Kent Byers
Yukon
Summary
Experienced with project management, team leadership, and cost control. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to ensure project success. Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
Standard Engineering and Field Services
Spencer, Ok
03.2025 - Current
- Water Repellent and Crack Seal, Multi-County/Bridge. ODOT Division 3, 2025. Served as Project Manager.
- Scour Mitigation, Multi-County/Bridge. ODOT Division 2, 2025. Scope of work included CLSM backfill in scour areas and placing rip rap (Type I-A Plain and Type IV Grouted) as slope/abutment/pier protection from future erosion. Served as Project Manager.
- Scour Mitigation, Multi-County/Bridge. ODOT Division 2, 2026. Scope of work included CLSM backfill in scour areas, building curtain walls at abutment faces and piers and placing rip rap (Type I-A Plain and Type IV Grouted) as slope/abutment/pier protection from future erosion. Served as Project Manager.
Construction Manager
Freese and Nichols
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2018 - 11.2022
- John Kilpatrick Turnpike Extension, OTA, 2018. Scope of work, Inspection of new build bridges over Morgan Road and SE 44th St. Served as a new Inspector under Project Manager.
- Bridge Rehab-Leona Mitchell Blvd, City of Enid, 2019. Scope of work included removal/replacement of the deck, with sub-structure and beam repairs. Served as Project Manager.
- Spillway Rehab-Lake Ponca, City of Ponca City, 2020. Scope of work involved demo of the existing weir, installation of grout anchors, a new weir and an additional upstream wall along weir face. Served as Project Manager. This project won an Honor Award from ACEC Oklahoma.
- Bridge Deck Rehab, Cimarron Turnpike over Hwy 48, 2021. Scope of work included removal/replacement of the deck, with sub-structure and beam repairs. Served as an Inspector under PM.
- Clear Creek Lake Spillway Replacement, City of Duncan, 2022. Scope of work included a complete demolition of the existing weir and spillway, stabilization of unsatisfactory sub-grade/sinkholes, the installation of grout anchors, and mass concrete placements for the new weir and upper spillway section. Served as Project Manager.
Field Testing Technician
CEC Corporation
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Soils, asphalt, and concrete testing.
- Construction material sample collection for lab testing.
13F Forward Observer
U.S. Army
Tacoma, WA
10.2006 - 09.2010
- Coordination of Artillery and Mortar fires on target.
Education
High School -
Home School
Rolette, ND02-2005
Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Resolution
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Detail Oriented
- Decision Making
- Leadership
- Self Motivated
Timeline
Construction Manager
Standard Engineering and Field Services
03.2025 - Current
Construction Manager
Freese and Nichols
11.2018 - 11.2022
Field Testing Technician
CEC Corporation
08.2016 - 09.2018
13F Forward Observer
U.S. Army
10.2006 - 09.2010
High School -
Home School