RUSS CONTRACTOR

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT:
Project / Construction Management

Results-oriented, dedicated, and tenacious leader with outstanding work ethic and extensive project and facilities management experience in international settings. Skilled professional with excellent communication and leadership skills, adept at developing and leading teams to produce optimal results. Sound project manager with history of delivering complex, multi-million dollar projects on time and on budget. Areas of expertise:


Project Management Facilities Management Construction Management Military / Government
Master Planning Diplomacy and Negotiation Schedule Optimization Environmental Compliance
Troubleshooting Dispute Resolution Professional Communication Contractual Compliance
Performance / Productivity Improvements Policy and Procedure Development
Customer Satisfaction Team Leadership Staff Management and Development


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DEAPRTMENT OF DEFENSE: ARMY AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE Dallas, Texas / Iraq / Korea / Japan / Guam 1985-2008
Retail sales company serving US armed forces at military installations worldwide. $9B in annual revenues.

Region Chief Engineer 2008
Managed all AAFES locations in 12 western states, encompassing 26 military installations and approximately 260 facilities, to provide quality products and services to military personnel. Oversaw work of 8 office staff and 90 technicians, foremen, architects, and project managers in remote locations. Collaborated with 22 General Managers throughout region to provide maintenance, repair, expansion, renovation, environmental compliance, codes and standards, and handicapped services at all locations. Provided project planning and oversight for large-scale initiatives with project costs exceeding $1M.
Increased technician productivity by more than 45% through more efficient scheduling.
Improved project throughput by expediting contracting, material purchasing, and equipment acquisition.
Delivered environmental and energy upgrades for gasoline systems ahead of schedule, while complying with strict environmental mandates.
Earned coveted Extraordinary Achievement Award recognizing work performed internationally and domestically during tenure at AAFES.

Facility Management Engineer 2005-2008
Oversaw team of engineers to manage AAFES locations in Korea, Japan, and Guam, and provided master planning expertise in construction of new military base in Korea. Acted as liaison between AAFES and US forces in region. Directed maintenance, repair, expansion, renovation, environmental compliance, codes and standards, and handicapped services. Applied disciplined negotiation and communication skills, and promoted full transparency to encourage cooperation between foreign government officials, AAFES, and US government.
Managed vast asset overstock initiative at Korean base, resulting in 50% inventory reduction valued at more than $10M.
Increased project contract value from $3M to more than $10M by applying aggressive project management principles and scheduling, and establishing competitive advantage over other bidders.
Oversaw construction of new school, resulting in award from US Corp of Engineers, Far East District.
Won Superior Accomplishment Award recognizing significant contributions.

Chief Engineer 2003-2005
Supported living needs of more than 150,000 troops serving in Iraq. Established numerous stores and facilities on short order to provide food, entertainment, and other needs to US and allied forces. Recruited and developed team of local technicians, and trained on western-style construction. Addressed numerous safety issues related to traveling and operating in combat zone.
Managed development of 36 facilities over 9 months, with a total value of $35M. Facilities included both new construction and renovation of existing structures.
Opened first Burger King in Baghdad, and served over 3000 troops in first day. Story featured on CNN and 60 Minutes.
Earned Superior Accomplishment Award recognizing significant accomplishments and contributions.

Project Manager 1995-2003
Managed more than 40 construction projects at locations worldwide, including Turkey, Germany, England, Puerto Rico, and Alaska. Projects included large shopping centers, retail outlets, gasoline stations, convenience stores, and fast food restaurants. Value of work performed to support US and coalition forces exceeded $30M. Total value of work managed in this position exceeded $300M.
Opened 3 overseas shopping centers in timely fashion despite significant setbacks and increased security measures resulting from 9/11.
Obtained 60 days temporary security clearance for local contractors to perform installations, and influenced contractors to work extended hours to complete projects due to 3 weeks lost time.

Senior Mechanical Engineer 1985-1995
Provided engineering administration and oversight, standards development, and value engineering. Reviewed and directed design and construction team. Designed and constructed 3 distribution centers, including truck fleet stations and mechanized conveyor systems that supported worldwide operations.
Provided mechanical engineering design and construction support to more than 200 projects. Areas of focus included HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, gasoline dispensing systems, commercial kitchen design, warehouse, environment and energy.


EDUCATION

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (pending)
University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Shivaji University, Maharashtra, India


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Executive Management Program Project Management Coursework Equal Opportunity Counseling
HVAC Design Underground Petroleum Storage Tank Design Asbestos Engineering Program
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Manager and knowledge of AutoCad