JAMES INGALSBE
Powder Springs,GA
Summary
Results-driven utilities coordination manager with expertise in project management, safety compliance, and utility conflict resolution. Proven ability to lead teams and improve operational efficiency on high-value civil construction projects. Committed to enhancing safety training and maintaining quality standards.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Worksite Utilities Coordination Manager • Full-time
CW Matthews Construction Co
Marietta, Georgia
10.2025 - 09.2026
- Collaborated with Utilities Adjustment Team to identify conflicts and support utility design on DOT projects, securing GPAS approval for utility relocations on Design Build GDOT projects exceeding $800,000,000.
- Contributed to major infrastructure projects at CW Matthews, one of Georgia's largest civil construction firms.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for construction activities.
- Managed communication between subcontractors and project teams effectively.
- Organized site meetings to discuss project progress and address concerns.
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
North Tarrant Infrastructure( Ferrovia)
Atlanta, GA
03.2020 - 10.2025
- Managed 811 locate requests for all NPC crews and subcontractors to ensure compliance.
- Located Utilities for design engineers to ensure no conflict with construction.
- Performed all WUCS duties according to GDOT specification 107.21 A through K.
- Inspected and monitored work areas, examined tools and equipment and provided employee safety training to prevent, detect and correct unsafe conditions and violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Investigated accidents and damages and prepared reports of findings.
- Designed and implemented temporary ITS relocations and repairs to facilitate uninterrupted project flow.
- Supervised and Directed Hydrovac Crews in the cleaning of underground retention ponds, structures and creeks
- Supervised, assisted in setting and maintaining ITS cameras, power supplies and temporary Traffic control on the entire project in association with subcontractors.
- Developed a walk-through procedure, revised safety corrective actions, and implemented a site-wide policy for all employees and subcontractors.
Lead Tech, Certified Damage Investigator
USIC LLC
marietta, GA
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Investigated utilities damages, identified cause and liability, implemented retraining of technicians based on said investigation results.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Analyzed operational processes to pinpoint inefficiencies and propose actionable improvements.
- Cultivated safety awareness among team members, enhancing overall compliance with safety protocols.
- Engaged with senior management regularly to assess goal achievement and pinpoint areas for operational enhancement.
- Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
- Oversaw personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
LP Locate Tech/ Area Supervisor
STSUtiliguest
marietta, GA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Reduced staff turnover by implementing effective selection, orientation, and training processes.
- Maintained frequent interaction with senior management to measure goal achievement and determine areas of improvement.
- Oversaw staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage and limit overtime hours.
- Identified operational process inefficiencies and recommended improvements to enhance workflow.
Equipment Operator/ Supervisor
Crestar Homes
01.2010 - 01.2011
Operations Manager/ Project Manager/ Superintendent
Ingalsbe Enterprise Inc
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Defined project goals, aligning with strategic objectives.
- Devised plans and schedules for concurrent projects to meet established deadlines.
- Applied project management tools and techniques to facilitate effective change management.
- Organized and led kickoff and status meetings to establish clear project expectations before execution.
- Traveled to customer sites to keep projects on schedule while maintaining high quality.
- Performed quality assurance on deliverables to adhere to client objectives and inputs.
- Developed detailed schedule for planning and tracking manpower, equipment and work orders.
- Assigned tasks to appropriate resources within the company.
- Managed inter-project dependencies and risks to ensure successful project delivery.
Head Of Maintenance
Lorene Lodge
01.1998 - 01.2001
Carpenter Foreman
JD Smith Construction
01.1995 - 01.1997
Assistant General Superintendent
Aztech Construction
01.1987 - 01.1995
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
North Perimeter Contractors (Ferrovia)
Atlanta, GA
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
FAM ( Ferrovia)
Fairfax, VA
Education
High School Diploma -
Osborne High
Marietta, GA06-1989
Skills
- Project Management Software, Construction Documentation, Utility Design Software, DOT Compliance, Executive Leadership, Industry Standards, GIS Applications, Mobile GIS, Motivational Leadership, Operational Procedures, Utility Mapping, Professional Relationships, Construction Cost Analysis, Project Budgeting
- Utility conflict management
- Operational Procedures
- Safety compliance training
- Complex problem solving
- Problem solving
- Team management
- Team development
- Team collaboration
- Executive Leadership
- Motivational Leadership
- Professional Relationships
- Industry Standards
- MS office
Timeline
Worksite Utilities Coordination Manager • Full-time
CW Matthews Construction Co
10.2025 - 09.2026
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
North Tarrant Infrastructure( Ferrovia)
03.2020 - 10.2025
Lead Tech, Certified Damage Investigator
USIC LLC
01.2015 - 03.2020
LP Locate Tech/ Area Supervisor
STSUtiliguest
01.2011 - 01.2015
Equipment Operator/ Supervisor
Crestar Homes
01.2010 - 01.2011
Operations Manager/ Project Manager/ Superintendent
Ingalsbe Enterprise Inc
01.2001 - 01.2010
Head Of Maintenance
Lorene Lodge
01.1998 - 01.2001
Carpenter Foreman
JD Smith Construction
01.1995 - 01.1997
Assistant General Superintendent
Aztech Construction
01.1987 - 01.1995
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
North Perimeter Contractors (Ferrovia)
WUCS/ Locate Manager/Utilities Superintendent • Full-time
FAM ( Ferrovia)
High School Diploma -
Osborne High