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Keith Nelms, PE

Summary

Talented Professional Engineer (CA and NV) considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 8 years of valuable expertise within the engineering field to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

GCW
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Oversaw the production of civil plans for over a dozen projects simultaneously, mainly consisting of distribution centers.
  • Performed designing of lots for multiple distribution centers to include drive aisles, sidewalks, and onsite utilities.
  • Monitored project performance and reported directly to the Client on progress.
  • Coordinated with contractors, architects, and sub-consultants to resolve project issues and answer requests for information (RFIs).

Project Engineer

Kimley-Horn And Associates Inc.
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Lead civil designer for multiple projects concurrently to include the Caesars Forum Meeting Center as well as multiple distribution centers.
  • Headed improvements for over a dozen McDonald's sites to improve ADA access and add secondary order points.
  • Reviewed and responded to material submittals and RFIs received from contractors.
  • Attended onsite meetings for projects under construction to determine solutions to obstacles, mostly for underground utilities.

Project Engineer

Kimley-Horn And Associates Inc.
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Created improvement plans for construction for several projects to include iFLY and distribution centers.
  • Produced Technical Drainage Studies for distribution centers analyzing the 100-year storm events for the sites.

Lead Crew Chief

US Air Force
09.2001 - 05.2012
  • Trained and evaluated team members on loading munitions onto F-16 and A-10 aircraft while maintaining safe environment.
  • Deployed two times to Afghanistan to provide close aire support to ground troops in the war theatre.
  • Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on F-16 and A-10 aircraft.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.2015

Skills

  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Staff Training
  • Project Goals and Milestones
  • Contract Development

Timeline

Project Manager

GCW
07.2021 - 07.2023

Project Engineer

Kimley-Horn And Associates Inc.
07.2017 - 07.2021

Project Engineer

Kimley-Horn And Associates Inc.
01.2015 - 07.2017

Lead Crew Chief

US Air Force
09.2001 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

San Diego State University
Keith Nelms, PE