JOSEPH M. KANIECKI
801 Eastridge Road • Abingdon, MD 21009
jkaniecki[at]comcast.net • 443-402-0513 (home) • 443-865-6297 (cell)
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Project Planning and Execution • Quality and Safety Standards
Highly accomplished leader with successful career in the planning, development and implementation of large-scale projects for FEMA and other Federal, State and local governments. Recognized as one of the few Debris Specialists in the United States. Proven skill as project manager, leader and decision maker with talent for coordinating complex initiatives from start to finish. Extensive knowledge of forensic estimating of construction damage. Loyal, organized and accountable in overseeing projects valued up to $78 million.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Planned and Emergency Government Projects
• Budgeting, Estimating and Cost Controls
• Full-scale Project Management
• Presentations and Interpersonal Relations • Proposals and Contract Negotiations
• Staff Supervision and Team Building
• Labor, Equipment and Materials Management
• Construction Testing and Inspections
RECENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ATCS, PLC. – Dulles, VA (August 2008 to Present)
Project Officer / FEMA
Rehired to evaluate and plan construction projects in Missouri and Illinois to repair bridges, roads, and culverts damaged by heavy rain and floods. Consult with government officials (local and county governments) to assess needs and report on infrastructure damage. Prepare accurate estimates of labor, equipment and material costs. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA Region 5 – Coordinated documentation and prepared estimates for bridge and road restoration projects in Grundy, Brown and the City of Bethany, Missouri.
 FEMA Region 6 – Supervised personnel while serving as trusted agency liaison during the debris and demolition of 60 residences in Gulfport, Illinois. Prepared contract bid s and other essential documentation.
EA ENGINEERING – Washington, DC (April 2008 to August 2008)
Project Engineer / DC WASA Rock Creek Pumping Station
Planned and managed all phases of inspection and construction to ensure timely, superior-quality results in the full-scale rehabilitation of a sewage lift in downtown Washington, DC. Provided leadership and direction for document gathering and reporting, and implemented financial process (using Primavera for accuracy). Key Achievement:
 Successfully estimated and processed change orders, and monitored all RFP’s, RFI’s and other construction documentation (using Primavera) for various projects.
ATCS, PLC. – Dulles, VA ( June to November 2007)
Project Officer / FEMA
Facilitated construction projects in Louisiana and South Dakota to restore pre-disaster conditions to infrastructure projects. Interacted with government officials. Wrote estimates and reports. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA Region 4 – Facilitated construction projects in Hutchinson County, Brown County and the City of Aberdeen, South Dakota, by organizing essential documentation and preparing estimates to restore bridges and roads to pre-disaster conditions.
 FEMA Region 8 – Increased productivity and reduced costs by setting the groundwork for road repairs in St. Bernard Parish and New Orleans, Louisiana, following the events of Hurricane Katrina.
ROHADFOX CONSTRUCTION CONTROL SERVICES CORP. – Atlanta, GA (February to June 2007)
Project and Construction Manager / City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities
Managed annual contract that included inspecting, budgeting and overseeing the rehabilitation of CIPP (Cured in Place Piping) sewer lines. Directed teams in surveying and conducting the work. Reviewed invoices and approved payment, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all data. Key Achievement:
 Established open lines of communication with all stakeholders, and successfully represented the City in contractor relations.
DEWBERRY AND DAVIS LLC – Many U.S. Locations (2003 to 2006)
Deputy Division Manager for Debris and Demolition Removal / FEMA
Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Supervisor / FEMA
Public Assistance Project Officer / FEMA
Resident Inspector / Cox Creek Water Reclamation Facility
Demonstrated expertise in high-impact roles for government construction and renovation projects. Spearheaded assessment and inspection of roads, wastewater and water treatment plants, and other water/sewer initiatives. Managed debris/demo removal efforts following natural disasters. Also directed planning projects that required verification of specifications, interaction with engineers and on-site leadership. Hired and trained employees for optimal performance and morale. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA / New Orleans, Louisiana – Championed debris/demo removal for four of the most severely hit parishes in Southeastern Louisiana. Navigated shortages in resources (gas, food, water) in an extremely challenging setting, while coordinating the efforts of 120 personnel.
