Collin Young
Pascagoula
Summary
Experienced Field Engineer in diverse projects such as airport construction, oil and gas, and power plant construction. Knowledgeable in project management, site inspections, and safety. Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a track record of effective problem-solving and decision-making. Excels with strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability, helping ensure successful project outcomes and collaborative work environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Engineer
Kiewit
Greenville
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with project teams to execute field operations and meet client specifications.
- Trained junior engineers on safety protocols and operational best practices.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment delivery and setup at various job sites.
- Coordinated with other teams within the organization to ensure successful implementation of projects.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards when designing or implementing solutions.
- Built relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of necessary equipment or services.
- Prepared reports summarizing project status updates for stakeholders.
- Managed daily operations on construction sites to ensure project timelines.
- Supervised subcontractors and laborers to maintain quality standards.
- Conducted safety meetings and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed blueprints and plans to identify potential issues early.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Educated employees in proper use of personal protective equipment and enforced safety requirements to minimize workplace accidents.
- Organized meetings among team members involved in different aspects of the project in order to coordinate efforts towards successful completion.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Directed the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and other personnel as required to meet project goals.
Labor/Help
Russell Components
Pascagoula
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in daily operations by organizing materials for production lines.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Used hand and power tools to perform operational and routine tasks.
- Operated machinery safely and efficiently to support assembly processes.
Labor/Help
Performance Contractors
Pascagoula
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked with others to perform construction tasks throughout the day
- Used hand and power tools to perform operational and routine tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work areas throughout the facility.
- Operated machinery safely and efficiently to support assembly processes.
- Assisted in formwork assembly and disassembly for foundations and structures.
- Ensured site cleanliness by removing debris and maintaining organized work areas.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure a safe work environment.
- Supported skilled trades in pouring, finishing, and curing concrete surfaces effectively.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
- Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
- Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
- Install reinforcement rods in order to add strength to the structure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Building Construction Science
Mississippi State University
Pascagoula, MS05.2024
Skills
- Employee training
- Jobsite support
- Project scheduling
- RFI management
- Specifications/drawings review
- 3D design and simulation software
- Safety compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Construction scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Labor productivity
- Effective communication
- Carpentry
- Manual labor skills
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Field Engineer
Kiewit
06.2024 - Current
Labor/Help
Russell Components
09.2021 - 12.2023
Labor/Help
Performance Contractors
06.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Building Construction Science
Mississippi State University