LAURESTON L. SHAND
FALLS CHURCH,VA
Summary
Engineering professional with demonstrated success organizing and coordinating engineering and marketing operations and general business activities. Excellent communicator with ability to project and elicit interest, support and enthusiasm among clients, colleagues and staff while using a common-sense approach to problem solving and professional business development.
Diligent Desired Position with background in managing complex projects across various industries. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements.
Resourceful Project Manager with Number years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget, and financial management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEER
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
RAF MILDENHALL, UK
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Perform quality assurance oversight of Architect/Engineer and construction contractor technical work products, including assessment for compliance with applicable codes and design criteria.
- Organize and gather project data, conduct analysis, prepare reports and provide recommendations without assistance.
- Read and understand BIM submittals, CAD drawings, old blueprints, and facility/project specifications.
- Enforce Design/construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and contracting procedures.
- Provide technical training, lessons learned, and best practices to technical and project management staff.
- Ensure the Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria and Uniform Facilities Guide Specifications are applied to complex facility construction projects.
CIVIL ENGINEERING LEAD
PARSONS CORPORATION
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Civil engineer supporting design team implementing Site Surveys to U.S. Land, Air and Sea Ports.
- Determined site conditions to develop the design of subsequent construction of Radiation Portal Monitors.
- Supported the development of the Site Survey Report (including RFI responses during construction phases).
- Oversaw civil and structural design activities including developing general project drawings, site plans, sections and details, foundation details, elevations, trench locations, signage and demolition.
CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL
QATAR
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided complete design services including preparation of civil site work drawings and utility designs based on existing local utilities and facility load and use.
- Followed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for design review and project mobilization as necessary.
- Performed design work for new Land Development projects for new construction, renovations and improvement projects for real property facilities and utility systems.
CIVIL ENGINEER
EXELON/PEPCO HOLDINGS
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Responsible for performing civil design and calculations for Electric Utility Transmission/Distribution/Substation projects.
- Reviewed and approved permit drawings and construction drawings.
CIVIL ENGINEER – BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
U.S. DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Performed Engineering and structure field assessments and evaluations of CBP station structures and support facilities.
STRATEGIC SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT
U.S. DEPT. OF DEFENSE
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided engineering support, advice and consultation to active duty, reserve and retired Army personnel.
CIVIL ENGINEER/TASK LEAD
THE LOUIS BERGER GROUP, INC.
KUWAIT
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided engineering Mission Support Services to the U.S. Airforce, Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait.
OFFICE ENGINEER
WASHINGTON METROPOLITIAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY (WMATA)
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided Civil Engineering technical support to WMATA new construction programs.
CIVIL ENGINEER
SELF-EMPLOYMENT (part-time)
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided consultation, design and engineering assistance to colleagues and associates developing land construction areas.
SENIOR FACILITIES ENGINEER
CACI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided civil and architectural engineering support to USDoD-Army CYBER and INSCOM.
PROJECT MANAGER – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
THE LOUIS BERGER GROUP. INC.
Kandahar, Afghanistan
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Provided facility and infrastructure systems, planning, programming, design engineering, inspections, etc. in accordance with USDoD objectives.
SENIOR CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
ALTRAN SOLUTIONS
12.2010 - 12.2011
- Coordinated, designed and implemented Civil Engineering projects and subcontracts, including electric transmission/distribution, oil/gas and refinery projects.
LEAD PROJECT MANAGER
NATIONAL GRID
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Senior Project Manager managing major electric Transmission and Substation (69kV-500kV) projects throughout service territory.
CIVIL ENGINEER/CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
U.S. DEPT. OF DEFENSE
Balad, Iraq
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Provided civil engineering design and construction expertise to the U.S. Dept. of Defense (U.S. Airforce) at Balad Air Base, Balad, Iraq.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The George Washington University
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Western New England University
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Western New England University
A+Certification, Computer Technician Certification - undefined
Massachusetts Career Development Institute
Skills
Project/Program Management and Development
Evaluation/interpretation of technical codes and design standards
Design/construction of overhead/underground power and telecom systems
Structural concrete design
Land Acquisition and development
Extensive experience as a Federal Contractor
Roadway/Highway surface and bridge design, construction and inspection
Architectural facility layout and design
Design and field construction of HV electric transmission/distribution systems
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER - CIVIL ENGINEER
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
04.2024 - 12.2025
CIVIL ENGINEERING LEAD
PARSONS CORPORATION
10.2022 - 03.2024
CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL
08.2020 - 10.2021
CIVIL ENGINEER
EXELON/PEPCO HOLDINGS
03.2019 - 10.2019
CIVIL ENGINEER – BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
U.S. DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY
07.2018 - 10.2018
STRATEGIC SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT
U.S. DEPT. OF DEFENSE
05.2017 - 08.2017
CIVIL ENGINEER/TASK LEAD
THE LOUIS BERGER GROUP, INC.
08.2016 - 12.2016
OFFICE ENGINEER
WASHINGTON METROPOLITIAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY (WMATA)
03.2016 - 06.2016
CIVIL ENGINEER
SELF-EMPLOYMENT (part-time)
07.2015 - 03.2016
SENIOR FACILITIES ENGINEER
CACI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
05.2014 - 05.2015
PROJECT MANAGER – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
THE LOUIS BERGER GROUP. INC.
02.2013 - 12.2013
SENIOR CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
ALTRAN SOLUTIONS
12.2010 - 12.2011
LEAD PROJECT MANAGER
NATIONAL GRID
02.2010 - 11.2010
CIVIL ENGINEER/CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
U.S. DEPT. OF DEFENSE
01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The George Washington University
Master of Science - Engineering Management
Western New England University
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Western New England University
A+Certification, Computer Technician Certification - undefined
Massachusetts Career Development Institute