WAYNE PARSONS
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Professional with a robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. ability to effectively manage multiple large-scale projects, tasks, and priorities globally.
Core competencies include:
- Strategic Vision, Planning & Execution
- Human Capital Management
- Quality Assurance, Quality Control
- Global Program & Project Management
- Win-Win Negotiator & Coalition Builder
- Process & Performance Improvements
- Team Building & Organizational Leadership
- Workforce Training & Development
- Civil Engineering & Facilities Management
- Professional Manager Certified (PMC)
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Facility Maintenance & Repair
University of Tennessee
12.2023 - Current
- Directs 180 personnel in performing maintenance on all the systems associated with the 250-plus buildings on the Main and Agricultural Campuses, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring that all the systems function optimally at all times
- Manages a 12 million dollar budget and is responsible for maintaining electrical and lighting systems, heating, ventilating & air conditioning systems, plumbing systems, laboratory systems, and structural and building envelope systems such as roofing, walls, and windows
- Initiated a campus-wide asset management program, including roofing assessments and full facility condition surveys, to enhance inventory accuracy and optimize facility assignments
- Coordinates with engineering, design, and planning groups on new projects throughout the campus for maintainability and sustainability
- Serve as the Emergency Management Representative for Facilities Services, coordinating preparedness and response efforts for campus events to ensure safety and operational continuity.Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
Construction Project Manager
Consolidated Nuclear Security (Y-12)
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Collaborated with Department of Energy and program managers for project feasibility and constructability
- Observe and document field and construction activities related to DOE projects and facilities
- Leads/Monitors direct hire craft and contractor activities for conformance with the approved contract documents including submittals, specifications, drawings, and schedules
- Oversees field engineers, superintendents, sub-contract representatives, and other disciplines on large, complex projects
- Reviews and monitors the conformance to safety and quality control plans
- Maintains accurate and concise daily reports and project records, including record drawings
- Provides input from the field to assist project managers, designers, and engineers in successful project completion
Regional Senior-level Personnel/Operations Director
United States Air Force
04.1997 - 12.2022
- Group Superintendent - 800th RED HORSE GROUP (RHG), Nellis AFB, NV (2020 to Dec 2022): Principal advisor to the Senior Director and staff on matters influencing the governance, readiness, training, and effective utilization of 1,100 personnel encompassing the operation of 4-organizations across the United States
- Key consultant to the Senior Director on factors affecting morale, retention, and human resource utilization and manages $35M in construction projects worldwide
- Assisted in developing facility and infrastructure plans and played a key decision-making role in justifying funding requests in collaboration with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) and the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) to support mission readiness and strategic investment priorities.
- Initiated change management strategies that effectively addressed employee concerns while driving forward organizational transformation efforts. Led to creation of first ever Air Force wide engineering training unit
- The focal point for all RHG manpower, career paths, recognition programs, and professional training
Superintendent - 509th Mission Support Group
United States Air Force
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Served as the senior personnel advisor to the Senior Director for ensuring the well-being of 1,800 personnel in 6 agencies consisting of 45 career fields that directly support 20 B-2s, 20 A10s, 14 T-38ss, 10 UH 60s, and 6 H-64s
- Provided diverse support to 3,900 base personnel, 4,200 dependents, 11,500 retirees, and 600 personnel in 6 dormitories
- Oversaw infrastructure management/projects, security, communications, contracting, and installation support functions
- Partnered with local, state, and departmental stakeholders to support Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Planning and Integration Directorate in prioritizing facility enhancements and construction projects, leveraging an objective scoring model to assess mission risk, infrastructure needs, and cost-saving investments for optimized Air Force funding allocation
Superintendent - 19th Civil Engineer (CE) Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Senior personnel advisor to the Senior Director on the morale, welfare, discipline, and functional utilization of 299 personnel
- Equipped and trained Civil Engineer personnel for expeditionary requirements and supported home station missions of 1,900 AF personnel by providing, construction, sustainment, repair, emergency management, and emergency fire services for $4.2B in infrastructure used to provide Global Vigilance, Reach and Power worldwide
Operations Flight Superintendent - 509th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Led 233 technicians in 4 elements, 14 shops, and 8 career fields; oversaw execution of a $15M budget and maintenance of $1.1B in infrastructure
- Guided work requirement life cycle for 342 facilities, 3.6M square yards of airfield, and $80M base pavements supporting 70 aircraft worth $49B
