Christopher Nelson
Roseville,CA
Summary
Reliable Project Engineer known for being a capable and patient employee. Exceptional communication and time management skills. Pursuing a new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
PR Construction
Sacramento, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Prepared and filed documents and collected data to track performance and efficiency.
- Reduced costs by driving competitive subcontractor bids and effective contract execution.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
Project Engineer
Sunseri Construction
Davis, CA
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed project schedules and cost reports.
- Reviewed and approved subcontractor pay applications and invoices.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between the Owner, Architect, and Contractor to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Managed Submittals, RFI's, material tracking, and change orders.
- Develop & distribute agendas, meeting materials and record detailed minutes.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance, health and safety.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Project Engineer
Staples Construction
Rocklin, CA
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and other documents.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions.
- Assessed qualifications and experience of contractors and prepared RFP packages.
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by architectural firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
- Assisted in planning site layouts and blueprints.
- Generated change orders for project using Procore.
- Handle RFPs, RFIs and RFQs to keep project planning moving smoothly.
Project Engineer/Assistant Superintendent
United Construction
Sacramento, CA
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Reviewed submittals to ensure they meet the plans and specifications of the contract documents.
- Documented meeting minutes of weekly OAC.
- Generated RFI's received by sub-contractors and submitted to design team.
- Tracked procurement and long lead items.
- Assisted (PM) with project controls and project coordination.
- Prepared close-out documents.
Assistant Superintendent
United Construction
Sacramento, CA
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted weekly all-hands safety meetings.
- Coordinated task on-site with sub-contractors and verified work being performed is in compliance per the drawings.
- Prepared 3-week look-ahead and meeting agenda for foreman meetings.
- Verified materials arriving on site.
- Monitored project progress and constraints.
- Scheduled inspections with Special Inspectors and City Officials.
- Maintained SWPP's on site compliance.
Field Engineer
United Construction
Sacramento, CA
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
Machine Operator
Elk Grove Milling
Elk Grove, CA
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
- Operated forklifts, skid loaders, and other material handling equipment.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Maintained good maintenance practices on machines and within work area, complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Tech Center
Citrus Heights, CA2015
Skills
- Pro core certified
- OSHA 30 certified
- First-aid and CPR certified
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Global Harmonization System certified
- Silica Dust Exposure certified
- Construction management
- Subcontractor supervision
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety oversight
- Valid CA driver license
- Job status reports
- Bluebeam proficient
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
PR Construction
12.2021 - Current
Project Engineer
Sunseri Construction
10.2020 - 10.2021
Project Engineer
Staples Construction
05.2020 - 09.2020
Project Engineer/Assistant Superintendent
United Construction
02.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Superintendent
United Construction
01.2019 - 02.2020
Field Engineer
United Construction
02.2018 - 04.2019
Machine Operator
Elk Grove Milling
12.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Tech Center