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Dean Reed

Bowling Green,KY

Summary

More than 8 years of experience across multiple industries including: heavy civil and residential construction, project management, and structural renovation. Professionally trained in business economics and data analytics. Highly organized and detailed with a solid record of meeting and exceeding expectations in both, heavy civil and residential construction industries.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

ClearDefense Pest Control
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - Current
  • Directed and supervised a team of more than 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.

Civil Construction Inspector

HDR INC
Elizabethtown, KY
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Inspected throughout the first stage of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project, including 9 new bridges, 7 rehabilitated bridges, and 3 new interchanges.
  • Performed on-site inspections of civil engineering projects to ensure adherence to plans, specifications and quality standards.
  • Monitored construction of bridge structures and components to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Tested/Inspected soils, foundations, piles, structural steel, concrete, and masonry components for compliance.

Project Manager / Owner

R&R Paint Company
Bowling Green, KY
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Formulated bid proposals, producing a 90% acceptance rate while generating over $100,000 in revenue within the first year.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers.
  • Managed budgets effectively by accurately forecasting expenses and revenues.

Supervisor

LDB Construction
Leitchfield, KY
01.2016 - 12.2020
  • Performed quality assurance checks through daily observation of construction site, ensuring the efficient use of resources.
  • Trained new team members on proper technique and safety, while communicating expectations in the workplace, to improve quality and production.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2023

Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2023

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Cost Estimation
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Building codes and regulations
  • Renovations, building, and demolition
  • Carpentry
  • Data Analysis
  • Direct Sales

Certification

  • Grade & Drain Level 1
  • Kentucky Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control
  • Hazmat Certification
  • Highway Structural Inspection Level 1
  • Work Zone Traffic Control
  • ACI
  • C07 Commercial Applicator

Military Service

Army National Guard 

02/2018 - 02/2024

  • Rank: Sergeant
  • MOS: 88M, Motor Transport Operator
  • Distinguished Honor Graduate
  • Army Achievement Medal (2)

Timeline

Operations Manager

ClearDefense Pest Control
01.2024 - Current

Civil Construction Inspector

HDR INC
04.2023 - 01.2024

Project Manager / Owner

R&R Paint Company
01.2021 - 05.2023

Supervisor

LDB Construction
01.2016 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

Western Kentucky University

Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Western Kentucky University
Dean Reed