- Managed $2.2M in service contract support for a $15.4M vehicle fleet, water, and wastewater plants, and a $100M type 5 fuel delivery system
- Served as Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (BEEF) liaison
Superintendent, Heavy Repair - 509th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Masterfully led 74 personnel in managing 3 shops comprised of pavements, grounds, structures, locks, and $14M worth of vehicles and equipment
- Directed maintenance, repair, and construction for 980 facilities totaling 3.96M sq ft valued at $1.1B supporting $44.6B B-2, A-10, T-38, and rotary wing aircraft
- Oversaw 323K square yards of airfield pavement, 31.7 miles of streets, 50 miles of drainage system, and base-wide grounds maintenance
Superintendent, Operations Flight - 375th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Led and supervised 180 personnel in 8 diverse career fields, and 52 multi-craft civilians encompassing 7 sections and 12 work centers
- Directed $4.7B infrastructure maintenance and construction, supporting 127 regional units, 31-tenant units, U.S
- Transportation Command, Air Mobility Command, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, 18th AF/4 wings, and 46K personnel
- Managed a $9M annual budget and priorities supporting 826 building maintenance, 59 road miles, 580 acres, 2 runways, and Mobility AF global C2 network
RED HORSE (RH) & Deployment Program Manager
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed regional-level policy and program guidance concerning RH force packaging requirements
- Coordinated with state and DOD stakeholders in the selection of multi-use and construction projects
- Organized, trained, and equipped 1,200+ civil engineers embedded in 59 Unit unit-type codes across 6-RH agencies
- Managed a $1M budget to secure airlift for mandatory annual tours, training, exercises, and special projects
- Developed force presentation plans and strategies for 31 Prime BEEF, 5 RH, and 3 staff augmentation units
Construction Team & Project Manager
United States Air Force
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Masterfully functioned as a combat-ready engineer, providing immediate worldwide RED HORSE Squadron response capabilities
- Deployed as project manager, leading up to 50 craftsmen to execute large-scale domestic and overseas construction projects
- Assigned to a high-tempo mobility team to support Major Theater Wars and Military Operations Other Than War
- Led personnel training projects valued up to $750K and multiple projects worth over $5M at deployed locations
Instructor, Pavement & Equipment
United States Air Force
01.2005 - 12.2009
Heavy Repair Supervisor
United States Air Force
01.2002 - 12.2005
Education
B.S. - IDS Project Management & Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAA.A.S. - Construction Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell, ALA.A.S. - Instructor of Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell, ALProfessional Manager Certification (PMC) -
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell, ALCertified Educational Facilities Professional -
Association of Physical Plant Administrators
01-2024
Master of Science - Engineering Managment
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2026
Skills
- Strategic Vision, Planning & Execution
- Workforce Management
- Program & Project Management
- Strategic Coalition Builder
- Process & Performance Improvements
- Team Building & Organizational Leadership
- Workforce Training & Development
- Civil Engineering & Facilities Management
- Professional Manager Certified (PMC)
- Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Certification
- Certified Educational Facilities Professional
- Executive-level Leadership
- Senior Leadership/Management Academy
- Civil Engineer Superintendent
- Heavy Repair Superintendent
- Regional Functional Operations Manager
- Pavement & Construction Equipment Operator
Awards
- Technician of the Year x2
- Head Quarters 9th Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year
- Distinguished Graduate - Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
- Society of American Military Engineers Military Engineer of the Year
Timeline
Director of Facility Maintenance & Repair
University of Tennessee
12.2023 - Current
Construction Project Manager
Consolidated Nuclear Security (Y-12)
01.2023 - 12.2023
Superintendent - 509th Mission Support Group
United States Air Force
01.2019 - 12.2020
Superintendent - 19th Civil Engineer (CE) Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 12.2019
Operations Flight Superintendent - 509th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 12.2018
Superintendent, Heavy Repair - 509th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 12.2016
Superintendent, Operations Flight - 375th Civil Engineer Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 12.2015
RED HORSE (RH) & Deployment Program Manager
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 12.2014
Construction Team & Project Manager
United States Air Force
01.2008 - 12.2012
Instructor, Pavement & Equipment
United States Air Force
01.2005 - 12.2009
Heavy Repair Supervisor
United States Air Force
01.2002 - 12.2005
Regional Senior-level Personnel/Operations Director
United States Air Force
04.1997 - 12.2022
A.A.S. - Construction Technology
Community College of the Air Force
A.A.S. - Instructor of Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Professional Manager Certification (PMC) -
Community College of the Air Force
B.S. - IDS Project Management & Education
Liberty University
Certified Educational Facilities Professional -
Association of Physical Plant Administrators
Master of Science - Engineering Managment
University of Tennessee
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