Vance A. Morrow III
Salisbury,Maryland
Summary
Experienced Project Engineer and Project Manager with a strong track record in construction oversight and process optimization. Skilled in technical documentation, client communication, and strategic planning.
Proven leadership as a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy, excelling in personnel management and operational readiness. Notable for improving operational procedures, enhancing divisional performance and fostering teamwork among staff members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Chief Mineman
United States Navy Reserves
Annapolis
06.2013 - Current
- Assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 8 Bravo Company - Annapolis, MD
- Small Craft Coxswain responsible for the safe operation of a 34' patrol craft and crew of 4 with weapons release authority
- Lead Chief Petty Officer responsible for running the supply department with gear for 108 sailors valued at over $1.5 million
- Developed and maintained comprehensive gear trackers, ensuring timely provision of essential equipment for all personnel
- Two overseas mobilizations from 2018-2019 and 2024-2025 each averaging 12 months
Project Engineer - Project Manager
Delmarva Veteran Builders
Salisbury
10.2020 - 09.2024
- Prepared and reviewed technical documents, including RFIs (Requests for Information), submittals, change orders, and specifications
- Collaborated with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to define project requirements, objectives, and timelines Maintain/update project records
- Facilitated effective communication between all project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and project teams
- Create/distributed project close-out material including operation and maintenance and warranty management manuals ensuring project requirements compliance
- Led and managed multiple construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring projects were delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
- Developed and maintained detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking key milestones and adjusting timelines to prevent delays and budget overruns
- Coordinated and supervised project teams, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring all parties adhered to project specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards
- Managed project financials, including cost estimation, budgeting, and invoicing, resulting in the completion of projects within budget, maximizing profitability
Construction Superintendent
Delmarva Veteran Builders
Salisbury
01.2015 - 10.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations of construction sites, ensuring all activities were executed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards
- Managed and coordinated all subcontractors, labor, materials, and equipment to maintain project schedules and minimize delays
- Ensured compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and quality control standards to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Conducted daily site inspections to monitor progress, resolve issues, and verify adherence to contract requirements and safety protocols
- Collaborated with project managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to resolve design or construction-related issues promptly
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Westminster
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Managed day-to-day operations of the rental branch, overseeing customer service, vehicle fleet management, and employee performance to ensure efficient branch functionality
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive rental experience, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings
- Assisted in developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote rental services, increasing branch visibility and attracting new customers
Manager
Quantico Creek Sod Farms, Inc
Salisbury
- Supervised field production and maintenance for Quantico Creek Sod Farms heirloom vegetables line ensuring weekly sales quotas were met
- Managed more than twenty employees in field production, packing, quality control and shipping of all product lines
- Held a central role in the building and maintenance of a 9,000sf hydroponic greenhouse facility
Education
U.S. NAVY Apprentice Technical Training & A-School - Mineman
Great Lakes, IL02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD06.2008
Skills
- Project management
- Construction oversight
- Technical documentation
- Budget management
- Supply chain management
- Client communication
- Risk management
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
Certification
- OSHA 30
- State of DE Sediment & Stormwater Management Certification
- American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, 04/16/26
Projects
- Accomack County Tech Services Building
- Staybridge Suites Rehoboth Beach
- Cannery Park Event Center
- Ocean City Fire Station #3
- Rehoboth Beach Patrol & Comfort Station
- Millsboro Police Station
- Worcester County Recreation Building
- Hertrich Buick-GMC Dealership
- Stockley Forensic Science Building
- DE Seashore WW II Tower #3 Renovation
- DNREC Drystack Building
- East Salisbury Elementary School Renovation
- Hertrich Collision Center Elkton
- Seaford Middle School Athletic Facility
- Ocean City Boardwalk Restoration
- Bethany Beach Training Site Fitness Center
- Amerin Coffee House Chincoteague
- Taylor's Barbeque Salisbury
- Sussex Tech Welding Shop
- Benny Street Community Outreach Center
- USDA Building Renovations
- Greater Salisbury Building Renovations
- Royal Farms Princess Anne
- Seaford Central Elem. School Renovations
- Shore Distributors Georgetown
- Historic Crisfield National Guard Armory
- Camp Arrowhead Dinning Hall
- DE State University Dome Replacement
- Salisbury University Fulton Hall Renovations
- Plantation Lakes Golf Maintenance Facility
- Plantation Lakes Clubhouse
- Wawa Seaford
- Hertrich Collision Center Salisbury
- Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
- Wor-Wic College Fire Pump Replacement
- 7-11 Salisbury
- Queen Anne's County 911 Center
- Milton Shipbuilders
- Oak Ridge Baptist Church
- 7-11 Berlin
- Galena Elementary School Renovations
- USPS Dover
- R.A. Shields Elementary School
- UMES Pharmacy Building
- UMES Farm Building Royal Farms Milford #051
- Accomack Emergency Operations Center
- Pickering Creek Audubon Center
- Skeeter Lane Navy Housing
- Bridgeville Police Station
- Royal Farms Salisbury #283
- Martinak State Park Renovations
- Autobahn Service Center
- Seaside Smiles Berlin
- Your Doc's In S. Salisbury Blvd
- Wicomico County Regional Airport Humane Society Renovation
- Indian River Pumphouse
- Allen Harim Offices Remodel
Military Experience
Chief Mineman, United States Navy Reserves, Annapolis, MD, 06/01/13, Current, Assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 8 Bravo Company - Annapolis, MD., Small Craft Coxswain responsible for the safe operation of a 34' patrol craft and crew of 4 with weapons release authority., Lead Chief Petty Officer responsible for running the supply department with gear for 108 sailors valued at over $1.5 million., Developed and maintained comprehensive gear trackers, ensuring timely provision of essential equipment for all personnel., Two overseas mobilizations from 2018-2019 and 2024-2025 each averaging 12 months.
Timeline
Project Engineer - Project Manager
Delmarva Veteran Builders
10.2020 - 09.2024
Construction Superintendent
Delmarva Veteran Builders
01.2015 - 10.2020
Chief Mineman
United States Navy Reserves
06.2013 - Current
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
01.2009 - 09.2011
Manager
Quantico Creek Sod Farms, Inc
U.S. NAVY Apprentice Technical Training & A-School - Mineman
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Salisbury University
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