Joe Dressel Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Stockholm, Se

As an Assistant Project Manager, I am responsible for facilitating bi-weekly job progress meetings, weekly coordination meetings, weekly schedule workshops, and monthly schedule update meetings for site and above-site stakeholders. Additionally, I review and process contractor monthly invoices, verifying that billed labor hours are in-line with observed on-site labor workforce, and maintaining positive budget runway.I also develop and maintain project communication plans for affected parties, which include specific callouts for safety, traffic patterns, and logistics. When necessary, I collaborate with contractors to develop alternative work plans that ensure safety and minimize disruptions. Furthermore, I coordinate and facilitate efficient work planning among prime contractors through lean planning processes to streamline project delivery.As a direct liaison between stakeholders, architects/engineers, contractors, and inspecting agencies, I have managed multiple significant delivery delays while ensuring that the project was completed without impacting stakeholders any longer than necessary. I assess and provide constructive feedback on project-specific safety plans to ensure alignment between project stakeholders and contractors. I also lead daily huddle meetings for all entities that are on-site that day to review work being performed, identify potential safety issues, and collaborate to implement appropriate controls.I currently serve as co-chair for our local office’s Emerging Technology Group, where our mission is to drive innovation and efficiency in our projects, operations, and culture by identifying, researching/piloting, and implementing cutting-edge technologies and techniques in order to advance our position in the construction industry.

Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst, Nj, Us

As the First Sergeant (1SG) in a cavalry scout troop, I am the senior non-commissioned officer responsible for advising the troop commander on all enlisted matters and supervising daily operations to ensure mission readiness and discipline. My role involves overseeing training programs to maintain soldier proficiency, coordinating exercises, and ensuring compliance with fitness and education standards. I manage personnel actions, maintain records, and enforce military regulations while also overseeing the maintenance and readiness of all troop equipment and vehicles. Ensuring proper allocation of supplies and coordinating logistics with the supply sergeant are also part of my duties. Additionally, I address the welfare and morale of soldiers, fostering a cohesive unit environment and providing support for personal and professional issues. I assist in planning and executing missions, offering tactical advice and support, while enforcing standards of conduct, appearance, and performance within the troop. Through inspections and addressing disciplinary issues, I maintain order and discipline, ensuring the troop is always prepared for reconnaissance and combat operations.As a Squad Leader during Operation Enduring Freedom - Spartan Shield in Jordan in 2019, I supervised two 6-person teams, while also serving as the senior trainer for a 94-man Jordanian Army Company. Additionally, I planned and executed resiliency training for over 250 US Soldiers on a quarterly basis, ensuring their readiness and well-being during the deployment.During Operation New Dawn in Iraq in 2011, as a supervisor of three soldiers in a hostile environment, I successfully maintained $2 million of equipment and critical items while completing all missions assigned, earning the Army Commendation Medal.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

As a Resident Engineer, I served as the primary liaison between prime contractors, design professionals, end users, and local stakeholders. I reviewed NPDES permits and ensured continual compliance while overseeing contractor compliance with DBE and Buy America requirements. To streamline project processes, I created a shared database to monitor the status of all permit and utility applications.I also managed bi-weekly job progress meetings with cross-functional stakeholders, coordinated RFIs and submittals with design professionals and contractors, and conducted change order reviews by applying value engineering principles to save money for stakeholders. Additionally, I ensured adherence to project schedules and regularly monitored schedule updates to ensure timely completion of projects. My attention to detail and effective communication helped to ensure successful project completion while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction.

Miamisburg, Ohio, Us

As a Co-op Engineer, I was an integral part of a cross-functional team responsible for upgrading the local municipal wastewater treatment plant. I took on several responsibilities, including ordering and confirming the delivery of job site materials totaling over $80,000, conducting on-site surveying using Topcon GPS System, and creating submittal packages in accordance with appropriate specifications.Additionally, I was committed to ensuring construction safety during daily job site walks and completed pipe layouts and detailing using AutoCAD 2016. One of my major achievements was researching and hiring a sealant subcontractor, who was able to perform the work 25% under budget, demonstrating my ability to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Chicago, Il, Us

As a Junior Engineer, I gained valuable experience in the Architecture and Engineering field by conducting on-site estimating and take-offs, assembling construction documents, creating shop drawings, and working with specifications and bid forms. Through these tasks, I developed a keen attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of accuracy in all aspects of the project. I was able to apply my technical knowledge to support the project team and contribute to the successful completion of various projects.