Rachael Brown, P.E.
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Experienced engineering professional and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Sanitation Facilities Construction
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Oversaw the IHS SFC, Public Law 86-121 program operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals serving the Navajo Nation.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive program development.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to manage unprecedented federal funding and allocate resources.
Deputy Director, NAIHS, DSFC
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
04.2013 - 10.2020
- Responsible for managing construction budgets for over 500 active projects totaling $90 million.
- Improved coordination and communications at the central area office to increase operational efficiency with nine field offices.
- Collaborated with federal, tribal, and state agencies to leverage funding for water and wastewater projects.
- Prepared and submitted accurate, timely management and financial reports and project budgets.
Engineer Consultant
Phoenix Area Indian Health Service
04.2006 - 03.2013
- Provided professional engineering consultation and project management in environmental engineering for six Indian Tribes: Cocopah, Ft. Yuma Quechan, Colorado River Indian Tribes, Hualapai, Yavapai-Prescott and Tonto Apache.
- Completed feasibility reports, design, and construction packages for water and wastewater systems; including water storage tanks, wells, control systems, water distribution systems, water treatment plants, sewer lift stations and collection systems.
Field Engineer
Tucson Area Indian Health Service
11.2002 - 03.2006
- Managed construction projects serving individual homes on the southwestern portion of the Tohono O’Odham Nation reservation, 24 projects totaling approximately $12 million.
- Monitored job cost and accounting. Performed engineering design calculations and composed design reports.
- Prepared technical provisions, construction drawings, and bid schedules. Developed cost estimates, ROW and legal descriptions, and reports for project completion.
Field Engineer
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
09.1998 - 10.2002
- Managed 8 water and sewer construction projects for 8 water and sewer construction projects serving individual homes on the Navajo Nation reservation. Coordinated preliminary engineering surveys including ROW, Archaeological, and Threatened & Endangered Species. Developed and submitted engineering design and construction packages. Developed and monitored project costs. Evaluated and addressed community water and sewer needs by conducting feasibility studies and reports to develop new construction projects.
Education
Master of Science - Construction & Engineering Management
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology
Rapid City, SD08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Northern Arizona University
12.1997
Skills
- Program Management
- Engineering and Construction Management
- Business Administration
- Organizational Development
Certification
Professional Engineer License No. 42725, State of Arizona, since 2005.
Timeline
Director, Sanitation Facilities Construction
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
11.2020 - 10.2023
Deputy Director, NAIHS, DSFC
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
04.2013 - 10.2020
Engineer Consultant
Phoenix Area Indian Health Service
04.2006 - 03.2013
Field Engineer
Tucson Area Indian Health Service
11.2002 - 03.2006
Field Engineer
Navajo Area Indian Health Service
09.1998 - 10.2002
Master of Science - Construction & Engineering Management
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Northern Arizona University
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