Michael Covington
League City,TX
Summary
Respected and self‐motivated professional with more than 25 years of experience specializing in scheduling, controls, and cost reporting. Extensive experience scheduling large‐scale capital projects from the requirements gathering phase to completion. Highly skilled in managing Project Controls Teams along with tracking project changes, communicating deadlines, and following‐up with internal and external partners to ensure on‐time completion within budget. Enthusiastic about learning and incorporating new technology.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Scheduler
Saulsbury Industries
06.2022 - Current
- Develop Level 1-4 EPC Schedules, CPM Schedules / Proposal Schedules, Attend Meetings as Needed, Manage Portfolio of Schedules, Resource Load, Build Construction schedules for review prior to baseline, Develops and incorporates Procurements and Engineering activities along with construction, Represent Saulsbury in Meetings, Develops and Maintains Baseline schedules, Recognize Critical issues and communicate accordingly, Train others regarding scheduling/progress/cost
- Devised comprehensive schedules, ensuring all project deadlines were met and exceeded client expectations.
- Developed customized scheduling templates to streamline procedures and enhance efficiency across projects.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential schedule disruptions and implement mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Managed change requests effectively by assessing impacts on schedule baselines while maintaining an open dialogue with relevant parties throughout the process.
Project Scheduler
Kelly Engineering (On Assignment at Dow)
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Develops conceptual schedules to evaluate various alternates or anticipated schedule challenges, Develops and maintains comprehensive integrated master project schedules including Front-end Loading, Detail Design, Procurement, Construction and Start-up/Commissioning Project Stages, Maintains schedule during the project life cycle monitoring progress and incorporating modifications where changes in the original scope occur or delays are encountered, Utilizes project cost estimates to resource load project schedules and gain alignment with estimated scope of work and the project schedule, Performs staffing density checks or staffing limitation checks to validate schedule durations, Performs critical path analysis to determine problem areas regarding project schedule and resource overloads and offers alternative courses of action to the project team, Evaluates project deviations to assess schedule impact for proper decision making and recovery plans, Works with cost management to gain alignment when forecasting schedule completion dates
Project Controls Manager
Ref-Chem
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Oversee the AWP implementation for the project, verification of signatures prior to passing to field for installation, Evaluate labor cost and hour and manpower requirements against budget constraints, Oversee creation & analyze resource loaded schedules and provide corrective actions, Manage RFI process and established a document control process, Review change management procedures/make recommendations to management, Oversee the project planning effort, Manage the cost forecasting for capital projects, Evaluate labor cost and hour and manpower requirements against budget constraints, Produce and maintain accurate project schedules and understand schedule resources loading, Provide support in the management of project budget and cost control functions including budgeting, scheduling, change management, estimating, tracking progress, forecasting, and earned value management, Develop Work Breakdown Structures, Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills, Provide support to detailed schedule development based on project understanding from team members, Establish project budget, baselines, and report variances, Provide support to track project progress and perform analysis of bottlenecks, trends, and critical path, Identify and communicate project risks and develop mitigation plans, Prepare project status presentations, highlighting key accomplishments, risks, and changes, Develop custom projects reports as needed to facilitate project discussions, Develop customized schedule reports as per project needs (two week look ahead, variance reports, progress reports, milestone reports as needed), Exhibits professionalism by establishing effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect, Continually seeks new functional knowledge and looks to build technical expertise, Excels in a team setting by clearly communicating project information and by listening effectively and inviting responses, Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in various aspects of project controls, accounting, estimating, planning/scheduling, progress measurement, forecasting/ reporting, Good organization and prioritization skills to execute work accurately and largely self-directed, handle multiple priorities, and analyze reports and trend activities, Experienced setting up and monitoring complex project schedules
Lead Project I & E Planner/Scheduler
Contech Control Services
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Development of the work breakdown structure from engineering to construction by interfacing with all affected departments, Working knowledge of SAP, Development of the Baseline schedule, interfacing with all affected departments, Creates & analyzes resource loaded schedules and provide corrective actions, if requested/required, Make logic ties per scheduling strategy, Identify critical paths, Consult with clients, vendors, personnel, and construction foreman to discuss schedule delays and resolve issues, Update Schedules with Progress Reported, Produce resource histograms, Produce look ahead schedules, Break down Job Packages into Construction Installation Steps, Integrate field change orders into schedule, Experience and knowledge of planning, scheduling, progress measurement, cost analysis and cost forecasting, Assisting with the development, review, updating and implementation planning, scheduling and progress related systems and procedures, Evaluating and reviewing of contractor schedules, Evaluating, analyzing and reviewing of contractor progress reports
