Joshua Smith
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
Dynamic Project Management Professional and Navy Veteran with over 22 years of experience in supply chain, maintenance management, heavy equipment operations, logistics, and contracting. Proven track record of delivering measurable results while managing complex personnel support portfolios in fast-paced environments, consistently exceeding expectations of senior leadership. Expertise in logistics management, risk mitigation, and performance evaluation, complemented by ongoing pursuit of Project Management Professional Certification and an Associate's degree in supervision and management of construction. Strong operational leadership skills foster teamwork and ensure mission success, supported by effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy | Various Locations
08.2000 - 12.2022
- Directed 35 junior personnel and 2 Senior leaders in the management of all daily operations including the professional development and mentoring of team members, filling operations requests, tracking equipment status and availability, and ensuring all administrative deadlines were met ahead of schedule.
- Supervised 8 personnel in the safe operation of the Crane Program and its weight handling equipment; employed 3 different types of cranes, including a lattice boom crawler, rough terrain tele-boom, and mobile travel lift totaling $12M in value.
- Inspected and prepared reports on department equipment, personnel, and materials availability/training to maintain compliance with the standardized procedure within the realm of maintenance, operations, and administration.
- Managed logistics for personnel and equipment, optimizing resource allocation across diverse missions.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with Navy protocols and safety regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Navy | Various Locations
- Directly responsible for the safe operation and management of all heavy transportation and construction equipment such as tractor trailers, cargo trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, forklifts, cranes, and asphalt equipment across various project types valued at more than $35M dollars.
- Oversaw the construction of buildings, roadways, piers, grading, and excavation; performed all echelons of maintenance on numerous types of equipment to ensure safe, efficient operations.
- Program manager for a 6-man crane crew in the safe rigging of cable assemblies, exchange of attachments for various lifting and pile-driving operations, and prepared all operational reports for upper management.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and prepared sketches, made estimates of material, labor, and equipment requirements; performed tasks in preparation for hazardous conditions, disaster preparedness, and recovery operations, assisting such relief operations through the building of makeshift hospitals.
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Assistant Project Manager
McLean Contracting Company
01.2023 - Current
- Managed the construction of buildings, roadways, piers, grading, and excavation; Maintained the scope and schedule of all assigned projects from start to finish in direct support of company leadership.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and prepared sketches, made estimates of material, labor, and equipment requirements. Tracked critical path activities and provided updates to the company and the owners of numerous jobs worth in excess of $5M.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Assisted in budget tracking and resource allocation for multiple projects.
Equipment Superintendent
McLean Contracting Company
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed a maintenance shop consisting of 6 mechanics and 1 electrician in direct support of numerous high-profile jobs across the Hampton Roads, VA region by maintaining over 100 types of heavy transportation and construction equipment to include tractor trailers, cargo trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, forklifts, and cranes utilized across various project types.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing incidents during equipment operations.
- Trained team members on proper equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Conducted inspections and assessments to identify equipment needs for upcoming projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to align equipment availability with project timelines.
Transportation/Supply Department LCPO
United States Navy | Various Locations
08.2000 - 12.2022
- Supervised 30 junior personnel and 2 mid-level leaders in the management of all expeditionary support operations including the mentorship and guidance of team members, filling operations requests, tracking equipment status and availability, and ensuring all administrative requirements were met in a timely manner.
- Managed a $15M budget tracking all supply requisitions and requirements including parts procurement approvals, hazmat procurement, and tools and accessories necessary for the completion of all assigned jobs.
- Oversaw Maintenance and Materials Management program in support of efficient and effective completion of assigned projects, procurement and use of parts, tools, and hazmat requirements, the completion of reports, and program assessments resulting in zero failures and safety mishaps.
- Led team in executing operational strategies to enhance mission readiness and efficiency.
- Developed training programs to improve personnel skills and operational knowledge across departments.
Education
Associates of Arts (A.A.) - Supervision and Management of Construction
Coastline Community College
12.2026
Skills
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), ERP
- Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Meet & Chat
- Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows, JIRA, Confluence, Viewpoint/Vista, Autocad, Fleetfocus
- Safety procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Operational planning
- Inventory management
- Personnel management
- Project management
- Procurement
- Discipline and focus
- Teamwork and loyalty
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 35 staff members.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) | Project Management Academy | 2025
- OSHA 30 | 2024
- Specialized Military Training: Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course
- Equipment Operator advanced Course (Batch Plant Operations, Asphalt Operations, Earthworks and Engineering, Tractor Trailer and Recovery Operations)
- ESAMI (Expeditionary Small Arms Instructor) course of Instruction CAT3/4
- Naval Special Warfare Expeditionary Warfare Specialist
- Sling load / LCLA specialist
- Crane Operations Rigger in Charge COI
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Equipment Superintendent
McLean Contracting Company
04.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant Project Manager
McLean Contracting Company
01.2023 - Current
Operations Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy | Various Locations
08.2000 - 12.2022
Transportation/Supply Department LCPO
United States Navy | Various Locations
08.2000 - 12.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Navy | Various Locations
Associates of Arts (A.A.) - Supervision and Management of Construction
Coastline Community College