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CHRISTOPHER R. FORBES (718)663-1111cxf38@dowling.educhrisforbes359@gmail.com
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Dedicated, experienced and result focused Capital Construction
Project/Program Management Professional with considerable
experience in resilient construction and thorough knowledge of the
global construction industry. Core Competencies are Communication,
Analytical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Customer Focus,
Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility, Integrity, Risk Assessment,
Conflict Management, Leadership, Team Building, Coaching,
juxtaposition with the abilities to Prioritize, Organize, Analyze,
Research, Evaluate and Resolve.
Experienced over 21 years, far-reaching command of Private, Public
and Utilities industries demonstrating track record of leading detail-
oriented Projects and Programs, with timely delivery of Quality Control,
Safety, Process Improvement, Risk Assessment and Cost Deliverables
with Critical Thinking and an holistic understanding of construction
administration, contracts, commissioning and industry standards, such
as ADA,NEPA, AICS,NEC, 49 CFR,(29 CFR 1926) ACI and
CT/NYC/NYS-Codes.
Note: Below are staffing positions held as contingent, contract,
consultant and permanent employee, reflective of our most resent
economical turmoil, forging changes in the construction industry,
contributing to employers forced to provide mainly temporary
employment contingent on project durations, consequently, my work
history below must not be misconstrued as purposeful job hopping.
Consequently, My obvious work experience below has canvassed
several construction disciplines, creating a unique blend of exemplary
service in various management rolls, not making me a specialist on
certain projects types but instead has broaden my construction
management knowledge in dealing with complexities, technical variable,
people, diverse environments, requiring more than the standard two
page resume.
Professional Experience
Construction Manager [2016-Present]
Contract-Cubit Power/Ranstad Engineering Group, Inc. • NY
Presently overseeing the new construction of an11 Mega Watt CHP
Power Plant and Ice Factory combination production facility. The cogent
plant will sell electricity to Con Edison and Ice and Dry Ice to the public.
The technology uses the byproducts from generating electricity to
produce ice and dry Ice.
Manage daily construction of engineering, electrical, civil, mechanical,
design, materials procurement, schedules, cost estimates, budgets,
permits, licenses and commissioning activities of: Process piping,
refrigeration, microprocessors relays, high voltage breakers,
transmission and distribution lines, busses, transformers, PARs,
Education
Walden University School of
Mgmt. and Technology, MN
Professional Doctorate in
Global Business
Administration-Focus,
Sustainable Construction
Renewable Energy –
A.B.D
Dowling College, Long
Island, NY.
Masters of Business
Administration
Vaughn College of
Engineering, Flushing, NY
Bachelor of Technology
College of Technology-
CUNY Civil Engineering
AAS, Ingr
Mechanics Institute, New
York, NY
Associate in Facilities
Planning, Construction
Management,
Dowling College, Long
Island, NY
Graduate Certificate –
Project Management
Pace University, NY
Construction Project
Management Certification
Licenses/Certifications
Occupation Safety Health
and Administration
OSHA-10/30
hourTraining
Certification
40 hour Site Safety
Manager
(CCM)- Imp

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reactors, capacitors -switching stations and substations, switches, oil pumping plants/protection &
controls, protective relay schemes, SCADA, metering, A.C & D.C power distribution / controls, alarms,
fiber optic communication and equipment monitoring systems. Coordinate with vendors and
manufacturers and review technical data, distribution and transmission voltages of Switching stations and
Substations from 4kV up to and 50 kV, Relay protection instrumentation, alarm schematics, SCADA
controls, racks, panels views, wiring diagrams, control house layouts cable installations, Combustion
turbines and HRSGs, Natural gas fueled reciprocating engine generators, Diesel fueled reciprocating
engine generators, Stationary storage utility sized batteries and gas/water chillers.
Lead Project Team in the planning, implementation through testing/commissioning and turnover of
project. Manage the coordination of Con Edison, Hyundai Korea National Grid and several City, State and
Federal agencies. Conducts weekly coordination meeting with consultants field staff & subcontractors.
Plans, assigns, directs, monitors, review contracts design, bid/award, compliance/ quality design, change
order negotiation /settlement of claims and close-outs.
Vice President of Business Development and Capital Project Execution [2015]
Contract-S.K.E.T.C.H. Construction, Inc. • NY
Daily responsibilities encompasses the Coordination and integration of field activities of several civil
heavy construction roadway NYSDOT, gas/ electric projects reviewing all designs, plans and
specifications, validity of budget, supervise onsite QC/QA staff, evaluating funding, designs,
construction costs and cumulative change orders and contracts award decisions. Provide managerial
oversight of consultants, general and sub-contractors, identify, assess, prioritize and mitigate risk.
