DAVID M. THOMAS
1110 Applerock
Leander, Texas 78641
512-217-2649
Construction Coordinator 4/08 to Present
Jacobs Engineering Austin, TX

Oversaw the installation of continuous welded rail, manual and power derails and switches, insulated joints and welds for Capital Metro on their Miscellaneous Track Installation and Manor Siding Projects.
Coordinated Pre Construction Meetings with the City of Austin and weekly contractor progress meetings.
Monitored Contractors progress and adherence to their work schedule.
Liaison between contractor and design engineer for the submittal of materials to be used on the project.
Reviewed and corresponded to RFIs and Change Order Requests from the contractor, provided Independent Cost Estimates and Change Orders to the Project Director for approval.
Reviewed Pay applications and payment recommendations.
Created final punchlists and documents for closeout for the Projects


Senior Field Representative9/03 to 4/08
PBS&JPflugerville, TX

Responsible for inspection of all aspects of contractors work on SH 45 Project and that work was in compliance with TxDOT, Standards, Specifications, Contact Documents and Plans. This included, traffic control, drainage pipe and boxes, inlets, embankment, flex base, top soil, clay liner, sidewalk, driveways, concrete rip rap, striping, large and small signs, retaining walls, soil nails, CRCP, bridge decks, bents and abutments metal beam guard fence, irrigation and landscape.
Measurement and payment of Bid Quantity Items for the monthly estimate, recorded force account work, prepared final punch lists, and final project acceptance.

Assistant Resident Engineer Cal Trans2/02 To 9/03
Washington Group InternationalIrvine, CA

Inspected asphalt grind and asphalt overlay on a 10 mile section of I-10. Included the removal and replacement of concrete roadway panels with Fast Setting Hydraulic Cement.
Inspection of the installation of electrical conduit, wiring and hook up for underpass luminaries and Freeway lighting. This included trouble shooting the system .
Maintained traffic control, SWPPP/WPCP compliance, and removal of aerially deposited lead soil
Responsible for payment of Bid Item Quantities, force account work and final project acceptance.




Assistant Superintendent8/99 to 2/02
All American AsphaltCovina, CA

Supervised and scheduled all aspects of roadway construction, asphalt, grading, placement of base and concrete on municipal and state projects.
Oversaw and scheduled the installation of wet and dry utilities, storm drain and electrical of subcontractors., which included the installation of electrical conduit, wiring, duct banks, pull boxes, foundations for traffic signals and the installation of traffic signals.
Responsible for billing, force account work, final acceptance, and bond release.

Senior Contract Administrator5/98 To 8/99
Hubell Technical ServicesSan Dimas, CA

Representative for the City of Irvine on Assessment District's Acquisition Projects - Totaling $12 Million.
Oversaw and reviewed City Contract, contractor's billing and change orders for acceptance by the District.


Senior Field Inspector4/97 To 5/98
Dames & MooreSanta Ana, CA

Inspected roadway removal and reconstruction, installation of sewer and storm drain for the cities of Anaheim and Orange.
Maintained progress reports, change orders and monthly pay estimates

Engineering Technician2/95 To 4/97
City of RenoReno, NV

Reviewed civil engineering plans for compliance with City standards and council conditions, MUTCD and FEMA compliance.
Inspected Commercial Projects for Engineering and Traffic C.of O,.s.
Utilized G.I.S. Computer System and set up computer program for monitoring local traffic impact fees.
City administrator for collection of Local Traffic Impact Fess for the Regional Transportation District.

Level IV Inspector - State of NV Dept. of Trans4/94 To 2/95
Summit EngineeringReno, NV

Batch Plant Inspector
Tested moisture content of aggregate and adjusted batch weight of aggregate, oversaw the batching of Class AA, DA and EA concrete, preformed slump, air entrainment and unit weight tests, calculated concrete average unit weight, yield, cement factor and water/cement ratio.
Seismic inspection of bridges for retrofitting and crack repair
Responsible for the inspection of drilling, welding and the installation of plates for the retrofitting of 7 bridge structures and dye penetrant to check for cracks in the web.
Direct contact with Bridge Design Engineer to resolve any unforeseen conditions not shown in Plans.
Maintained progress reports, change orders, and payment estimates.

Project Engineer11/89 To 9/92
International Ground Support SystemsSanta Fe, NM

Project Engineer responsible for the mobilization, demobilization, erection of support facilities, construction, supervision of a 14 Million - 383 foot concrete reinforced cut and fill vault.
Developed, administered, and oversaw company safety, training and preventative maintenance program.

Mining Engineer7/74 To 11/89
Phelps Dodge Empire, CO

Developed mining methods and equipment which increased efficiency and productivity
Conducted weekly MSHA refresher classes in Mine Ventilation
Provided on-site training programs for maintenance and operation of new equipment
Designed underground rail system with continuously welded rail and Pandral E- Clips
Certified MSHA Instructor
Underground surveying using theodolites and distance meters

Education
B.S Degree in Physical Education University of Colorado
42 Hours Continuing Education Courses in Construction Management, Design, OSHA Compliance, and Traffic

Technical Courses
MSHA - Mine Ventilation Principles and Application
MSHA - Roof Control for Specialists
FEMA Floodplain Management
Work Zone Safety and Traffic Control
Excavation and Trenching Overview

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Exel