David Korman, P.E., PMP

Experience

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  US Army

  Jan 2005 - Dec 2009

  I simultaneously managed the planning, scope, development, design, construction, and direction of three major building projects valued at $70 million. I identified actual and potential problems and determined the necessity for change and remedial action. I prepared various reports and correspondence pertaining to such matters as progress payments, contract modifications, materials, and delays in constructionAchievements:• Negotiated a significant 180-day delay with the contractor for a critical headquarters building project valued over $20 million for the 5th Special Forces Group and returned the project back on schedule• Served as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) ensuring contractor compliance with schedules, specifications, submittals, and budget management• Served as the Chairman for the Additional Safety Training subcommittee ensuring the organization’s safety program met USACE and OSHA standards resulting in the program certified through the Voluntary Protection Program• Oversaw the maintenance work for a $20 million, four building complex while under one year warranty from the construction contractor Show less I conducted planning and monitoring of organizational construction missions both at Fort Hood and in support of military operations in Iraq to include performing quality assurance inspections to ensure that all work adhered to design specifications and safety standards. I executed the initial reconnaissance for projects to determine the scope of work and prepare construction directives, plans, drawings, specifications and bill of materials. I administered pre-construction conferences and project briefs with the project engineer, operations and planning manager, organization director, and customer.Achievements:• Managed five simultaneous engineering projects in hazardous conditions supporting successful combat operations in Baghdad, Iraq• Supervised the movement of 162 pieces of construction equipment and 155 shipping containers from Iraq while simultaneously synchronizing the movement of 82 vehicles and 59 containers into Iraq• Coordinated, planned, and supervised multiple internal organization improvement projects developing project scopes of work through close customer interaction and site analysis• Synchronized and coordinated resources for the 8th Engineer Battalion allowing them to quickly transition from formation as an organization into organizational training for their upcoming deployment to Iraq Show less I monitored the health, welfare, and morale of 52 military personnel including their technical training, career progression, and individual counseling. I oversaw the training and deployment readiness of the organization consisting of an asphalt and concrete section, a dump truck section, and a construction equipment section. In addition, I managed multiple engineer projects concurrently in a fast paced, high stress combat environment supporting the higher organization’s horizontal and vertical construction projects. Achievements:• Designed, coordinated, and executed rapid road repairs resulting in the repair of over 200 road craters utilizing over 600 cubic yards of concrete on more than 30 routes • Conducted simultaneous borrow pit, quarry, and haul operations supporting the construction of a C-17 landing strip with over 10,000 cubic yards of fill• Supervised the removal and hauling of over 2,300 tons of debris to clean up the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina• Managed the maintenance and accounted for over 100 pieces of heavy construction equipment worth over $11 million Show less

  • Project Engineer (U.S. Army Project Engineer, USACE Louisville District)

    Aug 2007 - Dec 2009

  • Assistant Civil Engineer (U.S. Army Assistant S3 Construction, 62nd Engineer Battalion (Heavy))

    Jul 2006 - Jul 2007

  • Equipment and Support Section Supervisor (U.S. Army Platoon Leader, 62nd Engineer Battalion (Heavy))

    Jan 2005 - Jul 2006
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  US Army

