Drake Melichar
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Motivated and organized Civil Engineering student with a strong foundation in construction methods, project planning, and field engineering practices. Eager to contribute technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic to a full-time position in the construction industry. Committed to supporting projects from design through completion while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
VA Work Study
Pat Tillman Veterans Center
Tempe, Arizona
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted with the filing of documents and records in an organized manner
- Answered phone calls professionally while addressing customer inquiries promptly
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner while providing assistance when needed
Field Engineer Intern
Kiewit - Taxiway U Project
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Performed various takeoffs, overlays, and estimates to track quantities and do cost estimates for upcoming work.
- Assisted in different PCCP operations, which included creating checklists, work plans, trackers, and supervising the operations themselves.
- Managed and tracked operations done by subcontractors, ensuring the correct quantities and specifications were met.
- Coordinated, drafted, and tracked RFIs and submittals to ensure timely resolution of design and construction issues.
Expeditionary Airfield Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
02.2017 - 06.2021
- Trained, mentored, and supervised 15 Marines throughout the 2020 year which led to three different promotions from those Marines
- Supervised a crew on deployment and successfully installed over 900,000 square feet of AM-2 matting over the course of four months
- Instructed classes to inform and train over 200 Marines into becoming proficient at their specific occupation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2025
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Manitowoc, WI06.2017
Skills
- Technical Skills: Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Excel, Sharepoint, Hand Tools, Cost estimation, Quality control, Construction Planning
- Soft Skills: Time management, Communication, Multitasking, Problem Solving, Customer Support, Resourcefulness
Accomplishments
- Assisted in the planning, construction and supervision of the construction of over 1.1 million square feet of AM-2 matting
- Trained and mentored over 200 Marines which resulted in promotions and advancing the professional development of those Marines.
- Assisted in the recertification of multiple airfield surfaces including a VSTOL, LHD, and HPRU
- Pat Tillman Veteran Center work study of the month recipient
- Project manager for the civil engineering senior design project in 2025
Timeline
Field Engineer Intern
Kiewit - Taxiway U Project
06.2024 - 08.2025
VA Work Study
Pat Tillman Veterans Center
08.2022 - Current
Expeditionary Airfield Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
02.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
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