SENIOR LEVEL CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE
Transportation / Infrastructure / Commercial / Heavy
Results-driven management executive with a solid track record of coordinating and leading complex major projects to ensure customer satisfaction with timely, within budget completion while identifying and establishing process improvements that drive efficiency, heighten revenue and facilitate growth. Team-oriented and proactive; able to motivate and direct large groups to accomplish goals utilizing excellent communication, organization and project planning skills. Possesses valuable experience building strategic relationships, recruiting and retaining superior personnel, streamlining functions and heading large-scale transportation and heavy civil construction projects.
- Program / Project Management- Client Relations- Business Development
- Team Building- Strategic Planning- Staff Development
- Profitability Improvement- Manager / Motivator- Streamlining Operations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BALFOUR BEATTY RAIL, INC. Jacksonville, Florida2006-2008
Director, Northern Region
Recruited by Balfour Beatty Rail, Inc. to direct all operations in the Northern Region of the United States, which consists of 26 northern states ranging from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Responsible to the president and CEO for overall profit and loss of three area offices and major rail construction projects employing over 600 employees. Executive responsible for the selection of projects for bidding, estimates submitted to owners, selection of project management personnel and the overall conduct of each area office and project. Serves as a member of the Executive Team determining the overall business strategy of the company including both long and short term business goals as well as the development of strategic partnerships and alliances with other firms.
Revitalized underperforming area offices and met revenue forecast by focusing on core strengths
Completed two major legacy projects within remaining budget forecast and schedule by constant oversight and mentoring
Secured new projects in two new market areas by establishing relationships with local contractors
Established teams to pursue new Public Private Partnership initiatives by reaching out to national engineering firms and local contractors
Developed preferred status relationship with several industry vendors by personal visits to vendor facilities
STEVE P. RADOS, INC Santa Ana, California2004 2006
Senior Project Manager
Retained, under contract to Cedar Creek Associates, LLC, to take over troubled heavy civil construction project and responsible for the overall management, profit & loss and daily direction of technical and union craft workforce constructing the $45 M Sacramento Force Main pipeline project. Project consisted of 27,000 LF of 66 pipeline laid by open trench method; 5,400 LF of microtunnel under two active streambeds and Interstate 5; tie-in to an active wastewater treatment plant and numerous major concrete structures. Completed project within original schedule and under budget, with no outstanding claims and high client satisfaction. Also functioned as mentor to Northern California project management staff training emerging project managers and engineers on all aspects of construction project management.
Completed 24 month project in 20 months by innovative practices and detailed scheduling
Successfully negotiated $2 million in change orders by building client trust
Completed project with no outstanding claims by successfully negotiating all changes
Recruited and trained project administrative and technical staff
Negotiated subcontracts and procurements within budget by timely approvals and payments
CEDAR CREEK ASSOCIATES, LLC Auburn, California2004 2006
Vice President
Rejoined former company and assumed business development and strategic planning role for firm striving for growth in Western United States. Established strategic alliances with engineering firms located in Alaska, California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Utah and Colorado to pursue joint opportunities in the area of Construction and Program Management. Secured new contracts with Placer County, California, City of Seattle, Washington and several private developers in first 90 days of rejoining company.
Increased revenue by 19% in twenty-four months by focusing on core competencies
Secured new projects in two adjoining states and developed five new clients by teaming with local firms
Recruited and retained project management and technical personnel
Increased profitability by 3% in twenty-four months by streamlining operations and overhead
AZTECA CONSTRUCTION, INC. Rancho Cordova, California1999 2004
Vice President- Chief Operating Officer
Headed daily operations of this heavy civil and commercial construction company, with full accountability for project completion, by overseeing seven senior management staff and up to 300 field personnel. Managed all aspects of estimating, contract negotiation, purchasing, legal issues, strategic planning and staffing. Oversaw field operations; served on board of directors and reported directly to CEO.
Reorganized infrastructure to focus on handling major projects rather than numerous small jobs, which drove revenue 60%, raised profitability 15% and eliminated a layer of management to save $450,000 annually.
Tapped transportation industry to contribute $35 million in revenue in only 24 months and increase project pipeline by 55% by securing exclusive agreements with two major transportation construction firms.
