Ronald J. Collins, Jr.
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Project manager with a strong academic background and extensive experience in construction management across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. Proven ability to lead subcontractors in a collaborative environment, fostering high-performance teams. Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, complemented by effective communication and negotiation capabilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, and AutoCAD, ensuring successful project completion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Procon Consulting
McLean, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Served as an onsite project manager on the task order contract to provide Program and Construction Management services to support GSA NCR in implementing the 1.375 MSF Phase II of the US Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) consolidation to St
- Elizabeth’s campus in Washington, DC
- AFG is serving as the Federal Government’s representative providing the full range of construction management services including construction management, inspection, scheduling, cost estimation, design services, environmental reviews, commissioning, claims analysis, quality control, testing, public outreach, project close-out, and administrative support
- Currently, the DHS headquarters consolidation is the largest federal project since construction of the pentagon with all construction program phases estimated to have a value up to $4B
- Hold Active HDPS-12 and DHS-FEMA Badges
Project Manager
AFG Group, Inc.
Herndon, VA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed Scope of Work and Estimates for 3 projects ranging in value from $110 thousand to $1 million
- Reviewed and approved contractor invoices coordinated access to government facilities and assured project was built per plans and specifications
- Hold Active HDPS-12 and DHS-FEMA Badges
Senior Construction Project Manager
Brown Construction Services, Inc.
Annandale, VA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Serve as owner representative on a 473 thousand-sf tenant fit-out for the relocation of a government agency headquarters
- Reviewed Submittals, Change Orders, schedule and Requests for Information
- Coordination and assignment of inspector
Contracting Officer
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Washington, DC
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Review procurement requests, select contract type, prepare solicitation documents for MWAA construction contracts
- Analyze offers, conduct negotiations and awards contract
- Perform contract management and administration through contract life cycle
Senior Construction Manager
KCI Technologies, Inc.
Washington, DC
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Serve as owner representative on several projects for The Supreme Court
- Reviewed and processed all Submittals, Change Orders, Requests for Information and Pay Applications
- Assisted in resolving on-site issues, coordination and assignment of inspectors
Director of Construction & Renovation
Surface Logic
Jessup, MD
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Provide oversight of construction and renovations projects for two companies, Surface Logic and Interfinish
- Projects were located throughout the US
- Oversee new construction & renovations for the Senior Living Communities
- Provide estimates for all projects including kitchen layout
- Oversight of construction personnel
Quality Control Officer
NTVI ENTERPRISES, LLC
Falls Church, VA
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Obtained US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Control Management certification for Project Managers and Superintendents
- Established and implemented Comprehensive Management Plan, distributing to personnel for staggered implementation
Construction Manager
MSS SERVICES INC.
Washington, DC
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Served as owner representative on several projects for Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Reviewed and processed all Change Orders and Pay Applications
- Assisted in resolving on-site issues
- Obtained Top Secret Clearance and held GSA Clearance
- Oversaw construction (complete gut and rehab) of 10K sf SCIF facility, completing on time and on budget
Construction Manager
HEERY INTERNATIONAL
Washington, DC
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Accomplished all projects within time and budget specifications:
- Renovating and upgrading 1.7K sf classroom
- Constructing 26K sf SCIF facility
- Restoring $2M lobby
- Refurbishing 257 room, 12 floor dorm renovation
- Finished project 2 floors at time, moving occupied floors to completed floors
- Remodeling and upgrading systems for 210 room, 7 story dormitory
Project Manager
PEAK TECHNICAL SERVICES
Troy, MI
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Managed additions, renovations, and change orders
- Reviewed and negotiated change proposals ($99M project) on behalf of owner, gathering into change order for General Contractor
Construction / Project Manager
VARIOUS EMPLOYERS
New England Region
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Assigned labor and equipment for up to 30 employees
- Submitted weekly applications for payment
- Performed estimating and ordering of material
- Managed multi-million-dollar projects, including Retail Mall ($5M), Turf Care Building Winchester Country Club ($1.6M), Concord Head Start ($900K), Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints ($3.8M), and Summa Inc
- Corporate Offices ($3.4M)
- Completed Quizno’s buildout ($500K – $800K), achieving on time and on budget
- Ensured timely opening of retail stores for Sleepy’s, Inc
- In 3 New England states, negotiating and awarding contracts for store renovations
Project Manager
ALEXANDRA CONSTRUCTION
Newton, MA
01.2001 - 12.2003
- Managed multiple, simultaneous public-sector projects
- Completed projects on time and on budget:
- Westwood High School: Overseeing new $38M project which began with $1M change order
- Cary Memorial Library: Renovating and building additions for $11M project
- Mill Pond Intermediate School: Reviewing submittals, submitting AIA pay applications, and running project meetings for new $22M project
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Construction Management
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MAAssociate of Science (AS) - Civil Engineering
Northeastern University
Boston, MASkills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project)
- Primavera (SureTrak, Expedition)
- Procore
- Project Planning
- Project Management
- Project Execution
- Estimating
- Scheduling
- Bid Proposals
- Materials Purchasing
- Owner Relations
- Customer Relations
- Staff Selection
- Subcontractor Selection
- Staff Management
- Subcontractor Management
- Budgetary Management
Certification
OSHA 30 Certified
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Procon Consulting
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager
AFG Group, Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Construction Project Manager
Brown Construction Services, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
Contracting Officer
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
01.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Construction Manager
KCI Technologies, Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2017
Director of Construction & Renovation
Surface Logic
01.2016 - 12.2016
Quality Control Officer
NTVI ENTERPRISES, LLC
01.2014 - 12.2015
Construction Manager
MSS SERVICES INC.
01.2013 - 12.2014
Construction Manager
HEERY INTERNATIONAL
01.2008 - 12.2013
Project Manager
PEAK TECHNICAL SERVICES
01.2007 - 12.2008
Construction / Project Manager
VARIOUS EMPLOYERS
01.2004 - 12.2006
Project Manager
ALEXANDRA CONSTRUCTION
01.2001 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Construction Management
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Associate of Science (AS) - Civil Engineering
Northeastern University
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