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Kevin Bruton

Fort Worth

Summary

Dynamic professional with 25 years of experience in utility coordination and project management. Proven expertise in staff supervision and stakeholder communication, resulting in enhanced project execution and reduced disruptions. Strong commitment to collaboration and regulatory compliance.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Utility Coordinator

CityOf Fort Worth
Fort Worth
06.1999 - Current

Functioned as the City's liaison with franchise utility companies, coordinating utility clearances for City of Fort Worth Capital Projects.

  • Identified utility conflicts and impacts related to proposed construction, coordinating new installations to minimize disruptions.
  • Resolved utility issues, ensuring adherence to project timelines and preventing delays.
  • Facilitate communication and updates between Franchise Utilities, Project Managers and Project Control Specialist departments for streamlined project updates and execution.
  • Conducted meetings with utility companies and performed on-site visits to facilitate collaboration with major utilities and state agencies.
  • Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding utility adjustments
  • Mentoring and assisting the Engineering Technician and Administrative Assistant for professional growth through training and skills to increase industry knowledge and grow in their career.

Engineering Technician II

City Of Fort Worth
Fort Worth
03.1996 - 06.1999
  • Utilized AutoCAD, Microstation, and Eagle Point software to ensure accurate engineering determinations and alignment of dimensions with survey notes for precise drawing preparations.
  • Collaborated with City Project Managers and Consultants to troubleshoot design issues, enhancing project outcomes through effective solution implementation.
  • Collected and organized research information for projects, including construction notes, survey notes, and maps, to support informed decision-making in engineering design.

Senior Environmental Specialist

Fort Worth Star Telegram
Fort Worth
09.1988 - 08.1994
  • Ensured compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission (TNRCC) Air and Water Division, and Texas Department of Health standards for the Newspaper.
  • Reviewing/analyzing existing, new and proposed federal regulations and determining their economic impact.
  • Conducted calculations and documented findings to complete reports and maintain accurate records using computer data entry and storage.
  • Calibrated ink in the pressroom and maintained sampling equipment, supplies, field logs, and equipment logs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
12.1986

Skills

  • Utility coordination
  • TXDOT ROW knowledge
  • Project management
  • Project compliance
  • Regulatory expertise
  • Relationship management
  • Staff supervision
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

TxDOT ROW 100 - Identifying and Managing Utility Conflicts

Timeline

Utility Coordinator

CityOf Fort Worth
06.1999 - Current

Engineering Technician II

City Of Fort Worth
03.1996 - 06.1999

Senior Environmental Specialist

Fort Worth Star Telegram
09.1988 - 08.1994

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Prairie View A&M University
Kevin Bruton