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Sr. Staff Engineer
Kohler Co.Sr. Staff Engineer
Sep. 2021
Staff Engineer - Construction Engineering & Management Group
Kohler Co.Staff Engineer - Construction Engineering & Management Group
Apr. 2014 - Sep. 2021Kohler, WisconsinResponsibilities include taking civil facility related construction projects from concept to design through construction and project closeout. Provide on-site management and technical problem solving with contractors while keeping schedule, cost, and quality in mind. Managed multiple $3-5MM capital construction projects and delivered on time and at or under budget. Facilitate weekly meetings with stakeholders to improve communications and address concerns shared by associates affected by projects. Recognized by upper management for "significant contribution and achievement” for WI campus construction projects in 2016 and 2017. Work on internal teams that provide design and construction oversight in a number of foreign countries. Work closely with Facilities Maintenance to provide best-fit solutions to an ageing campus infrastructure. Additional responsibilities include: - Plan review for constructability. - Bid package and RFP development for bid solicitation. - Bid review and contract negotiation. - Purchase Order preparation and execution. - Facilitation of contractor and owner meetings. - Management of construction RFI’s, submittals and change orders. - Project financial management including invoice approvals.
Senior Project Engineer
Stormwater Solutions Engineering, LLCSenior Project Engineer
Sep. 2009 - Mar. 2014Responsibilities: * Stormwater Management - design to prevent flooding during minor and major events, protecting the receiving stream and provide water quality improvements * System Analysis – Utilized expertise in municipal drainage systems to study and identify problem areas and propose solutions for existing drainage systems. * Drainage and Sewer Design - design solutions for state, municipal and local drainage problems that are the lowest cost, best solution. * “On Call” Drainage Consultant – Provide solutions to WisDOT for in-the-field concerns during construction. I-94 North/South Corridor (Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee Counties) Notable Projects: * WisDOT I-94 North South Corridor, Racine County – final PS&E design of storm sewer (6,000 feet) and drainage along I-94 * Jack Russel Memorial Library, Hartford, WI – Underground stormwater storage, and biofiltration basins. * The Held Family Farm, Hartford, WI – NR151 compliance for new pole building construction including design of constructed wetlands for water quality. * WisDOT US-41, Brown County - Preliminary and final PS&E design of storm sewer and drainage along the US-41/I-43 interchange.
Professional Engineer & LEED-AP
Hinze Bruggink, LLCProfessional Engineer & LEED-AP
Dec. 2006 - Aug. 2009Responsible for all engineering and drafting work performed; from initial client contact to as-built plans. Perform shop drawing review submittals as necessary. Service driven work ethic, resulting in a large list of repeat customers. MAJOR PROJECTS VA Hospital East Entrance Renovation
SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER
MASTER: CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING, INCSENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER
Apr. 2006 - Dec. 2006MASTER is a full-service development firm specializing in Engineering, Real Estate & Construction. Commercial Site Design and Drafting: Grading Plans and Ground Balances Storm and Sanitary Sewer Design Street and Lot Layouts Estimating of Engineering time and costs for projects. Worked closely with Communities and Architects to gain LEED Certification when appropriate, and to effectively and aesthetically treat and detain storm water on site. This included underground storage facilities, porous pavements, green roofs, and rain gardens. Provided design for all areas of site grading and utilities. MAJOR PROJECTS Bayhill Cove Development in Duluth, MN Penn-Lowry Crossing in Minneapolis, MN
DESIGN ENGINEER
LAKE COUNTRY ENGINEERING, INCDESIGN ENGINEER
Jan. 2003 - Apr. 2006is a Professional Engineering, Licensed Surveying firm Project design and drafting: Grading Plans and Ground Balances for Subdivisions and Commercial Sites. Storm and Sanitary Sewer Design Street and Lot Layouts Estimating of Engineering time and costs for projects.
DESIGN ENGINEER/INSPECTOR
Miller Engineers & ScientistsDESIGN ENGINEER/INSPECTOR
Jun. 2001 - Jan. 2003Ensured the resurfacing of Moenning Road was completed on time, and within budget. Reviewed and recommended construction bids. Worked closely with construction crews, and construction companies, to ensure timeline adherence. Tracked operational costs and variances. Inspected work performed to ensure compliance with design specifications. Utility Inspection ­ Perform construction inspection of all utility services, to ensure compliance with state and local standards. MAJOR PROJECTS The Reserve at Cedar Creek in Cedarburg, WI
DESIGN ENGINEER/SURVEYING ASSISTANT
Land Tech, IncDESIGN ENGINEER/SURVEYING ASSISTANT
Oct. 1993 - Jun. 2001is a Professional Engineering, Licensed Surveying firm Project design and drafting: Grading Plans and Ground Balances Storm and Sanitary Sewer Design Street and Lot Layouts Estimating of Engineering time and costs for projects. Surveying: Established Bench Circuits for initial topographic survey, and construction staking. Staked grading and utilities for construction. Individual site surveys MAJOR PROJECTS Bristlecone Pines Subdivision and Golf Course in Hartland, WI
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