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Chris B

Construction Trade Worker Manager - 20 Years of Experience - Near 71350

Location:

Mansura, LA

Education Level:

Some College Units Completed

Will Relocate:

YES

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Chris Benjamin 2483 Valley Street, Mansura, LA 71350 ● (318) 964-2312 / (318) 717-9595 ● chrisbenjamin5757@yahoo.com Construction Management Executive – Residential, Commercial & Military Project Management ~ Personnel Development & Leadership ~ Quality Assurance & Control Compliance ~ Vendor Relations ~ Safety ~ Client Relations ~ Budgeting ~ Estimating ~ Scheduling Profile Substantial background in directing the complete spectrum of construction projects with particular strengths in planning, scheduling, procurement of materials, contract administration, labor management and quality control. Proficiency in orchestrating construction projects encompassing locks & dams, hydro power plants, government LOGCAP initiatives and airfield construction; significant experience with US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contracts. Able to anticipate, troubleshoot and swiftly resolve problems to avert or minimize negative impact on operations, quality, cost and profit. Expertise in prioritizing, organizing and managing multiple simultaneous projects to optimize productivity, maximize use of time and resources and meet critical deadlines. Strong training and leadership expertise; able to develop, coach, supervise and direct top-performing personnel in achieving objectives. Able to transparently collaborate with all levels of leadership, clients, regulatory authorities and tradespeople to expedite and ensure project success. Establish highly collaborative relationships across a cross-cultural and cross-functional organization to foster safety awareness and engagement. Selected Achievements Presented with 50 awards for demonstrating exemplary performance throughout countless multimillion dollar construction projects for the U.S. Military Forces in Kosovo, Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan. Applied dynamic leadership talents toward directing construction of large-scale Afghanistan National Army Base consisting of 30 CMU buildings, 97 K-Span buildings, water distribution system and power distribution system. Led construction of rotary-wing apron parking pad, parallel and connecting 6 km taxiways, PEB for C130 planes, C130 parking apron, and re-fueling point for C130 plane at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan ($85M project). Expertly commanded $75M project to build CAS apron, rotary-wing & taxiways phase II, fuel operations and 10 storage facilities as well as AV hangar & maintenance facilities and option-forward area re-fueling point at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan. Successfully completed $120M airfield pavement project including construction of a seven-story air operation tower, four aprons of 140,000 m3 of concrete, CSC II 12 MW power plant, and switchgear equipment building. Proactively devised and implemented staff training programs to boost productivity, quality levels and morale. Professional Experience Fluor Federal Solutions / US Army Corps of Engineers contract: Balad Airfield Iraq, 2015 to Present Construction Manager Effectively schedule runway, taxiway and parking apron repairs to meet deadlines and budget limitations. Diligently monitor projects to ensure constant compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations. Direct, motivate and closely supervise 125 subcontractors throughout all project phases. Critically assess job specifications to determine appropriate and optimal construction methods. KBR, Deveselu Romania KBR / USACE: AEGIS Ashore Missile Defense Facility 2014 to 2015 Civil General Superintendent Spearheaded construction for all underground utilities (i.e. potable water piping, fire water piping , HEMP electrical piping, fuel line piping and sewage piping) on a $144M contract. Concurrently steered civil work on outline building as well as construction of all roads, curbs, drainage and final grading and seeding onsite. Cultivated and maintained cooperative relationships with contractors, tradespersons, and project stakeholders. ECCI Burlingame, CA ECCI / USACE: Afghanistan National Army Base Project, Afghanistan 2013 to 2014 Senior Construction Manager Championed $95M contract for construction of an Army Base comprised of 525 living accommodations, 30 shower and latrine units, four HQ offices, 15 storage warehouses, two refueling stations, eight maintenance buildings, two dining facilities, one detention facility, one medical facility and one PX (post-exchange) store. Enforced stringent safety compliance during installation of concrete foundation, slab-on-grade, concrete stem walls, Metal K-Span structural building, all utilities, water distribution system and power distribution system. ECCI / US Army Corps of Engineers contract: Camp Bastion Air Field Project, Afghanistan 2010 to 2012 Senior Construction Manager Efficiently planned, scheduled and headed construction of four 21,530 sq.ft. aircraft maintenance hangars to accommodate KC-130J/C-130J-30 hybrid aircraft and airfield paving for aprons and hangar floors on an active military base. Assigned workload to tradespersons and supervisory personnel, and enforced constant adherence to established schedules and safety requirements. Supervised, mentored and provided technical direction to civil, structural and electrical subcontractors. ECCI / US Army Corps of Engineers contract: Camp Bastion Air Field Project, Afghanistan 2009 to 2010 Senior Construction Manager Aligned, mobilized and directed construction staff, supervisory personnel and subcontractors to ensure strict compliance with project plans, industry standards, quality criteria, building codes and safety regulations. Meticulously inspected, verified and documented quality assurance throughout project and governed receiving inspection on materials and supplier receipts. KBR / USACEGovernment & Infrastructure (G&I) Design and Construction 2007 to 2010 Civil / Structural / Mechanical Construction Manager Leveraged significant industry background and managerial expertise to direct full-scope construction and maintenance of a wide range of structures, facilities and systems. Actively participated in selecting/hiring qualified subcontractors and delegating work assignments. Kellogg, Brown & Root, Houston, TX USACE Contracts. 1999 to 2008 Civil Construction Manager, Govt. LOGCAP III, deployment to Afghanistan, 2007 to 2008 Civil Construction Manager, Govt. LOGCAP III, deployment to S. Iraq, 2005 to 2007 Civil Construction Manager, Govt. LOGCAP III, deployment to Kuwait and S. Iraq, 2003 to 2005 Civil Construction Superintendent, Govt. LOGCAP II, deployment to Kosovo, 1999 to 2003 Established, implemented and administered construction site management procedures, controlled all site activities, and instituted cost control systems in precise alignment with contract terms and company policies. Introduced comprehensive safety and security program for personnel and contractors, and closely monitored construction progress from initial stages through to successful delivery. Analyzed, modified and maintained design drawings, materials and equipment for broad-based projects. Formulated staffing plans which adhered to labor budgets while meeting forecasted manpower needs. Generated quality plans in accordance with QA standards, company policies and specific requirements. Prior background includes role as Civil Construction Manager with: Roxco Ltd, Brandon MS/Wastewater Treatment Plant, New Orleans, LA 1998 to 1999 J.A. Jones Construction/Hydro Power Plant, AR/ USACE Contract 1997 to 1998 SMC McEver/Oil Refinery Plant, Shreveport, LA 1996 to 1997 T.L. James Industrial/ Oil Refinery Plant, Shreveport, LA 1994 to 1995 Perini-O/G Construction/Lock and Dam#5, Shreveport, LA/ USACE Contract 1993 to 1996 Professional Development Construction Quality Management, US Army Corps of Engineers ● Quality Control System ● OSHA 30-hour

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