 FEMA / Ohio and Florida – Expertly performed in multiple FEMA projects that required extensive knowledge of construction damages and estimating, and proven competency as a team builder and leader. Projects included repairs in all work categories following ice storms in Ohio, and repairing damages incurred from several hurricanes in Florida.
 Cox Creek Water Reclamation Facility Upgrade / Maryland – Successfully served as Resident Inspector with responsibility for $5.9 million project aimed at increasing clarification efficiency and return activated sludge (RAS) control.
CENTURY ENGINEERING – Maryland (2001 to 2003)
Lead Inspector / Carroll County Department of Public Works
Compliance Inspector / Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA) District 4
Managed safety and compliance, and oversaw other inspection requirements for multimillion-dollar projects. Maintained accountability for people, timelines, budgets and logistics to streamline processes during three-year tenure. Coordinated documentation and reports. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 Carroll County Department of Public Works – Supervised four inspectors in $25-million project that included the installation of new water/sewer mains, and rehabilitation of existing countywide systems.
 Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA) District 4 – Verified full compliance by major utility companies working in Baltimore and Harford Counties. Evaluated sites for safety protocols as well as appropriate lane closures, traffic maintenance and trench backfill.
AMANDA HOFFLER CONSTRUCTION – Maryland (2000 to 2001)
Project Manager / Marriott Hotel Inner East, Baltimore
Piloted the installation of a smoke evacuation system for 32-story building. Supervised subcontractors to boost productivity and quality results for project with strict timelines and budget. Prepared and updated documentation including pay estimates and financial processing. Key Achievement:
 Effectively managed a $16.7-million project that was billed on a time and material basis, and handled as a change order for a building that had exceeded budgets for prior improvement efforts.
W.M. SCHLOSSER CO., INC. – Maryland (1996 to 2000)
Superintendent and Project Manager / Ash Burton and Mount Vernon Water Pump Stations
Superintendent and Project Manager / Druid Park Lake Water Treatment System
Orchestrated and directed two sizeable projects with attention to detail in scheduling, planning, financial matters and on-site management. Managed relationships with subcontractors and decision makers to advance change orders and quickly resolve conflicts. Met all timelines and budgets. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 Water Pump Stations – Led $8.1-million project for commercial general construction company. Oversaw interior and exterior renovations of stations built in 1930, including replacing motor control electrical panels, installing hydro-mechanical emergency system and other critical aspects.
 Lake Water Treatment System – Directed $6.8-million project that entailed a complete building renovation and the installation of a new chlorine injection system on influent/effluent lakesides. Introduced flow meters and electronic monitoring systems to allow the lake to be used for treated water.
HEERY INTERNATIONAL – Maryland (1994 to 1996)
Inspector Consultant / Harford County Department of Public Works
Partnered with the program management team of Heery International to facilitate the planning and execution of $23.5 million in combined construction project that encompassed the Fallston Sewage Pumping Station, Record Road Pump Station and sewer/water mains at US Route 1.
JOHNSON MERRIMAN AND THOMPSON – Maryland (1992 to 1994)
Senior Inspector and Assistant Project Engineer / Maryland State Highway Administration
Managed inspection and construction processes for $78 million project that included three separate bridges (over Amtrak, Contrail and WMATA tracks), new ramp construction at existing cloverleaf, and development of a new interchange with on-hand county road. In separate project, expedited the demolition of the existing bridge (over Conrail tracks) and the construction of the new bridge and approaches for $20-million project. Supervised and coordinated documentation, reports and fiscal obligations.
EDUCATION
Degree in Business Administration (AA)
Catonsville College – Catonsville, MD
Debris Specialist Credential
Technical Proficiency:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Lotus Notes, EXPEDITION, Primavera and other programs.