Oversaw design, procurement, engineering, schedule, scope, cost forecasting, payment requisition,
budget estimates through bids/buyouts, closeout and commissioning.
Manage a diverse team of professionals including directors, engineers, project managers/coordinators,
designers and contract managers. Acts as a technical leader and go-to resource, mentoring teammates in
areas of expertise. Oversaw drafting of Project Work Orders, Project Purchase Orders, Service Contracts
and Change Orders, verification of appropriate Vendor Insurance, Certificates/Permits, execution of
Project Status Updates, and executing Vendor, NTP/ Close-Out Letters/As-built, provide Contract
negotiation and verifications.
Project Manager [2014- 2015]
Armand Corporation-CM/New York City Housing Authority, Taft Houses Development New York, NY
Lead project team, advising on design/constructability issues, risk assessment/mitigation, schedule and
conformance with design review and construction documents. Work Scope: exterior elevations
restoration, water tank repair, bulk head repair, compactor stock reconfiguration and roof replacements of
9 twenty story residential buildings, field strength of 150 personnel on site daily with spread radius of six
city blocks. Oversight of construction administration/procurement, surveys, testing, inspection, scheduling
and design related procedures, plan execute, and finalize environmental remediation: NYC ACP type
asbestos investigations. Monitor substantial completion, coordinates staff/contractor training and transfer
of close-out documents. Monitors, control field utilization for quality, safety, health and injury prevention.
Liaise with City and State agencies, elected officials, community groups and other key stakeholders
regarding capital construction projects.
Execute procurement review: NTP, RFI, RFQ, RFP/purchase orders for design/build repair/maintenance
project, contract negotiations, bidding strategy, payment requisitions, coordinating of labor relations.
Conducted monthly client and biweekly progress/roofing conference meetings to review project progress
with contractor and design team, reviewing the following: shop drawing preparation/approval,
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issues, manpower projections, control inspections project schedule, long lead items, submittals and
supervise QA/QC staff on quality/performance issues on and off site. Serves as liaison with City, State
and Federal agencies involved in projects and facilitates regulatory approval processes.
Project Executive [2012- 2013]
Contract-S.K.E.T.C.H. Construction, Inc. • NY
Oversaw program and project teams of 75 personnel business group, joint venture Public Utilities: Gas
main hot tap, water main relocation Projects, while achieving financial control and attaining profit goals
for each project. Thereby, contributing to the development and execution of goals and strategies focus
on seeking new clients and maintaining existing client relationships. Oversaw, operationally each
project phase including pre-construction, construction, closeout, and post-construction. Collaborate with
Estimating and Purchasing in the up-front set up of projects to insure profitability, client satisfaction and
the best subs for the job. Mentor and coach PM's and project team to ensure their skills and capabilities
are being developed by establishing annual performance goals for each direct report and ensure that
goals are established.
Provide and maintain a plan for staff management, including recruiting, training and mentorship.
Provide guidance and counsel regarding claims and disputes. Review insurance/risk management
matters, contracts and other documents from a project management perspective. Additional duties
included developing, maintaining, and reporting on budgets, requisitions, schedules, analyzing,
reporting on subcontractor performance, site manpower; consulting on and negotiating constructability
and technical issues; providing site safety risk analysis and mitigation and fostering relationships with
owners, project staff, design team and consultants.
Construction Manager [2012 – 2012] (Contract)
Contract-Consolidated Edison, Inc. • New York, NY
Oversaw powerdelivery/transmissionLine, upgrade of roof drainage systems, the installation 75,000
square feet EPDM roofing system, utility relocations of medium/low/control voltage, gas and steam,
installation of storm out flow drains system with oil separate, excavation/foundation, new cable yard fence
with lighting, CCTV installations and storm hardening of the Learning Center, umbrella by Rules We Live
By (“RWLB”) and the Environmental Health and Safety Plan (“EHASP.
Monitor contractor’s means and methods, assuring adherence to plans, specifications, time/budget,
preemptively identify potential construction risk and issues. Oversaw heavy construction, hand-
excavation, concrete work, subsurface investigations, electrical conduit & wire installation, remediation,
and the disposal of contaminated soil. Managed and control site safety, tool box meetings, environmental
issue, such as accidents, injuries, oil spills, etc., attend progress meeting, tracked contractor’s Manpower
of over 85 personnel, equipment time and materials; maintained open communication with all project
stakeholders; performed constructability review of plans and specifications and tracked the contractor’s
long-lead items. Ensured that planning, organizing and scheduling coordinate with site-sensitive
conditions such as weather, steam, gas and high voltage equipment.
Project Manager [2011 – 2011]
Contract-Community Environmental Center, Inc. • NY
Oversaw report preparation in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all federal, state, and local rules and
regulations for Asbestos inspections and management plans for NYC, ACP type asbestos investigations:
lead and microbial investigations; Asbestos and lead abatement designs and specification project on
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Performance Program), AMP, and Restech, FlexTech and HPD’s High Performance Housing Program
and contractor oversight of over 25 personnel on various projects.
Performed environmental services including asbestos, mold, lead-based paint, indoor air quality
assessment/abatement, HVAC System Assessment and Analytical Modeling, Building
Commissioning/Retro-Commissioning Services, and computerized analyses (EA-QUIP and ES-QUIP)
analysis of buildings under US Department of Energy (DOE) Program, State Energy and Winterization &
Intergovernmental Program (WIP).
Planned, researched, and implemented the technical aspects of energy management and conservation
under the New York State funded Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) along with consulting on
LEED requirements and cool roof construction. Evaluated High Performance Housing (HPH)
specifications under the Department for Housing and Preservation Development (HPD/NYCHA) housing
stock in the TIL, NEP and NRP Programs. Provided the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
with green designs.
Program Director [2010 – 2011]
Contract-F&F Construction Solutions Inc. • Flushing, NY
Function as 100% CM at risk, managed all facets of the program from inception to completion, comprise
of 16 projects, natural gas main hot tap, installation/relocation, new water main/lines, boiler upgrades and
foundations, Upgrade of Gas Energy Management System (SCADA) operations/ control room, power
generation, SOP/switching, control, or gas distribution, load or flow analysis, contingency analysis, gas
metering, LNG, pressure control, interstate pipelines, instrument and gas conditioning equipment as-
certaining all project risks and ensuring cost/benefit analyses is utilized to ensure cost-effective
construction. Initiates and directs the planning and development of the project scope, budget and overall
project schedule to assure work is being performed in accordance with the specifications, drawings and
terms of the contract. Participate in procurement, contract negotiations, bid reviews, schedules, budgets,
purchase orders, change orders for contractor/sub-contracts. While maintaining positive project forecasts;
schedules, cost estimates, quality assurance labor relations and client coordination.
Key highlights of tenure included managing all independent Engineering consultants contractors and other
entities to ensure quality assurance standards are maintained. Reporting plan value analysis to reflect
budgeted cost benefit analysis; and prepared high-level plans and policies for guidance to ensure
operational plans are aligned with business objectives and project developments/ life cycle, contractual
and financial performance. Coordinate project teams and partner resources for program execution.
Review industry best practices and possible lessons learned; introducing cost-saving concepts to foster
excellence in design with minimal costs considering Earned Value Management; accurately forecasting
project performance; determining time frames, funding limitations and staffing requirements by
interpreting data from several sources for inform decisions; and developing long-term building utilization
plans for site selection and construction.
Project Officer ll [2006 – 2010]
Contract-School Construction Authority
Managed agency relationship with school principals and project stake holders on project and program
level overseeing construction operations, report preparation in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all
federal, state, and local rules and regulations
Oversaw new school construction of 85 million and several capital construction project ranged from 2
million dollars to 35 million dollars which encompasses the day to day management of contractors,
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memorandums/ field directives, submittal, RFI, control inspection, environmental health and safety
compliance, constructability reviews, implementing stringent cost containment measures regarding
workforce scheduling, change order processes and union/nonunion labor relations. Provided coordinative
problem solving, managerial functions for design/construction, phasing, scheduling and budgets, ensuring
quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all
contractors, subcontractors, consultants and vendor imbued by conflict management and issue resolution.
Executed anticipated corrective mistakes and errors in design with architect/engineer of record,
preventing change orders. Interpreted contract documents, site safety plans, shop drawings, as-build
drawings, submittals/approvals, ensuring a structurally sound, and code compliant and aesthetic facility.
Review contract claims, use independent judgment deciding on liquidated damages, contractual
enforcement mechanisms, including default. Assist in overall program administration including overseeing
superintendents, communicating with client, requests funding, selecting contractors, and Ensure
contractor compliance with plans, specifications, agency requirements, project schedules and budgets.
