Results-driven operations leader with expertise in workflow optimization, project scheduling, and team collaboration. Achieved a 2.10% weld rejection rate while enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Operations Leader
Koch Specialty Plant Services
Houston, Texas
08.2022 - Current
Managed daily field operations to optimize workflow and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Coordinated crew mobilization schedules for capital, turnaround, and maintenance projects.
Trained team members on operational procedures and best practices for safety compliance.
Oversaw tooling and consumable inventory control to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize waste.
Conducted regular safety audits to verify adherence to job site regulations.
Collaborated with management on strategic planning initiatives for operational improvements.
Participated in team meetings, offering constructive feedback to enhance processes.
Evaluated employee performance through consistent feedback sessions.
Oversaw quality control processes, achieving a 2.10% weld rejection rate for 2025.
Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.
Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing labor costs while ensuring operational demands were met.
Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Sales & Estimating Manager
Cust-O-Fab Specialty Services
Sand Springs, Oklahoma
2014 - 07.2022
Managed multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting deadlines on over 1,500 estimates yearly.
Assembled a multidisciplinary team capable of estimating mechanical, capital, and specialty welding projects, and achieving a 38%+ win accuracy.
Reviewed contracts for compliance with company policies regarding pricing, payment terms.
Developed MSA's and rate structures for turnaround, capital, and maintenance contracts.
Collaborated with Operations to develop sales strategies to fill downtime months with projects.
Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to obtain updated pricing information and customer needs.
Negotiated terms and conditions with vendors and subcontractors for materials or services required for a project.
Collaborated with the estimating team to develop specialized estimating tools for accuracy.
Identified areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency within the estimating process.
Provided guidance and mentorship to junior estimators.
Evaluated bids from contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors for accuracy and completeness.
Attended meetings with clients as needed to discuss their project requirements.
Conducted periodic reviews of existing projects to determine if actual costs match estimated ones.
Ensured all estimate documents were organized, up-to-date, and compliant with contractual requirements.
Maintained detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project-specific information.
Analyzed completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs, determining reasons for discrepancies.
Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and validate budget assumptions.
Contributed to the preparation of proposals and presentations to secure new business opportunities.
Negotiated pricing with suppliers and subcontractors to secure advantageous terms.
Conducted site visits to assess potential challenges and incorporate risk assessments into project estimates.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and new materials and technologies.