Troy Reed
Fountain Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated and safety-certified construction and pipeline operations professional with extensive experience across residential homebuilding, pipeline corrosion control, project management and heavy equipment operations. Proven success managing field operations, overseeing construction phases, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and NACE standards. Skilled in team leadership, safety training, and hands-on work from grading to coating restoration. Known for integrity, work ethic, and project dedication.
Professional in construction management, equipped to oversee and coordinate project activities effectively. Proven track record in managing schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely project completion and high-quality results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and maintaining clear communication among stakeholders. Skilled in project planning, risk management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Reliable and results-driven, ready to contribute to any construction project.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Construction Manager
Meritage Homes
05.2022 - 07.2023
- - Oversaw day-to-day operations of residential construction sites, including scheduling, inspections, and subcontractor coordination.
- - Ensured quality control across all phases of development from grading to final walk-through.
- - Maintained adherence to construction timelines, budget, and safety protocols.
- - Provided leadership support to site supervisors and subcontractor crews.
Pipeline Operator / Foreman / Project Management
OC&C
02.2020 - 04.2022
- - Replaced and Repaired pipeline
- - Performed corrosion maintenance and pipeline repair in refinery environments following NACE specifications.
- - Conducted excavation, sandblasting, brushing, coating, pipe repair, backfilling, and resurfacing of roads and streets.
- - Maintained and restored refinery facilities to prevent structural deterioration.
- - Project Management
- Trained and certified under OSHA and the Occupational Safety Council of America for pipeline and refinery safety.
- - Held multiple OQ certifications, TWIC card, and BNSF Railroad Contractor Safety Card.
- Contributed to an overall culture of safety and excellence within the organization through active participation in safety meetings, training sessions, and other related activities.
Foreman Pipeline Operator
Goldsmith Construction
03.2019 - 02.2020
- - Conducted corrosion maintenance and repair on refinery, pipelines and facilities.
- - Replaced and Repaired pipeline
- Executed coating removal and reapplication to NACE specs.
- - Transitioned to OC&C with project manager for enhanced safety oversight and long-term stability.
- - Project Management experience
Equipment Operator
MR Tanner Paving & Grading
08.2018 - 01.2019
- - Operated heavy machinery for grading and paving of new roads, commercial and residential properties, and asphalt replacement projects.
- - Handled demolition, road base prep, and asphalt compaction.
- - Performed safety inspections and ensured proper grading and slope per construction plans.
Franchise Owner
It's A Grind Coffee Shop
01.2005 - 01.2010
- - Owned and operated a successful retail coffee franchise.
- - Managed hiring, training, payroll, inventory, and marketing.
- - Gained firsthand experience in entrepreneurship, customer service, and business operations.
- Established strong relationships with local businesses to foster community support and drive foot traffic to the franchise location.
- Increased franchise revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Developed solid rapport with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services while managing cost expectations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
Fire Technology / Fire Science
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA09.1999
High School Diploma -
Valley Vista
Huntington Beach, CA05-1994
Skills
- Residential Construction Oversight
- Pipeline & Corrosion Maintenance
- Project Management
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Asphalt & Road Grading
- Safety & Compliance Enforcement
- Excavation & Coating Application
- Crew Leadership & Training
- Blueprint & Plan Interpretation
- Customer Service & Vendor Management
- Scheduling and planning
- Health and safety regulations
- Construction estimating
- Materials procurement
- Contract administration
- Critical thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Effective communication
- Job and material estimates
- Decision-making
Certification
- OSHA Safety Training (Pipeline & Refinery)
- Traffic Management Certification
- Occupational Safety Council of America
- NACE Coating Standards (Experience)
- TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential
- BNSF Railroad Contractor Safety Card
- Certified in Pipe Cutting, Sealing, Welding, and Joint Repair
- Multiple Operator Qualifications (OQs)
Timeline
Assistant Construction Manager
Meritage Homes
05.2022 - 07.2023
Pipeline Operator / Foreman / Project Management
OC&C
02.2020 - 04.2022
Foreman Pipeline Operator
Goldsmith Construction
03.2019 - 02.2020
Equipment Operator
MR Tanner Paving & Grading
08.2018 - 01.2019
Franchise Owner
It's A Grind Coffee Shop
01.2005 - 01.2010
Fire Technology / Fire Science
Santa Ana College
High School Diploma -
Valley Vista
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