Dusty Laurent
Orlando
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety and Health Officer/ Quality Control Manager
ACE Consultants
09.2023 - Current
- -Coordinated daily safety meetings, safety inductions and Foreign Object Debris protocol with contractors to ensure compliance with safety protocols update safety notification systems; leading to improved safety protocols at the Airbus Flight Assembly Line project.
- -Completion of audits & inspections and present findings at to the company safety committee at the Airbus Flight Assembly Line project.
- -Created new procedures for the prime contracting company regarding safe coactivity that lead to decreased conflicts and improved safer work environment at the Airbus Flight Assembly Line project.
- -Conducted daily safety meetings, weekly safety audits and updated safety notifications for the Army Core of Engineers Tenkiller Dam Repair project.
- -Check safety to include compliance with the safety plan and activity hazard analysis. Review the activity hazard analysis with workers to Veteran Affairs personnel on a cemetery phase 2 expansion at the Dallas Fort-Worth National Cemetery.
Site Safety and Health Officer/ Quality Control Manager
AMBICA General Services
05.2019 - 09.2023
- -Spearheaded a 6-member team of licensed contractors and engineers to replace fire alarm control panel, devices and components at NASA Operations and Controls building; achieved 100% compliance with state and federal regulations
- -Upgraded safety protocols and complied with NFPA 101 code by installing emergency exit signs and air horns in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Operations and Controls building; ensured swift evacuation of occupants in case of a fire emergency.
- -Collaborated with an Environmental Engineer to assess site conditions, identifying mercury-containing devices, asbestos and wastewater; oversaw safe disposal, safeguarding the well-being of 200+ employees and reducing the risk of environmental impact.
- -Coordinated weekly safety meetings and preparatory meetings with contractors to ensure compliance with safety protocols; led to zero safety incidents in the 3 months duration project at the Virgin Island National Guard facility.
- -Oversaw and enforced safety policies and procedures for 20+ contractors and subcontractors during gun range renovation project at Marine Corps Logistics Base; zero incidents reported over a 20-month period.
- - three-phase inspections to ensure that contractor is complying with both the NAVFAC Safety Requirements and the contractor's Accident Prevention plan for the gun range renovation project that prevented incidents and ensured project progress ahead of schedule on an HVAC renovation project at the Marine Corps Logistics Base.
- -Reviewed project plans and specifications and inspections with 8 contractors to confirm the complete demolition and installation of an HVAC system renovation of the Distribution facility at the Marine Corps Logistics Base.
Project Coordinator
Orange County Convention Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
- -Coordinated and supervised a multifaceted project team comprising of 20+ employees, vendors and contractors; ensured timely completion of project milestones of a 20,000 square foot roof renovation of the facility.
- -Conducted daily Inspection Reports of renovations of facilities and installment of equipment by taking pictures and documenting progress of work and working with architects to conduct final inspection of restroom renovations, security camera installations and interior furnishings.
- -Examined and evaluated all mechanical plans to ensure consistency with project specifications and industry standards, providing timely feedback to contractors and collaborating with project managers to resolve issues.
Project Engineer
ACY Contractors
12.2015 - 04.2017
- -Verified construction drawings and blueprints to identify incomplete tasks and ensure quality control during final inspection for Orange County Convention Center renovation phase 1; closed out project with zero punch list items.
- -Installed doors, barriers and other interior devices. Erected infection control barriers while working in an active hospital space at the Poinciana HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital.
- -Assisted in the installation of pre-cast concrete sections for renovation project at the Tampa International Airport
- -Collaborated with project managers to create cost schedules and takeoffs for pre-construction projects; sent bid invitations to 20+ contractors on the Orlando High-Speed Rail Terminal.
- -Spearheaded material cost estimation for a middle school and multi-family unit project using Bluebeam; identified and eliminated material waste, reducing cost and boosting project efficiency.
Education
Master’s Degree - Architecture and Community Design
University of South Florida
05.2011
A.S. Degree - Architecture and Building Construction Technology
Valencia College
05.2005
Skills
- COMPUTER SOFTWARE SKILLS: Autocad 2020, Red Team Software, HCSS, Microsoft Word, Excel Blue Beam, On-screen Takeoff, Project 2016, Sketchup Pro, Photoshop CS6
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Safety audits
- Incident reporting
- Workplace safety
Certification
- OSHA Training Institute OSHA 30 HR Construction 2022
- 360 Training 40-Hour EM385-1-1 USACE Safety & Health Certificate of Completion 2025
- 10-Hour General Industry Certificate of Completion 2025
- University of North Florida Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) 2020
- HASWOPER Certificate renewal 2025
- Ergonomics Certificate of Completion 2025
- America Heart Association CPR AED 2022
Timeline
Site Safety and Health Officer/ Quality Control Manager
ACE Consultants
09.2023 - Current
Site Safety and Health Officer/ Quality Control Manager
AMBICA General Services
05.2019 - 09.2023
Project Coordinator
Orange County Convention Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
Project Engineer
ACY Contractors
12.2015 - 04.2017
A.S. Degree - Architecture and Building Construction Technology
Valencia College
Master’s Degree - Architecture and Community Design
University of South Florida