Joan R. Cherry, PE
Summary
Bridge Project Manager with over 25 years of experience in managing and technical design and inspection. Currently in a management position over the last 12 years with experience in leadership, financial oversight and resource management for a local government office. Responsible for procurement of resources to create and maintain a successful bridge program. Monitors projects by adhering to project schedule and budget, managing production team, working with other departments and offices and identifying problems and providing solutions. Knowledgeable in AASHTO and Ohio Department of Transportation standards and specifications.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bridge Project Manager
Wood County Engineer's Office
09.2011 - Current
- Successfully manages bridge inventory of over 440 bridges with inspection, maintenance, rehabilitation and replacement projects. Responsible for developing the department and improving productivity.
- Responsible for meeting deadlines for bridge inspection, inventory and load ratings.
- Plan, design, and schedule all aspects of bridge projects including budgeting, structure type selection, environmental, right of way, utility coordination, detail design and development, construction administration and project closeout.
- Coordinates material and required services for projects completed by the Highway Garage staff.
- Obtains and manages federal and state funded projects.
- Establishes and encourages effective communication among staff members for improved project collaboration and improved morale.
- Works with consultants to supplement office staff in order to maximize number of projects within office budget. Coordinates, sets schedules and reviews plans prepared outside of the office.
- Communicates and works with other offices, both inside and outside the county, to manage aspects of projects including advertising, contracts, schedules and permits.
Bridge Design Engineer
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.
08.1998 - 09.2011
- Design engineer for new and rehabilitated bridge projects consisting of steel and/or conventional reinforced or prestressed concrete superstructures and substructures.
- Performed hydraulic analyses and modeling as required for bridge and culvert design, rehabilitation, or evaluation using HEC-RAS software.
- Field inspection of bridges to evaluate condition of county, municipal and Ohio Turnpike bridges. Inspections performed in conjunction with projects requiring replacement / rehabilitation evaluation and structural capacity analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
The University of Toledo
01-2004
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH01-2001
Skills
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Planning and Budgeting
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Negotiating and Conflict Resolution
- Mentor and Train Staff
- Microstation and AutoCad
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Professional Engineer, State of Ohio, #72374
- Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members: FHWA-NHI-130078, September 2024
- Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges For Professional Engineers: FHWA-NHI-130056, November/December2022
- Ohio Department of Transportation Bridge Inspection Level 1 and 2, November 2008 and 2009
Timeline
Bridge Project Manager
Wood County Engineer's Office
09.2011 - Current
Bridge Design Engineer
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.
08.1998 - 09.2011
- Professional Engineer, State of Ohio, #72374
- Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members: FHWA-NHI-130078, September 2024
- Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges For Professional Engineers: FHWA-NHI-130056, November/December2022
- Ohio Department of Transportation Bridge Inspection Level 1 and 2, November 2008 and 2009
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
The University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Toledo
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