Brian Bussell
Houston
Summary
Adept at construction estimating and fostering team leadership, I significantly enhanced project delivery and efficiency at Guaranteed Builders Inc. Leveraging skills in budget management and problem-solving, I developed strategies that mitigated risks and ensured quality, achieving a notable improvement in project timelines and client satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager/Construction Estimator
Guaranteed Builders Inc
Houston
09.2016 - Current
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
MWD Field Engineer
Leam Drilling Systems
Conroe
08.2012 - 02.2016
- Troubleshot complex problems related to downhole tools by conducting diagnostic tests in the field.
- Maintained accurate records of all equipment inspections and repairs.
- Supported drilling teams by providing guidance on proper use of directional drilling techniques.
- Conducted regular testing of MWD tools to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for each job site including spare parts, tools.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures for safely utilizing MWD systems in the field.
- Evaluated performance of existing MWD components and recommended upgrades as necessary.
- Provided technical support to field engineers and operations personnel for MWD related issues.
- Performed installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of MWD systems in accordance with company standards.
Teacher/Coach
Klein ISD
Houston
08.2004 - 07.2012
- Developed lesson plans and conducted classroom activities to engage students in learning.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Observed classrooms, identified areas of improvement, and recommended effective teaching strategies.
- Participated in district-level committees focused on improving teacher coaching services throughout the district.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Attended conferences, workshops and seminars to increase job-related knowledge.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers on curriculum design, assessment practices and best instructional practices.
- Collaborated with administrators to ensure alignment between school goals and teacher objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Sterling College
Sterling, KS05-1997
Skills
- Construction estimating
- Budget management
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Scope management
- Advanced problem solving
- Schedule management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Vendor management
- Price quote preparation
- Client relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager/Construction Estimator
Guaranteed Builders Inc
09.2016 - Current
MWD Field Engineer
Leam Drilling Systems
08.2012 - 02.2016
Teacher/Coach
Klein ISD
08.2004 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Sterling College