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Philip Chambers

Portsmouth

Summary

Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities and updates clients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Inspector

KCI
07.2023 - Current
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Supervised team of 13 inspection staff to maintain productivity and quality of work.
  • Reduced inspection timeframes by effectively prioritizing tasks and utilizing efficient documentation methods.
  • Increased accuracy in identifying potential issues through continuous training and staying current on industry standards.
  • Established a reputation for excellent crisis management skills when unexpected issues arose during construction, quickly developing solutions to minimize project delays.

Lead Inspector

Alpha Corporation
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Mentored junior inspectors, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved team performance.
  • Managed inspection schedules to ensure timely completion of projects without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.

Project Manager

Virginia Department Of Transportation
04.2019 - 02.2022
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.

Senior Inspector

Virginia Department Of Transportation
10.2016 - 04.2019
  • Enhanced inspection efficiency by implementing advanced inspection techniques and tools.
  • Improved overall project quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential issues.
  • Managed a team of inspectors, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Streamlined the inspection process through regular communication with construction teams and engineers.
  • Reduced rework costs by promptly addressing non-conformance issues during the inspection stage.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards through meticulous review of design documents and specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Military University
07.2010

Skills

  • Quality Standards
  • Quality Control
  • Project management
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • Time management
  • Inspection Reporting

Certification

  • Soils and Aggregate
  • Asphalt Field Level I & II
  • VDOT Construction Environmental Management
  • Facility Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Training
  • Concrete Field
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
  • Pavement Marking
  • Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
  • Additional upon request.

Timeline

Lead Inspector

KCI
07.2023 - Current

Lead Inspector

Alpha Corporation
02.2022 - 07.2023

Project Manager

Virginia Department Of Transportation
04.2019 - 02.2022

Senior Inspector

Virginia Department Of Transportation
10.2016 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Military University

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