Carl D. Perkins
Reno,NV
Summary
Bringing technical expertise, precision execution, adaptability, and critical path methods to all projects as a Lead Construction Manager in the mission-critical division. With a background as a former General Superintendent and Lead Superintendent in commercial and industrial sectors, offering the expertise and experience needed for your project. Holding a Masters of Science degree in Global Energy Management, a Bachelor's of Science degree in Aeronautical Science, 15+ years in the construction industry, and 11 years of military service as an Officer in the United States Air Forcem experience is top-level and diverse. Global experience, diverse background, and mission-critical prowess provide a significant edge against the competition. Multiple current high-level references available upon request.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Manager
Martin Harris Construction
01.2024 - Current
- Lead Construction Manager
- Switch Data Center 500million dollar project (Shell and Core, 5 Phase TI)
- Currently lead all construction and commissioning activities of a multi-million-dollar Switch data center project, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Provide guidance in contract review, scope of work, maintain strict adherence to timelines and budgets, delivering work on schedule and within budget.
- Manage internal MHC team of PMs, APMs, PEs and Superintendents. Drive cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and vendors, increasing efficiency and accountability.
- Oversee MEP system procurement and installations of critical infrastructure systems including generators, chillers, ARUs, DOAS, CRAC units, all electrical control equipment and switchgear.
- Collaborate with design teams and stakeholders to ensure compliance with Tier III/Tier IV data center standards.
- Develop and enforce safety protocols and project specifications, achieving an incident-free project while adhering to OSHA and internal regulations.
- Implement value engineering strategies, optimizing materials and processes to reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Conduct progress reviews, risk assessments, and quality control inspections, ensuring alignment with project specifications and county requirements.
- Currently manage and spearhead project scheduling using Primavera P6, aligning milestones with business objectives providing the client detailed aspects of the project.
- Accountable for MOP/SOP, RFIs, Submittals, Cx, OAC meetings and all aspects of construction for the project.
General Superintendent
APEX CONSTRUCTION
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Led all superintendents on major industrial and commercial projects. Provided value added guidance and mentorship increasing the productivity and profitability.
- Successfully completed 350 million dollars in projects during my tenure.
- Generated schedules for all projects. 3 week look ahead, comprehensive monthly updates with full narratives and CPM schedules.
- Provided technical expertise in all phases of construction; including estimates, buy outs, cost control, design engineering, underground utilities, inspections, production stage, and job close out requirements.
- Implemented lean construction techniques, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
- Maintained strict adherence to OSHA regulations, local building codes, and environmental regulations. Insuring a safe a productive site.
- Collaborated with owners, architects, and engineers to resolve design and construction challenges.
Lead Superintendent
Grant Robinson Builders
11.2009 - 01.2020
- Lead Superintendent responsible for project direction and completion.
- Responsible for day to day operations for multi million dollar custom home projects in the Lake Tahoe area.
- Technical expertise in all areas of building custom homes from foundation through finish.
- Design capable with a variety of engineering specifications. Moment frames, custom PSL/LVL applications, strong walls, Fox Block, custom hardware, etc.
- Directly responsible for sub contractor performance and scheduling, led self perform framing and finish crews.
- Highly proficient in CAD, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Procore, Raken.
USAF Officer
U.S. Air Force
08.1998 - 11.2009
- Served on active duty for the USAF as a commissioned Officer
Education
Master's degree - Global Energy Management
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO01.2015
Bachelor's degree - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
10.2005
Skills
- Negotiation
- Data Center Design & Construction
- Value Engineering
- EHS Program Requirements and Adherence
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Mission-Critical Infrastructure (MEP, BMS, EPMS, UPS, Cooling)
- Risk Mitigation & Quality Assurance
- Stakeholder Communication
- Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
- Scheduling (Primavera P6, MS Project)
- Data Center Commissioning
- Oracle
- Construction Management
- PMP
- Project leadership (15 years)
- Construction management software
- Commercial construction (10 years)
- Lean
- Data center experience (2 years)
- Supervising Experience
- Bluebeam
- ProCore (10 years)
- Mechanical knowledge
- Proposal Writing
- Contracts
- Leadership
- Project Planning
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Office
- Civil engineering
- Low Voltage
- Project implementation
- Time management
- Construction Estimating
- Project Coordination
- AutoCAD
- CAD
- Primavera
- Project Management
- SharePoint
- Blueprint Reading
- Budgeting
- Electrical Experience
- Communication skills
Certification
- PMP August 2010 to Present
- Driver's License
- OSHA 30
Military Service
- Branch: United States Air Force
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Captain August 1998 to November 2009
Timeline
Construction Manager
Martin Harris Construction
01.2024 - Current
General Superintendent
APEX CONSTRUCTION
02.2020 - 01.2024
Lead Superintendent
Grant Robinson Builders
11.2009 - 01.2020
USAF Officer
U.S. Air Force
08.1998 - 11.2009
Master's degree - Global Energy Management
University of Colorado Denver
Bachelor's degree - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
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