James Drury
Louisville,KY
Summary
Electric distribution construction coordinator with expertise in managing complex projects while ensuring compliance with NEC, NESC, and RUS standards. Proficient in conducting detailed inspections and optimizing crew performance, leading to enhanced asset accuracy through GIS updates. Proven track record in contributing to reliable network deployment and achieving operational excellence.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Electric Distribution Construction Coordinator
Conexon
Owensboro, KY
01.2024 - 06.2026
- Inspected contractor installations against NEC, NESC, utility and local rules to ensure 100% code compliance for all projects.
- Inspected pole line from substation to last pole, arranging replacements for unachievable clearances, overseeing [X] miles of distribution line.
- Performed pole-loading analyses to confirm anchor and guying plans met utility specifications for [X] projects.
- Verified contractor invoices and inspected completed work for contract conformance, processing invoices totaling $[X] monthly.
- Documented right-of-way encroachments, coordinating vegetation crews and permit actions, processing an average of [X] permits monthly.
- Documented cable runs in the field to ensure accurate mapping of network infrastructure. and updated GIS, ensuring accurate network asset records for over [X] assets.
- Updated GIS asset entries from as-built walks to reflect final cable routes and pole elevations for [X] completed projects.
- Conducted site safety inspections for NEC/NESC hazards and documented corrective actions taken, achieving a [X]% reduction in safety violations.
Osp Construction Supervisor
NRTC - National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative
Aurora, IN
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed daily operations of crew and contractors at job sites to ensure project compliance and quality.
- Coordinated with management and supervisors to streamline operations and meet challenging schedule targets.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Trained construction workers on best practices and established protocols to maintain safety and adhere to budget constraints.
- Directed daily make-ready inspections on distribution poles, recorded RUS code violations, and initiated corrective orders.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Engineered Make ready for member Did Ride-outs to check clearances and correct use of RUS codes.
Outside Plant Technician
AT&T
Louisville, KY
09.2012 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with network administrators and server engineers to enhance service delivery.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex customer issues for implementation, maintenance, and support of voice, data, VoIP, and CTI applications.
- Analyzed user-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Developed expertise in communication systems cabling, circuitry and wiring through various projects for public utility companies.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Maintained accurate network documentation by completing daily work reports and ticket closures in the field system.
Cable Splicing Technician
Verizon
Stafford, VA
05.1997 - 07.2012
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics and crawl spaces.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP and CTI applications.
- Established positive relationship with clients, efficiently and accurately processing repair paperwork and resolving technical discrepancies.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Established quality standards and enhanced field productivity to support revenue growth.
- Implemented automated systems for client communications, records tracking and data transfer.
- Coordinated construction schedules across multiple projects to minimize on-site downtime and streamline contractor handoffs for timely project completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chantilly High School
Chantilly, VA01-1986
Skills
- Construction techniques
- Code compliance
- Project inspection
- Site layout design
- Worksite safety
- Safety compliance
- Project planning
- Schedule coordination
- Subcontractor coordination
- Crew supervision
- Site management
- Operational standards
- Staff leadership
- Employee management
- Troubleshooting systems
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
- Scheduling and planning
- Site management
Timeline
Electric Distribution Construction Coordinator
Conexon
01.2024 - 06.2026
Osp Construction Supervisor
NRTC - National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative
03.2022 - 01.2024
Outside Plant Technician
AT&T
09.2012 - 02.2022
Cable Splicing Technician
Verizon
05.1997 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Chantilly High School