Kenneth Watts
Ore City
Summary
Operations manager utilizing appropriate methods and a flexible style to help build a cohesive team and facilitate the completion of team goals. An operations manager with a proven track record coordinating the lifecycle of projects, supervising staff and building and maintaining client relations. Over 40 years experience in civil, commercial and oilfield work ranging from setting tank batteries to complete hook ups, job layout, setting elevation on commercial jobsite to operating equipment (Blade, Dozer, Track hoe, Roller, Mixer, Cutting in fly-ash, Lime stabilization and Cement.)
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
D&D Pipeline Inc
2024.04 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Project Manager
Mine Service Inc
2021.11 - 2024.03
- Plan and manage day to day operations
- Conducted performance reviews providing coaching and feedback to benefit both company and employee
- Managed company operations with responsibility for profit and loss, scheduling, training and inventory control
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics
- Planned daily operational strategies, including delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives
Superintendent
Welch Excavation
2020.07 - 2021.11
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks
- Provided consultants with current information about best practices and safety requirements
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks
Operations Manager
Trinity Excavators
2016.05 - 2020.07
- Plan and manage day to day operations for the Longview Office
- Conducted performance reviews providing coaching and feedback to benefit both company and employee
- Managed company operations with responsibility for profit and loss, scheduling, training and inventory control
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics
- Planned daily operational strategies, including delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives
Superintendent
H.W. Services
2010.10 - 2016.05
- Lead, direct and manage onsite operations
- Plan and monitor daily staffing schedules and adjust accordingly to ensure adequate staffing
- Ensure materials related to onsite operations are ordered in a timely manner to ensure cost-
- Effective completion of project
Excavation Manager
Hardee Landry, Inc
2009.10 - 2010.09
- Plan and manage day to day operations for the Stonewall office
- Utilize communication skills to motivate staff and develop effective working relationships with peers and clients
- Coordinate project lifecycle by submitting bids, setting deadlines, assigning tasks and monitoring progress to ensure timely and cost-effective completion
- Address all employee performance problems promptly and directly in accordance with company personnel policies and procedures
- Ensure safety methods, practices and programs are implemented and maintained
- Communicate with upper management to assess client needs and provide solutions
Operations Manager
Tanner Construction Company of Texas
2008.06 - 2009.10
- Company Overview: formerly Pirtle Energy Services
- Plan and manage day to day operations for the Longview office
- Utilize communication skills to motivate staff and develop effective working relationships with peers and clients
- Coordinate project lifecycle by submitting bids, setting deadlines, assigning tasks and monitoring progress to ensure timely and cost-effective completion
- Address all employee performance problems promptly and directly in accordance with company personnel policies and procedures
- Ensure safety methods, practices and programs are implemented and maintained
- Formerly Pirtle Energy Services
Construction Manager
Pirtle Energy Services
2005.01 - 2008.06
- Developed new client relationships and re-established construction business
- Responsible for bidding locations
- Planned, directed and coordinated projects
- Communicate with management to assess client needs and provide solutions
Division Manager
Trinity ExcavatorsDRAFT
1998.01 - 2005.01
- Responsible for bidding locations
- Lead, direct and manage onsite operations
- Planned and monitored daily staffing schedules and adjusted accordingly to ensure adequate staffing levels
- Ensured materials related to onsite operations were ordered in a timely manner to ensure cost-effective completion of project
Education
High school diploma -
Union Grove High School
05.1981
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Profit & Loss
- Operations Management
- Budgeting
- Process Improvement
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
Timeline
Project Manager
D&D Pipeline Inc
2024.04 - Current
Project Manager
Mine Service Inc
2021.11 - 2024.03
Superintendent
Welch Excavation
2020.07 - 2021.11
Operations Manager
Trinity Excavators
2016.05 - 2020.07
Superintendent
H.W. Services
2010.10 - 2016.05
Excavation Manager
Hardee Landry, Inc
2009.10 - 2010.09
Operations Manager
Tanner Construction Company of Texas
2008.06 - 2009.10
Construction Manager
Pirtle Energy Services
2005.01 - 2008.06
Division Manager
Trinity ExcavatorsDRAFT
1998.01 - 2005.01
High school diploma -
Union Grove High School