Karl L. Hayes

1607 N 2615 W

Clinton, Utah 84015

 

 

 

To Whom It May Concern,

 

I am currently exploring career opportunities within organizations offering long term growth and advancement where my background in Project Management, Construction Oversight, Quality Assurance, Safety Management and Contractor Liaison may be utilized.  My goal is to be involved in the creation of successful projects that are economically feasible, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable. 

 

I recently became aware of AECOM and its involvement in the Salt Lake City Airport renovation.  With my broad skill set and extensive diverse experience, I am capable of providing professional abilities that will benefit the overall success of your company in this project as well as future endeavors. My qualifications include:

 

§ 14 years professional experience in Project Management, Construction, Quality Assurance, HSE and Architecture

§ Associate of Science = Architecture; Bachelor of Science = Landscape Architecture; Master of Science = Land Development

§ Professional experience in contract delivery methods including Design-Bid, Design-Build and Manager at Risk

§ Experienced in coordinating, monitoring and inspecting construction of Commercial/Industrial/Government projects including site development, design production, project construction and building finish-out/turnover.

§ Accomplished at observing/investigating all phases of construction to ensure compliance with work schedules, project specifications, HSE protocols, contractor submittals/shop drawings and contract provisions

§ Practiced in reviewing work schedules, monitoring quality assurance systems, preparing work plans/budget forecasts, review/approval of safety plans, investigating/documenting quality/safety deficiencies, computing completed work estimates, reviewing payment invoices and managing project documentation/information.

§ Certified in OSHA, USACE, Traffic Control, Arc Flash and Fall Protection Safety practices

§ Familiarity in Architecture/Engineering disciplines w/ knowledge of construction concepts, techniques and practices

§ Qualified to read, interpret and recommend changes to engineering/architectural plans and specifications

§ Capable of conducting project, plan and specification analysis to determine needs, feasibility and practicality

§ Knowledgeable in Federal, State and local Environmental, SWPPP and Hazardous regulations and protocols

§ Proficient in MS Office Suite and professional familiarity with various CAD/Data/Schedule applications

§ Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with project staff, clients, discipline professionals and third party agencies to convey critical project information.

§ Experienced in client interaction and providing quality customer service in emotionally charged situations

§ Capable of establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, various stakeholders, consultants and team members to create positive collaborative working environments

 

 

Given the opportunity, you will find I will be a strong contribution in meeting your organizations current needs as well as future objectives.  I look forward to discussing with you in detail the responsibilities and opportunities this position present.  I have included a resume for your review and would like to be in contact with your offices in the next several days.  If you would like, I can be reached at the following at your convenience:

 

Cell:(801) 674-4324

Home:(801) 259-7747

E-mail:karl.hayes@hotmail.com

 

Until then, I thank you for your time and for your consideration.

 

Best Regards

 

Karl L. Hayes

Karl L. Hayes 1607 N. 2615 W. Clinton, Utah 84015

 

Summary Fourteen years combined professional and academic experience in Project Coordination, Construction Oversight, Quality Assurance, Safety Management, Architectural Planning/Design and Contractor Liaison with a work history in commercial, private and government ventures. Currently exploring career opportunities with organizations providing long term growth and advancement where diverse skills and experience may be utilized. 

Professional             

ProficienciesBackground in Project Management, Quality Assurance, Construction Oversight and Safety Management

Trained in OSHA/SD/ISO/EPA regulations and implementing consistent worksite systems and protocols

Certified in NAVFAC / Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management (CQM)

Well versed in Quality/Safety operations including daily planning, inspections, and personnel training

Qualified in production, review and approval of architectural, engineering and PME construction documents

Experienced ensuring project work/materials comply with contract plans, specifications and quality standards.

Effective in monitoring, evaluating, and compiling evaluative reports on project performance and progress

Conversant in federal, state and local codes/ordinances/practices applicable to development and construction

Capable of conducting project analysis in identifying needs and making decisions to develop effective strategies

Accomplished in creating/maintaining systems for managing/tracking documents, records and projects

Proficient in MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat and various Scheduling, Document Control and CAD programs Excel at establishing/maintaining strong working relationships between clients, stakeholders and team members

Practiced in negotiations and conflict resolution to assure best possible outcome for all invested parties

Talented at learning new concepts/procedures and applying them to successfully meet project requirements

Relevant

Work                            Army Corps of Engineers (Utah Data Center)              Salt Lake City, UT                              2011 – 2014             

Construction Control Representative

Provided Construction Oversight and Safety on the Utah Data Center (UDC), a $1.7 billion dollar multi-phase construction project for the National Security Agency.  Supported contractor Quality/Safety process thru document review, site inspections, conflict resolution, progress validation and trade coordination.

                            S.A.B.  Associates (Colonial Life)                                                        Bountiful, UT                              2010 – 2011             

Account Executive

Responsible for establishing/maintaining on-going working relationships with company owners and stakeholders for assessment, communication and mitigation of employee benefit needs and costs.                           

