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JONATHAN NELSON

3530 Chesapeake Court, Pearland, TX

Summary

Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

As Built Construction Coordinator & Designer

COBALT ENGINEERING
05.2020 - Current
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications
  • Delivered designs to diverse clients on time and within budget
  • Consulted on tone, style and subject matter, driving layout and design
  • Reviewed, edited and applied style rules to design, complying with company guidelines
  • Contributed to workshops, helping others develop design knowledge and acuity
  • Designed solutions to improve systems and overcome technical constraints.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between construction teams and stakeholders.
  • Reduced budget overruns by implementing cost-saving measures in procurement and resource allocation processes.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers for seamless integration of design specifications into construction plans.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors resulting in significant cost savings without compromising on quality or timeliness of delivery.

AutoCAD Draftsman

PIN POINT SURVEYING
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced design accuracy by diligently reviewing and updating AutoCAD drawings for various projects.
  • Streamlined drafting processes, resulting in increased efficiency and improved drawing quality.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop accurate and detailed technical drawings for construction projects.
  • Reduced errors on project designs by thoroughly checking dimensions, materials, and specifications before submission.

Instrument Technician

HARRIS COUNTY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to install new instruments, ensuring proper functionality and seamless integration into existing systems.
  • Improved overall system performance by carefully analyzing data from various instruments and making appropriate adjustments as needed.
  • Updated hardware and software platforms by implementing automation and efficiency improvements.

Instrument Technician

WOODGROUP MUSTANG
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
  • Utilized GIS software to compile and capture resource data from various maps, following specific data set guidance to achieve optimal results.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.
  • Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
  • Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.

Instrument Technician

INSTRUMENT TECH SURVEYING | SOUTH POINT SURVEYING
04.2017 - 11.2018
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.
  • Positioned and held the vertical rods, or targets, that theodolite operators use for sighting in order to measure angles, distances, and elevations
  • Was also in training to becoming a Party chief to allow me to run my own crew and take upon the responsibilities in the field.
  • Adjusted and operated surveying instruments such as prisms, theodolites, and electronic distance-measuring equipment
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities for increased expertise in the field of instrumentation technology.

Instrument Technician

INSTRUMENT MAN | BAKER & LAWSON INC
12.2014 - 03.2017
  • Adjusted and operated surveying instruments such as prisms, theodolites, and electronic distance-measuring equipment
  • Positioned and held the vertical rods, or targets, that theodolite operators use for sighting in order to measure angles, distances, and elevation.
  • Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly diagnosing issues and providing effective solutions for instrument-related problems.
  • Mitigated potential hazards through strict adherence to safety protocols during all aspects of instrument installation, maintenance, and repair.

Instrument Technician

ROD MAN | DOYLE & WACHTSTETTER, INC
04.2013 - 12.2014
  • Supported process improvements by recommending instrumentation upgrades and modifications based on performance analysis.
  • Mitigated potential hazards through strict adherence to safety protocols during all aspects of instrument installation, maintenance, and repair.
  • Played a key role in the commissioning and decommissioning of instrumentation systems, ensuring a smooth transition between project stages.
  • Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations.
  • Used surveying equipment to grade and measure land profiles before installation of electrical systems.

Education

DIPLOMA -

Brazoswood High School

ADVANCED DRAFTING CERTIFICATION -

Brazosport College
05.2016

Skills

  • Computer Literate
  • Project Management
  • Multitasking and Organizing
  • Research and Development
  • Engineering Blueprints
  • Crew Scheduling
  • AutoCAD
  • Scope Definition
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Team Leadership
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Team building
  • Labor management
  • Documentation control
  • Project management
  • Equipment management
  • Crew scheduling
  • Design review
  • Permitting
  • Subcontractor monitoring
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Site supervision
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Following instructions
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team leadership
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Self control and integrity
  • Relationship building
  • Stress tolerance
  • Blueprint reading

Reference

James Cox-(979) 533-4498

Steven Sylvester-(979) 799-5980

Charlie Jackson- (979) 482-6944

Timeline

As Built Construction Coordinator & Designer

COBALT ENGINEERING
05.2020 - Current

AutoCAD Draftsman

PIN POINT SURVEYING
01.2020 - 05.2020

Instrument Technician

HARRIS COUNTY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
05.2019 - 12.2019

Instrument Technician

WOODGROUP MUSTANG
11.2018 - 04.2019

Instrument Technician

INSTRUMENT TECH SURVEYING | SOUTH POINT SURVEYING
04.2017 - 11.2018

Instrument Technician

INSTRUMENT MAN | BAKER & LAWSON INC
12.2014 - 03.2017

Instrument Technician

ROD MAN | DOYLE & WACHTSTETTER, INC
04.2013 - 12.2014

ADVANCED DRAFTING CERTIFICATION -

Brazosport College

DIPLOMA -

Brazoswood High School