Jesse Malo
South Kingstown
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Rhode Island Mooring Services Inc., excelling in project management and team leadership. Highly organized and productivity-driven, I successfully negotiated contracts and implemented efficiency systems, ensuring on-time project delivery. Passionate about conservation and skilled in data analysis, I thrive in collaborative environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Shell Fisherman
RI Department Of Environmental Management
South Kingstown, RI
- Transplanted polluted quahogs from Greenwich bay into clean spawning sanctuaries around Narragansett Bay, Coastal salt ponds, and Block island.
- Worked with wildlife biologists to improve fishery opportunities and replenish stock in over-fished areas.
Department Manager
Rhode Island Mooring Services Inc.
North Kingstown, RI
04.2015 - Current
- Monitor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Survey sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Supervised team of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Negotiated contracts with customers, suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Led design and development of residential and commercial mooring systems.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients, town and government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable, high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Led weekly production and operations meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for owner review.
- Managed 1200 mooring systems with an average of 700 annual customers.
- Oversee multiple town and private business contracts.
General Contractor
Self-employeed
North Kingstown, RI
02.2013 - 04.2015
- Interior and exterior painting and power-washing
- Brushcutting, mowing, and chainsaw work
- Carpentry repair, patio and walkway masonry
Naturalist (seasonal)
Watch Hill Conservation District
Napatree Point, RI
04.2013 - 09.2013
- Enforced regulations of conservation land and educated public user through outreach programs
- Created and maintained trails, enclosures, and signage to protect fragile biota
- Monitored water quality for 4 sites as part of Watershed Watch
- Assisted researched from area universities in bird and plant inventories.
Store Manager
South County Harvest
Kingston, RI
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Performed daily operations for a large indoor/outdoor horticultural center.
- Ordered, stocked and trained with product representatives.
- Handed publicity, staffing, and advertising.
- Provided expert customer service and horticultural expertise.
Shellfish Warden
Town of New Shoreham
Block Island, RI
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Enforced regulations of the town's shellfish grounds.
- Provided conservation education to the public.
- Prepared and delivered monthly reports to town regarding the fisheries health and population.
Research Assistant
RI Department Of Environmental Management
Kingston, RI
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Produced GIS maps that show the radiolocations and home ranges of all monitored woodcock.
- Analyzed data using GIS computer systems to determine habits of woodcock.
- Created educational/research posters for Woodcock Initiative for the site demonstration area as outreach to private land owners.
- Developed a set of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for habitat management of woodcock and other early successful forest birds on private and state lands.
Beach Manager (seasonal)
Town of North Kingstown
North Kingstown, RI
2007 - 2008
- Supervised a staff of 20 lifeguards and 5 gate personnel.
- Developed public relation liaison skills, 500+ patrons per day.
- Initially started as a lifeguard (2003-05) and head guard (2005-06)
- Responsible for hiring, scheduling, payroll, and disciplinary actions.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
Rhode Island Marine Trades Association
Rhode Island03-2015
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Conservation Biology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island, RI05-2010
Skills
- Excellent time management
- Highly Organized
- Well Spoken
- Multi-tasking
- Productivity Driven
- Team Leader
- Works well with others
- Fast Learner
- Data Input and Analysis
- Computer Skills
- Passion for sales
Timeline
Department Manager
Rhode Island Mooring Services Inc.
04.2015 - Current
Naturalist (seasonal)
Watch Hill Conservation District
04.2013 - 09.2013
General Contractor
Self-employeed
02.2013 - 04.2015
Store Manager
South County Harvest
06.2011 - 01.2013
Shellfish Warden
Town of New Shoreham
06.2010 - 09.2010
Research Assistant
RI Department Of Environmental Management
05.2009 - 05.2010
Shell Fisherman
RI Department Of Environmental Management
Beach Manager (seasonal)
Town of North Kingstown
2007 - 2008
No Degree - Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
Rhode Island Marine Trades Association
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Conservation Biology
University of Rhode Island