolition of the Honk Falls Dam.
- Precision Pipeline Solutions Gas Transmission Inspector, $4M, Focused safety culture on electrical safety and control of hazardous energy for worker protection.
- Orange & Rockland Utilities Electrical Transmission, $12M, Focused safety culture on electrical safety and control of hazardous energy for worker protection.
- Joe Knows Energy-Hudson Valley, NY Gas Transmission, Hudson Valley, NY, $4M, Types of work activities: excavation, storing of chemicals, confined space, trenching, demo, ladders.
- Siemens Long Island Energy Center, Yaphank, NY, $850M, Site Safety Manager for state-of-the-art 350 (MW) combined cycle natural-gas fired power generating facility.
- Tangier Outlet at the Arches, Deer Park, $180M, Lead Site Safety Manager for 800,000 square foot Italian themed village outlet center.
- Lincoln Center Plaza & New York State Theater, $125M, Managed all key aspects of site safety that focused on assessing engineering controls and PPE.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Conservatory, $65M, Site Safety Manager for the largest museum in the Western Hemisphere.
- East River Plaza, $800M, Demolition of Washburn Wire Factory and the construction of a multi-level retail facility.
- The Dylan, 309 Fifth Avenue, $115M, A 36-story, 165 unit residential rental building.
- The Johnson House - East Harlem (NYCHA), East Harlem, NY, $50M, Provided construction management for 10 building housing developments.
- The Westin Tysons Corner, Falls Church, VA, $25M, Coordination of contractors of 406-guest rooms.
- Hilton Suites Perimeter, Atlanta, GA, $15M, Managed on-site construction for the complete renovation of 240-rooms.
- Hilton Suites Chicago/Magnificent Mile, $13M, Responsible for quality control for 334-room renovation.
- Marriott Schaumburg, Schaumburg, IL, $10M, Led on-site field administration on construction operations for 394-room and public spaces.
Summary Of Experience
Professional with comprehensive safety knowledge to implement lean safety principles in construction field operations, team development, safety inspections, and supervision in high-risk environments associated with construction projects. Establishes a proactive safety culture on construction sites by ensuring safety procedures are implemented, seeing 'ahead of the curve' and making workers aware of any potential hazards, before delivering immediate correction in a constantly changing environment.
Timeline
Project Manager
View on the Green
01.2024 - 01.2025
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
Strategic Safety Solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
NYCDEP
01.2023 - 01.2024
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
GRB Environmental Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
Technical Inspector of Gas Standards
Precision Pipeline Solutions
01.2021 - 12.2021
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Orange & Rockland Utilities
01.2020 - 12.2020
Technical Inspector of Gas Standards
Joe Knows Energy
01.2019 - 12.2019
Gas Transmission Inspector
Brown Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
Environmental Health & Safety Professional
HAKS
01.2017 - 12.2017
Superintendent/ Safety Manager
Baxter Built Construction
01.2016 - 12.2016
Construction Safety Manager
Continental Organics
01.2015 - 12.2015
Top Shelf Lax Club, LLC
01.2011 - 12.2014
Teacher
01.2008 - 12.2011
Construction Site Safety Inspector
Safety and Quality Plus
01.2007 - 12.2008
Superintendent/Assistant Safety Manager
STV
01.2006 - 12.2007
Superintendent/Safety Manager
Procaccianti Group
01.2005 - 12.2006
Yard Foreman/Safety Manager
D'Amelio Stone & Marble
01.1993 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science -
Cornell University
Certificate in Corporate Financial Management -
Florida Atlantic University