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Buck Varney
Summary

Self-motivated Operations Manager. Bringing top-level experience in directing all facets of Construction and Oil & Gas operations. Successful at collaborating with consultants, area leaders and employees to streamline and strengthen processes, boost production and control costs. Highly organized, detail-oriented and safety-driven with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets.

Dedicated Construction Project Manager with more than 10 years of progressive experience with Civil Construction and Oil & Gas projects. Consistently delivers proper planning, implementation and completion of multiple projects. Successful at preparing construction documents, estimating costs, preparing budgets and coordinating project scheduling. Demonstrated successful execution of business strategies to maximize profitability and operational efficiency.

Seasoned Estimator with expertise in preparing estimates in the construction planning process. Talented in inventory management, overseeing equipment maintenance and negotiating contracts. Served as a professional liaison between clients and contractors. Committed to maintaining quality control and ensuring projects are completed on time.

Skills
  • HCSS Heavy Job & Heavy Bid user
  • Foundation Software user
  • Preparing estimates
  • Mathematical problem-solving
  • Obtaining bids
  • Structural systems
  • Construction and building
  • Schedule coordination
  • Scope development
  • Project management
  • Proposal development
  • Team management
  • Multitasking
  • Planning
  • Decision-making
  • Analytical
  • Time management
  • Problem resolution
Experience
Company Name | City, StateSenior Estimator03/2021 - 09/2021
  • Prepared takeoffs and estimates and wrote proposals.
  • Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections.
  • Formulated estimates and budgets ranging from $15k to $42M.
  • Formulated proposals and processed work orders by analyzing and calculating field measurements, survey plans and plot plans.
  • Administered site meetings and walk-throughs for pricing purposes.
  • Consistently followed up with customers to determine satisfaction levels.
  • Efficiently completed material orders, resulting in all projects being completed on time and under budget.
  • Assessed buildings and grounds to prepare estimates for restoration work.
  • Scheduled crews and coordinated material and equipment installation procedures.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
  • Developed and updated cost estimates by documenting relevant information into jobs in internal database.
  • Collected historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
  • Visited sites and recorded information about access, drainage and topography and availability of services such as water and electricity.
  • Dispatched crews daily for our special clients needs.
Company Name | City, StateOperations Manager07/2019 - 03/2021
  • Directed day-to-day operations for the Texas Division. 50-75 employees making up 7-10 crews working simultaneously across the state of Texas. Crews installed and repaired natural gas pipeline, facility maintenance and high pressure testing.
  • Managed company operations with responsibility for profit and loss, scheduling, training and inventory control.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
  • Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Planned daily operational strategies, including delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives.
  • Maintained safety and emergency readiness among personnel by disseminating information on and monitoring compliance with regulatory and organizational policies.
  • Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
  • Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.
  • Oversaw financial management activities, including budget management, accounting and payroll.
  • Reviewed daily financial reports and reconciled accounts to keep information current and accurate.
  • Evaluated documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
  • Assisted in refining procedures, defining best practices and correcting reported audit issues.
  • Developed incident management strategy, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis and timely resolution.
Company Name | City, StateSuperintendent07/2018 - 07/2019
  • Directed civil construction and oil & gas crews in Colorado, Oklahoma and Texas. Crews built pads for facilities, install sewer water and communication lines.
  • Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
  • Managed civil construction projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
  • Managed safety of worksite and adherence to OSHA regulations by looking ahead and preparing the crews
  • Oversaw daily work of 100 workers using knowledge of local and national building codes for all areas of construction.
  • Managed projects to complete on schedule by working with specialized management teams.
  • Prepared, executed and monitored service, personnel and safety plans for several projects.
  • Provided consultants with current information about best practices and safety requirements.
Company Name | City, StateSuperintendent08/2007 - 07/2018
  • Superintendent on several projects from start to finish. (Note Worthy Projects) Airway Heights waste water plant, Arlington waste water plant, Kettle Falls waste water plant, Holden Mine contaminated water collection, City Of Ephrata waterline expansion and road widening. Snoqualmie Pass Interstate 90 Concrete panel replacement and 3 bridge deck top replacements.
  • Installed 150,000' +- large bore waterline, installed 100000'+- of large bore sewer line.
  • Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily work of 120 workers using knowledge of local and national building codes for all areas of construction.
  • Provided consultants with current information about best practices and safety requirements.
  • Superintendent on $25M highway project for 2 seasons until completed
  • Established operational and educational plans with clear objectives and paths to achievement.
  • Presented updates and reports measuring performance against benchmarks to school board.
Education and Training
Moses Lake High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma
References

Travis Felix CSO. Lone Tree Services 720-966-3389

Jim Hereford CEO Fiber Net 509-993-7793

Isaac Woodbury Project Manager 360-393-9511

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School Attended

  • Moses Lake High School

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  • Senior Estimator
  • Operations Manager
  • Superintendent

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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