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Justin Harrison

Idaho Falls,ID

Summary

Dynamic project manager with extensive experience at the Department of Defense, excelling in facility improvements and construction. Proven leader in large-scale project management, achieving 80% savings on multimillion-dollar budgets. Skilled in mechanical engineering and strategic planning, fostering collaboration across teams to ensure mission success and regulatory compliance. Innovative General Engineer with a solid foundation in design, analysis, testing and project management. When an off-the-shelf solution is not available, demonstrated ability to design, fabricate, and test rapid solutions in the field. Strong background in both civil and mechanical engineering sectors, showing versatility and adaptability. Exceptional problem-solving skills, coupled with a proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes. Provided significant contribution to previous workplace through innovative process improvement strategies and high-quality deliverables.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

AFG inc
Herndon, VA
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Advised architecture project managers on selection of UPS and flywheel backup systems for solar initiatives.
  • Provided consulting services to various government agency project managers.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of diverse scales.
  • Conducted periodic site inspections to assess quality and progress.
  • Coordinated operations within GSA buildings across DMV area.
  • Interfaced with representatives from FBI, DOJ, FDIC, and National Park Service.
  • Resolved boiler issues for FDIC renovation by troubleshooting and implementing corrective actions for LEED-certified system.
  • Managed project documentation to ensure compliance and effective record-keeping.

GG - 13 General Engineer

U.S. Army Intelligence Command
Fort Belvoir, VA
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Led facility improvement and construction projects aligned with USA INSCOM mission objectives.
  • Served as technical subject matter expert for electro-mechanical systems, including HVAC and power generation.
  • Managed technical oversight for system installations within INSCOM compound, ensuring specification compliance.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency while maintaining product quality standards.
  • Formulated detailed plans based on comprehensive drawings.
  • Determined design criteria and specifications to guide project development.
  • Conducted analyses focused on failure reduction, reliability enhancement, or yield improvement.

EOD Flight Commander

USAF
F E Warren AFB, JBER, WY, AK
12.2013 - 06.2020
  • Led base efforts in hosting the awards team, culminating in the 2020 Commander in Chief Installations Excellence Award at JBER.
  • Strategized and directed 20 EOD technicians in the identification, rendering safe, and disposal of explosive hazards, protecting 31,000 sorties, $33 billion in assets, and 30,000 personnel.
  • Budgeted and managed multimillion-dollar projects, exhibiting savings of 80% over contractors' performance.
  • Partnered with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center and Pacific Air Forces units in devising new rapid base recovery after-attack procedures and equipment, including the design and development of new tools produced at the unit level via additive manufacturing methods that became central to the Air Force ACE strategy. Demonstrated annually since its inception in 2019 at Air Force Cope North exercises.
  • Led Fabrication of 30 Container buildings in constructing Military Operations in Urban Terrain Explosive Training Complex.
  • Recognized as an SME (selected from a pool of 20+) to conduct war gaming scenarios; coordinated Naval Special Warfare Joint Coalition Exercises, including mission planning with senior leaders across multiple commands in the CENTCOM AOR and the Republic of Korea.
  • Hosted a DoD, DOE, technical exchange event. Guided 68 personnel in a national nuclear recovery exercise, piloting the 1st Air Force event of its kind. Established the Air Force as the lead agency in the Initial Response Force.
  • Drove the Launch Facility safing operation with the 90th Missile Maintenance Squadron and Air Force Missile Safety Center engineers. Successfully saved launch facility, restoring Minuteman III sortie to alert status.
  • Led EOD teams in eight Base Nuclear Surety Inspections, consistently recognized with Base Superior Team Awards, with no write-ups. Recognized by the base Inspector General as superior performers in inspections. Recognized as the Mission Support Group Team of the Year, 2016.
  • Facilitated National Nuclear Accident Incident exercises, coordinated with 19 federal, state, and local agencies, and piloted the concept of operations for a tactical response force, establishing the Air Force as the lead agency for future real-world response.
  • Drove the THAAD mission beddown in the CENTCOM AOR in coordination with the Missile Defense Agency, built the concept of operations, and corrected 30 shortfalls, posturing the expeditionary wing for a $3.8 billion air defense system.
  • THAAD missile system SME for Alaska Command and Kodiak Island launch facility. Partnered with the Missile Defense Agency in conducting 12 days of launch facility tests critical to the Indo-Pacific missile defense umbrella.
  • Designed explosive bunker, achieving $250K savings compared to contract value. Coordinated bids to secure competitive pricing and timely project execution. Oversaw construction processes to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
  • Ranked the Best Air Force Global Strike Command EOD unit in 2015 and 2016.
  • Consistently ranked in the top 10% of the peer group, earning awards at the base and command level for nine years.

