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Damon P. Parker

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

Engineering professional prepared to bring high level of expertise to this role. Delivered valuable contributions through hands-on technical support in various roles. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing project requirements. Skilled in interpreting project documentation, understanding project requirements and technical specifications, and quality control and assurance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Engineering Technician I, II, & III

S&ME, Inc.
01.2021 - Current

Construction Engineering Technician I, II

  • Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation for field observations on construction sites.
  • Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects.
  • Daily use of Metafield®, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems.
  • Calibrating field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.
  • Perform Special Inspection observations per the International Building Code (IBC).
  • Communicating daily with management staff, general contractors, and clients.


Construction Engineering Technician III

Same as above with the following added:

  • Ability to mentor less experienced construction staff and interns.
  • Ability to train and coach less-experienced construction staff in testing and observation procedures.
  • Coordination and direction of others on projects requiring multiple construction staff.
  • Assisting project manager with plan and specification review for proposal preparation, project assignments, and training.
  • Serve as a Special Inspection agent, based on certifications and local IBC requirements.
  • Assisting project manager with resolutions for deviations from project plans and specifications.

Construction Services Dispatcher

S&ME, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow across other offices in our region.
  • Maintained accurate records of all scheduled services, improving data tracking for future analysis.
  • Promoted teamwork among colleagues by proactively assisting others when needed.
  • Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with company protocols and regulations.

Chief Land Surveying Technician

The RLS Group, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Safely and efficiently leading a land survey crew to gather field data for developing survey documentation.
  • Safely and efficiently leading a land survey crew to execute accurate layout of various structural and nonstructural elements for construction.

Land Surveying Technician

The RLS Group, LLC
06.2015 - 01.2017
  • Supported chief survey technician in gathering field data for developing survey documentation.
  • Supported chief survey technician in executing accurate layout of various structural and nonstructural elements for construction.

Education

Associate In Engineering Technology - Construction Engineering

Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN
05.2025

G.E.D. - General Studies

Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN
01.2013

Skills

  • Strong leader
  • Data Analysis
  • Materials testing
  • Technical specifications
  • Equipment calibration
  • Quality control and assurance
  • Critical thinking
  • Safety management
  • Peer Mediation

Certification

  • ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector
  • ACI Soils and Aggregate Base Testing Technician
  • ACI Post-Installed Anchor Installation Inspector
  • Face Company Certified Floor Profile
  • ACI Masonry Field Technician
  • MAG Masonry Special Inspector
  • ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing Special Inspector
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction
  • OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour Course
  • Work Zone Safety 101 - UTK
  • TDOT Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) - Basic Training
  • TN EPSC Level 1
  • GSWCC Level 1A
  • TDOT CEI Group 1 General Provisions Certification
  • TDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician
  • TDOT Asphalt Concrete Certified Plant Technician

Timeline

Construction Services Dispatcher

S&ME, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Construction Engineering Technician I, II, & III

S&ME, Inc.
01.2021 - Current

Chief Land Surveying Technician

The RLS Group, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2021

Land Surveying Technician

The RLS Group, LLC
06.2015 - 01.2017

Associate In Engineering Technology - Construction Engineering

Chattanooga State Community College

G.E.D. - General Studies

Chattanooga State Community College