Kari Leek
Kearns,Utah
Summary
Construction professional with 27 years of experience in heavy civil construction, construction materials testing, special inspections, project management, and engineering support. Proven track record of advancing from field technician to Project Engineer through strong technical knowledge, leadership, and client relationships. Experienced in managing QA/QC programs, preparing proposals and project estimates, coordinating field operations, and supporting commercial, transportation, aviation, military, and government construction projects. Holds multiple ICC, ACI, UDOT, and USACE certifications with extensive knowledge of construction specifications, code compliance, and quality assurance programs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer and Project Manager
CMT Technical Services
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2016 - Current
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CMT Technical Services | 2016 – Present
Project Engineer | 2025 – Present
• Manage quality assurance, quality control, and special inspection programs for commercial, transportation, aviation, military, and government construction projects.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, budgets, staffing plans, and project estimates.
• Coordinate field technicians, inspectors, laboratories, contractors, clients, and government agencies.
• Review testing reports and inspection documentation for compliance with project specifications and code requirements.
• Support business development efforts and maintain client relationships.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring schedule and quality requirements are met.
Field Project Manager | 2024 – 2025
• Managed field operations, project staffing, scheduling, and client coordination.
• Oversaw construction materials testing and special inspection services for public and private projects.
• Assisted with proposal preparation, budgeting, and project planning.
• Coordinated testing activities and report delivery with contractors and project teams.
Construction Materials Testing Technician / Inspector | 2016 – 2025
• Performed field and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt materials.
• Conducted special inspections in accordance with IBC requirements and project specifications.
• Prepared daily reports, testing documentation, and project records.
• Coordinated with contractors and project stakeholders to maintain project compliance.
Sunroc| 2014 – 2016
Heavy Equipment Operator
• Operated a variety of heavy construction equipment on commercial, industrial, roadway, and infrastructure projects.
• Performed grading, excavation, utility installation support, and earthwork operations.
• Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety requirements.
• Worked closely with project supervisors and construction crews to meet production and schedule goals.
Harper Contracting | 1997 – 2014
Heavy Equipment Operator
• Operated a variety of heavy construction equipment on commercial, industrial, roadway, and infrastructure projects.
• Performed grading, excavation, utility installation support, and earthwork operations.
• Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety requirements.
• Worked closely with project supervisors and construction crews to meet production and schedule goals.
Education
GED -
South Point High School
Sandy, Utah Skills
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications
ICC General Special Inspector
ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
ACI Concrete Transportation Inspector
UDOT SRDTT Certified
USACE Approved Inspector
Technical Skills
Construction Materials Testing (Soils, Concrete, Asphalt)
Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
Special Inspections per International Building Code (IBC)
FAA, UDOT, USACE, and Government Specifications
Military Construction and USACE Projects
Concrete, Asphalt, and Earthwork Quality Control Programs
Soil Classification, Proctors, Gradations, and Density Testing
Asphalt Mix Verification and Density Testing
Reinforced Concrete Inspection
Utility Infrastructure and Site Development Projects
Construction Documentation and Technical Report Review
Submittal Review and Compliance Verification
Proposal Development and Cost Estimating
Scope Development and Budget Preparation
Project Scheduling and Coordination
Client Relations and Business Development
Construction Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Team Leadership and Field Staff Management
Software & Administration
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Proposal Preparation and Cost Tracking
Technical Report Preparation and Review
Construction Documentation Management
Project Scheduling and Resource Coordination
Timeline
Project Engineer and Project Manager
CMT Technical Services
04.2016 - Current
GED -
South Point High School