Officer in Charge (OIC) Construction

USAF
Ellsworth AFB, SD
09.2011 - 09.2012
  • Managed a $6 billion installation, delivering environmental compliance, energy consumption, military and civilian housing, real property records, land grants, and leases.
  • Led 34 engineers, construction inspectors, and surveyors in executing a $110 million portfolio; received the Officer of the Quarter award for the squadron.
  • Partnered with the Army Corps of Engineers to construct a $14.1 million MQ-9 Reaper drone ground control facility.
  • Managed a $2M hydrant aircraft fuel project, replacing 22 faulty filters and outlets, restoring the refuel capability of the B-1 Lancer bombing fleet to 70 sorties per month.
  • Designed Air Force Financial Services Center headquarters remodel. Led 45 engineers and craftsmen in the design and construction of office and command suite spaces to facilitate Air Force-mandated footprint consolidation, saving $200K versus contract costs.
  • Executed a $5M runway keel repair project, rapidly replacing 135K square feet of runway, restoring mission capability for the global strike mission in 35 days.
  • Directed a $16 million dollar deployment center construction, consolidating the rapid deployment process in one facility, accelerating the boots-on-ground rate in the war on terror by 50 percent.

Education

Senior Civil Engineer Officer - Air Force Civil Engineering

Air Force Squadron Officer School in Residence
Maxwell AFB, AL
09-2016

Advanced Diagnostics Training 1 - Radiological Materials

Sandia National Laboratories
Kirkland AFB, NM
07-2016

Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Defeat - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

NAVSCHOLEOD
Eglin AFB, FL
06-2016

Senior EOD Technician - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

NAVSCHOLEOD
Eglin AFB FL
12-2013

Civil Engineer Officer/EOD Flight Management - Air Force Civil Engineering

Air Force Institute of Technology
Wright Paterson AFB OH
06-2012

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05.2011

Skills

  • System design
  • Civil engineering
  • Project management
  • Explosive siting and safety
  • Commander advisement
  • 3D printer rapid prototyping
  • Budgeting
  • Construction
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Large-scale project management
  • SolidWorks
  • Budgeting at multimillion-dollar level
  • ASME codes & standards
  • MATLAB
  • DoD Experience
  • AutoCAD
  • Program management
  • Explosive charge and bunker design
  • Nuclear accident incident response procedures
  • Coordination with the Accident Response Group, Sandia National Laboratories
  • Forecasting
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • CAD
  • Mechanical design
  • C/C
  • Leadership
  • Identifying and securing resources for mission success
  • Leadership above pay grade
  • Advocating and collaborating across competing requirements
  • Budget management
  • Construction oversight
  • Facility improvements
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Schematic reading
  • Codes compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • 3D design and simulation software
  • Robotics knowledge

Certification

  • Top Secret Clearance
  • Secret Clearance
  • TS/SCI
  • OSHA 30, 12/2022 to 09/2023
  • 30 Hour Construction Safety and Health

Accomplishments

  • 28th Civil Engineer Squadron Officer of 3rd Quarter FE Warren AFB WY 2012
  • #2/9 Company Grade Officers 90th Civil Engineer Squadron FE Warren AFB WY 2013-2014
  • #1/22 Company Grade Officers 90th Mission Support Group FE Warren AFB WY 2013-2014
  • #1/8 Company Grade Officer 90th Civil Engineer Squadron FE Warren AFB WY 2014-2015
  • #4/19 lieutenants 90th Mission Support Group FE Warren AFB WY 2014-2015
  • Recognized Leader of 90th Mission Support Group Team of the Year FE Warren AFB WY 2014-2015
  • #1/6 Company Grade Officers 90th Civil Engineer Squadron FE Warren AFB WY 2015-2016
  • #3/26 Company Grade officers 90th Mission Support Group FE Warren AFB WY2015-2016
  • #1/7 Company Grade Officers 90th Civil Engineer Squadron FE Warren AFB WY 2016 - 2017
  • #2/24 Company Grade Officers 90th Mission Support Group FE Warren AFB WY 2016-2017
  • #3/9 Company Grade Officers 673rd Civil Engineer Squadron Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson AK 2017-2018
  • #17/258 Company Grade Officers 673rd Air Base Wing Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson AK 2017-2018
  • #2/12 Company Grade Officers 673rd Civil Engineer Squadron Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson AK 2018-2019
  • #9/281 Company Grade Officers 673 Air Base Wing Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson AK 2018-2019
  • Commander in Chiefs Installation Excellence Award Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson AK 2020

Timeline

Project Manager

AFG inc
10.2022 - 02.2023

GG - 13 General Engineer

U.S. Army Intelligence Command
10.2021 - 01.2022

EOD Flight Commander

USAF
12.2013 - 06.2020

Officer in Charge (OIC) Construction

USAF
09.2011 - 09.2012

Senior Civil Engineer Officer - Air Force Civil Engineering

Air Force Squadron Officer School in Residence

Advanced Diagnostics Training 1 - Radiological Materials

Sandia National Laboratories

Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Defeat - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

NAVSCHOLEOD

Senior EOD Technician - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

NAVSCHOLEOD

Civil Engineer Officer/EOD Flight Management - Air Force Civil Engineering

Air Force Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of South Florida

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