Kenneth McCormick
Montgomery,USA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 30 years of distinguished service in the United States Navy as a Senior Chief Navy Diver, specializing in personnel supervision, team training, and exemplary leadership. Possesses extensive experience in construction, maintenance repairs, engineering, and diving, fostering a strong foundation in operations, budget management, and technical expertise. Committed to aligning with a company's mission through consistent leadership, operational excellence, and dedicated service. Proven ability to drive team performance and achieve strategic objectives in high-pressure environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Planting crew manager/Heavy Equipment Operator
Moon Valley Nurseries
Houston, Texas
03.2020 - 08.2025
- Managed nursery crew & daily operations to improve overall efficiency.
- Developed, implemented & installed detailed landscape designs for various properties.
- Safely loaded and transported heavy equipment as a CDL licensed operator during large tree installations.
Construction Manager
Tree Town USA, Village Nurseries & Hines Growers
San Diego, CA
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Encompassing 7 nurseries and over 20 personnel.
- Managed capital projects and maintenance priorities exceeding $2 million. Led project teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication among stakeholders.
- Supervised construction of a 2.5-acre greenhouse with advanced cooling systems.
- Coordinated installation of complex irrigation systems for efficient water distribution.
- Planned and executed dredging operations to maintain retention ponds.
- Orchestrated renovations and repairs for office spaces and nursery equipment.
Diving Department Division Officer
Naval Special Warfare Group One
San Diego, CA
09.2014 - 02.2018
- Directed training, maintenance, and deployment of diving and breaching equipment for five SEAL teams.
- Oversaw planning, development, and budgeting for Naval Special Warfare's Diving program.
- Managed operations and maintenance of a certified hyperbaric chamber.
- Provided treatment for over 50 SEALs, divers, and pilots for wound care, diving disorders and aviation bends.
- Oversaw risk management initiatives, implementing strategies to mitigate potential threats during operations.
Sailor
U.S Navy
San Diego, CA
03.1992 - 10.2014
- Leading Chief Consolidated Divers Unit
- Leading Chief Mobile Diving & Salvage Unit One
- Leading Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit One
- US Navy Recruiter
- Ships Auxiliary Mechanic
Education
United States Navy -
03-2020
Palomar Community College -
04-2000
Skills
- Leadership and business operations
- Strategic communication
- Inventory and maintenance management
- Workflow optimization
- Problem-solving
- Budget management
- Quality assurance
- Business development
Awards
- Three Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals
- Seven Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals
- Expeditionary Combat Skills Specialist
- Senior Sailor of the Year
- Senior Sailor of the Quarter
- Certificate of graduation & completion of U.S Navy Dive School
- U.S Navy Parachutist
- MK-16 Mixed Gas Supervisor
- Diving Salvage Warfare Specialist
- Surface Warfare Specialist
- CAT 3 Crane Safety Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Safety Officer
- Commercial Class A drivers license
Core Profiencies
- Business operations
- Strong strategic communicator
- Inventory management
- Maintenance management
- Work flow management (LEAN)
- Problem resolution
- Budget accountability
- Quality assurance
- Business development
- Reporting
- Strategic Planner
Timeline
Planting crew manager/Heavy Equipment Operator
Moon Valley Nurseries
03.2020 - 08.2025
Construction Manager
Tree Town USA, Village Nurseries & Hines Growers
02.2018 - 02.2020
Diving Department Division Officer
Naval Special Warfare Group One
09.2014 - 02.2018
Sailor
U.S Navy
03.1992 - 10.2014