Grant Rudd
Salyersville,KY
Summary
Dynamic Engineer in Training and former Head Landscaper at Rudd Landscaping, showcasing a robust blend of creativity and innovation with proven leadership potential. Excelled in complex projects for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, enhancing road quality and landscape aesthetics, while mastering AutoCAD and fostering cross-functional teamwork. Achieved significant project efficiencies, demonstrating adaptability and a keen eye for detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer in Training
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
2021.05 - Current
- Has had many work assignments regarding the recent Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway expansion.
- Worked closely with the secretary of KYTC during the Eastern, KY, floods of 2022.
- Collaborated with maintenance crews to develop innovative solutions for complex maintenance projects.
- Assisted professional engineers in overseeing construction projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
- Built strong relationships with vendors/suppliers leading to cost-effective procurement strategies that benefited overall project budgets.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in engineering techniques and methodologies.
- Familiar with filling out project DWR's (daily work reports).
- Assisted certified inspectors in the testing/inspecting of concrete.
- Has completed hundreds of MRP (maintenance rating program) inspections for assessing road quality.
Head Landscaper
Rudd Landscaping
2018.04 - 2021.04
- Implemented effective seasonal maintenance plans that preserved the beauty and functionality of clients'' outdoor spaces year-round, from spring cleanup to winter snow removal.
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent and clear communication, providing regular project updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely project completion through efficient management of resources, materials, and team members.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by designing and implementing creative outdoor spaces for residential and commercial clients.
- Designed functional outdoor living spaces that increased property value for homeowners while providing an enjoyable environment for family gatherings and relaxation.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12.2025
Skills
- Leadership Potential
- Public Relations
- Creativity and Innovation
- Environmental Awareness
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
- The Kentucky Governor's Scholarship
- The University of Kentucky Presidential Scholarship
Hobbies
- Attending Church
- Playing/Watching Sports (basketball, baseball, football, flag football, volleyball, bowling)
- Building Legos
- Working on Cars
- Playing Video Games
- Going to the Movie Theater
- Off-roading
- Road Trips
- Sight-seeing
- Being Outdoors
Timeline
Engineer in Training
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
2021.05 - Current
Head Landscaper
Rudd Landscaping
2018.04 - 2021.04
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky
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