Innovative Director of Engineering who develops and applies concepts to deliver exceptional final products. Combines technical engineering capability with effective management techniques. Applies strong planning and analytical skills to maximize job performance, enhance moral, and meet professional and financial responsibilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Engineering
City Of Poquoson
05.2021 - Current
Executive leader overseeing all engineering activities in the City of Poquoson.
Build strong teams through selective recruitment and post-hire mentorship of junior engineers.
Take ownership of assigned department-wide projects, presenting regular updates to senior leadership on progress and status.
Function as the primary point of contact for high-profile clientele, addressing concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations.
Grew existing client relationships through consistent communication and effective contact.
Set budgets for engineering tasks, tailoring financial limitations to business goals and optimizing return on investment (ROI) for completed deliverables.
Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval and weekly work schedules.
Program Manager- Maintenance/Engineering Manager
Virginia Department Of Transportation
03.2019 - 05.2021
Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Managed and directed efficient teams of 40 state and contract employees.
Administered region-wide maintenance and repair programs for the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel and Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel.
Managed an annual multi-million dollar budget to ensure project expenditures and work implementation were precise, balanced, and meet the needs of stakeholders.
Performed as the contract administrator on projects ranging from $100K- $5M.
Reviewed construction plans to provide accurate constructability reports for the tunnels.
Provided structural inspections on support members of the tunnels.
Rolled out improved training programs for employees.
Structure and Bridge Engineer
Virginia Department Of Transportation
11.2016 - 03.2019
Supported the Structure and Bridge section with quality oversight and review of structural design and project management of existing and new structure projects.
Verified construction documentation conformed to quality assurance standards.
Worked with the Attorney Generals office of Virginia on cases involving structural damage.
Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads, and other metrics for bridge design.
Created cost-effective, sustainable and safe plans for large and small bridge projects.
Managed 10+ projects on-time and on-budget, while maintaining effective working relationships with individuals both inside and outside the organization.
Helped prepare project budgets, maintain schedules and put together final documentation.
Bridge Inspection Engineer, EIT
Clark Nexsen
06.2016 - 11.2016
Performed bridge inspections as a team leader.
Inspected and evaluated existing buildings for structural deficiencies and code violations.
Assistant team lead for a bridge inspection of the 236 span Monitor Merrimac Bridge.
Compiled accurate reports and recommendations to keep structures in safe condition.
Associate Engineer
Virginia Department Of Transportation
05.2013 - 06.2016
Reviewed construction plans to ensure conformance with VDOT specifications and contracts.
Ensured contractors implemented the MUTCD and Virginia Work Area Protection Manual in compliance.
Projected future construction, engineering, and inspection budgets using historical data.
Developed action plans to aid in meeting defined objectives and streamlining existing processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2014
Associate of Science - Engineering
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton
03.2012
Skills
Client Relationship Management
Project Planning Oversight
Leadership
Adaptability
Collaboration
Project Management
Employee Development
Certification
Professional Engineer - Virginia License Number 0402059975
M.ASCE- Voting member of the American Society of Civil Engineers
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