James Sorensen
Seabeck,WA
Summary
With over 20 years of engineering experience, I am a seasoned professional specializing in Quality Assurance maintenance planning, supervision, inspections, and technical work. I am known for my meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to maintaining high standards of work practices, procedures, and testing requirements. I have a proven track record of ensuring compliance with complex specifications, building codes, plans, and regulations, resulting in reliable and sustainable outcomes. My expertise extends to collaborative and investigative approaches, excelling in all aspects of building inspections and project management, thereby safeguarding the integrity and safety of the built environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
15
15
Certificates and Qualifications
Work History
Quality Inspector/Transportation Engineering Technician
Washington State Department of Transportation
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted daily inspections and assisted in the management of the $400M+ SR-167 completion project, ensuring compliance with rigorous quality and technical standards.
- Inspected and conducted random testing of construction materials for quality verification.
- Improved construction quality by conducting thorough inspections of materials, methods, and structural integrity of transportation infrastructure under construction.
- Performed inspections of under-construction transportation infrastructure, including roadways, bridges, structural steel, signage, embankments, walls, illumination and drainage systems.
- Provided valuable support to peer-level and senior inspectors by sharing knowledge and offering guidance, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized professional growth.
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as non-conformance notifications to contractors.
- Enhanced environmental and safety compliance by conducting thorough inspections and evaluations of various industrial sites.
Independent Contractor
Sole-Proprietorship
04.2017 - 08.2024
- Evaluate building conditions and requirements, and prepare and execute plans to improve existing structure code compliance, safety, and workflow.
- Coordinate with multiple organizations for build sequence and inspection requirements.
- Implemented quality assurance and customer service standards, 100% customer satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Leading ELT / Chief Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Alabama
10.2014 - 04.2017
- Supervise and provide technical oversight for mechanical, radiological and electrical maintenance in steam plant and nuclear power plant by over 60 personnel.
- Conduct inspections and audits of Quality Assurance maintenance and records for technical, and procedural compliance.
- Train, supervise, and mentor 6 personnel specialized in chemical and radiological controls and analyses on naval nuclear propulsion plant.
- Improved employee buy-in by creating engaging and interactive learning materials.
- Established culture of continuous learning, promoting professional development opportunities for 150 personnel, resulting in 100% first-term division retention.
Chemistry and Radiological Controls Assistant
US Navy - Submarine Squadron Seventeen
09.2011 - 10.2014
- Increased efficiency by implementing improved processes and providing administrative support to 12 Pacific fleet SSBN crews, improving quality and compliance of radiological and chemistry administrative programs.
- Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement, allowing generation of detailed reviews and recommendations provided to organization superiors.
- Supervised, audited, and provided technical oversight for nuclear propulsion plant training, maintenance, and operations, of 600+ personnel.
- Mentored and trained 18 Lead Technicians on Lean concepts, empowering them to identify and proactively address inefficiencies.
- Enhanced fact-finding initiatives and conducted root-cause analysis to ensure value-added corrective measures were taken.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence among multiple interacting organizations.
Leading ELT / Chief Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Kentucky
08.2009 - 09.2011
- Hand-selected to perform in-depth audit and process improvement analysis of all aspects of radiological and chemistry controls, including procedural compliance, technical accuracy, legal records, training programs, maintenance performance, and daily operations.
- Developed and implemented root cause analysis and corrective actions to restore struggling division to full regulatory compliance in less than 3 months, restoring confidence from governing agencies.
- Instilled culture of process improvement developing most junior division into most efficient in organization.
Leading ELT / Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Pennsylvania
12.2008 - 08.2009
- Fostered change and overhauled training, supervision, and mentoring programs of personnel specialized in chemical and radiological controls of naval nuclear propulsion plants.
- Ensured organizational readiness by performing Quality Assurance maintenance inspections, verifying technical accuracy and procedural compliance.
- Enhanced command performance designing and implementing continued education training for over 70 personnel.
- Audited and maintained legal records for accountability and control of nuclear radioactive materials from operation and maintenance of naval nuclear propulsion plants.
Staff Training Group ELT
US Navy - Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Provided supervision and oversight for Quality Assurance maintenance work performed by 5 rotating plant crews.
- Developed continued education training for over 200 personnel, including handouts, training materials, presentations and examinations.
- Provided detailed audit of significant training program deficiencies requiring immediate attention by site and program management personnel.
Crew-Leading ELT
US Navy - Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
03.2006 - 01.2008
- Train, mentor and monitor crew of 8 instructors and 40 students in successful performance of Quality Assurance maintenance in naval nuclear propulsion plant.
- Supervise, train and lead 8 instructors and 40 students responsible for radiological and chemistry controls and analyses of naval nuclear power plants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
The New School
New York, NY01.2007
Skills
- Compliance Auditor and Supervisor
- Quality Assurance
- Technical Inspector
- Site Inspection
- Visual Management
- Team Leader
- Building Material and Building Codes
- Self-Driven Multitasking
- Audit and Report Generation
- Administrative Program Development
- Problem Solving Approach
- Lean Six Sigma Certified
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- General Construction Inspector
- Quality Assurance Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Inspector
- IBC & IRC ICC Certification (in-progress)
- Signage Inspector
- Earthwork/Drainage Inspector
- Hot-Mix Asphalt Placement Inspector
- Guardrail Installation Inspector
- ACI Concrete Testing Technician
- Density Testing Technician
- Aggregate Testing Technician
- Asphalt Testing Technician
- Master Training Specialist
- ADAMS for Supervisors Facilitator
- Lean Six Sigma
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Quality Inspector/Transportation Engineering Technician
Washington State Department of Transportation
08.2024 - Current
Independent Contractor
Sole-Proprietorship
04.2017 - 08.2024
Leading ELT / Chief Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Alabama
10.2014 - 04.2017
Chemistry and Radiological Controls Assistant
US Navy - Submarine Squadron Seventeen
09.2011 - 10.2014
Leading ELT / Chief Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Kentucky
08.2009 - 09.2011
Leading ELT / Machinist's Mate
US Navy - USS Pennsylvania
12.2008 - 08.2009
Staff Training Group ELT
US Navy - Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
01.2008 - 12.2008
Crew-Leading ELT
US Navy - Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
03.2006 - 01.2008
- General Construction Inspector
- Quality Assurance Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Inspector
- IBC & IRC ICC Certification (in-progress)
- Signage Inspector
- Earthwork/Drainage Inspector
- Hot-Mix Asphalt Placement Inspector
- Guardrail Installation Inspector
- ACI Concrete Testing Technician
- Density Testing Technician
- Aggregate Testing Technician
- Asphalt Testing Technician
- Master Training Specialist
- ADAMS for Supervisors Facilitator
- Lean Six Sigma
- CPR Certified
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
The New School
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