KADDEN LESTER
Mount Vernon,OH
Summary
Resourceful Project Engineer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess in-depth knowledge in project management, process optimization, and technical documentation. Excel at communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to navigate project challenges effectively.
Overview
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1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
George J. Igel & Co., Inc.
Columbus, OH
09.2026 - Current
- Reviewed plans and specifications for site work, concrete, and roadway construction projects.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to construction commencement.
- Coordinated project schedules, submittals, and RFIs for George J. Igel construction crews.
- Tracked material orders, deliveries, and subcontractor coordination across active project sites.
- Monitored work progress against contract documents and construction drawings.
- Communicated with clients, engineers, and field teams on project requirements and changes.
- Communicated with clients to understand their needs and preferences. to interpret needs and requirements.
Traffic Light Technician
City of Mount Vernon | Street Department | Public Works
Mount Vernon, OH
06.2024 - Current
- Troubleshoot equipment and infrastructure problems in the field and independently determine appropriate solutions.
- Respond to service calls and changing field conditions while maintaining safety, productivity, and reliable completion of work.
- Troubleshot equipment and infrastructure problems in the field, determining and implementing effective solutions.
- Responded to service calls and adapted to changing field conditions while upholding safety standards and ensuring dependable work completion.
- Coordinate field activities with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and other personnel to complete time-sensitive work.
- Coordinated field activities with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and other personnel to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintain vehicles, equipment, tools, and materials required for daily field operations.
- Work independently and as part of a crew in demanding outdoor conditions while maintaining professional standards and safety practices.
Highway Technician
Ohio Department of Transportation
Mount Vernon, OH
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted highway and roadway maintenance in outdoor, equipment-intensive construction environment to ensure safe and functional roadways.
- Operated heavy equipment and commercial vehicles while managing tools, materials, and roadway infrastructure to support construction and maintenance efforts.
- Performed construction and maintenance activities requiring safe equipment operation, jobsite awareness, and attention to changing field conditions.
- Worked around active roadways and construction environments while maintaining safety for coworkers, motorists, and the public.
- Adapted to changing weather, jobsite conditions, and operational priorities while maintaining productivity.
- Executed time-sensitive assignments both independently and as part of a professional field crew, ensuring project timelines were met.
- Developed practical experience with equipment operation, maintenance, jobsite logistics, and material handling.
- Communicated with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and the public while performing roadway operations.
Marketing & Sales Associate
MFM Building Products
Coshocton, OH
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Cultivated customer relationships and conveyed product information effectively in building-products environment.
- Collaborated with customers and prospects to assess needs and recommend suitable products and solutions.
- Built professional relationships through communication, follow-up, responsiveness, and problem solving.
- Established professional relationships through proactive communication, follow-up, and effective problem solving.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Muskingum University
New Concord, OH 08.2020 - 05.2022
Skills
- Construction management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Contract document reviews
- Submittal reviews
- RFI management
- Material tracking
- Material ordering
- Subcontractor management
- Crew & Team Coordination
- Project scoping
- Progress documentation
- Field support
- Construction operations
- Jobsite safety
- Technical Problem Solving
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Field support
- Project development
Certification
Class A CDL Ohio
Timeline
Project Engineer
George J. Igel & Co., Inc.
09.2026 - Current
Traffic Light Technician
City of Mount Vernon | Street Department | Public Works
06.2024 - Current
Highway Technician
Ohio Department of Transportation
11.2022 - 06.2024
Marketing & Sales Associate
MFM Building Products
05.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Muskingum University
08.2020 - 05.2022