Josef D. Johnson
Arlington
Summary
Project Manager and Licensed Electrician with 7+ years of expertise in organizing construction operations and resource management to achieve project operations. Leads procurement of equipment and supplies, permits, and contractors. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, logistics, managing production teams, and identifying problems and providing solutions. Knowledgeable in legal and policy principles, project management software, budgets, and financial management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Department of Defense CTR – ISI-Markon JV, LLC
05.2023 - Current
- Reviews RFPs and arranges project documentation for 10 projects spanning Army Corps of Engineers, MACC, and JOC contracts in ProjNet and ProjectWise, granting all permissions to IPT, stakeholders, and acquisition teams (AD).
- Drafts and reviews project charters, Change Control Board agendas, and technical evaluation reports supporting senior project managers and branch chiefs.
- Manages Period of Performance Reviews (PPR) using Microsoft excel and Power BI to track cost-loaded baseline schedules, monthly invoicing, and performance metrics.
- Monitors and controls Design Record Check submissions (65%, 95%, 100%, and IFC) while ensuring design compliance per PE instruction.
- Conducts weekly site visits and inspections to verify adherence to scope of work while performing quality assurance inspections and helps to ensure compliance with design standards, safety, and federal building regulations.
- Oversees the logistical coordination of all projects in department, controlling critical path workflows through Power BI, P6, ProjNet, and Project-Wise (PMIS).
- Manages permit acquisition and spatial logistics, including identification and approval of lay-down areas, access routes, and workspace allocations in Pentagon
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables by attending pre-construction, transition, and closeout meetings with prime contractors, enforcing quality control and T&C deliverables.
Senior Enlisted Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
05.2018 - 01.2025
- Procured and managed over $1 million in federal supply and service contracts for necessary boat parts, concrete, steel, electrical components, marina systems, fuel infrastructure, heavy equipment rentals, and specialty subcontractors using Microsoft Applications and CG procurement platforms.
- Drafted Purchase Requests (PRs), evaluated vendor quotes to submit for final approval. Maintained full audit trail of requisition records, contract files, and third-party labor agreements through Coast Guard tracking software to support compliance and project documentation.
- Served as on-site construction lead for marina, warehouse, and station redevelopment projects, directing daily work activities across civil, structural, electrical, and utilities trades for a $200,000 marina in Manama, Bahrain and $600,000 dollar multi-use warehouse facility.
- Conducted daily site walks to verify work in place, identify clashes, enforce safety standards, and resolve constructability issues in real time.
- Maintained department quarterly budget of $125,000 for supply funding to preventative maintenance projects and emergency repairs.
- Facilitated the management of a $30 million dollar Coast Guard station redevelopment by managing day-to-day construction sequencing, ensuring foundations, utilities, electrical rough-ins, and equipment installations aligned with CPM schedule. Managed punch lists, deficiency tracking, and corrective actions, ensuring timely resolution prior to turnover.
- Managed daily operations of fuel/oil consumption and fuel/oil Quality and Assurance. Preformed oil spill response drills on a quarterly basis.
- Provided daily task reporting to personnel and conducted routine supervision and assistance with leading daily tailgate meetings, weekly coordination meetings, and milestone reviews to align trades and enforce schedule commitments.
- Oversaw and tracked operations through Microsoft platforms (MP, Teams, Excel)
Education
Master's - Sustainable Urban Planning
George Washington University
12.2025
Bachelor's - Sustainability Management and Environment Policy
Florida International University
01.2023
Electrical Power and Engineering Management - undefined
United States Coast Guard
Skills
- Project Development
- Blue Beam
- P6
- Microsoft Applications
- Licensed Electrician
- Secret Clearance (SCI)
- Project tracking
- Purchasing and procurement
Accomplishments
- Coast Guard Letter of Achievement for Superior Performance
- Coast Guard Commandant Letter of Commendation
Certification
- Washington Headquarters Services - Construction Quality Management
- ISI Professional Services - Project Management
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration - OSHA 10-Hour Construction Program
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Project Manager
Department of Defense CTR – ISI-Markon JV, LLC
05.2023 - Current
Senior Enlisted Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
05.2018 - 01.2025
Bachelor's - Sustainability Management and Environment Policy
Florida International University
Electrical Power and Engineering Management - undefined
United States Coast Guard
Master's - Sustainable Urban Planning
George Washington University
Internships
- The City of Savannah, Georgia - Supported the City of Savannah Government Planning Department
- Veolia North America - Provided legal assistance to Veolia North America's wastewater and water treatment facilities