JOSEPH M. KANIECKI
801 Eastridge Road • Abingdon, MD 21009
jkaniecki[at]comcast.net • 443-402-0513 (home) • 443-865-6297 (cell)
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Project Planning and Execution • Quality and Safety Standards
Highly accomplished leader with successful career in the planning, development and implementation of large-scale projects for FEMA and other Federal, State and local governments. Recognized as one of the few Debris Specialists in the United States. Proven skill as project manager, leader and decision maker with talent for coordinating complex initiatives from start to finish. Extensive knowledge of forensic estimating of construction damage. Loyal, organized and accountable in overseeing projects valued up to $78 million.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Planned and Emergency Government Projects
• Budgeting, Estimating and Cost Controls
• Full-scale Project Management
• Presentations and Interpersonal Relations • Proposals and Contract Negotiations
• Staff Supervision and Team Building
• Labor, Equipment and Materials Management
• Construction Testing and Inspections
RECENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ATCS, PLC. – Dulles, VA (August 2008 to Present)
Project Officer / FEMA
Rehired to evaluate and plan construction projects in Missouri and Illinois to repair bridges, roads, and culverts damaged by heavy rain and floods. Consult with government officials (local and county governments) to assess needs and report on infrastructure damage. Prepare accurate estimates of labor, equipment and material costs. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA Region 5 – Coordinated documentation and prepared estimates for bridge and road restoration projects in Grundy, Brown and the City of Bethany, Missouri.
 FEMA Region 6 – Supervised personnel while serving as trusted agency liaison during the debris and demolition of 60 residences in Gulfport, Illinois. Prepared contract bid s and other essential documentation.
EA ENGINEERING – Washington, DC (April 2008 to August 2008)
Project Engineer / DC WASA Rock Creek Pumping Station
Planned and managed all phases of inspection and construction to ensure timely, superior-quality results in the full-scale rehabilitation of a sewage lift in downtown Washington, DC. Provided leadership and direction for document gathering and reporting, and implemented financial process (using Primavera for accuracy). Key Achievement:
 Successfully estimated and processed change orders, and monitored all RFP’s, RFI’s and other construction documentation (using Primavera) for various projects.
ATCS, PLC. – Dulles, VA ( June to November 2007)
Project Officer / FEMA
Facilitated construction projects in Louisiana and South Dakota to restore pre-disaster conditions to infrastructure projects. Interacted with government officials. Wrote estimates and reports. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA Region 4 – Facilitated construction projects in Hutchinson County, Brown County and the City of Aberdeen, South Dakota, by organizing essential documentation and preparing estimates to restore bridges and roads to pre-disaster conditions.
 FEMA Region 8 – Increased productivity and reduced costs by setting the groundwork for road repairs in St. Bernard Parish and New Orleans, Louisiana, following the events of Hurricane Katrina.
ROHADFOX CONSTRUCTION CONTROL SERVICES CORP. – Atlanta, GA (February to June 2007)
Project and Construction Manager / City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities
Managed annual contract that included inspecting, budgeting and overseeing the rehabilitation of CIPP (Cured in Place Piping) sewer lines. Directed teams in surveying and conducting the work. Reviewed invoices and approved payment, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all data. Key Achievement:
 Established open lines of communication with all stakeholders, and successfully represented the City in contractor relations.
DEWBERRY AND DAVIS LLC – Many U.S. Locations (2003 to 2006)
Deputy Division Manager for Debris and Demolition Removal / FEMA
Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Supervisor / FEMA
Public Assistance Project Officer / FEMA
Resident Inspector / Cox Creek Water Reclamation Facility
Demonstrated expertise in high-impact roles for government construction and renovation projects. Spearheaded assessment and inspection of roads, wastewater and water treatment plants, and other water/sewer initiatives. Managed debris/demo removal efforts following natural disasters. Also directed planning projects that required verification of specifications, interaction with engineers and on-site leadership. Hired and trained employees for optimal performance and morale. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 FEMA / New Orleans, Louisiana – Championed debris/demo removal for four of the most severely hit parishes in Southeastern Louisiana. Navigated shortages in resources (gas, food, water) in an extremely challenging setting, while coordinating the efforts of 120 personnel.
