Von Emigh
Saint John,IN
Summary
Dedicated Project Manager with a track record of successfully planning and managing a wide range of Engineering/Construction projects within budget and timelines. Skilled in strong leadership, time management, and excellent communication. Eager to further expand knowledge and skillset within the Project Management field by taking on more extensive projects. Aspiring to bring precision, efficiency, and innovative solutions to project management leveraging hands-on experience in carpentry and educational background. Committed to leading projects that exceed client expectations and contribute to community development. Passionate Project Manager with expertise in AutoCAD, project management, and creative problem-solving. Aiming to be involved in challenging projects and continue expanding skill sets.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Senior Structural Inspector
Catsi Technical Services
09.2023 - Current
- As a Project Manager I supervised various aspects of projects within refineries, coal handling/ natural gas generating stations, and steel manufacturing facilities
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, developing detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates
- Leading the implementation of projects, managing schedules, and ensuring technical performance
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with projects within refineries, coal handling/ natural gas generating stations, and steel manufacturing facilities
- Regularly communicating project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders (such as contractors, owners, and architects)
- Preparing and negotiating project change orders, managing project budgets, and coordinating with subcontractors
- Ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel during project execution
- Some Past clients include Cleveland Cliffs Steel, Cascades Paper Product Manufacture, and Carmeuse Limestone.
Project Manager/Senior Inspector
Orbital Engineering INC.
Hammond, IN
03.2020 - 09.2023
- As a Project Manager I supervised various aspects of projects within refineries, coal handling/ natural gas generating stations, and steel manufacturing facilities
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, developing detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates
- Leading the implementation of projects, managing schedules, and ensuring technical performance
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with projects within refineries, coal handling/ natural gas generating stations, and steel manufacturing facilities
- Regularly communicating project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders (such as contractors, owners, and architects)
- Preparing and negotiating project change orders, managing project budgets, and coordinating with subcontractors
- Ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel during project execution
- Some Past clients include NRG Generating stations (5 plants within Illinois), BP Refinery, and SunCoke Energy Coke Producing
- Have managed projects with over 1M in budget and have managed up to 4 projects at once.
Project Lead/Structural Inspector
Catsi Technical Services
10.2018 - 03.2020
- As a Project Lead I supervised the project from beginning to oversee deliverables to client
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, developing detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates
- Leading the implementation of projects, managing schedules, and ensuring technical performance
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with projects within refineries, coal handling/ natural gas generating stations, and steel manufacturing facilities
- Regularly communicating project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders (such as contractors, owners, and architects)
- Preparing and negotiating project change orders, managing project budgets, and coordinating with subcontractors
- Ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel during project execution.
General Manager
Prost Restaurant-Chicago, IL
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, Recruiting, hiring, and training of all restaurant staff, including servers and hosts
- Scheduling to ensure proper shift coverage by creating employee schedules
- Streamlining processes working on improving the guest experience
- Financial monitoring restaurant finances, including sales and expenses
- Safety enforcement enforcing food handling regulations and other guidelines to enhance guest safety
- Customer relations, handling customer complaints and promoting the restaurant to attract more customers
- Paperwork completing necessary paperwork, such as sales, inventory, and staff attendance reports.
Owner/Operator
Game 7 Bar & Grill-Chicago, IL
02.2012 - 04.2016
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, Recruiting, hiring, and training of all restaurant staff, including servers and hosts
- Scheduling to ensure proper shift coverage by creating employee schedules
- Streamlining processes working on improving the guest experience by streamlining restaurant processes
- Financial monitoring restaurant finances, including sales and expenses
- Safety enforcement enforcing food handling regulations and other guidelines to enhance guest safety
- Customer relations, handling customer complaints and promoting the restaurant to attract more customers
- Paperwork completing necessary paperwork, such as sales, inventory, and staff attendance reports.
Personal Trainer/Gym Manager
Charter Fitness/ Gym Manager-Chicago, IL
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Implementing standard operating procedures, conducting safety audits, and ensuring staff training on safety protocols
- Ensuring gym equipment is well-maintained, promptly repaired when needed, and strategically replaced
- Establishing rigorous cleaning protocols, managing waste efficiently, and maintaining clean restrooms, locker rooms, and shower areas
- Effectively leading gym staff members by providing guidance, motivation, and support
- Creating employee schedules to ensure proper shift coverage
- Training new staff, overseeing their work, and ensuring quality standard
- Interacting with staff, trainers, and guests to address their needs and maintain a positive gym experience
- Managing the gym’s budget, including expenses, payroll, and revenue
- Attracting new members and retaining existing ones through effective sales strategies
- Preparing financial reports and analyzing performance metrics
- Generating interest in the gym and drawing in new members.
Lead Structural Inspector
Orbital Engineering-Hammond, IN
10.2005 - 01.2010
- Responsibilities including but not limited to, conduct safety inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with government regulations
- Visit work sites to assess safety conditions, identify hazards, and verify adherence to safety protocols
- The goal is to maintain a secure environment for everyone involved in the project
- Interact with facility managers, contractors, and other stakeholders
- Communicate construction plans, work schedules, and safety measures to minimize disruptions and ensure public safety during renovations or rebuilding
- Inspect construction equipment to ensure safe usage, proper maintenance, and compliance with manufacturer instructions
- Train other inspectors in safety procedures and accident prevention techniques
- Additionally, oversee the work of other inspectors, managing their activities and ensuring quality standards
- Inspect buildings for code violations and recommend necessary repairs or renovations to bring them up to code
- Conduct fire drills and inspections to verify the functionality of fire safety equipment
- Ensure that employees are aware of fire safety protocols
- Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection findings, including photographs of unsafe conditions.
Education
Construction Management -
Ivy Tech
10.2024
Skills
- Highly attentive
- Project management
- Schedule Management
- Developing project plans
- Resource allocation
- Budget estimates
- Ensuring technical performance
- Identifying and mitigating risks
- Communicating project status
- Preparing and negotiating project change orders
- Managing project budgets
- Coordinating with subcontractors
- Ensuring a safe work environment
- Scheduling
- Streamlining processes
- Cost Analysis
- Safety enforcement
- Customer relations
- Conducting safety inspections
- Assessing safety conditions
- Preparing detailed reports
Certification
- Currently studying to obtain my PMP Certificate
- 35 Hour PMP Certification Course
- Osha 10 Hour
- International Fitness Association
- NCSF NSCA Certification (Strength and Fitness)
- TWIC Card
- Mag Particle dry/wet testing level ll
- Ultra sonic thickness testing Level ll
- Liquid Penetrant Inspection Level ll
- Confined Space Entry
- Certified to supervise and/or work in confined space entry
- Crane Certification
- Visual Observer for Drone Flights
Timeline
Project Manager/Senior Structural Inspector
Catsi Technical Services
09.2023 - Current
Project Manager/Senior Inspector
Orbital Engineering INC.
03.2020 - 09.2023
Project Lead/Structural Inspector
Catsi Technical Services
10.2018 - 03.2020
General Manager
Prost Restaurant-Chicago, IL
02.2016 - 10.2018
Owner/Operator
Game 7 Bar & Grill-Chicago, IL
02.2012 - 04.2016
Personal Trainer/Gym Manager
Charter Fitness/ Gym Manager-Chicago, IL
01.2010 - 07.2012
Lead Structural Inspector
Orbital Engineering-Hammond, IN
10.2005 - 01.2010
Construction Management -
Ivy Tech
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