1. JOHN R. GUSTAFSON, P.E. Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/johngustafsonpe
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CIVIL ENGINEERING EXECUTIVE
Highly motivated and adaptable senior level Civil Engineering executive with over 15 years of achievement in
the land development industry. Experienced in residential, commercial, industrial and public works projects.
Business Development
Skilled at developing a strong and diverse client base by increasing a company’s visibility and reputation utilizing
traditional networking practices as well as new social media strategies. Successful track record of negotiating
contracts with favorable terms and maintaining good cash flow by establishing a high level of trust with clients.
Dedicated to the highest standards of Customer Service.
Project Management
Highly organized which allows for management of several clients and contracts simultaneously without compromising
quality. Exceptional at representing clients in entitlement actions and effectively addressing concerns to gain consent.
Outstanding technical abilities and knowledge of the approval process. An ability to know the right people leading to
timely approval of projects. Able to work effectively with multiple disciplines and contractors to make a client’s vision
a reality.
Team Management
Exceptional at recruiting, developing and managing high-performance teams that function in a healthy, collaborative
manner and produce exceptional results. Utilize hands on leader approach and focus on removing obstacles,
providing clear directions and goals and understand the proper technology that employees need to operate at a high
level of effectiveness. Motivate personnel, encourage creative thinking, and revitalize morale. A team builder and a
leader.
Analytical Problem Solver
Outstanding at analyzing the workplace and develop custom programs, strategies and initiatives to address specific
challenges. Thrive in challenging situations where creativity is required to overcome obstacles. Possess the ability to
think outside normal engineering practices and by applying common sense, provide clients with value engineering.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NEW DAY INVESTMENTS, INC., Detroit, MI 2007 to 2009
A real estate investment corporation whose mission statement was “to work with nonprofit organizations in Detroit, MI to provide
clean, safe and affordable housing to low income families.”
President
Worked with Habitat for Humanity to build new homes and Blight Busters to restore dilapidated properties.
BAUGHMAN & TURNER, INC., Las Vegas, NV 2003 to 2007
A family owned and operated firm, Baughman and Turner has provided civil engineering and survey services to the Las Vegas
valley since 1969.
Vice President
Challenge: Joined a small firm that had failed to understand and adapt to the changes occurring in the
industry. Growth was limited due to inefficiencies and technological deficiencies. Contracts were
insufficient to handle labor costs due to increased permitting requirements, computers were not
networked together and most calculations were still being performed by hand. Tasked with upgrading the
capabilities and growing the business.
Business Development: Utilizing existing contacts and by creating new ones, doubled the client base within 2
years with a diversified portfolio. Assisted in the update of the Statement of Qualifications with Clark County and
City of Las Vegas. Initiated the installation of a computer network to centralize location of all files. Analyzed
current engineering software and led the purchase of the appropriate software and computers to improve efficiency.
Initiated a new format for improvement plans to make production easier and approval quicker.
Project Management: Notable clients include the City of Las Vegas, Jackson-Shaw, MBA Associates. Panatonni
Construction, Desert Cove Homes
Leadership/Team Building: Analyzed the effectiveness of the current staff and working conditions and made the
necessary adjustments to ensure profitability. Developed, trained and led three design teams. As the sole licensed
engineer, reviewed and signed off on all technical studies and improvement plans. Fostered a favorable working

2. environment that led to low turnover.

3. THE KEITH COMPANIES, Las Vegas, NV 1998 to 2002
A publicly traded corporation based in Irvine, CA, The Keith Companies established an office in Las Vegas in 1989 to provide civil
engineering and survey services. The company was acquired by Stantec Engineering in September of 2005.
Project Manager
Challenge: Inherited design team with only one client nearing end of project and team members with poor
work habits resulting in low performance and quality. Tasked with developing a diverse client base and
improving team efficiency and quality of product.
Business Development: Diversified the client portfolio to include residential, commercial and industrial developers.
Initiated a new format for contracts that gave a clear indication of services provided and increased profitability.
Maintained timely payment of receivables from clients by involvement in the billing process.
Project Management: Notable clients include Lake Las Vegas, Lewis Homes, United Construction, Safari
Properties, Newmark-Merrill, PHD Properties.
Leadership/Team Building: Analyzed existing personnel and made the hard decisions necessary to improve team
unity and increase efficiency. Hired and trained new personnel and established a standard of excellence required
for all team members. Held weekly team meetings to discuss project issues, schedules and budgets. Solicited
input from team members on improving working conditions and efficiency.
DESIGN ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, Las Vegas, NV 1992 to 1998
DEA is a family run, multi disciplined engineering firm that provides ‘one stop’ engineering service to developers in Las Vegas.
Project Engineer
Challenge: A multi disciplined firm that was just beginning to develop a civil engineering and surveying
department.
Technical Expertise: Proficient in the preparation of hydrology and traffic studies and creating improvement plans
including grading plans, water/sewer plans, street plan and profiles, traffic control and streetlight/signal plans,
horizontal control plans.
Initiative: Developed drafting standards and trained designers and interns in the creation of improvement plans
CONTEMPORARY CONSTRUCTORS INC., San Antonio, TX 1991 to 1992
A diverse construction company specializing in radar and telecommunication construction
Quality Control Engineer/Lead Surveyor
Responsible for quality control and surveying for a contract to upgrade of Observatoria de Arecibo at Arecibo,
Puerto Rico. Held weekly safety meetings as required by OSHA.
EDUCATION
California State University, Sacramento, CA – Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering (1986-1991)
Naval Nuclear Power School, Orlando, FL – Machinist Mate, Nuclear (1978)
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer, Civil – State of Nevada (1999-Present) #13140
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Drafting - AutoCAD Civil Design
Hydrologic Modeling - HEC1, HEC2, HEC-Ras, StormCAD, Flow Master, Culvert Master
Hydraulic Modeling - WaterCAD, SewerCAD, KYPipe
Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
Other – Quickbooks Pro