Daniel Burnap
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Detail-driven Project Quality Control Manager with a strong background in overseeing project quality assurance to ensure compliance with industry standards. Familiarity in leading cross-functional teams and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Skilled in identifying discrepancies, conducting root cause analysis, and developing corrective action plans. Previous work led to improved operational efficiency and increased client satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Quality Control Manager
Hensel Phelps Construction
San Luis, Arizona
08.2023 - Current
- Executed over 1,700 inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
- Redesigned the entire project inspection process to guarantee adherence to contract documents.
- Managed commissioning of complex engineering systems and equipment for optimal performance.
- Trained staff on quality assurance practices and safety protocols to uphold standards.
- Reviewed project documentation for alignment with specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained comprehensive records of inspections, tests, and corrective actions from over 30 trade partners, special inspectors, and third-party consultants.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational excellence.
- Facilitated weekly quality meetings with owners and stakeholders to address concerns.
- Zero non-compliance reports from owners and CMs.
- The sole individual responsible for quality on a $360 million federal construction project.
Project Engineer
Pilkington Construction Company
Yuma, AZ
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported Project Manager on NAVFAC IDIQ for 12 electrical construction projects valued from $200K to $4.4M.
- Published all contract documentation, including Site Safety Plan and Quality Control Plan.
- Developed project schedules using MS Project, optimizing resource allocation and adherence to timelines.
- Analyzed product design and customer requirements to define project specifications.
- Enforced safety procedures and regulations to maintain a clean working environment.
- Facilitated Preconstruction Conferences and Utility Coordination Meetings to address project progress.
- Conducted weekly meetings to review project status and resolve issues promptly.
Senior Instructor | US Army Special Operations Command
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Yuma, AZ
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Led, coached, and directed the performance of 6 highly specialized instructors providing training and instruction in military freefall.
- Managed professional development, staffing, curriculum development, and special projects to support 4 extremely high-risk military courses.
- Increased course quality and throughput by planning, developing, and implementing the Accelerated Instructor Course; lauded by leadership for enhancing instructor knowledge and course delivery.
- Coordinated the logistics, lodging, and travel support before the arrival of a mobile training team; liaised with supply chain managers to identify and fulfill all requirements ahead of schedule.
- Created and implemented an MS Excel spreadsheet to effectively track and account for $1.3M in assets and equipment; performed quarterly audits to ensure 100% accountability.
- Selected above peers to conduct detailed safety audits of high-risk programs across the country; analyzed processes and procedures, identified shortfalls, and wrote/submitted detailed reports on findings.
Team Leader | Force Reconnaissance
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Led, mentored, and trained an 8-person team performing high-risk operations in support of national objectives.
- Oversaw training, development, and performance; led the team during training and real-world operations.
- Established an efficient system to manage team property valued at over $2.5M with zero losses or damage.
- Planned and coordinated the logistics, transportation, and execution of over 100 joint and multiagency security operations; awarded 2 Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals for outstanding performance.
- Managed $1M+ in classified equipment vital to national security and the safety of 120 service members; efforts resulted in zero losses to personnel or classified materials.
- Provided highly detailed classified technical support to the State Department and Global US Embassies; commended for greatly increasing site security for embassies in austere locations.
- Created a Research, Development, and Procurement plan that modernized the team’s capabilities; efforts enhanced effectiveness during large-scale exercises and real-world operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Indiana State University
Terra Haute, ID05-2023
Senior Leadership and Management Course -
Force Reconnaissance Qualification Course -
Skills
- Project Management
- Highly Detailed
- Organized
- Data & Trend Analysis
- OSHA 30 Certified
- Complex Problem Solving
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Office 365
- SharePoint
- Revit
- Onscreen Take-off
- Quality control
- Compliance inspection
- Project scheduling
- Process improvement
Certification
- OSHA 30 – Construction, 01/01/23
- EM 385-1-1, USACE Safety and Health, US Army Corp of Engineers, 02/01/23
- Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM), 04/01/23
- ACI Tilt-Up Concrete Technician 10/2024
- Field Verified - Building Enclosure Management Course 01/2025
- LEAN Six Sigma – Green Belt, 05/01/23
Timeline
Project Quality Control Manager
Hensel Phelps Construction
08.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
Pilkington Construction Company
01.2023 - 08.2023
Senior Instructor | US Army Special Operations Command
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.2018 - 01.2023
Team Leader | Force Reconnaissance
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.2007 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Indiana State University