Managed projects involved in Joint Venture Funding for New York schools noise abatement and general
construction of various projects funded by the School Construction Authority and the Port Authority of
New York and New Jersey.
Project Officer [2004- 2006]
School Construction Authority
Contract- STV/HJ Russell- Joint Venture Mentor Program, NY
Train contractors in construction contracting and project management, contributing to the success of the
School Construction Authorities' missions of improve mentoring processes, general business acumen,
organizational and personnel skills development, marketing and business development, contract/program
compliance project/ risk management, project economics, including planning and budgeting and manage
contractual deliverables.
Ensure that the program and its operation is communicated by the Department in a consistent unified way
to the SCA project officers, senior management, contractors, mentor contractors/subs, vendors and all
stakeholders participating in the program are in compliance. Conducted outreach events for advertising,
meeting, recruitment for business goals. Conduct site visits, employee interviews, confidentially analyze
monthly participation reports of contractor participation goals and review weekly Certified Payroll Reports
for Davis Bacon compliance.
AdditionalWork Experience
• Adjunct-Professor-Construction-Management/Civil-
Engineering- Department– CUNY, College of Technology NY
[2012 -present]
• Construction Manager – Rebuilding Together NYC, Hurricane
Sandy [2012]
• Project Manager – Parsons Brinckerhoff; CM–Department
[2005-2006]
• Project Manager – Lend Lease; CM–Department – NY [2003-
2005]
• Construction Project Manager: Tenn Electronics: Pro-
Audio/lighting- (CCTV) fixed, thermal, pan tilt, zoom (PTZ)

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Wireless Systems (Wi-Fi); Distributed Antenna System (Tetra),
fiber optics, fence security - (PIDs)
• Construction Project Manager - American Airlines-Airport
construction [1992-2000]
• Project Section Leader – Jamaica Defense Force Engineering
Battalion – Jamaica[1986-1991] -Heavy Construction
Notable projects include:$58M - Eagle Academy High School (Ground up New-
Construction) $3.8M Con Edison (SCADA system upgrade) 3.2M- Con Edison (utility
relocation of Water/Gas lines) 3.2M- Con Edison (Cable Yard Fence, Security
Cameras/Lighting) 10M-Con Edison (EPDM Roofing System/Drainage Upgrade) $6M -
Public School 126 (rehabilitation/upgrade) $12.6M Icahn Charter School
(rehabilitation/upgrade) $8.3M - Public School 146 (Rehabilitation/upgrade) $26.3M -
Morris High School (Rehabilitation/upgrade$2.5M Public School 28
(rehabilitation/upgrade)SCA's100 million dollar Mentor Program (Various)  $4.7M -
Public School 42 (rehabilitation/upgrade)  $6.3M Sewer/Storm Out Flow Drain System
with Oil Separator- Con Edison $1.3M Bronx Charter School (rehabilitation / upgrade) 
$2.9M Public School 220-(rehabilitation/upgrade)23.3M New York City Housing Authority
(Exterior Restoration/Roofing Replacement. $35.9M Cubit Plant-(CHP Plant)
Additional Training/Certification
• Con Edison – EHASP Training
• SC Scaffold Certificate Training
• Fire Prevention and Protection Training
• Print Reading Certificate/ Auto CAD Training
• New Horizons Microsoft Project 2007 certificate
• TSC Site Safety Manager Training
• Lead Awareness Certificate/asbestos Training
• Liberty Mutual Demolition Awareness in Construction Training
Excavation in Construction Training
• NYC Housing Preservation & Development Contractor Training
• Port Authority of NY/NJ Estimating Certificate
• Mechanics Institute – Construction Project Management Primavera
Unifier /PPM/Expedition, CM13, MC /P6 Training.
• Facility Management – RCM, CCM, FAM Training
Cover Letter
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing in reference to your posted position. My résumé outlining my skills, experience and
credentials is enclosed for your review and consideration. My past work experience of over 21 years in
the construction industry and extensive educational success has shaped me into a leader with skills in
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A few of my present and past accomplishments include:
 Education/ Leadership:
Professional Doctorate in Global Business Administration, specialty: Sustainable Construction and
Renewable Energy- A.B.D. Undergraduate Student Council President, Vaughn College of Engineering.
 Additional Core Competences:
Ability to effectively partner and deliver results in a combined matrix/project/program environment by
viewing potentials situations from multiple perspectives and finding diverse ideas and approaches for
solutions.
