RICHARD RUSSELL, PMP
Newport News
Summary
Project Management Professional (PMP) with 6+ years driving execution of complex U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs in high-risk, mission-critical environments. Expert in integrated scheduling, cross-functional leadership, risk mitigation, and technical oversight supporting submarine and aircraft carrier construction. Proven ability to lead teams through critical milestones, optimize resources, and deliver operational outcomes aligned with safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Supervisor / Project Execution Lead
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News
01.2023 - Current
- Direct execution of complex shipbuilding workstreams supporting Virginia-class submarine programs.
- Manage integrated schedules aligning safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Optimize workforce allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Coordinate production, engineering, quality assurance, and Navy stakeholders.
- Supported successful delivery of SSN-796 USS New Jersey including critical sea trial milestones.
- Supported successful launch of SSN-800 USS Arkansas while maintaining schedule commitments.
- Newport News Shipbuilding
Quality Inspector — Electrical Systems
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Led quality inspections for electrical installations ensuring NAVSEA compliance.
- Managed closeout activities enabling streamlined delivery readiness.
- Served as technical authority supporting production teams.
- Programs supported: SSN-796 USS New Jersey, SSN-794 USS Montana.
- Newport News Shipbuilding
Deck Electrician / Lead Mechanic
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Advanced into leadership roles supervising electrical installation teams.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and communications systems.
- Supported major milestones for CVN-79 USS John F. Kennedy and CVN-73 USS George Washington.
- Newport News Shipbuilding
Document Control Specialist (Strategic Assignment)
KSO-NNPP
Saratoga
02.2022
- Managed controlled technical documentation supporting Navy programs.
- Ensured compliance, accuracy, and secure handling of sensitive materials.
- Improved documentation workflows and communication across departments.
Education
540-Hour Electrical Training Certificate - Electrical & Renewable Energy Program, NOCTI Certification — Electrical Construction, Additional Studies: Criminal Justice
New Horizons Regional Education Center
Hampton, VASkills
- Project & Program Leadership (PMP)
- Integrated Master Scheduling & Execution
- Risk Management & Mitigation Strategy
- Construction & Production Operations
- Defense Shipbuilding Programs
- Quality Assurance & NAVSEA Compliance
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder & Navy Coordination
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Technical Electrical Systems Oversight
- Workforce Optimization
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 05/01/25, 05/01/28
- Nuclear Quality Control (Non-Mechanical)
- SUBSAFE Certification
- Article 106.1a Limited Radiation Worker
- Fall Protection Certification
- Absence of Voltage Certification
- Energized Circuits with Arc Flash
- ESD Certified
- SWiMS iDS Training – Production Craftsman
Security Clearance
Active Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Construction Supervisor / Project Execution Lead
Huntington Ingalls Industries
01.2023 - Current
Document Control Specialist (Strategic Assignment)
KSO-NNPP
02.2022
Quality Inspector — Electrical Systems
Huntington Ingalls Industries
12.2020 - 01.2023
Deck Electrician / Lead Mechanic
Huntington Ingalls Industries
05.2018 - 12.2020
540-Hour Electrical Training Certificate - Electrical & Renewable Energy Program, NOCTI Certification — Electrical Construction, Additional Studies: Criminal Justice
New Horizons Regional Education Center