Justin Oakes
Fort Myers
Summary
Dynamic Chief Engineer with a proven track record at KWPMC, excelling in project management and team direction. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic vendor relationships and optimized maintenance processes. Skilled in troubleshooting and safety management, fostering a culture of compliance and efficiency while enhancing infrastructure performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
KWPMC
02.2025 - Current
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
Lead Maintenance Technician
Aria Condominium
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
Superintendent
Coastal Maintenance and Restoration
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
Lead Maintenance Technician
Terraces of Bonita Springs
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided functional plumbing by repairing leaks, removing drain clogs and lubricating parts.
- Coordinated with regulatory agencies during audits or inspections, demonstrating compliance with established safety and environmental guidelines.
- Served as primary point-of-contact between maintenance department and vendors, ensuring clear communication regarding parts delivery timelines and specifications.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for repair instead of replacement, extending the lifespan of critical machinery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fork Union Military Acd.
Fork Union, VA05-2015
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Radford University
Radford, VA01-2019
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- Safety meetings
- Safety management
- Team direction
- Workflow planning
Timeline
Chief Engineer
KWPMC
02.2025 - Current
Lead Maintenance Technician
Aria Condominium
09.2022 - 02.2025
Superintendent
Coastal Maintenance and Restoration
04.2021 - 09.2022
Lead Maintenance Technician
Terraces of Bonita Springs
06.2020 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Fork Union Military Acd.
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Radford University
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