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Cody Dumph

Aurora,CO

Summary

Dynamic, capable, and proven leader with extensive experience delivering the necessary results in multiple fields. Raised on a Colorado cattle farm, this cultivated a powerful work ethic and awareness of individual accountability. Accountability and being reliable have been core tenets throughout my life and work history.

Over 20 years of diverse experience, featuring honorable Army service, including in combat, followed by a successful re-entry into civilian workforce, overseeing qualitative results on substantial multi-million dollar state and federal construction initiatives. I then went on to run a small business for over five years, where I was wholly responsible for generating up to $750,000 in annual sales, along with managing a team of up to a dozen people.

I am detail-oriented and meticulous. Thoughtful and highly intelligent. Focused on achieving results while maintaining unwavering commitment to ethical integrity. Proven leadership skills honed over 20 years, effectively steering self and teams toward achieving strategic goals. Champions a positive and efficient work environment, encouraging continuous growth and excellence among team members. "Leads from the front". Adept at assigning responsibilities in a balanced and thoughtful manner, ensuring optimal team performance.

Exceptional interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, refined through decades of experience, facilitate effective communication and collaboration in pursuit of shared goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

Engraved Blueprint Art
Aurora, CO
12.2019 - 06.2025
  • Directed and managed small business with annual earnings in the range of $750,000.
  • Managed end-to-end processes encompassing marketing, sales, production, and shipment. Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by overseeing all operational phases. Coordinated activities from initial marketing strategies to final delivery. Streamlined workflows to enhance efficiency across sales and production sectors. Implemented strategic offerings to enhance the company's suite of products and services.
  • Optimized profitability by minimizing costs and adjusting pricing strategies. Analyzed financial performance of organization and initiated any necessary corrective actions. Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for goods or services.
  • Managed a team of up to 12 full-time employees and contractors. Facilitated recruitment, training, and retention of top talent across diverse sectors. Spearheaded organizational leadership alongside executive partners to formulate long-term goals, strategies, and company policies. Hired, mentored, and trained staff members to maximize productivity. Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals. Fostered an environment of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.

Quality Assurance & Control Engineer

CtlThompson
Denver, CO
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • CTL Thompson is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that specializes in geotechnical, structural, environmental, and materials engineering services across the Rocky Mountain Region
  • Duties Included:

* Oversaw diverse construction processes encompassing inspections, observations, and testing on geotechnical engineering projects.

* Executed quality control and quality assurance inspections dependent on client specifications and expectations.

* Compaction testing, inspections, and crew/contractor guidance for soils backfill operations

* Footing subgrades

* Pile & drilled caisson installation

* Masonry materials testing

* Inspections and quality assurance testing following asphalt placement & compaction

* Trained & mentored new hires and interns

* Maintained extensive records on testing procedures, frequency, test type, results, corrective actions, construction methods, & more for review and acceptance for both internal external entities.

Lab & Field Technician (Quality Control)

Martin Marietta Materials
Denver, CO
02.2014 - 03.2015
  • Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is an American construction company and supplier with operations throughout the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
  • Responsible for quality control operations in both the laboratory and in the field, focusing largely on asphalt production, asphalt laydown (paving) operations, and quality control testing on aggregate sales.
  • Designated to oversee "field" components of complicated or high-risk projects based on distinctive communication abilities, in-depth knowledge of product and project, along with proven reliability, ability to comfortably lead, and attention to detail.
  • Upheld extensive professional qualifications for local, state, and federal initiatives & projects.
  • Duties Included:

* Conducted quality control testing on daily asphalt production for internal company projects and external sales.

* Laboratory testing regimens for creating asphalt mix designs for regular approval by local, state, and federal organizations.

* Conducted laboratory assessments and tests of aggregates deriving from company-owned quarries for external sales and internal projects.

* Executed fieldwork involving asphalt compaction testing, alongside asphalt laydown inspections.

* Achieved daily tonnage goals by working closely with job foremen, superintendents, and on multiple projects.
* Provided support to construction crews in asphalt laydown & compactions procedures to ensure optimal smoothness, compaction, and consistency.

* Trained & mentored new employees and interns.

* Maintained extensive records on testing procedures, frequency, test type, results, corrective actions, construction methods, and more for review and acceptance by both internal and external entities.

