Keith Lynn
Midland,VA
Summary
I am a well-qualified professional with 30 years’ experience and extensive background in safety and fire protection engineering, supported by professional work experience in engineering principles, code interpretation, and inspection expertise. Active TOP SECRET level clearance.
Engineering professional prepared to bring high level of expertise to this role. Delivered valuable contributions through hands-on technical support and project management. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing project requirements. Skilled in diagnostics, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician
US Department of State
Washington, DC
07.2013 - Current
- Developed and administered IDIQ Contract of Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of sprinkler, fire alarm, and fire pump systems (life safety systems). Prepares action plans for various phases of project accomplishment; ensures plans are consistent with Service goals. Annual budget of $16.7mil
- Produced Sharepoint file server for embassies/consulates worldwide for access to inspection reports and responsible for updates.
- Lead for Technical Review Evaluation Board for reviewing technical proposals for potential contractors of the IDIQ contract.
- Responsible for a complete range of government contract administration activities such as market research, pre-award negotiations, technical review Panel Lead for review/acceptance of proposals, contract close out, developing contract administration plans
- Oversees safety program elements for US Embassies and Consulates. Implement programs to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents and occupational illnesses.
- Reviews Sprinkler, Fire Alarm, and Fire Pump Submittals for conformance with Statement of Work, Project Specifications, and applicable code requirements.
- Responds to contractor Requests for Information (RFI) and produces timely responses.
- Coordinates and leads post-award contract meetings, preconstruction conferences, schedule acceptance meetings, design review meetings, and final inspections.
- Produces Cost Ariba requests (PR) for all task orders related to the IDIQ, repairs and replacement projects, provides proper documentation for contractors to travel/access to posts, updates Building Maintenance Integrated System (BMIS) and Global Maintenance Management System (GMMS) Fire Requests.
- Serves as FIRE GMMS Subject Matter Expert for Embassy FIRE related project requests.
- Uses IPP Disburser invoice software for approval/review of invoicing.
- Creates Annual Budget for IDIQ and life safety system repairs follows through with approval, Point of Contact for all contractors on the IDIQ and DoS posts.
- Conducts Quality Assurance Inspections during annual inspections to verify inspections are per current codes, contract requirements, and Statement of Work.
- Coordinates with contractors to adjust schedule inspection visits to confirm with Embassy’s preference. Reviews task order completion dates, communicates with contractors to confirm inspections will be completed prior to deadlines.
- Tracks IDIQ Contract and repair project progress.
- Input contractor performance data into appropriate databases.
- Authors Scope of Work (SOW), Project Specifications, JOFACs, and Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) for the IDIQ Contract and all fire alarm, automatic sprinkler, and fire pump system repairs and/or replacement projects.
- Serves as Division Lead when Division Chief is on TDY or leave.
- Evaluates and tests fire suppression systems to determine probable causes of failure and necessary corrective action.
- Responds to field troubleshooting requests and performs analysis of technical system problems or issues to provide solutions. Analyze new and existing conditions, processes, products, or other systems to determine the existence, severity, probability, and outcome of hazards.
- Plan, organize and conduct the necessary troubleshooting, repairs, design, and construction of fire suppression systems, including fire alarm and automatic sprinkler systems, fire pumps, foam systems, and FM 200 systems.
- Provides guidance, counsel, and instruction to employees on both technical and administrative matters.
- Originates maintenance plans and reviews preventive maintenance contracts, acts as representative during commissioning and acceptance of new fire suppression systems for new compounds and compound projects.
- Leads final inspections of Posts, prepare reports detailing technical deficiencies witnessed during the commissioning process.
- Review plans and drawings of new life safety systems for conformance with applicable codes, project specifications and Statement of Work.
- Authors drawing review and trip reports of findings and recommendations. Develops and recommends safety policy to higher levels of management.
- Provides all technical recommendations, necessary materials, labor requirements, and cost estimates required to meet minimum levels of fire protection.
- Preside over fire and explosion investigations for origin and cause.
- Provides safety guidance, training, and technical expert to US Embassies staff overseas for safety requirements for daily and long-term construction projects.
Senior Project Manager/Facility Security Officer/Project Engineer
Cavalier Fire Protection
Dumfries, VA
11.2009 - 07.2013
- Responsible for the development of the Overseas Sprinkler Division.
- Prepared cost estimates for material, shipping, and equipment for local and overseas projects.
- Managed thirteen individuals; supervised their performance.
- Engineered fire alarm, suppression, and fire pump systems using AutoCAD and HASS software.
Fire Protection Engineer II/Assistant Fire Marshal
Prince William County Fire and Rescue
Prince William, VA
04.2004 - 11.2009
- Reviewed new life safety plans and drawings for compliance to current state and local building codes, reviewed code variances (code mods).
- Managed five county fire inspectors and five fire investigators.
- Lead building and property inspections to uncover potential fire and safety hazards enforce state and local fire prevention ordinances.
Associate
RJA Group, Inc
Fairfax, VA
03.2000 - 04.2004
- Performed building and NFPA code analysis inspections.
- Prepared project specifications and contract plans including OBO, ARMY/NAVY, and DOS design guidelines and requirements.
- Reviewed fire suppression system drawings for compliance to state and local code requirements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architectural Engineering
Triangle Tech
Erie, PAAssociate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PASkills
- Project management
- Technical Analysis
- Deadline-oriented
- Team leadership
- Detail drawings AutoCAD
- Policy/program development
- Problem resolution
- Proficient with NFPA, IBC, IFC Codes
Certification
- NICET Certified Level IV Wet-Pipe
- Level II Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
- Level II Fire Alarm Systems
- NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
- 1031 and 1033 ProBoard Certified Fire Inspector
- Fire and Explosions Investigator
- ICC Certified Plan Review
- National Association of Fire Investigators Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator/Instructor
Timeline
Engineering Technician
US Department of State
07.2013 - Current
Senior Project Manager/Facility Security Officer/Project Engineer
Cavalier Fire Protection
11.2009 - 07.2013
Fire Protection Engineer II/Assistant Fire Marshal
Prince William County Fire and Rescue
04.2004 - 11.2009
Associate
RJA Group, Inc
03.2000 - 04.2004
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Arts - Architectural Engineering
Triangle Tech