Senior Project Planner/Scheduler
Triad Controls
06.2013 - 09.2017
- Development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with all affected departments, Make logic ties per scheduling strategy, Identify critical paths, Consult with clients, vendors, personnel, and construction foreman to discuss schedule delays and resolve issues, Update schedules with progress reported, Produce resource histograms, Produce look ahead schedules, Attended meetings as required, Integrate field change orders into schedule, Analyze and enter project budgets, budget and contract change orders, and project forecasts to ensure accuracy and conformance to established project requirements, Identify and track all changes, or potential changes, to the project scope to provide Project Management (and the Client) visibility subsequent cost and schedule changes, Ability to manage multiple priorities with close attention to detail, Ability to work well with all levels of staff, as well as external customers, Provide Productivity Reporting, Break down Job Packages into Construction Installation Steps
Project Controls
ISC Constructors, LLC
02.2006 - 06.2013
- Manage the preparation and submittal of budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports, Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems, Responded to customer and supplier inquiries about order status and provided creative problem solving for any changes, delays, or cancellations, Manage the preparation of cost and budget reports at regular intervals for the duration of the project, Development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with all affected departments, Make logic ties per scheduling strategy, Identify critical paths, Consult with clients, vendors, personnel, and construction foreman to discuss schedule delays and resolve issues, Oversee and review the productivity and schedule progress update schedules with progress reported, Managed/reviewed the billing for all maintenance and capital projects
Project Expeditor
Jacobs
01.2006 - 02.2006
- Examine documents and materials and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications, Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogs and the internet, and interview them to gather information about supplies being ordered, Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers, Monitor inventory movement and complete inventory transfer form for bookkeeping purposes, Planned, organized, and tracked duties and materials for upcoming construction turnarounds
Project Expeditor / Site Surveillance
CDI Engineering Solutions
02.2005 - 01.2006
- Requisition supplies or materials to complete construction projects, Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and departments originating requests, Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sale, Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems, Track the status of requisitions, contacts, and orders, Reviewed requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications
Project Expeditor / Site Surveillance
Dow Chemical, Kelly Engineering
02.2004 - 02.2005
- Requisition supplies or materials to complete construction projects, Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and departments originating requests, Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sale, Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems, Track the status of requisitions, contacts, and orders, Reviewed requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications
Education
Business Studies - General Studies
University of Phoenix
Skills
- P6 Primavera
- Microsoft Office
- Productivity Analysis
- Cost Analysis
- Resource planning
- Change Management
- Forecasting
- Project planning and development
- Project Management
- Schedule development
- Scope Definition
- Cost Estimation
- Budget Planning
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- P6 Primavera Certification (Tepco-Baytown)
- SP-PMI – Certification Studies
Project List
- 1996/1997 Bapp Line 8 Exxon
- 1998 Formosa Port Lavaca
- 1999/2000 Formosa Pipeline Project
- 2001 Phillips 66 Substation
- 2002 – 2004 Dow Chemical Home Office – Multiple Projects
- 2005\2006 MEMC Renewable Energy Project
- 2007/2008 Total Port Arthur Project
- 2009/2013 Dow Houston
- 2014/2015 MB3 Fractionation Project
- 2016 Sweeny CP Chem
- 2017 Lyondell Channelview OP2 Turnaround
- 2018 FHR Port Arthur DCS Change Out
- 2018 Lyondell Channelview Control Change Out
- 2019 Lyondell Houston Small Cap Projects
- 2019/2020 MB5 Fractionation Project
- 2020 Superior Essex Project
- 2020/2021 Siloam Springs Water Treatment Facility Project
Timeline
Senior Scheduler
Saulsbury Industries
06.2022 - Current
Project Scheduler
Kelly Engineering (On Assignment at Dow)
06.2021 - 06.2022
Project Controls Manager
Ref-Chem
02.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Project I & E Planner/Scheduler
Contech Control Services
09.2017 - 02.2019
Senior Project Planner/Scheduler
Triad Controls
06.2013 - 09.2017
Project Controls
ISC Constructors, LLC
02.2006 - 06.2013
Project Expeditor
Jacobs
01.2006 - 02.2006
Project Expeditor / Site Surveillance
CDI Engineering Solutions
02.2005 - 01.2006
Project Expeditor / Site Surveillance
Dow Chemical, Kelly Engineering
02.2004 - 02.2005
Business Studies - General Studies
University of Phoenix