DUSTIN R OTTO
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
PMP Certified Project Manager with 7 years of expertise in Project Management/ Operation Management, with currently managing a portfolio totaling over $20 million dollars. Financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in budget, financial and time management. Has 15+ years of experience working on, operating and maintaining various types of heavy equipment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Af Steel Fabrication
04.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed up to 12 projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Project/Operations Manager
CTS Greenwaste
01.2017 - 05.2024
- Manage daily crew and their duties for the day
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with upper management and stakeholders.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
- Provided management for internal personnel, contractors and vendors.
- Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Reduced expenditures by effectively negotiating vendor and service contracts to drive savings.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Tracked and performed repairs and maintenance on all heavy equipment and semis.
- Order and inventory all maintenance items as well as parts on an as needed basis.
Lead Driller
Cascade Drilling
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Reviewed contracts and scope of work
- Prepare for job accordingly with tooling and supplies
- Operated Foremost DR drilling rigs and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety.
- Performed all repairs and maintenance on all onsite equipment. (Drill rigs, water trucks, mud systems, air compressors, etc..)
- Reviewed and applied daily safety procedures as well as completing and turning in daily reports as well as all other required paperwork.
- Led, coached and directed tool pushers and drillers in daily drilling program operations
- Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves and conducted project audits.
- Managed initial move and rig-up, rig commissioning and commencement of numerous rig drilling operations.
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
Site Supervisor/Driller
Hydro Resources – West Inc
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Perform all repairs and maintenance to onsite equipment. (Drill rig, water truck, mud system, air compressor, etc..)
- Read plans and blueprints and communicated to workers.
- Delivered reports to Supervisors each day to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
Driller
Layne Christensen Company
12.2011 - 03.2014
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Perform all repairs and maintenance to onsite equipment. (Drill rig, water truck, mud system, air compressor, etc..)
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management and HSE compliance.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
Education
40hr. Radworker II Training Site Specific Training For New Gold Mine in Kamloops, BC -
Sudbury, ONWHMIS Trained (NORCAT) Lock-Out Tag-Out Certified (NORCAT) 40hr. MSHA Certification W/ Current 8hr. Refresher 40hr. Hazwhopper Trained Respirator Fit Tested -
High School Diploma/GED -
Willamina High School
Willamina, OR06.2005
PMP Certification - Project Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04.2023
Skills
- Gantt Charts
- Project Development
- Materials Procurement
- Operational Efficiency
- Proficient in Project Management Software (Procore) (Tekla) ETC
- Proficient in Microsoft Programs
- Diagnostic Skills
- Systems Implementations
- Safety Protocols
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Equipment Inspection
- Heavy Equipment Repair
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional-University of Phoenix Graduate - August, 2024
Timeline
Project Manager
Af Steel Fabrication
04.2024 - Current
Project/Operations Manager
CTS Greenwaste
01.2017 - 05.2024
Lead Driller
Cascade Drilling
08.2016 - 01.2017
Site Supervisor/Driller
Hydro Resources – West Inc
03.2014 - 08.2016
Driller
Layne Christensen Company
12.2011 - 03.2014
40hr. Radworker II Training Site Specific Training For New Gold Mine in Kamloops, BC -
WHMIS Trained (NORCAT) Lock-Out Tag-Out Certified (NORCAT) 40hr. MSHA Certification W/ Current 8hr. Refresher 40hr. Hazwhopper Trained Respirator Fit Tested -
High School Diploma/GED -
Willamina High School
PMP Certification - Project Management
University of Phoenix
- PMP - Project Management Professional-University of Phoenix Graduate - August, 2024
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