Bruce Michael Trent
Lake Wales
Summary
Professional Quality Manager and former Senior Cause Analyst at Bechtel Corporation, skilled in compliance assessment and process improvement. Proven track record in leading quality assurance initiatives and training development, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at resolving complex construction conflicts and delivering actionable insights to guide decision-making. Committed to excellence in quality systems and effective communication.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager, Consultant
Self Employed
Playa Hermosa
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Oversee construction of high end one-off residential homes.
- Resolve construction conflicts during construction
- Reconcile oversights, errors and omissions (common on unique design)
- Provide design/engineering input to projects prior to construction start
Senior Cause Analyst
Bechtel
Hanford
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Use causal analysis tools and leads apparent cause evaluations to assist in the resolution issues
- Perform industry research using publicly available data sources
- Requisition and purchase private data sources to provide research and analysis
- Use data mining tools to collect data for further research and analysis
- Work collaboratively with programmers to create tools to collect and analyze data
- Manipulate data using data analysis tools to discover insights
- Generate and deliver reports from data analysis
- Offer suggestions and direction from analysis to help guide organization decision-makers
- Collaborate with different teams and departments to provide expertise and insight
- Civil, Cause Analysis, Waste Treatment Plant Project, Hanford, WA
Procedures Quality Manager
Bechtel
Jubail Industrial City
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Coordinated review and revision of project procedures (JMPs) to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Edited and proofed revisions by authors for clarity and precision.
- Assumed authorship of procedures as necessary to maintain documentation standards.
- Interfaced with client department directors to discuss content and accuracy of procedures.
- Provided management insights on procedure applicability and identified conflicts or redundancies.
- At client request, coordinated efforts of external departments, including O&M, Finance, and IT, to revise their procedures.
- Focused on civil and quality assurance aspects within Jubail Industrial City.
- Managed collaborative updates across multiple disciplines to enhance procedural effectiveness.
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer/ Lead Auditor
Bechtel
Jubail Industrial City
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Led and participated in Quality Audits and Surveillances at site and off-site locations.
- Prepared training materials and conducted comprehensive training sessions.
- Participated in implementation of Jubail Quality Improvement Initiatives.
- Collaborated with Document Control personnel to organize records maintained by Quality Assurance.
- Reviewed contractor-submitted quality programs and related documents for compliance.
- Interviewed proposed QC Managers from contractors to assess job knowledge and capabilities.
- Trained contractors’ quality personnel on Inspection and Test Plans, Calibration Control, and Document Control.
- Tracked effectiveness of corrective actions and process improvement initiatives.
Engineering Technician
Village of Bolingbrook
Bolingbrook
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Reviewed permit plans for new construction to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Verified accuracy and completeness of construction projects to uphold quality standards.
- Assisted in developing and compiling specifications for public works projects.
- Designed basic small projects, including storm drainage structures and landscape regrades.
- Managed annual department projects, achieving year-over-year savings and reducing resident complaints.
- Supervised summer intern program, providing training and mentoring to undergraduate engineers.
- Served as primary point of contact for public inquiries regarding engineering issues.
Compliance Specialist
Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne
01.1993 - 01.2002
- Supervised inspection, surveillance, and audit schedules to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Managed quality, safety, and training programs for Waste Management Operations.
- Reviewed design packages for new construction work orders to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Conducted specialized training sessions for diverse audiences, including Waste Management Mechanics and Nuclear Engineers.
- Verified quality and safety issues related to construction work orders to mitigate risks.
Advanced Photon Source
Rust Engineering Co.
Argonne
03.1990 - 01.1993
- Facilitated development and implementation of Quality Control Programs for contractors' contracts.
- Audited contractor job performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
- Reviewed contractor submittals for adequacy and conformity to specifications.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Rust Engineering Company
Oak Ridge
01.1984 - 01.1990
- Conducted vendor inspections and approvals during extensive travel to facilities.
- Reviewed work plans to ensure inclusion of quality standards.
- Audited construction projects to verify compliance with specifications.
- Executed receiving inspections for incoming materials at warehouse.
Education
BS - Bus. Mgt./Const. Mgt.
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN01.1988
Skills
- Compliance assessment and regulatory knowledge
- Process improvement strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Training development and personnel training
- Quality assurance systems and guidance
Other
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (expired)
- Radiation Worker Level II (expired)
- 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Site Worker Training (expired)
- 30 Hour OSHA Training
- 10 Hour OSHA Training
- US DOE “Q” level clearance (expired)
- Numerous safety & quality training courses
Licenses And Societies
none
Timeline
Project Manager, Consultant
Self Employed
01.2018 - 01.2023
Senior Cause Analyst
Bechtel
01.2015 - 01.2018
Procedures Quality Manager
Bechtel
01.2010 - 01.2015
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer/ Lead Auditor
Bechtel
01.2010 - 01.2015
Engineering Technician
Village of Bolingbrook
01.2002 - 01.2009
Compliance Specialist
Argonne National Laboratory
01.1993 - 01.2002
Advanced Photon Source
Rust Engineering Co.
03.1990 - 01.1993
Quality Assurance Engineer
Rust Engineering Company
01.1984 - 01.1990
BS - Bus. Mgt./Const. Mgt.
University of Tennessee