Joseph G. Kearns
Poway,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in project supervision and contract administration, notably at the City of San Diego. Proven track record in cost estimation and budget planning, leading teams to optimize workflows and enhance customer relationships. A dedicated leader with a strong focus on achieving operational excellence and strategic project outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Sole Proprietor
Defiance Offroad
Poway, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Sales of veteran, first responder and American made products.
- Repair, maintenance, fabrication and service for off road vehicles.
- Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise
Maintenance Manager
City of San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - Current
- Planning and scheduling work schedules for work sites.
- Inspecting and approving work of private contractors.
- Writing contract specifications and preparing reports.
- Meeting with the public to discuss maintenance concerns.
- Oversee, inspect, and administer maintenance contracts.
- Develops cost estimates and service schedules.
- Record keeping organization.
- Assists in budgetary and work program planning.
Park Utility Supervisor
City of San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - Current
- Plan, assign, supervise and participate in the work of a crew or crews engaged in constructing, installing, repairing, and maintaining irrigation systems citywide.
- Manage mowing staff and equipment.
- Inspects work in progress and after completion and directs or performs corrective action if necessary.
- Investigates and recommends solutions to employee problems and public complaints.
- Review and processes service requests and approve timecards.
- Prepare reports and maintain work records.
- Select, train and rates the work performance of Employees.
Senior Engineering Aide
City of San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Draft letters and prepare reports, drawings, and graphs to meet requested timelines.
- Prepare GIS maps for meeting presentations and City Council requests.
- Update and modify City Asset inventory using SAP and GeoSAP.
- Research As-Built records and drawings using TOTO and Developed Services archives.
- Site check construction projects.
- Utilize GIS for San Diego Sidewalk segments inventory in Cartograph.
Project Manager
Knight & Carver Yacht Center
National City, CA
01.2004 - 12.2009
- Mechanical project supervisor on major yacht refit of all mechanical systems.
- Managed the purchasing of over $5 million in parts and materials.
- Coordinated and monitored subcontractor work and billing and production standards.
- Performed all hydraulic repairs and refits from steering systems to davits to ensure reliable operation.
- Custom retrofitted of yachts to meet specific needs and developed CAD drawings for plans.
- Custom Builds and refits include 'Stiletto' for the U.S. Department of Force Transformation (www.mshipco.com) and M/Y Tatoosh from millionaire Paul Allen (https://www.fraseryachts.com/en/yacht-for-charter/tatoosh/).
Airman
U.S. Air Force
Little Rock AFB, AR
01.1999 - 12.2004
- Supervised a team of eight technicians.
- Effectively used manuals and schematics to troubleshoot problems.
- Expert in all major phase inspections, repairs and rebuilds, specializing in hydraulics.
- Knowledge of all hazards of an active flight line and served as triage instructor for entire squadron.
- Veteran of one peace time operation and two wartime operations earning combat experience and awards.
Education
Liberal Arts & Sciences - Engineering and Mathematics
San Diego Mesa College
Geographic Information Systems Certification -
San Diego Mesa College
Advanced Hydraulic & Pneumatics Principles -
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Contract administration
- Project supervision
- Cost estimation
- Customer relationship management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Budget planning
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Workflow optimization
- Cost reduction
- Strategic project planning
- Operations management
- Key partnership cultivation
Timeline
Owner/Sole Proprietor
Defiance Offroad
01.2017 - Current
Senior Engineering Aide
City of San Diego
01.2014 - 12.2014
Maintenance Manager
City of San Diego
01.2009 - Current
Park Utility Supervisor
City of San Diego
01.2009 - Current
Project Manager
Knight & Carver Yacht Center
01.2004 - 12.2009
Airman
U.S. Air Force
01.1999 - 12.2004
Liberal Arts & Sciences - Engineering and Mathematics
San Diego Mesa College
Geographic Information Systems Certification -
San Diego Mesa College
Advanced Hydraulic & Pneumatics Principles -
Community College of the Air Force