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Chad Umipeg

Amelia Court House

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager, Cost Estimator

C.S.W. Power Solutions - Part Time/Seasonal
08.2018 - Current

Cost Estimator/Project Manager for local small business residential contractor on a as needed/seasonal basis. Manages project documents, blueprints and specifications. Coordinates with vendors to identify and procure appropriate material and equipment necessary for projects. Inspects installation and operations to consistently meet customer requirements. Independently prepares and modifies construction drawings and specifications. Drafts and designs projects using AutoCAD software. Develops Bills of Materials (BOM) and specifications. Negotiates cost estimates and performs market research. Inspects construction installation validating customer requirements are met.
Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and AutoCAD

Engineering Technician (Project Manager)

United States Air Force - Full Time
01.2020 - 01.2023

Project Manager (PM) in 802nd Civil Engineering Squadron for Design Build, Design Bid Build and
Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) projects. Manager for portfolio of construction projects valued at $27.7M. Managed project acquisition documents and specifications. Developed Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), Statement of Works (SOW) and Specifications. Managed construction review process, submittal documents, design drawings, materials, tests and payment schedules. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to grave using NEXGEN and Tririga software packages. Evaluated contractor proposals, technical drawings and reports. Inspected construction installation and operations. Performed technical evaluations of contractor proposals and negotiations of cost estimates. Surveyed and analyzed field data for inclusion into future project designs. Drafted and designed projects using AutoCAD, independently prepared and modified construction drawings utilizing A/E/C Cad Standards. Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate .material and equipment necessary for projects. Coordinated with Base Safety, Bio-environmental and OSHA ensuring safety and health requirements were met. Worked with 802nd Contracting Squadron in developing contracts and modifications packages.

Related Skills - NEXGEN, Tririga Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans/E4Clicks.

Engineering Assistant

United States Air Force - Active Duty
04.1998 - 05.2018

Section Chief - Quality Assurance section Nov 2016 - May 2018, Lackland Air Force Base, Tx

Supervisor - 5 personnel

Project Manager, Quality Assurance Evaluator, Construction Inspector

Managed squadron Self Assessments for 60 program checklists. Oversaw compliance inspection functions for 170 personnel and 42 Commander programs. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to grave using United States Air Force Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES) software package. Conducted life cycle inspections of construction and telecommunication projects for compliance in accordance with local building
standards, electrical standards, Intelligence Community Directive 705 (ICD705) and Air Force policies and directives. Conducted program procedural analyses for directive processes improvement. Managed $2.3M in electrical, mechanical and telecommunication projects. Designed projects using AutoCAD and Visio software packages for Air Force and Intelligence Agencies. Created project closeout procedures for inclusion into Lackland Air Force Base master plans. Developed, reviewed and inspected cost estimates and Statements of Work (SOW) for telecommunication and construction projects. Developed training plans and budget for personnel.
Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans/E4Clicks.

Section Chief - Engineering/Design section Jul 2011 - Nov 2016, Lackland Air Force Base, Tx

Supervisor - 9 personnel

Project Manager, Lead Draftsman, Trainer

Designed and Managed $15.7M in construction and telecommunication projects in 9 countries supporting Air Force and Department of Defense Intelligence Agencies. Led multi-member team for $1B Department of Defense Intelligence Agency 2 year space planning project. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to
grave using United States Air Force Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES) software package. Assisted engineers on site surveys identifying existing site conditions and verifying facility designs, plans and layouts. Interpreted as-built updates, translated to master records, reproduced and distributed copies of verified project drawings for inclusion into Base Master Plans. Provided quality control and review of contract documents in accordance with Tri-Service, Department of Defense Intelligence Agencies and Air Force construction standards. Developed Bills of Materials (BOM) for
multi disciplinary design projects. Developed and documented change orders and modifications to
existing projects. Developed, reviewed and inspected cost estimates and Statements of Work (SOW) for telecommunication and construction projects. Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment and material required for projects. Coordinated with base Safety, Bio-environmental and OSHA ensuring requirements we met. Developed training plans for 5 personnel ensuring requirements were maintained for Air Force standards. Produced annual budgets for training and equipment for section.
Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans/E4Clicks.

Project Manager Mar 2008 - Jul 2011

Langley Air Force Base, VA

Managed, inspected and coordinated contract project requirements for $63M multi-year Indefinite
Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Compliance inspector for Safety, Security and Anti-terrorism programs. Served as primary liaison between customers, contracting & contractors. Manager for portfolio of Design Build construction projects valued at $15M. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to grave using United States Air Force Automated Civil
Engineer System (ACES) and Interim Work Information Management System (IWIMS) software packages. Maintained project acquisition and execution project schedules. Prepared requests for proposals and government estimates. Developed Statements of Works (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS) and Specifications for stateside and Middle East projects. Negotiated pricing and approved material submittals. Evaluated contractor proposals, technical drawings and reports. Drafted and designed projects using AutoCAD, independently preparing and modifying construction drawings for stateside and Middle East projects. Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate material and equipment necessary for projects. Coordinated with Base Safety, Bio-environmental and OSHA ensuring safety and health requirements ensuring safety and health requirements were met. Worked with 633rd Contracting Squadron developing contracts and modification packages. Performed field surveying duties utilizing Trimble GPS equipment. Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans/E4Clicks.

