Dwane Belin
Summary
More than 18 years of telecommunications construction, inspection, implementations, engineering, outside plant protection, GPS'ing of routes, As-Builting, and Project Management experience. These various roles have provided in-depth knowledge in Telecom Construction Management, ensuring all projects are completed safely, accurately, timely and efficiently with responsibility for construction and engineering budgets. Providing my technical expertise and leadership, ensuring standardized and improved processes. Analytical leader, with a high level of responsibility and commitment, with strong organizational and planning skills. Honorably discharged Army Veteran, accustomed to taking on challenging tasks, in search of new work challenges and establishing objectives to continue growing professionally, thus contributing positively growth of the company to achieve professional development in accordance with the requirements, providing excellent performance, through constant and efficient work.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
OPGW PROJECT MANAGER
SDT Solutions, LLC
07.2018 - Current
- Document and permit management with state, county, city, federal municipalities and Right-of-Way Authorities, for state and city county entities along with the Army Core of Engineers, cultural resources, and major railroad companies such as Norfolk Southern and CSX Railroads. Apply for and manage permitting requests for the afore mentioned entities.
- Maintain dig/locate tickets for 811 one call in all construction areas.
- Manage, supervise and design a multi-million-dollar 101-mile Underground Fiber Optic Installation, for Georgia Power and Backbone/Long Haul Cable
- Direct, manage, track and prioritize capital and operational expenditure budgets
- Create and maintain alliances with local and state municipalities
- Provide regular updates to municipalities, other local contacts, and stakeholders
- Maintain onsite required work permits, dig tickets (811 one call), construction drawings, and redlines
- Conduct weekly safety meetings with construction crews and inspectors
- Managed and oversaw, at maximum, 10 construction inspectors and 8 to 12 construction teams.
- Stayed within compliance with the schedule and the MOP established for the project by AT&T and GPC
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams, and managed workflow throughout construction
- Developed project status presentations for distribution to clients and project team members
- Present budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites to verify quality and progress
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, suppliers and contractors
- Developed and maintained project plans, schedules and budgets
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project, including specifications, change orders, invoices
- Preparation of project progress reports for executive review.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Coordinated with systems partners to finalize designs and confirm requirements.
INSPECTOR
SDT Solutions, LLC
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Coordinated and inspected the placement of underground fiber optic cable for AT&T's Florence KY to Lexington KY Long-haul Project
- Responsible for complying with AT&T, DOT, City, County, State and Federal policies and guidelines in the construction company
- Maintain onsite required work permits, dig tickets (811 one call), construction drawings, and redlines
- Report to the Lead inspector daily with progress reports, daily production logs, and all other project placement logs
- Locate and Plant Protection of AT&T Live fiber optic cable on and near AT&T right of way
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams, and managed workflow throughout construction
- Developed project status presentations for distribution to clients and project team members
- Present budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites to verify quality and progress
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Educated staff on safety and quality improvement strategies to uplift standards.
LEAD INSPECTOR
SDT Solutions,LLC
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Manage a maximum of 11 inspectors, coordinate, manage and train
- Specifications for laying underground fiber optic cable
- Responsible for document management, procedures and permits and compliance according to the M.O.P
- In inspectors
- Weekly safety meeting with contractors and inspectors and ensuring compliance with SDT and AT&T project and company policies, and workplace safety practices
- Maintained regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved team performance.
- Increased project success rate by providing technical guidance to junior inspectors on complex tasks.
- Enhanced pipeline safety by conducting thorough inspections and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated open communication among team members while fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Maintained high-quality standards with meticulous attention to detail during all stages of construction.
- Reduced downtime by coordinating utility relocations and facilitating communication between contractors and utility owners.
- Identified and addressed potential risks during inspections, leading to a safer working environment for all team members.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Coordinated with systems partners to finalize designs and confirm requirements.
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
SDT Solutions
06.2004 - 05.2014
- Exceeded productivity goals by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on deadlines while maintaining strict attention to detail during inspections.
- Acted as a liaison between departments to facilitate clear communication regarding product specifications and any necessary adjustments required due to non-conformance findings during inspections.
- Collaborated with engineering teams for the successful resolution of complex quality issues, ensuring product performance met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Coordinated and inspected the placement of underground fiber optic cable for AT&T's Long-haul Project's through-out NC, VA, and D.C.
- Report to the Lead inspector daily with progress reports, daily production logs, and all other project placement logs
- Maintained accurate records of all inspection activities, providing timely reporting to management on key performance indicators related to quality assurance efforts.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance documentation, clearly outlining procedures and reporting requirements for all team members.
- Locate and Plant Protection of AT&T Live fiber optic cable on and near AT&T right of way
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams, and managed workflow throughout construction
Education
High School Diploma -
Hannah Pamplico High School
Pamplico, SC06.1986
Certificate IT Cisco Based - IT Network Operating System Cisco Based
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SANFORD, NC05.2012
Certificate in Basic Telecommunications -
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SANFORD, NC12.2008
Skills
- Experience in telecommunications construction and fiber placement guidelines
- Project planning and development
- Client Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Document Management
- Strong project management, negotiation and presentation skills
- Commitment to OSHA regulations and best workplace safety practices
- Direct, manage, track and prioritize capital and operational expenditure budgets
- Create and maintain alliances with local and state municipalities Provide regular updates to municipalities and other local contacts
- Procedure development
- Team Leadership: Provide direction to multiple teams and lead construction projects
- Excellent mathematical skills, working knowledge of OSP, and detailed knowledge of engineering and construction design practices of the telecommunications industry
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
References
References available upon request
Timeline
OPGW PROJECT MANAGER
SDT Solutions, LLC
07.2018 - Current
INSPECTOR
SDT Solutions, LLC
10.2016 - 07.2018
LEAD INSPECTOR
SDT Solutions,LLC
03.2012 - 05.2014
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
SDT Solutions
06.2004 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Hannah Pamplico High School
Certificate IT Cisco Based - IT Network Operating System Cisco Based
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Certificate in Basic Telecommunications -
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE