Kevin Oxford
Norco
Summary
Dynamic Senior Project Manager with extensive experience at County of Orange OCWR, adept in project management and regulatory compliance. Successfully led a $405 million capital improvement program, utilizing alternative project delivery methods while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to negotiate contracts and ensure project success through meticulous planning and execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
County of Orange OCWR
601 N Ross St
05.2015 - Current
- Manage South Region Capital Improvement Project Program, Manage South Region Service Contracts, Manage South Region Project Management.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
- Capital improvement project schedule that will exceed $500,000,000.00 in projects over the next seven years, expanding Prima Deshecha Landfill, advancing OCWR’s good neighbor policy, and continuing regulatory compliance on the region’s closed sites.
- These projects are not only large and complex in size and cost, but they also include alternative project delivery methods (APDM, including CMAR and Design Build), which have required coordination with many internal stakeholders, service providers, leases, contractors, utilities, regulators, and presentations to city councils and planning commissions.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations during all stages of a project's lifecycle.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to overcome obstacles during the course of a project.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop realistic expectations for deliverables.
Supervising Construction Inspector
County of Orange/OC Public Works
601 N Ross St Santa Ana
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Managed County staff and consultants on the County's largest Capital Improvement Project.
- Supervised a staff of inspectors that inspect Public Works facilities and manage projects during construction of improvements including road, flood, landfill and Santa Ana River facilities for OC Public Works Construction, Contracts Section, overseeing contracts and recommend progress payments.
- Ensured compliance with contract documents, OC Public Works, and Greenbook standards. Develop and maintain professional relationships with developers, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Met with the public regarding contract information or complaints. Inspect for NPDES and SWPPP compliance.
- Communicate regularly with the contractor, clarifying highly technical information.
- Reviewed plans and specifications for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
- Conducted on-site inspections of all phases of construction, from foundation to completion.
Senior Construction Inspector
County of Orange/ OC Public Works
601 N Ross St Santa Ana
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Inspect Public Works facilities and manage projects during the construction of improvements, including road, flood, and Santa Ana River facilities for OC Public Works contracts, permits, grading, and subdivision tract inspection; oversee contracts and recommend progress payments.
- Ensured compliance with contract, OC Public Works, and Greenbook standards.
- Maintained accurate records for each construction project inspected using computerized software programs.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with developers, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Reviewed plans and specifications, and made recommendations.
- Meet with the public regarding contract information or complaints.
- Inspected for NPDES and SWPPP compliance.
- Communicated regularly with the contractor, clarifying highly technical information.
- Provided technical guidance to junior inspectors regarding proper procedures and techniques.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were being followed on the job site.
- Monitored project progress against established timelines and budget requirements.
- Evaluated claims submitted by contractors for additional compensation due to changes made during the course of a project.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Public Works
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, CA09-2010
High School Diploma -
Lake Elsinore
Lake Elsinore, CA06-1993
Some College (No Degree) -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COSome College (No Degree) - Political Science and Government
Riverside City College
Riverside, CASkills
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Contract negotiation
- Construction inspection
- Project planning
- Project plan development
- Scope management
- Construction management
- First aid and CPR
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
County of Orange OCWR
05.2015 - Current
Supervising Construction Inspector
County of Orange/OC Public Works
07.2013 - 05.2015
Senior Construction Inspector
County of Orange/ OC Public Works
01.2011 - 07.2013
Certificate of Technical Studies - Public Works
Santiago Canyon College
High School Diploma -
Lake Elsinore
Some College (No Degree) -
Colorado State University
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science and Government
Riverside City College
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