Section Chief - Service Contracts section Sept 2005 - Mar 2008

Supervisor - 3 personnel

Langley Air Force Base, VA

Quality Assurance Evaluator, Project Manager and supervisor of 3 personnel. Compliance inspector
for Safety, Security, Anti-terrorism programs and Force Protection programs. Served as liaison between Air Force Contracting office, customers/users and contractors for $10M service and maintenance contracts. Developed Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Estimates (IGE), Specifications and design drawings for stateside and Middle East projects. Observed and
documented project progress for contract compliance. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to grave using United States Air Force Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES) and Interim Work Information Management System (IWIMS) software packages. Performed technical evaluations of contractor proposals and negotiations of cost estimates. Developed and documented change orders and modifications to existing projects. Worked with 633rd Contracting Squadron developing contracts and modification packages Surveyed and analyzed field data for inclusion into future project designs. Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate material and equipment necessary for projects. Coordinated with Base Safety, Bio-environmental and OSHA ensuring safety and health requirements were met.
Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans

Project Manager Sept 2001 - Aug 2005

Supervisor - 7 personnel

Minot Air Force Base, ND/ Osan Air Base, South Korea/ Andersen Air Force Base, GU

Managed construction project portfolio valued
at $70.8M across 3 countries. Developed Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), Statement of Works (SOW) and Specifications. Managed construction review process, submittal documents, design drawings, materials, tests and payment schedules. Managed project lifecycle and critical path from cradle to grave using United States Air Force Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES) and Interim Work Information Management System (IWIMS) software packages. Evaluated contractor proposals, technical drawings and reports. Inspects construction installation and operations. Performed technical evaluations of contractor proposals and negotiations of cost estimates. Surveyed and analyzed field data for inclusion into future project designs. Drafted and designed projects using AutoCAD, independently prepared and modified construction drawings. Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate material and equipment necessary for projects. Coordinated with Base Safety, Bio-environmental and OSHA ensuring safety and health requirements were met. Worked with Base Contracting Squadrons developing contracts and modification
packages. Performed plane and geodetic field surveys with Trimble GPS and conventional equipment.

Related Skills - Proficient in Microsoft Products, AutoCAD and RSMeans

Education

BBA - Business Administration

American Military University
Charles Town, Wv
08.2021

Advanced AutoCAD Course 2016 & 2011

Autodesk
San Antonio, TX
2016

Leadership School

Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
San Antonio, TX
2012

Construction Quality Management Course

US Army Corps Of Engineers
Orlando, FL
2012

Project Management Course

Defense Acquisition University
Hampton, VA
2009

Engineering Design, Construction Survey And Contract Inspector Course

Air Education And Training, USAF
Ft. Leonardwood, MO
2002

Leadership School

Airman Leadership School
Minot, ND
2002

Construction Inspector Course

Air Education And Training
Minot, ND
2000

Engineering Assistant School

Air Education And Training, USAF
Ft. Leonardwood, MO
1998

Skills

Works well under pressure

Critical thinker/Problem solver

Ability to lead, manage and foster teamwork

NEXGEN/Tririga

Microsoft Office products

AutoCAD

Trimble GPS products

E4Clicks/MEANS

AWARDS/DECORATIONS

Purple Heart

Air Force Commendation Medal (2)

Army Commendation Medal (2)

Air Force Achievement Medal (2)

LICENSURE/CLEARANCES

Secret Clearance

Timeline

Engineering Technician (Project Manager)

United States Air Force - Full Time
01.2020 - 01.2023

Project Manager, Cost Estimator

C.S.W. Power Solutions - Part Time/Seasonal
08.2018 - Current

Engineering Assistant

United States Air Force - Active Duty
04.1998 - 05.2018

BBA - Business Administration

American Military University

Advanced AutoCAD Course 2016 & 2011

Autodesk

Leadership School

Non-Commissioned Officer Academy

Construction Quality Management Course

US Army Corps Of Engineers

Project Management Course

Defense Acquisition University

Engineering Design, Construction Survey And Contract Inspector Course

Air Education And Training, USAF

Leadership School

Airman Leadership School

Construction Inspector Course

Air Education And Training

Engineering Assistant School

Air Education And Training, USAF
Chad Umipeg