Coordinated all aspects of two major acquisitions, including a $8-$12 million paving, grading and utility company and a $5-$10 million plumbing contractor, by negotiating terms and developing contracts.
Expanded company scope from federal government contracts to work with state agencies, local government, utility companies and private firms, with a 35% increase stemming from projects with State of South Carolina.
Standardized processes by implementing several automated systems to ensure consistent reporting as well as a network system enabling communication between field personnel and corporate management; efforts heightened profitability 20% and efficiency 40% while saving $525,000 per year in corporate staff.
Instrumental to successful transition of small company into a large corporation without compromising team spirit and work ethic.
Contractor of the Year, U. S. Navy Southern Command - 2001
CEDAR CREEK ASSOCIATES Los Angeles, California1995 1999
President
Founded and grew this provider of professional services to the transportation and heavy construction industries with responsibility for marketing efforts, daily operations, financial functions and personnel. Secured clients such as Siemens, San Francisco MUNI, Los Angeles County MTA and The World Bank by offering services such as project engineering and management, construction and program management and systems integration. Managed up to 15 senior managers and personnel per assignment.
Successfully started and expanded company despite intense competition by obtaining major clients and enlarging labor force from two to 30.
Instrumental to HTNB Corporation receiving design contract for $1.2 billion extension of Bay Area Rapid Transit by developing proposals for design and systems integration services.
Brought seasoned expertise to clients with limited experience by utilizing unique background and leading conception, design, construction and operational phases of a major rail transportation project.
PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF, INC. San Francisco, California1991 1995
Senior Project Manager- Senior Professional Associate
Led teams of up to 115 personnel and 1,200 craftsmen charged with completing transportation and heavy civil projects for one of the largest engineering, design and construction management firms worldwide with annual revenue between $1 billion and $1.5 billion.
Took over and turned around floundering project by establishing clear goals and maximizing production; efforts decreased delayed delivery from anticipated 12 months to only two months and regained client confidence.
Directed team of over 230 in construction, installation and testing of $225 million mechanical and electrical systems for Jubilee Line Extension Project of London Underground Systems.
Team leader for engineering support of a major $2.6 billion expansion of Bay Area Rapid Transit System.
Orchestrated a major study to determine the cost, constructability and feasibility of a rail transportation system for the Municipality of Jerusalem in the State of Israel; final design currently under way for $3.8 billion system.
Recognition of Special Acheivement, Israel Ministry of Transportation 1993
Significant Contributor to the Industry, American Public Transit Association - 1995
LOS ANGELES COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Los Angeles, California1989 1991
Executive Vice President
Spearheaded design, construction and management of a $30.5 billion rail transit program, which involved direct supervision of 174 professionals responsible for four major project segments employing more than 8,000 people.
Introduced process improvements such as zero-based budgeting and staffing to a government organization to promote performance similar to a profit-making organization.
Empowered staff of all levels to make pertinent decisions to maximize productivity and enable project completion with a staff of only 174 compared to 500 personnel assigned to similar programs.
Saved substantial amounts by achieving goals with fewer staff, enabling allocation of funds to future projects.
Special Recognition of Excellence in Management, Los Angeles County - 1990
KAISER ENGINEERS Oakland, California1981 1989
Senior Project Manager
Directed transportation and heavy civil construction projects in multiple locations for one of the top five engineering, design and construction firms with $500 million in revenue and over 1,500 employees. Coordinated and led teams of between 34 and 250.
Exceeded expectations by completing $844 million Long Beach to Los Angeles Light Rail project in record time, within budget and to a maximum degree of quality.
EDUCATION AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING
INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED DISPUTE RESOLUTION Boulder, Colorado
Certification as Construction Mediator
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN Madison, Wisconsin
Executive MBA
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS Chicago, Illinois
Mechanical Engineering
Strategic Planning (80 hour course), George Washington University
Senior Executive Management (120 hour course), American Management Association
Executive Management for Government Employees, Harvard University College of Business
LICENSE & AFFILIATIONS
Member, Construction Management Association of America1999 Present
Member, Construction Institute2002 Present
Member, Project Management Institute1997 Present
Member, American Society of Civil Engineers2002 Present
Member, California Society of Professional Engineers1981 Present
Member, National Society of Professional Engineers1976 Present
Member, American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association2000 - Present
Member, Association for Conflict Resolution2004 Present
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