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Rod Cole

Rod Cole

Missouri City,TX

Summary

Proven leader in quality assurance and materials testing, adept at enhancing construction standards and efficiency for the Arkansas Department of Transportation. Expert in concrete and asphalt testing, I excel in supervisory roles, ensuring team compliance with AASHTO specifications and fostering collaborative solutions with contractors and federal representatives. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

District Materials Supervisor

Arkansas Department Of Transportation
09.1985 - 12.2019

Was responsible for independent quality assurance of materials used in all phases of highway construction. Was responsible for assuring that personnel performing testing of construction materials were qualified and performing tests according to AASHTO specifications. Other duties included supervision of lab personnel and equipment, forensic investigations of failing materials and submitting solutions, working with contractors of highway construction projects as well as with ARDOT personnel from other divisions within the department and representatives of the FHWA.

Education

High School -

Mena High School, Mena, AR

Skills

Certifications:

Concrete testing

Concrete strength testing

Asphalt testing

Soils testing

Timeline

District Materials Supervisor - Arkansas Department Of Transportation
09.1985 - 12.2019
Mena High School - High School ,
Rod Cole