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Felix Ajayi
Stockton,CA
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Summary
Practical and hands-on Project Manager adept at successfully and effectively interacting with contractors across multiple construction sites. Excellent project management abilities demonstrated by career history of on-schedule and on-budget completed projects. Particular experience in Roadway, Bridges, Pump Stations, Substations, Transmission Lines, Waste Treatment and Water Treatment projects.
Overview
1
1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Engineer
TRC Companies (formerly Vali Cooper & Associates)
Concord, California
05.2005 - Current
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposals.
- Monitored project progress, ensuring conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
- Interacted with state and local agencies concerning compliance with codes and regulations.
- Performed analysis on Bridge, Road, Rail Stations, Substations and Transmission Line technical designs and prototypes in development stage.
- Implemented safety and accident prevention programs for each project.
- Conferred with shareholders and supervisors about project progress and explained setbacks to minimize worry and secure project funding.
- Collaborated with on-site directors, operations managers and supervisors on engineering projects.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings and legal resolutions.
- Coordinated responses to RFIs issued by contractors for numerous Road, Bridge, Rail, Transmission Lines, Pump Stations and Airport operations.
- Fulfilled over 98 % of deadline initiatives saving $100 Million.
- Managed project documents, blueprints and specifications.
- Verified construction documentation conformed to quality assurance standards and client requirements.
- Oversaw quality assurance protocols to optimize designs.
- Managed $100 capital budget for engineering and maintenance projects.
- Examined project specifications to design effective schedules, budgets and project scopes.
- Presented drawings to project managers and incorporated recommended changes.
- Followed up with external contractors, project owners and other stakeholders to gather information and resolve issues.
Interim Director of Public Works/Airport Manager
City Of Rio Vista
Rio Vista , CA
03.2004 - 03.2005
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
- Analyzed completed projects against established budgets to track spending and determine levels of success.
- Reviewed each departmental employee's work performance and advised on ways to improve overall progress.
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education.
- Acted in the capacity of Project Manager on all City Public Works and Airport Construction Projects. These projects included construction and maintenance of Substations, Waste Treatment and Water Treatment Plants, Road, Bridges, Public Parks, Swimming Pools and Airport Hangers.
Associate Engineer
City Of Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights , CA
08.1999 - 07.2003
- Led full project lifecycle efforts, providing leadership from design phase, through quality assurance testing and to final production.
- Developed action plans to aid in meeting defined objectives and streamlining existing processes.
- Participated in designing commissioning/qualification/verification (CQV) protocols for new project development and acquisition.
- Reviewed and corrected work of three entry-level engineers.
- Reviewed Plans, Specifications and Estimates submitted to the City for Subdivision Improvement and Development projects.
- Issued Encroachment Permits to Utilities that had work planned within City Limits.
- Attended City Council and Planning Commission meetings to provide updates on Construction Projects when required to do so.
- Supervised the Construction of all Capital Improvement Projects (Roadway and Bridges) within City Limits.
Senior Engineering Associate
The Spink Corporation
Sacramento, CA
01.1994 - 06.1998
- Participated in designing commissioning/qualification/verification (CQV) protocols for new project development and acquisition.
- Led full project lifecycle efforts, providing leadership from design phase, through quality assurance testing and to final production.
- Developed action plans to aid in meeting defined objectives and streamlining existing processes.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
- Coordinated the efforts of several engineering disciplines such as Electrical Engineers, Structural Engineers, Civil Engineers , Mechanical Engineers and Environmental Engineers to ensure and achieve a final project objective within budget and on time.
- Monitored the project schedule and budgets to ensure timely delivery of all projects within established budgets.
- Acted as liaison between Government Agencies such as the Departments of Transportation and Water Resources to ensure project approvals.
Assistant Resident Engineer
California Department Of Transportation
San Francisco, CA
06.1988 - 04.1994
- Analyzed survey reports, maps, blueprints and other topographical and geologic data to effectively plan infrastructure and construction projects.
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposals.
- Drafted and reviewed reports and specifications, including construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
- Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
- Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
- Computed load and grade requirements, material stress factors and water flow rates to determine design specifications.
- Reviewed and assisted in performing technical bid analysis.
- Determined project feasibility by estimating materials costs and sourcing requirements.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Tested soils and materials to determine foundation strength.
- Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
- Prepared and maintained accurate and work records and reports using the Department of Transportations' Proprietary software.
- Served as lead project engineer and manager on two highway projects.
- Supported CIP projects and managed street and pavement projects.
Education
MBA - Project Management
University Of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11.1998
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
California State University
Fresno, CA11.1987
Skills
- Project management experience
- Estimation accuracy
- Construction expertise
- Construction management
- Electrical engineering
- Mechanical engineering
Certification
- Project Management Certificate -Villanova University
Timeline
Resident Engineer
TRC Companies (formerly Vali Cooper & Associates)
05.2005 - Current
Interim Director of Public Works/Airport Manager
City Of Rio Vista
03.2004 - 03.2005
Associate Engineer
City Of Citrus Heights
08.1999 - 07.2003
Senior Engineering Associate
The Spink Corporation
01.1994 - 06.1998
Assistant Resident Engineer
California Department Of Transportation
06.1988 - 04.1994
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
California State University
MBA - Project Management
University Of Phoenix