Sam Krase
East Stroudsburg,PA
Summary
Vice President-level Major Project Delivery and Systems Integration leader with 25+ years of experience directing complex, high-value electromechanical systems projects across North America and internationally. Proven track record managing multimillion-dollar design-build packages from concept through commissioning and customer acceptance, including the tallest tower in Europe. Expertise in building engineering organizations, establishing project governance systems, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering integrated automated systems under strict cost, schedule, quality, and safety requirements. Strong background in systems integration, manufacturing coordination, and scaling engineering standards for large-scale deployments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Major Project Manager
TK Elevator Corp
05.2018 - Current
- Lead end-to-end delivery of major complex systems projects across North America, overseeing the full lifecycle from initiation through installation, commissioning, and customer handover.
- Establish and enforce project delivery standards covering cost, quality, safety, schedule, and client requirements.
- Manage multidisciplinary teams (engineering, construction, procurement, field operations) and serve as primary interface with clients, architects, and general contractors.
- Drive continuous improvement in project governance and execution efficiency for large-scale automated vertical transportation systems.
- National Corporate Office of North America
Project Manager
Renaissance Construction
Saint Petersburg, Russia
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed the complete Design-Build package for a landmark high-rise project (tallest tower in Europe), integrating 110 elevators (high-speed, double-deck, MRL) and 12 escalators.
- Built and led Engineering, Design, QA/QC, and Field teams; controlled overall budget and schedule.
- Managed bidding, negotiation, factory visits, equipment mock-ups, RFIs, shop drawings, and final commissioning/acceptance.
- Coordinated international stakeholders to deliver optimized, integrated systems under demanding conditions.
- Saint Petersburg, Russia
Department Manager – Vertical Transportation
AECOM
New York, USA
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Built and managed a specialized engineering team delivering systems design, traffic/simulation analysis, construction documents, specifications, bidding support, and QEI-certified commissioning across multiple sectors.
- Established consistent engineering standards and delivery processes for new construction and modernization projects.
- Provided full lifecycle engineering coordination supporting large-scale infrastructure and building programs.
- New York, NY
Senior Associate
Van Deusen and Associates (VDA LLC)
Livingston, USA
04.2004 - 04.2013
- Led design, development, and integration of complex vertical transportation systems for new and existing facilities.
- Performed system analysis, prepared technical documentation, budgets, and specifications.
- Managed projects through bidding, construction support, and final inspection/acceptance.
- Livingston, NJ
Engineering and Project Manager
Bucher Hydraulic, Inc.
Saddle Brook, USA
01.1998 - 03.2004
- Engineered hydraulic systems and components; produced detailed AutoCAD shop drawings.
- Managed order processing, purchasing, production support, field training, and troubleshooting — bridging engineering, manufacturing, and field operations.
- Saddle Brook, NJ
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
Newark, NJ01-1998
Associate of Science - Engineering Science
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ01-1994
Bachelor of Science - Production and Factory Planning
Alexandria University
Alexandria, Egypt01-1991
Skills
- Major Project Delivery & Governance
- Systems Integration & Platform Development
- Engineering Team Leadership
- Design-Build Execution
- Budget, Schedule & Risk Control
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- QA/QC & Commissioning
- Manufacturing Base & Process Implementation
- Standardized Interfaces & Modular Solutions
- ASME Code Compliance
- Contract Negotiation
- Stakeholder Management
Certifications And Professional Affiliations
- QEI Certified Elevator Inspector
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) – A17.1 Code Committee involvement
- International Association of Elevator Engineers
- National Association of Elevator Contractors
- National Association of Elevator Safety Authorities (NAESA)
Timeline
Major Project Manager
TK Elevator Corp
05.2018 - Current
Project Manager
Renaissance Construction
09.2015 - 01.2018
Department Manager – Vertical Transportation
AECOM
04.2013 - 09.2015
Senior Associate
Van Deusen and Associates (VDA LLC)
04.2004 - 04.2013
Engineering and Project Manager
Bucher Hydraulic, Inc.
01.1998 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
Associate of Science - Engineering Science
Bergen Community College
Bachelor of Science - Production and Factory Planning
Alexandria University