Lab & Field Technician (Quality Control)

Brannan Sand and Gravel
Denver, CO
04.2008 - 12.2013
  • Brannan Sand & Gravel is a division of Brannan Companies, specializing in asphalt, concrete, sales, and other construction initiatives.
  • Responsible for quality control operations in both the laboratory and in the field, focusing largely on asphalt production, asphalt laydown (paving) operations.
  • Designated to oversee "field" components of complicated or high-risk projects based on distinctive communication abilities, in-depth knowledge of product and project, along with proven reliability, ability to comfortably lead, and attention to detail.
  • Helped spearhead new initiatives in Colorado, including warm mix asphalt (WMA), polymer modified asphalt (PMA), porous asphalt, and extensive experience with stone mastic asphalt (SMA) for major highway initiatives.
  • Upheld extensive professional qualifications for local, state, and federal initiatives & projects.
  • Duties Included:

* Focused on high-profile state and federal projects, which utilized aggressive incentive/disincentive programs for quality acceptance.

* Conducted quality control testing on daily asphalt production for internal company projects and external sales.

* Laboratory testing regimens for creating asphalt mix designs for regular approval by local, state, and federal organizations.

* Conducted laboratory assessments and tests of aggregates deriving from company-owned quarries for external sales and internal projects.

* Executed fieldwork involving asphalt compaction testing, alongside asphalt laydown inspections.

* Achieved daily tonnage goals by working closely with job foremen, superintendents, and on multiple projects.

* Provided support to construction crews in asphalt laydown and compaction procedures to ensure optimal smoothness, compaction, and consistency.

* Trained & mentored new employees and interns.

* Maintained extensive records on testing procedures, frequency, test type, results, corrective actions, construction methods, and more for review and acceptance by both internal and external entities.

Airborne Infantryman (11B)

United States Army
Columbus (Ft. Moore - Formerly Ft. Benning), GA
11.2003 - 07.2011
  • Executed responsibilities as infantryman, infantry fire team leader, and infantry squad leader from 2003 to 2011.
  • Held a TS/SCI (i.e. "Top Secret") clearance - NOT current
  • Active duty from 2003 to 2007.
  • Reserve component from 2007 to 2011.
  • Amassed a cumulative 17 months of combat experience in Global War on Terror (GWOT).
  • Served in some of the most high-intensity combat operations of the GWOT, including Ramadi in 2005.
  • Honorably Discharged
  • Awarded various honors & decorations:

- Parachutist's badge (Army Airborne School)

- Expert Infantryman's Badge (EIB)

- Combat Infantryman's Badge (CIB) - "True Blue" Recipient

- Air Assault Badge (Army Air Assault School)

- Good conduct awards, multiple Army Commendation Medals (ARCOMs), multiple Army Achievement Medals (AAMs)

(Not complete - DD214 available upon request)

  • Completed various schools & selection programs:

- Army Infantry OSUT (Platoon & Company Honor Graduate)

- Army Airborne School

- Army Jumpmaster School

- Army Air Assault School

- Army Squad Designated Marksman course

- Warrior Leader's Course (WLC)

- Army Combatives Courses (MAC): Levels 1, 2, and 3

(Not complete - DD214 available upon request)

Education

High School Diploma -

Weld Central High School
Keenesburg, CO
05-2003

Bachelor of Arts - History-Degree Not Completed (80-90 credit hours)

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO

Skills

  • Proven leadership skills
  • Proven managerial skills at multiple levels and in multiple industries
  • Mature with a very high emotional intelligence
  • Strong communication across all mediums and in person
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Extensive problem solving skills and experience
  • Highly versatile and capable of quickly adapting to new challenges
  • Fast learner, easily coached & trained
  • Guided by ethics with a strong moral compass
  • Reliable and accountable at all times
  • Positive attitude with an extensive & expansive perspective
  • Capable of operating in a solo capacity, or in a team environment
  • Computer & technology literate
  • Powerful work ethic with efficient time management skills

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

Engraved Blueprint Art
12.2019 - 06.2025

Quality Assurance & Control Engineer

CtlThompson
03.2017 - 12.2019

Lab & Field Technician (Quality Control)

Martin Marietta Materials
02.2014 - 03.2015

Lab & Field Technician (Quality Control)

Brannan Sand and Gravel
04.2008 - 12.2013

Airborne Infantryman (11B)

United States Army
11.2003 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Weld Central High School

Bachelor of Arts - History-Degree Not Completed (80-90 credit hours)

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Cody Dumph