Bill Weddle

Experience

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  Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1998

  • Managed all phases of Aquatic Habitat improvement construction projects for the Fisheries Division• Developed preliminary plans and estimates for the Divisions Capital Construction Budget Plan• Served as the divisions liaison to other internal divisions, local, state, federal agencies and private contractors• Prepared computer generated drawings utilizing AutoCad• Coordinated and prepared all documentation required to solicit and select bids from private contractors and consultants• Participated as a member of the Divisions Operational Budget Development Team• Approved project proposals•Coordinated the preparation of funding documents, construction plans, specifications, and permits with agency divisions, state and federal agencies and private consultants• Facilitated and coordinated pre-construction meetings• Supervised one Fish & Wildlife Program Specialist and Temporaries• Responsible for a four million dollar capital construction budget Show less • Managed all phases of assigned Commission capital construction projects for Engineering division • Conducted and coordinated field inspections• Organized and facilitated meetings with client division personnel, consultants, contractors, and other government agencies• Reviewed proposed plans and specifications• Calculated detailed specifications and estimates• Managed and maintained detailed project files• Utilized AutoCad to prepare detailed construction drawings• Reviewed and verified contractor payment requests• Prepared progress reports• Monitored costs & processes to ensure project completion within budget and deadlines• Conducted surveys for the collection of field data• Supervised and implemented Environmental Protection Agency Green Lights Program• Implemented American with Disabilities Act guidelines Show less

  • Aquatic Habitat Program Manager

    Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  • Federal Aid Administrator III

    Jan 1994 - Jan 1997

  • Construction Management -Engineer I

    Jan 1990 - Jan 1994
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  Weddle Drafting

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

  Independent Business Owner

  • Owner and operator of sole proprietor drafting business• Prepare computer generated drawings utilizing AutoCad • Assist builders with site survey activities• Provide construction observation • Assist clients with the acquisition of building permits• Collaborate with clients to ensure total project satisfaction

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  City of Lincoln Parks & Recreation Department

  Jun 2001 - Feb 2022

  Park Planner I -Construction Projects Coordinator - Planning & Construction

  Lead assigned projects and oversee progress along the way to ensure they are in accordance with plans, budget and schedule. Responsible for estimating, budgeting, organization, contractor relations, and scheduling of projects. • Manage the development of contracts for professional services in association with planning, analysis, design and construction administration• Develop needed construction documents and supplier contract specifications• Review contractor/supplier bids and assist in contract award recommendations• Monitor construction sites for contract compliance, to track progress, and troubleshoot/problem solve as needed• Review sediment and erosion control measures and practices for compliance• Lead and organize meetings with contractors and staff routinely on various phases of a project• Coordinate final review/site inspections for development and completion of punch list items• Monitor projects post-constructions for warranty issues and follow-up work• Perform various planning & design tasks which can include: researching material/products/land records/property boundaries, assisting with grant related activities including monitoring and reporting, coordinating and executing the annual bridge inspection program, preparing maps, drawings and display materials, and preparation of cost estimates and tracking project expenditures.• Responsible for playground planning, design and installation and perform safety inspections • Evaluate department facilities and infrastructure for repair, replacement and/or renovation needs • Collaborate with internal operations and maintenance staff to address non-routine facilities repair & replacement needs• Collaborate with City and Government Agencies and participate in community meetings regarding department facilities planning and construction• Serve on hiring teams for department staff• Assist with the training & development of department staff Show less

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  Lincoln Parks and Recreation

  Oct 2020 - now

  • Park Planner II - Facilities Construction and Maintenance Coordination

    Aug 2023 - now

  • Park Planner I - Facilities Maintenance & Construction Coordinator

    Oct 2020 - now