 FEMA / Ohio and Florida – Expertly performed in multiple FEMA projects that required extensive knowledge of construction damages and estimating, and proven competency as a team builder and leader. Projects included repairs in all work categories following ice storms in Ohio, and repairing damages incurred from several hurricanes in Florida.
 Cox Creek Water Reclamation Facility Upgrade / Maryland – Successfully served as Resident Inspector with responsibility for $5.9 million project aimed at increasing clarification efficiency and return activated sludge (RAS) control.
CENTURY ENGINEERING – Maryland (2001 to 2003)
Lead Inspector / Carroll County Department of Public Works
Compliance Inspector / Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA) District 4
Managed safety and compliance, and oversaw other inspection requirements for multimillion-dollar projects. Maintained accountability for people, timelines, budgets and logistics to streamline processes during three-year tenure. Coordinated documentation and reports. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 Carroll County Department of Public Works – Supervised four inspectors in $25-million project that included the installation of new water/sewer mains, and rehabilitation of existing countywide systems.
 Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA) District 4 – Verified full compliance by major utility companies working in Baltimore and Harford Counties. Evaluated sites for safety protocols as well as appropriate lane closures, traffic maintenance and trench backfill.
AMANDA HOFFLER CONSTRUCTION – Maryland (2000 to 2001)
Project Manager / Marriott Hotel Inner East, Baltimore
Piloted the installation of a smoke evacuation system for 32-story building. Supervised subcontractors to boost productivity and quality results for project with strict timelines and budget. Prepared and updated documentation including pay estimates and financial processing. Key Achievement:
 Effectively managed a $16.7-million project that was billed on a time and material basis, and handled as a change order for a building that had exceeded budgets for prior improvement efforts.
W.M. SCHLOSSER CO., INC. – Maryland (1996 to 2000)
Superintendent and Project Manager / Ash Burton and Mount Vernon Water Pump Stations
Superintendent and Project Manager / Druid Park Lake Water Treatment System
Orchestrated and directed two sizeable projects with attention to detail in scheduling, planning, financial matters and on-site management. Managed relationships with subcontractors and decision makers to advance change orders and quickly resolve conflicts. Met all timelines and budgets. Selected Projects and Achievements:
 Water Pump Stations – Led $8.1-million project for commercial general construction company. Oversaw interior and exterior renovations of stations built in 1930, including replacing motor control electrical panels, installing hydro-mechanical emergency system and other critical aspects.
 Lake Water Treatment System – Directed $6.8-million project that entailed a complete building renovation and the installation of a new chlorine injection system on influent/effluent lakesides. Introduced flow meters and electronic monitoring systems to allow the lake to be used for treated water.
HEERY INTERNATIONAL – Maryland (1994 to 1996)
Inspector Consultant / Harford County Department of Public Works
Partnered with the program management team of Heery International to facilitate the planning and execution of $23.5 million in combined construction project that encompassed the Fallston Sewage Pumping Station, Record Road Pump Station and sewer/water mains at US Route 1.
JOHNSON MERRIMAN AND THOMPSON – Maryland (1992 to 1994)
Senior Inspector and Assistant Project Engineer / Maryland State Highway Administration
Managed inspection and construction processes for $78 million project that included three separate bridges (over Amtrak, Contrail and WMATA tracks), new ramp construction at existing cloverleaf, and development of a new interchange with on-hand county road. In separate project, expedited the demolition of the existing bridge (over Conrail tracks) and the construction of the new bridge and approaches for $20-million project. Supervised and coordinated documentation, reports and fiscal obligations.
EDUCATION
Degree in Business Administration (AA)
Catonsville College – Catonsville, MD
Debris Specialist Credential
Technical Proficiency:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Lotus Notes, EXPEDITION, Primavera and other programs.
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