Daniel Levingston
Columbus,OH
Summary
I am a junior structural engineer working towards my PE licensure. I currently have my EIT license and am able to sit for the PE exam in 2024. I have worked on a large variety of projects from retail stores to school additions to large 1+ million sf warehouses and schools. I have experience in the construction field through the eyes of a project manager as well as a laborer. I am a proud graduate from the Ohio State University with a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering. I am a former Technical Sergeant in the Air Force Reserves with nearly 12-years experience performing many tasks across a wide scope. My journey has been unconventional, but I have been able to gather a large set of skills and experience that will last a lifetime. I am excited to continue to grow and develop new skills and advance my career.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
SMBH, Inc.
10.2020 - Current
- Designed structures for construction using various building materials.
- Participated in design reviews within team-based structural planning committees.
- Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads and other metrics using both manual and digital methods.
- Drafted structural plans using various computer-aided design solutions.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Assisted drafters in developing structural design of products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software.
- Inspected and evaluated existing buildings for structural deficiencies and code violations.
- Helped prepare project budgets, maintain schedules and put together final documentation.
- Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
- Traveled to build sites to collaborate with construction personnel and to confirm compliance with design parameters and regulations.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Displays strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
- Knowledge and proficient in many working engineering software with an emphasis on structural analysis programs (Ex. RAM Elements, Enercalc, etc.)
Logistics Quality Assurance Evaluator
United States Air Force Reserves
11.2010 - 07.2022
- Former Technical Sergeant at 445th Airlift Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
- Being a Technical Sergeant, I have spent much time leading as well as following, developing fundamental skills to engage a successful team.
- Served as quality assurance evaluator in logistic readiness and a member of the wing inspection team.
- Qualified trainer and expert on wide array of vehicles and procedures
- Managed manpower timesheet and manpower responsibilities
- 6-month tour in Kuwait where serving as a primary convoy commander
- This role has given me the ability to communicate mission needs to assigned team orally and written
- Coordinated project/mission with multiple disciplines to ensure mission success and unit compliance.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Management/supervision of younger Airmen's development and training.
Construction Project Manager
Indus Hotels
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked as Project Manager for Indus Hotels Corporate office in the construction division performing planning and design work for substantial multi-phase new construction on three $20+ million new hotel builds in Columbus, Ohio.
- Served as the liaison between the corporate office and the General Contractors/Subcontractors.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
Project Superintendent
DML Flooring Co
01.2010 - 01.2020
- This role was reoccurring part-time with approximately six years of full-time experience.
- Started as carpenter apprentice and grew into independent residential construction contractor.
- Lead a design team and orchestrated the planning, design, cost estimating, and phased scheduling of the project.
- Coordinated with other contractors on design elements and general safety rules for project completion.
- Monitored their progress throughout the project, and gives input to ownership on performance.
- Provided professional consultations on a broad range of difficult construction issues and problems.
- Provided advice to other contractors, ownership and requesting organizations.
- Complied with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performed work in a manner that enhanced the safety of the work environment.
- Experienced in a range of construction repairs and production processes.
- Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
- Monitored project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines.
- Continuously inspected job sites for observation of safety protocols by staff and subcontractors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2020
Associate of Arts - Transportation
Community College of The Air Force
2018
Associate of Science -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH08.2012
Diploma -
Central Crossing High School
Grove City, OH06.2010
Skills
- Proficient in a variety of structural analysis programs such as: RAM SS RAM Elements Enercalc SpMats and more
- AutoCAD Revit MATLAB
- Specification Writing
- Structural Inspection
- Project Coordination
- Structural Design Planning
- Code Knowledge
- Project Management
- Finite Element Analysis
- Proposal Writing
- PlanGrid Procore
- OSHA 10 Hour Construction Course
- Leadership Organization Commitment Flexibility
- Adaptability Communication Stress Tolerance
- Writing Critical Thinking Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- Order of the Engineer May 2020 – present
- American Society of Civil Engineers, OSU Student Chapter 2019 – 2020
Timeline
Project Engineer
SMBH, Inc.
10.2020 - Current
Construction Project Manager
Indus Hotels
03.2020 - 09.2020
Logistics Quality Assurance Evaluator
United States Air Force Reserves
11.2010 - 07.2022
Project Superintendent
DML Flooring Co
01.2010 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The Ohio State University
Associate of Arts - Transportation
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science -
Columbus State Community College
Diploma -
Central Crossing High School