R I C HA R D V. LA I N E Z 2147 Pinnacle Terrace Way #304, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121 (801) 558 - 6410 Richard.Lainez@yahoo.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER

Versatile, result driven leader, award winning performer, with over 24 years proven record and ability of successful

management. Manage all phases of construction of large-scale projects, facilities maintenance and operations within the

governmental and private-sector clients. Proven history of on-time, on-budget and high-quality projects completions. Seeks

a challenging and diverse position that will enable capitalization of sound technical, construction and project management

skills, with opportunities for personal, professional and team growth.

KEY STRENGTHS Construction Project

Management

Operations & Facilities

Highway Maintenance & Repair

Master Planning

Airfield Maintenance & Repair

Utility Systems & Power

Generation

LEED & Green Procurement

Analytical Problem Solving

Client-Focused & Results-Oriented

Assessing Priorities/Time

Management

Team Leader & Builder

Safety & Security

COMPUTER SKILLS General Skills: Audio/video,

Computer graphics, computer

operations, database

administration, internet,

numerical skills, office

applications, presentations,

project management, quality

assurance, spreadsheets,

statistics, technical writing, word

processing.

Data Base: MS Access, DoD

Projects (PPS, Processor, EMIS)

Languages/Tools: Basic,

Fortran, Visual Basics.

Network Administration: Cisco, Routers.

Operating Systems: Apple

MAC OS, DOS, Windows

95/98/NT/2000/XP/7/8.

Software Packages: Adobe

Acrobat, Adobe Acrobat Reader,

Adobe Pro, Auto CAD, Cisco,

Geographic Information Systems,

Internet applications, Lotus 1-2-3,

Microsoft – Access –– Excel -

Internet Explorer – Multimedia -

Office - Outlook – PowerPoint –

Project – Publisher – Word,

Primavera, Quattro Pro, SharePoint.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

US DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, ARMY SUPPORT ACTIVITY (ASA) – SOTO CANO AIR BASE

Soto Cano Air Base (SCAB) is SOUTHCOM’s strategic force projection platform in Central and South America.

Deputy Director Public Works (DPW) 11/1996 – 3/2015

Selected Achievements:

Supervised the activities of 7 departments within the public works sector. In general, managed the physical facilities,

real property, utilities and operational services that enable a community to function.

Managed a 2 square mile self-sustained installation, 850+ facilities, $165M installation infrastruture development

program. The last six years construction program totals $87.9M for 145 projects.

Developed and implemented the installation’s first infrastructure long range plans, environmental management

programs, energy and water conservation programs, renewable energy program, and LEED initiatives.

Selected to brief commanders and civilian leaders on long-term infrastructure development and investment plans.

Skillful crisis manager, advisor, representative & coordinator; active, tireless involvement & coordination with local

organizations & utility companies reduced the impact on ops and relocation of facilities, cost avoidance $20M.

Appointed as a Source Selection Board member for 5 major contracts ($270M).

Developed, analyzed and managed the annual construction programs, work plans, operational requirements, budget,

expenditures, workloads and success. Increased credibility among investors to spend more resources in the installation.

The MVP during Hurricane MITCH (500yr storm); the key member of the engineering response team in charge of the

disaster relief efforts and projects of the most catastrophic hurricane in the history of Honduras, 1998-1999.

The technical performance evaluator of the base operations support contractor, 200+ personnel, $12M per year.

The first employee in a newly created position; developed the methodology to capture agreements, historical and

engineering data. These data has been used by both governments for development.

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PACIFIC ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS (PA&E) - SOTO CANO AB, REPUBLIC OF HONDURAS

Facilities Engineer Manager 6/1994 – 10/1996

Managed the installation’s operations and maintenance: 8 shops, utility systems, landfill operations, 120+ employees.

Supervised technical negotiations during Labor Union conflict. Analyzed impacts; developed restructuring plans;

reduced personnel by 40% in the 6 shops.

Volunteered to manage a special project, installed a “Portable Airfield Parking Apron” for 16 helicopters in 30 days.

Managed a 3-shift crews/15 people/shift. Completed the project early and received a promotion.

Reliable team player, substitute manager for a derailed water tank (200,000 gal). Reestablished project on course.

BITUMINOUS ASPHALT SEALING SPECIALISTS (BASS) – EL PARAISO, REPUBLIC OF HONDURAS

Resident Engineer 3/1993 – 6/1994

Managed the reconstruction of 12 mi. International Highway (3 bridges). Cost $3M. 30+ paving crew, 7 sub-

contractors.

Corporate office representative during Department of Transportation meetings, inspections and visits.

Secured primary contractor position for the reconstruction of a segment of international highway.

Coordinated equipment needs while maintaining project schedule and reducing operational cost.

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DISTRICT #2 – DIXON, IL

Engineer Technician – Cooperative Education Program 5/1991 – 12/1991

Inspected asphalt paving operations, patching, earthwork, and assisted the resident engineer with field reports.

Received a full-time job offer before graduation and gained University recognition from the program chairperson.

WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DISTRICT #1 – MADISON, WI

Engineer Technician– Cooperative Education Program 5/1988 – 12/1988 Inspected, tested aggregate materials and concrete during pavement operations.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN – BS Civil Engineering - Construction Management (12/1991), ABET accredited

LANGUAGES Fluent in reading/writing/speaking English and Spanish

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

Honduras Licensed Engineer (Tegucigalpa, HND) – Professional Civil Engineering (CICH)

US Army-IMCOM School Of Public Works (San Antonio, TX) – DPW Engineering Course

US Army-IMCOM School Of Public Works (San Antonio, TX)– DPW Business Operations & Integration Course

Management Concepts Inc. (Vienna, VA) – Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

US Army-IMCOM HQs (Houston, TX) – Army Master Planning Summit

US Army-Center for Environmental Initiatives (Fort Sill, OK) – Hazardsou Response and Material/Waste Management

US Air Force School of Aero Space Medicine (Brooks AFB, TX) – Environmental Management Information Systems

AWARDS AND DECORATIONS DoD Superior Civilian Award, 2 awards

Performance Award, 2 awards

On-The Spot-Cash Award, 4 awards

Employee of the Year Award, 3 awards

Commander’s In-Chief Award, 1 award

Impact Award, 1 award

Hero-of-The Month, 1 award

Appreciation and recognitions, 20+ certificates