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2018

  I provided guidance to the staff based on the director's intent for training, professional development, health, welfare and morale of over 60 senior military personal (serving as trainer/mentors) as the Chief of Staff (CoS). I assumed the duties of the director as required in his absence. I ensured that all assigned trainer/mentors were trained and thoroughly familiar with the most current Army doctrine and directed the maintenance and accountability of equipment valued in excess of $4 million. Achievements:• Oversaw a $200,000 travel budget supporting partnership with 115 US Army Reserve and Army National Guard units• Worked as the Deputy Chief of Training (CHOT) responsible for the coordination of 15 operations personnel and 42 evaluators supporting the training of 750 military personnel• Provided training, coaching, and mentoring to the 40th Infantry Division engineer cell of six engineers preparing them for their upcoming Afghanistan deployment• Directed the ordering of over $244,000 worth of supplies and saved the US Army over $56,000 through 90 property turn-ins while maintaining the organization’s equipment valued in excess of $10 million Show less I served as the Chief of Staff (COS) coordinating and directing the work of the organization’s staff and assumed the duties of the director as required for the organization consisting of over 900 Soldiers and civilians along with 1,200 pieces of equipment. I formulated and disseminated staff polices, planned and coordinated staff training, and oversaw sustainment and maintenance of the organization in support of the training for 4,200 construction engineer Soldiers and officers in initial military engineer training.Achievements:• Managed the maintenance and availability of 1,385 pieces of construction equipment worth over $175 million resulting in zero training deviations due to equipment• Analyzed the organization's previous fiscal year budget and projected the spending of $675,300 for the next fiscal year• Inspections by higher headquarters of daily operation systems resulting in 11 commendable ratings for 2015 and seven out of ten commendable ratings in 2016• Managed organization’s employee wellness program reducing medical absenteeism of over 900 personnel to nearly zero missed time for medical reasons Show less I ran the operations section for the organization consisting of over 900 Soldiers and civilians along with 1,200 pieces of equipment. I directed the planning, coordination, and execution of missions and taskings to support the training of over 5,000 Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines. Additionally, I planned, directed, coordinated, and oversaw the development and coordination of four subordinate training organizations. Achievements:• Reviewed and published 67 organizational plans in support of over 290 organization tasks resulting in 100% success rate for all organizational tasks• Oversaw 20 internal and external organizational construction projects valued in excess of $500,000 with all projects completed on time or ahead of schedule• Standardized the organization's construction practices by drafting construction policy and procedures, adopted a standard construction brief, and emphasized safety through risk analysis and designating project safety personnel• Led organization’s task to plan and prepare for snow and ice removal resulting in 270 accident free miles clearing roads on Fort Leonard Wood, MO, during inclement weather• Ensured safety was a high priority in the organization through conducting monthly Safety Council meetings, accident tracking, and compliance with the Post Summer Safety Day's Campaign Show less I supervised the manning, training, equipping, and readiness of a multi-disciplined team of six professional engineers with an operating budget of over $12 million and equipment valued over $2 million. I directed the team in providing cartography, contingency contracting, technical engineering, design, and construction support for 108 construction projects valued over $120 million. I developed the team to conduct engineer reconnaissance, plan and manage construction, support construction contracts, develop base camps, provide security engineering support, and provide engineer reachback support to military and intergovernmental agencies.Achievements:• Provided technical support for bridge assessments, culvert repairs, and road construction to ensure the use of over 155 miles of roads by Coalition Forces in Afghanistan • Oversaw construction support for base closures, expansions, and transfers allowing for the transfer or closure of over 70 NATO bases in Southern Afghanistan• Directed the review of contracts, contractor design submittals, and re-submittals for 45 construction contracts ensuring contractor compliance for the US Government• Planned and executed complex, in-depth training for the team in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan culminating in a 30-day exercise at the US Army’s National Training Center Show less Supervised and managed construction work projects for 167 military personnel and the maintenance and sustainment for 179 pieces of construction equipment valued in excess of $45 million. I planned, resourced, and executed horizontal construction projects and combat engineering support missions to enhance movement, training, and protection for US Forces in both the United States and Iraq. Achievements:• Supported the construction of a 4,000 foot road in support of US Border Patrol Counterdrug/Counter Transnational Threat Operations in New Mexico completing the project one week ahead of schedule• Planned and coordinated the restoring and refitting of the organization’s 930 pieces of equipment to a level of combat capability commensurate with the organization's future mission requirements• Planned, resourced, and managed a three-month project for the US State Department at COS Irbil located in Kurdistan, consisting of nearly 4 miles of road repairs, construction of a 4,000 cubic yard retention pond, and clearing of 37 acres of land• Resourced and managed multiple construction improvement projects for Joint Base Balad, Iraq, to support US Forces including three parking lot drainage improvements, construction of treatment area for contaminated soil, and construction of a retention pond Show less

  • Deputy Director (U.S. Army Executive Officer, 1-409th Brigade Engineer Battalion)

    Aug 2016 - Aug 2018

  • Deputy Director (U.S. Army Executive Officer, 554th Engineer Battalion)

    Jul 2015 - Jul 2016

  • Operations and Planning Manager (U.S. Army S-3, 554th Engineer Battalion)

    Aug 2014 - Jun 2015

  • Director (U.S. Army Commander, 553rd Engineer Detachment (Forward Engineer Support Team-Advanced))

    Jul 2012 - Jul 2014

  • Director (U.S. Army Commander, 617th Engineer Company (Horizontal))

    Jan 2011 - Jun 2012
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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Aug 2018 - now

  Project Section Supervisor

  I establish the overall objectives for the Project Section and provide technical and administrative supervision as necessary of a diverse, multi-disciplined, 15-member team consisting of CAD and GIS personnel, engineers, project managers, and contracting officer representatives (COR). I supervise the preparation of architectural, mechanical, electrical and civil engineering plans, specifications, and the estimates of labor and materials for non-recurring maintenance construction projects at the medical facility. I am responsible for the development of the strategic capital investment process and meeting with staff and departments to develop projects for the medical campus master plan.Achievements:• Managed the planning, design, procurement, and construction of over 75 projects valued at over $65,000,000• Supervised the Project Section Team’s efforts to correct nearly $3,000,000 in Facility Condition Assessment deficiencies as listed in the Capital Asset Inventory.• Managed the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure upgrades as directed by the VA National office for the hospital. This required coordination with multiple external agencies and every department within the hospital to ensure all deadlines were meet in the implementation of five construction projects and six leased building modifications totaling over $69,000,000• Coordinated with Hospital Leadership and the Wisconsin State Historic Preservation Office on design of five projects in buildings designated as Historic Landmarks Show less