 Government Oversight-Airport:
The project was finance by 3 countries and the World Bank, totaling 2.5 billion dollars, site preparation,
soil stabilization and relocation of utilities, provide connection of the Terminal, enabled runway to handle
heavy, wide-body aircraft, paving, isolated slab repairs, pavement grooving, shoulder work, grade
transitions, pavement marking, under-drains and the placement of runway centerline, upgrade runway,
Taxiway/ hold pads, install 20-foot box culvert, under drain/lighting cans, new localizer, relocation of fuel
lines serving the fuel farm, Airside road repairs, airport building repairs, Airport drainage structures
including catch pits, suck wells, metal grid covered drains, Construction of cargo aircraft concrete parking
apron, Airport runway extension and repairs, Airport security fence, Timber boardwalk construction on
beach, piers, bulkheads, and H-piles installation.
 Military Combat Engineering Projects :
Civil Engineering section leader; trained army recruits, participated in military civil engineering exchange
exercises program in 14 countries . Provide emergency military relief to several Caribbean countries
during storms and hurricane devastation, recovery and rebuild. Construction of Coastal defense
structures like Rip - Rap Boulder slopes, gabion baskets, concrete sea walls, Marine site access roads,
heavy duty timber bridges, timber and steel sheet piling and revetment works, excavation for drainage
and irrigation canals, river and tidal water control structures like sluices and culver.
Utility relocation for water, electricity, gas, telephone, and ITS companies, Placement of foundation for
Chillers, transformers and generators, coordinated design of buildings, wharfs, bridges and timber piled
foundations. .Oversaw the operation, turbine electric generation plant, coordinate power outages,
preventative maintenance repair and space utilization of water/waste water treatment Plant, at Military
Training Depot. Ability to work in a team and manage diverse resources, both internal and external
 Disaster Recovery:
FEMA, HUD CDBG-DR, FTA, grant management. Performed complete construction project oversight
that included management of third-party contractors, safety management, environmental design
compliance and critical review of engineering designs, drawings and other related project.
 School Construction Authority:
Managed and coordinated 180 workers on site, of various constructions traded, including resident
engineers and construction managers to cohesively execute project objectives for a new school, ground
up construction: Eagle Academy for boys, project total 58 million dollars project, Stakeholders included:
N.YC. Mayor's Office; N.Y.S. Governor's Office and the 100 Blacks in Law Enforcement.
 Aviation: Airport Construction:
Managed landside and airside/construction of a new terminal, construction of roadway systems, bridges,
airside demolition, apron and airfield improvements, as well as terminal rehab and parking garages.
Coordinate Federal Aviation Regulations, Advisory Circulars, airfield paving design & construction,
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mitigation of landside and airside operational impacts. Acquired 4 years higher education training in
Reciprocating/ Turbine Plant, Avionics, Air Traffic Control and aerodynamic structures
I am certain that I will exceed your expectations and look forward to joining your organization. I am very
confident, my core competence of commitment to diversity, leadership, people management, innovative
problem-solving/analytical thinking, teamwork, customer service, collaboration congeniality with
diplomatic approach and last but not lease communication skills and experience in various areas of
construction, ability to manage large operations by integration of organizational skills will produce the best
results for your organization. I will be in contact with you shortly to further clarify my ability and
contributing to your company. If you have any questions or other items to discuss, please contact me at
the above e-mail address or phone number. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to
speaking with you soonest.
Sincerely,
Christopher R. Forbes
References
Vaughn College ofEngineering
Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Joyce Faison
86-01 23rd Avenue, Flushing,NY 11369
Relation:College Professor
E-mail:Faison1@aol.com
Tel: 212 923 2021
Art Schore,P.E.
Senior Project Manager
NortheastRestoration Corp.
Relation:Supervisor
1181 Randall Avenue, Bronx, NY-10474
Tel. (718)-378-0010.
Fax (718)-378-1032.
Cell (845)-825-6713.
Email:ASCHOR@NRCNY.COM
HAKS Inc.
James A Carter. PE
40 Wall Street, 11TH
Floor
New York, NY 10005
Relation:Supervisor
Tel: 212 747 2610/347 2602610
E-mail:Jcarter@haks.net
S.K.E.T.C.H. Construction,Inc.
Miguel Cuvaz President
700 Homewood Avenue Yonkers,
NY 10701
Relation:Supervisor
Tel: 914 602 7493
E-mail:19146027493@tmomail.net

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