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Bethany Rowland

Chesapeake,Virginia

Summary

Dynamic Diving Operations Assistant with over seven years of experience in optimizing processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving significant cost reductions. Expertise in coordinating diverse teams and subcontractors while managing budget allocation and analysis for certified projects under tight deadlines. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard systems, including Procore, HCSS, Fleet Cost and Care, and Sage 300 CRE. Successfully managed over 20 plus USACE and NAVFAC projects annually, overseeing teams of more than 40 employees to ensure seamless project execution and timely delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diving Operations Assistant

Crofton Diving Corporation
Portsmouth, Virginia
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
  • Coordinated scheduling for diving crews to optimize operational time.
  • Supported department operations by organizing schedules and documentation accuracy.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to streamline project execution.
  • Assisted and collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents daily
  • Assisted the estimating department with sending out bid invitations & solicitations for various types of bids as well as light take off
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Maintained bid calendar and bid folders
  • Drafted quotes, contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders with entry into Sage
  • Maintained Project Schedules and Budgets
  • Preparied RFI's Transmittals and Submittals for various projects
  • Review project plans, bid documents, and proposals
  • Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
  • Drafted invoices and estimates.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors for constructive supplier relations.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.

Project Manager Assistant

PRECON MARINE, INC
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Assisted and collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents daily
  • Assisted the estimating department with sending out bid invitations & solicitations for various types of bids as well as light take off
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Maintained bid calendar and bid folders
  • Drafted quotes, contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders with entry into Sage
  • Maintained Project Schedules and Budgets
  • Preparied RFI's Transmittals and Submittals for various projects
  • Review project plans, bid documents, and proposals
  • Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
  • Drafted invoices and estimates.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors for constructive supplier relations.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.

Project Manager Assistant

CROFTON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Assisted and collaborated with Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager and Superintendents daily
  • Assisted the estimating department by sending out bid invitations & solicitations for various types of bids including Government MACC IDIQ
  • Obtained quotes and pricing from various vendors
  • Maintained bid calendar
  • Drafted quotes, contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders
  • Prepared RFI's Transmittals and Submittals for various projects
  • Set up and maintained all job-site records, including project directory, submittal logs, RFI logs, subcontractor correspondence, etc
  • Drafted and entered all change orders into Sage and Procore
  • Tracked and entered payroll and equipment in Procore for exportation to Sage.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Political Science

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Norfolk, Virginia

High School Diploma -

OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL
Chesapeake, Virginia

Skills

  • Microsoft Applications: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
  • Other Applications: Auto CAD 2024, Bluebeam Rev 20, Microsoft Project,
  • HCSS Applications Heavy Job and Heavy Bid
  • Procore
  • Nextel Fleet Cost & Care
  • Sage 300 Construction Real Estate
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Project Assistance
  • Estimate Preparation

Certification

Procore Certified, OSHA 30 Hour Construction Certification, CPR /AED Certified, Signal / Rigger Certified, Virginia Notary Public, VRSA Safety Certification, Virginia Boater Safety Certification

Affiliations

  • Community Event Coordinator, Food Trucks, South Norfolk Civic League, Chesapeake VA
  • Community Event Coordinator, July 4th Parade, South Norfolk Civic League, Chesapeake VA
  • City of Chesapeake Board of Zoning Appeals, Board Member, Chesapeake VA

Timeline

Diving Operations Assistant

Crofton Diving Corporation
10.2023 - Current

Project Manager Assistant

PRECON MARINE, INC
04.2021 - 10.2023

Project Manager Assistant

CROFTON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC
09.2018 - 04.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Political Science

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY

High School Diploma -

OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL
Bethany Rowland