Vaughn Whitaker
Chicago,IL
Summary
Multifaceted, methodical, and solution-oriented professional; equipped with strong analytical and technical expertise, honed from an extensive military background. Equipped with in-depth knowledge concerning quality control analysis to ensure seamless operations and achievement of organization-set goals and objectives. A product driven, strategic planner; effective at ensuring personnel and equipment safety, driving continuous process improvement, and the desired end-state.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer II
The Walsh Group
02.2022 - Current
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.
- Maintained records of cost and quantity information for each project and engineering discipline.
- Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs.
- Managed complex projects using advanced BIM technologies, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Design Engineer
The Hill Group
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Created FP drawings primarily using Revit to convey design intent and production configurations for commerical mid-high rise projects.
- Processed customer-supplied requirements into actionable design plans through critical thinking and independent research.
- Drafted technical documentation or critical system components to obtain drawing approval and permits as necessary
Design Engineer
Valley Fire Protection Systems, LLC
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Created CAD drawings using Autodesk applications (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks) to convey manufacturing and production configurations.
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models.
- Tested feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment and labor to determine project feasibility.
Special Projects Coordinator
The United States Navy
05.2013 - 03.2019
- Mentored and supervised 13 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Directed safe and secure operations of over $50MM worth of government assets, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
Education
MBA -
Lewis University
Oak Brook, IL12.2025
Master of Science - Project Management
Lewis University
Oak Brook, IL08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV06.2021
Skills
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Planning and Deployment
- Project Scope and Requirements
Certification
- PMP
Additional Information
Projects:
- Plumber's Union Parking Garage
1371 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60607
General Contractor: W.E. O'Neil
Subcontractor: Hill Fire
Project Type: Design-Build
Role: Lead Designer
- Multi-Story Family Towers
150 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60607
General Contractor: Power Construction
Subcontractor: Hill Fire
Project Type: Design-Build
Role: Design
- BMO Tower
320 S. Canal St., Chicago, IL 60606
General Contractor: Pepper Construction
Subcontractor: Hill Fire
Project Type: 7-Story Renovation
Role: Design
- Delta Chicago Sky Club, Terminal 5 (T-5)
10000 W. Balmoral Ave., Chicago, IL 60666
General Contractor: Holder Construction
Subcontractor: Hill Fire
Project Type: Full-Renovation
Role: Design
- Beacon Health Memorial Hospital
615 N. Michigan St., South Bend, 46601
General Contractor: The Walsh Group
Project Type: Renovation / New Bed Tower/ 10-Story Addition
Role: Project Estimating (Div. 9-14)
- CTA: Red-Purple Line Modernization (Heavy-Civil/Transportation)
LBMM, Chicago, IL
General Contractor: Walsh-Fluor Design Build Team
Project Type: Design-Build
Role: MEP Engineer (Stations)
Timeline
Project Engineer II
The Walsh Group
02.2022 - Current
Design Engineer
The Hill Group
06.2021 - 01.2022
Design Engineer
Valley Fire Protection Systems, LLC
03.2019 - 05.2021
Special Projects Coordinator
The United States Navy
05.2013 - 03.2019
MBA -
Lewis University
Master of Science - Project Management
Lewis University
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
American Public University System
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