THOMAS RUDDLE
FRANKLIN,WV
Summary
Results-driven construction professional with progressive experience supporting commercial construction projects from field execution through project completion. Skilled in construction scheduling, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and project documentation. Proven ability to collaborate with project teams, resolve field issues, and maintain safe, efficient job sites while meeting project schedules and budget objectives. Committed to delivering high-quality construction through strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Lantz Construction
Broadway, Virginia
10.2023 - Current
- Managed Lantz Construction's work on projects at Merck's pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, serving as the primary on-site representative responsible for planning, coordination, execution, and project closeout.
- Managed daily field operations, directing subcontractors and coordinating material deliveries to maintain project schedules while ensuring compliance with Merck safety and GMP requirements.
- Successfully managed the completion phase of a Jacobs-led construction project at Merck, overseeing remaining construction scopes, coordinating subcontractors, and driving punch list completion through final turnover.
- Collaborated with Jacobs construction management, Merck personnel, subcontractors, and design teams to resolve field issues and achieve timely completion of project milestones.
- Facilitated owner walkdowns, punch list reviews, and final inspections to verify quality standards and support project turnover.
- Led daily coordination meetings, reviewed Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), monitored permit compliance, and promoted a strong safety culture throughout project execution.
- Managed RFIs, submittals, change orders, project documentation, and closeout packages using Procore.
- Reviewed construction drawings and specifications, identified constructability issues, and implemented field solutions to minimize schedule impacts.
- Compiled turnover documentation for all work scopes, verifying accuracy and completeness to support project closeout.
Senior Project Engineer
Balfour Beatty
Savannah, Georgia
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated daily construction activities to align project schedules, manage costs, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and contract documents.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment to verify compliance with project drawings, specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes.
- Collaborated with Project Managers, subcontractors, and field personnel to resolve construction issues, minimize delays, and maintain project progress.
- Developed, maintained, and distributed project schedules using Microsoft Project, providing schedule updates to owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Managed project documentation through Procore, including submittals, RFIs, Potential Change Orders (PCOs), and Change Order Requests (CCOs), ensuring timely resolution of project issues.
- Coordinated material procurement and subcontractor activities to support efficient workflow and on-time project completion.
- Participated in project meetings with owners, subcontractors, and design teams to communicate progress, discuss project challenges, and coordinate solutions.
Project Engineer
Lantz Construction
Broadway, Virginia
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Coordinated daily construction activities to maintain project schedules, control costs, and ensure work was completed safely and in accordance with contract documents.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment to verify compliance with project drawings, specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes.
- Collaborated with Project Managers, subcontractors, and field personnel to resolve construction issues, minimize delays, and maintain project progress.
- Developed, maintained, and distributed project schedules using Microsoft Project, providing schedule updates to owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Managed project documentation through Procore, including submittals, RFIs, Potential Change Orders (PCOs), and Change Order Requests (CCOs), ensuring timely resolution of project issues.
- Performed routine field inspections to verify workmanship, identify deficiencies, and support quality control throughout construction.
- Coordinated material procurement and subcontractor activities to support efficient workflow and on-time project completion.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and monitoring compliance with site safety requirements.
- Participated in project meetings with owners, subcontractors, and design teams to communicate progress, discuss project challenges, and coordinate solutions.
- Assisted with project closeout activities, including punch list completion, documentation, and final inspections.
Craftsperson
Lantz Construction
Broadway, Virginia
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed demolition, framing, finish installation, and renovation work on occupied retirement community projects, ensuring a safe and organized work environment.
- Interpreted construction plans and executed renovation work in alignment with project specifications and quality standards, enhancing project outcomes.
- Coordinated renovation work in occupied senior living facilities, effectively minimizing disruptions and adhering to project schedules.
- Assisted with the repurposing of an existing space within an active dairy processing facility, supporting renovation activities in a manufacturing environment.
- Maintained compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations, contributing to an incident-free job site.
- Collaborated with experienced tradespeople and supervisors to develop knowledge of commercial construction methods, building systems, and industry best practices.
Education
BBA - Finance
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12-2010
Skills
- Project Scheduling & Planning
- Blueprint & Specification Interpretation
- Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Project Scope & Cost Control
- Construction Site Operations
- Subcontractor Coordination
- RFI, Submittal & Change Order Management
- Material Procurement and Coordination
- Microsoft Project
- Procore
- Safety Compliance & OSHA Standards
- OSHA 30-Hour Certified
- Field Problem Solving
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
Timeline
Project Engineer
Lantz Construction
10.2023 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
Balfour Beatty
08.2022 - 05.2023
Project Engineer
Lantz Construction
03.2020 - 07.2022
Craftsperson
Lantz Construction
10.2018 - 03.2020
BBA - Finance
Marshall University