David Johnson

Experience

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  Kesterson Construction Company

  Sept 1987 - Sept 1996

  Project Manager

  Role evolved over time as follows: -Civil Engineering Co-op-Project Engineer-Project Manager & Construction Estimator

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  Construction Planners, Inc.

  Sept 1996 - Jul 2010

  President

  Established and managed a successful design-build construction business that at its peak had a staff of 20 people. Hands-on involvement and leadership in all design and construction projects.

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  University of Tennessee

  Aug 2008 - May 2013

  Lecturer

  • Managed the construction department for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering from 2008 to 2011 while a search for a permanent professor was underway. Developed curriculum and taught senior and graduate-level courses, including Methods and Materials of Construction, Construction Estimating, and Senior Design Project.• Developed and taught Construction Documents and Estimating Spring 2012 and 2013 for the newly formed Construction Engineering and Management Program.

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  Hodge Engineering Co

  Dec 2008 - Jan 2012

  Structural Engineer

  Role changed over time from structural engineering consultant to full-time employee. Responsible for the the larger, more complex projects.

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  Tomorrow's Builder, Inc.

  Nov 2011 - now

  President

  Hands-on leader of general contracting business that offers both engineering and construction services. Focus is on developing relationships with manufacturing, industry and commercial clients, and through these relationships find growth and stability through repeat business.• Author of business vision, establishment and planning• Chief executive officer, president and overseer of operations• Lead all design and construction efforts• Responsible for business development and forecasting• Oversee and maintain client relations• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates and proposals. Lead all negotiations.• Daily coordination with field superintendents and project mangers Show less

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  David Johnson Engineering, LLC

  Jul 2017 - now

  President

  Director of engineering and consulting firm specializing in construction related issues and structural engineering solutions. Broad experience in all areas of building construction including manufacturing, commercial and residential.• Experienced civil engineer and construction professional• Project design development, feasibility studies and cost budgets• Structural engineering solutions in manufacturing and industry• Evaluation of structural problems such as those encountered in residential homes• Specialized engineering design such as structural steel connections and metal studs Show less