                            Kiewit Construction (Mid-Jordan Light Rail Extension)              Salt Lake City, UT                2008 – 2009             

Design Coordinator

Provided oversight of design teams and coordinated design delivery for Mid-Jordan Extension, a $452 million UTA Light Rail design-build project.  Responsibilities included production goal prioritizing, generating milestone schedules, design review, and progress reporting. Successfully improved design delivery by 65%.

                            Kennecott Land (Rio Tinto - Daybreak)                                          Murray, UT                             2005 – 2008             

Senior Residential Superintendent

Responsible for management of oversight process of 17,000 unit master planned community ensuring project met established Design/Safety/Quality Guidelines while acting as in-field Quality Assurance/Safety liaison for 25+ superintendents of ten contracted builders.  Implemented practices saw significant improvement of builder’s closing inspections by approximate 72% and adoption of numerous new safety protocols.

Fairways at Lake Somerville (MSLD Capstone Project) Somerville, TX  2000 - 2001             

Design Team Leader/Sustainability Coordinator

Coordinated the planning/design work in producing a detailed project proposal for The Fairways, a multimillion golf course community development for the city of Somerville. Development proposal included land analyses, master plans, phasing schedules environmental guidelines and proposed venture structures.

The Arkitex StudioCollege Station, TX  1999 – 2005

Senior Architectural tech / Assistant Project Manager

Performed planning and production of construction documents for residential/commercial projects of $800k and up.  Maintained leadership role in project management, production support and maintaining relationships with owners, contractors and external stake holders to collaborate and address project concerns.

 

Karl L. Hayes 1607 N. 2615 W. Clinton, Utah 84015

Additional

Background               Construction Oversight & Coordination

§    Oversaw construction activities of several 200,000+ sf. UDC facilities to monitor Quality Control processes, Health/Safety/Environmental protocols and daily activities of over 15 contractors and 800 workers.

§    Controlled Construction Plans and Procedures including Construction Quality Assurance Plan, Safety Program, Hazard Analysis, Construction Testing/Acceptance and Facility Commissioning of UDC facilities

§    Developed and managed Daybreak construction Quality/Safety oversight processes including the creating of Quality Assurance documents, inspection procedures and training protocols to meet project requirements.

§    Oversaw Daybreak’s daily construction activities and served as in-field resource to 20+ superintendents of ten contracted builders to identify, understand, correct and improve construction implementation processes.

§    Served as in-field liaison providing residential development coordination and solution resource between builders, utility companies, municipal departments and Daybreak residents while communicating weekly with internal Development/Planning teams project progress, problem identification and issue status.

§    Provided Document Control of multiple design packages for Mid-Jordan Extension from Concept Design thru Release for Construction (RFC) utilizing Centric data system, milestone schedules and tracking logs.

§    Scheduled and lead regular taskforce meetings with UTA discipline teams to review project status including progress, completion deadlines and identifying/addressing developing issues of concern of client.

§    Conducted daily on-site inspections on construction projects to insure progress, address field problems and ensure compliance with all safety requirements codes, environmental protocols, and document specifications.

§    Involved in review, preparation and interpretation of construction plans, specifications and Statements of Work/RFPs to determine enforceable contractual obligations, bidability/cost estimation and constructability.

§    Evaluated contractors proposed working schedules for accuracy and practicality in meeting critical deliverable deadlines, determining work progress in field and approval of contractor requests for payment.

§    Managed project design budgets through review/processing of designer invoices, generation of Cost Report information, forecasting of completion schedules and maintaining/updating monthly Earned Value Reports.

§    Generated weekly and quarterly reports on builder activities/performance, development progress, special projects status and scheduled activities/meetings

Architectural Design/ Land Development/ Environmental Planning

§    Over eight years of experience in all phases of architectural practice including programming, schematic design, design development, construction document preparation, bidding and construction support.

§    Coordinated and directed efforts of office staff between several concurrent projects under varying stages of completion.  Duties included daily/weekly/monthly projections and management of production schedules.

§    Monitored and managed projects of new construction, renovation and improvements to real property facilities including utility systems, transportation infrastructures, civil engineering work and landscaping.

§    Effectively involved in client, staff, contractor and third party collaborations addressing project design criteria and development/construction issues to ensure conformance to all code, budget and schedule requirements.

§    Provided construction support through on-site inspection, maintaining RFI logs, issuing addendums and review of contractor shop drawings/submittals for conformity to project document specifications.

§    Established working relationships between project builders, local/national agencies, city department personnel, and independent contractors to ensure a collaborative development environment.

§    Interacted with Daybreak Planning, Sustainability, Health, Safety and Environment teams as well as external stakeholders in the development and implementation of project Design/Quality/Sustainability Specifications.

EducationTexas A&M University – College Station, TX1999 – 2001(GPA:  3.5)

Degree:  Masters of Science Land Development (MSLD)Professional Paper: Environmental Banking

Project SchedulingProject AnalysisDesign/Feasibility Sustainability Practices             

Project Coordination Venture StructuringEnviron. Mitigation Professional Communication

Utah State University - Logan, UT1995 – 1999(GPA:  3.2)

Degree:  Bachelor of Science Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning (LAEP)             

Design TheoryMaster PlanningGIS/CAD ProgramsSite Design/Grading

Cost EstimatingLand Use AnalysisCommunity Design Environmental Planning