Joshua C. G. Grubbs
Construction Project Manager/ Inspector
Construction Project Manager and Inspector with over 13 years of experience managing diverse, multi-million dollar projects for local municipalities, and state and federal agencies. A consistent track record of delivering quality projects on schedule and under budget. Seeking a position as a construction project manager at a state of the art firm, where I can continue putting my extensive knowledge of civil engineering construction, inspector management, and contractor supervision to work in an efficient and quality manner.
Key Skills & Knowledge Areas
Construction Management
Government Infrastructure Improvement
Construction Inspection
Contractor Management
QA/QC/Field Engineering
Documentation
Field Measurement
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Inspector Training & Management
Erosion & Sediment Control
Land Surveying
AutoCAD Drafting
Cost Management Planning
Contract Oversight
Environmental Remediation |
Education
Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Pursuing BS in Project Management
Expected Completion is 12/2014
College of Lake County, Grayslake, Il
Advanced Math and Drafting Skills
49 Credits toward AAS in Engineering, 05/2012
Certifications
- IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification, 2012, 2007, 2003
- Lake County Stormwater Management Commission Designated Erosion Control Inspector Certification, 2010, (Certified DECI)
- IDOT Portland Cement Concrete Level II Certification, 2009
- IDOT PCC Level I Certification, 2008
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I, 2008
- IDOT Hot Mix Asphalt Level I Certification, 2004
- IDOT Mixture Aggregate Technician, 2004
- IDOT Bituminous Concrete Density Tester Certification, 2004
- IDOT ICORS Certification, 2004
- Micro Station Certification, 2002
Memberships
- American Public Works Association – 2010
- Project Management Institute – 2012 (Pursuing PMP Credential)
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Construction Management & Inspection Experience
Devery Engineering, Inc (Grayslake, Il)
Construction Project Manager |
6/05 to 08/12 |
Managed all phases of $1M to $5M infrastructure improvement, rehabilitation, park, waste-water treatment plant, and channel dredging projects. Worked closely with contractors, public works and project design engineer to deliver improvements on time and within budget constraints. Typically managed multiple projects and inspectors to meet project goals. Developed and maintained personal and professional relationships with municipal clients while serving as a company point person.
Accomplishments:
Developed tight Cost Control and Oversight Procedures resulting in average “actual contract cost” savings of 5% under “original contract cost”. (net client savings of $1.2M over 7 year tenure)
Discovered multiple specification and detail inconsistencies resulting in more effective and enforceable engineering plans.
Managed dozens of Tax Increment Fund (TIF), Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), IDOT, Municipal Bond and grant funded projects from pre-con meeting to close out.
Minimized project change orders through strict specification compliance and contractor supervision.
Managed all phases of construction of public works and private development projects.
Minimized resident complaints by communicating with property owners regarding project schedule, hazards and inconveniences.
Graef-USA, Inc. (Chicago, Il)
Civil Technician II |
06/00 to 06/05 |
Performed construction inspection of several $1M to $10M multi and single family housing subdivisions and commercial developments. Inspections were performed for municipal clients where I also served as client liaison. Also inspected paving operations on a multi-million dollar IDOT toll way project. Completed quality assurance inspection for underground utilities and roadway installation for dozens of subdivisions.
Accomplishments:
Managed first reconstruction project given to company by major client, resulting in additional projects from said client.
Discovered multiple contractor supply errors throughout tenure resulting in projects meeting village “Made in USA” product standards.
Inspected over 15 new residential housing developments and commercial complexes
Completed grade take offs and layout for bridge approach in Kane County.
Inspected all phases of construction private for development projects.
Northern Illinois Survey, Inc. (Waukegan, Il)
CAD Draftsman |
01/99 to 06/00 |
- Furnished civil and ALTA surveys of residential and commercial properties using AutoCAD 2000.
Accomplishments:
Reduced survey turnaround time by creating project templates with saved layer information that could be reused to decrease project setup time.