Name : C. Sheard
Industry Type : Highway - Heavy Contractors
City & State : Fort Myers, FL
Job Title Project Manager
Relocation Preferences : Open
Objective : SUMMARY
Summary An experienced Program Manager and seasoned Estimator with 15 years of infrastructure, heavy highway, commercial, industrial construction and renovation experience; with the ability to navigate in a multi-cultural and multi-discipline environment. I have constructed several government infrastructure projects as a contractor and consultant for the City of Fort Myers and City of Cape Coral to include the construction responsibility in the areas of estimating, procurement, contracts, sub-contractors, design, personnel management, engineering and production. A Senior Project Manager with interpersonal skills needed to develop and direct a team composed of diverse talents that can deliver quality results on time and on budget.
Resume :  
CURTIS J. SHEARD



EDUCATION
College:Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
Major: Construction Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree - May 1994

EXPERIENCE
Program Manager - O&M Branch, Installation Management Command SERO, Ft. McPherson, Georgia
May 2008 - Current
Provides the technical expertise and support for the management of the Relocatable Facilities and Barracks programs primarily focusing with the mold and mildew issues.
Assisted with the development of mold and mildew renovation / prevention technologies that will enhance the quality of life for the soldiers.
Developed new and unparalleled solutions and detailed coordination in response to complex, multi-dimensional policy development, planning and programmatic challenges.
Envision and originate program guidance, directives, specifications, procedures and work methods for installation use or for specific requirements.
Implement, execute, assess and report applicable compliance, logistics, operations and management programs in support of major Army installations, depots, and arsenals.

Project Manager / Sr. Estimator, CS & Sons Corporation, Fort Myers, Florida
January 2001 May 2008
Duties included project estimator, contracts negotiator, installation/construction and Project Management of heavy highway, infrastructure, transportation and water/wastewater facilities.
Responsible for budgets, procurement, payroll, taxes and day-to-day business operations.
Primary responsibilities included the estimating, scheduling and budgeting for material procurement, job costing and personnel recruitment actions for projects in excess of $3M.
Provided inspection services as a consultant for heavy-highway, transportation and water/wastewater facilities.
I utilized my knowledge of engineering methods, various construction techniques and my understanding in the Florida Building Code to assist with the design, inspection, evaluation, engineering and construction of new facilities and renovations of apartments, schools, maintenance facilities and office buildings.
Provided management and guidance of 25 office and field personnel in the areas of payroll, safety, maintenance, operations and human resources.
Successfully managed an operational budget in excess of $1M.


Project Manager/ Sr. Estimator, Agra Cable, Durham, NC
November 1999 December 2000
Served as senior construction representative in coordinating and integrating the planning, programming, development, oversight, scheduling, and overall management of resources for multi-phase infrastructure and construction projects.
I ensured that a progress schedule was maintained and took any remedial action necessary to ensure the proper relationship between work efforts and total project development.
I reviewed resource estimates and used such information to ensure proper distribution of project resources.
I was also responsible for any changes and cost variations from design through construction / installation to ensure completion on time and within the designated budget.
Managed the daily operations of an 18 person staff with 35 support vehicles and mobility equipment for the construction and installation of telecommunication and power distribution networks via aerial or underground.
Prepared estimates, project scope, schedules, value engineering and cost analysis.
Developed, maintained and managed a operational budget in excess of $2.5M


Field Superintendent, Gilbert Southern, Charlotte, NC
March 1999 November 1999
Applied specialized technical knowledge of fiber optic installation, infrastructure construction, engineering concepts, methods, and procedures to analyze and define the requirements of multi-phase telecommunication project in excess of $14M.
I maintained an extensive coordination with other project and program areas, integrating concurrent standards, guides, and precedents for the construction of the network.
Participated in the development of requirements with customers, analyzed the requirements and design criteria, developed cost estimates, ensured validation of requirements, and evaluated schedules and the feasibility of project accomplishment.
Attended design reviews and assisted in the resolution of contract scheduling, special provisions in the construction or installation of contracts, and other unique conditions that could impact contract execution.
Managed a 23 person staff with 85 sub-contractors and coordinated with several General Contractors for the construction and installation of a 110 mile Fiber Optic Telecommunication Network valued at $9.2M.
Coordinated and purchase of right-of-way (ROW) utility easements. Lead the preliminary engineering design layout of the telecommunications network.
Authored technical articles detailing installation, field splicing and testing of the Fiber Optic Network (FON). Created policies and procedures for project construction operations.


Field Engineer, Siecor, Hickory, NC
November 1997 March 1999
Served as a Senior Construction Representative, performing design reviews and providing technical assistance and other engineering expertise in the construction of telecommunication facilities, systems, and equipment.
Responsible for the installation, testing and troubleshooting of telecommunications, cable television, and intelligent traffic control fiber optic systems.
As a SIECOR Certified Fiber Optic instructor I taught 50+ students and new Field Engineers in the theory and application of fiber and its uses.
I also managed several data network projects which exceeded 100k. Authored and published several technical articles pertaining to installation of Fiber Optic Cables and Fiber Optic Backbone Networks (FOBN)
Planned and technically directed the efforts of an engineering support contractor engaged in performing surveillance of construction or installation work of other contractors.
Provides for and/or performs surveillance and inspections of contractors' on-site or off-site work.


Captain Plans Officer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Lewis, Washington
January 1995 November 1997
Responsible for the planning, coordination and resourcing of Combat Training Exercises and Facility Construction projects for 1200 soldiers and 350 pieces of construction equipment estimated at $100M.
Unit Safety & Security Officer which resulted in zero accidents and zero lost or stolen equipment.
Maintain a unit maintenance program that allowed for an equipment readiness rate that exceeded 90%.


Professional Activities
City of Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Board, 2006 Present
Florida A&M University Industrial Advisory Board Member, 2006 Present

Specialized Training and Certifications:
Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1508680 (Active)





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