Jerry Ayala
Schertz,TX
Summary
Dedicated Regional Manager / Field Operations with 18 + years of experience in the transmission and substation construction. Consistently achieve goals by monitoring the scope, schedule, budget through managing and ability to work collaboratively with others to solve problems and overcome obstacles. Leader of results oriented, team effectively, cross functional teams at all levels. instill a shared, enthusiastic commitment to success as a key driver of company goal attainment. Lead by example and ensure the execution of pre-construction to final walk through.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Foundations Manager
Pike Electric
05.2025 - 07.2026
- Coordinated team schedules and resource allocation for project efficiency.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and industry standards on job sites.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline project workflows
- Conducted performance reviews with team members, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies.
- Reviewed drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting bids.
Regional Manager / Field Operations Manager
Michels Power
Neenah, Wisconsin
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Reviewed drawings prior to beginning any work on substation or transmission lines.
- Identified areas where additional resources may be required in order to complete projects within deadlines.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure the safety of construction personnel.
- Provided guidance and support to workers in order to ensure safe working conditions on site.
- Resolved issues during construction phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Procured materials and vendors for each project.
- Assisted estimators during bidding process.
- Scheduled meetings with Superintendents for pre construction of project.
Construction Manager
Brink Constructors Inc.
Rapid City, SD
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Attended pre construction meetings/ pre bids
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Facilitate work responsibilities, project status communication, deliverables to respective parties.
- Evaluated and recommended new procedures to upgrade and refine existing procedures.
- Participated in weekly coordination meetings with clients / FFC to ensure work is being executed in accordance to schedule .
- Recruited and hired employees , in addition to monitoring daily performance of multiple crews.
- Ensure the project is fully supported in perspective the project management team have all information on progress to execute the project successfully and within budget.
- Visited potential project sites during bid process for any obstacles / obstructions missed
- Project Procurement.
Construction Manager
EC Source Services
Houston , Tx
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Train crews on site-specific requirements, techniques and procedures.
- Resolve issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Responsible for ordering equipment, tooling, and materials
- Assisted estimators during bid process
- Attended pre bids, pre construction meetings, pre site visits, management meetings, production meetings.
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety
- Assigned projects to superintendents based on project requirements and crew strength
- Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every project.
- Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
- Conferred with other managers to coordinate efficient site work and maintain tight schedules.
- Weekly meetings with superintendents regarding project progress, site problems and labor status.
- Manage crews, project milestone completion and quality of work performed.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Procurement for all projects
General Superintendent
DynaGrid Construction
Lewisville , TX
11.2017 - 04.2020
- Coordinated all phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Procurement for all projects
- Manage the execution of transmission line and substation projects
- Utilized strong oral and written
- Demonstrated ability to follow safety protocols, safe work practices and comply with policies
- Provided guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of complex projects
- Provided quality control management to deliver a finished well constructed project
- Prepared cost and inventory reports and maintained accurate records using company work order reporting system.
- Saved money by overseeing cost-effective material sourcing and effective work orders.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Attended pre-bids, pre-site visits and pre-construction meetings
- Managed and maintained on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources for multiple projects, completing all on-time and within-budget.
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Presented updates and reports measuring productivity, delays, man power, equipment and needs
Superintendent / General Superintendent
Seaboard Foundations
Aledo , TX
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Developed sustainable operational processes, plans and evaluation systems in collaboration with crew members.
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming that all personnel, including subcontractors, observed protocols and standards.
- Defined project deliverables and monitored status of tasks.
- Maintained daily communication with vendors to drive forward progress of project.
- Complied with operational standards and OSHA regulations.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during all phases of construction projects.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing works-in-progress and delegating tasks.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Maintained on-time and under-budget project completion
- Sustained safety protocols and provided proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Attended pre-bids, pre-site visits, and pre-construction meetings
Asst Superintendent
Auger Services
Gonzales, LA
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Verified project scope achievement through careful supervision of the project superintendent
- Gained valuable insight into various project types transmission line and substations
- Managed projects to complete on schedule by working with the project superintendent
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming that all personnel, including subcontractors, observed protocols and standards.
- Mitigated project downtime by effectively managing, scheduling and dispatching mechanics for on-site repairs.
- Analyzed job sites daily to mitigate risks for employees
- Recorded supplies, parts, equipment and employee work hours for every job.
- Motivated and supported field workers completing work to increase work quality and efficiency.
- Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
Drill Rig Operator /Foreman
Canfer Construction
Dallas , TX
03.2006 - 02.2012
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service
- Selected appropriate augers and other tools based upon job requirements
- Expertise in rock drilling, slurry, installing casings, complex drilling
- Inspected and maintained augers for safe and efficient use
- Managed all rig move and drilling operations.
- Supervised rig commissioning and rig drilling operations.
- Operated and stabilized equipment and drill rigs
- Supervised and documented all drilling operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marion High
Marion Tx05.2002
Skills
- Field Management
- Field Operations
- Cross-functional team management
- Managing numerous crews
- Project planning / schedule
- Recruiting and hiring
- Supervision and training
- Procurement
Timeline
Foundations Manager
Pike Electric
05.2025 - 07.2026
Regional Manager / Field Operations Manager
Michels Power
05.2023 - 05.2025
Construction Manager
Brink Constructors Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2023
Construction Manager
EC Source Services
04.2020 - 02.2021
General Superintendent
DynaGrid Construction
11.2017 - 04.2020
Superintendent / General Superintendent
Seaboard Foundations
02.2014 - 11.2017
Asst Superintendent
Auger Services
01.2012 - 02.2014
Drill Rig Operator /Foreman
Canfer Construction
03.2006 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Marion High