Joe Bainbridge, P.E., PMP, MBA

◆ Secured two new mining and construction materials clients within the first six months, driving business growth and expanding market presence ◆ Led development of conceptual layouts and cost estimates for raw sugar bulk material handling system upgrades ◆ Designed a railcar dumper basement ventilation system to mitigate methane accumulation and enhance safety ◆ Engineered maintenance access and serviceability features for a cement silo facility ◆ Managed a multidisciplinary site planning team for the successful relocation of a ready-mix concrete (RMX) plant

◆ Technical & Regulatory Leadership – Led S-K 1300 TRS development and MRMR evaluations, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting. ◆ Infrastructure & Operations Optimization – Directed feasibility studies for coal export terminal conveyor improvements and provided operational support for belt conveyor alignment issues. ◆ Business Growth & Client Engagement – Developed proposals, identified new opportunities, and expanded client networks. ◆ Regulatory & Permitting Support – Assisted with state mine permitting extensions, contributing to mine planning and reclamation strategies.

◆ Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement – Provided vision and direction for technical services and continuous improvement initiatives across 70+ million tons and 90+ production facilities nationwide. ◆ Financial Oversight – Managed a $4M departmental budget and governed $120M in capital investments, enhancing capital management through stringent business criteria, prioritization frameworks, and annual reviews. ◆ Operations Performance Management – Led the implementation of a continuous improvement framework, management operating systems, modernized production reporting, streamlined KPIs, established Community of Practice groups, and introduced maturity assessments for performance gap evaluations. ◆ Reserves & Asset Management – Optimized reserves management by introducing exception reports, developing regional strategies, and instituting formal review cycles to drive operational efficiency. ◆ Major Capital Project Execution – Provided strategic oversight for key capital projects, including direct leadership of a $15M clamshell dredge initiative. ◆ Asset & Equipment Strategy – Developed and executed long-term strategic plans for critical operational assets, integrating fixed and mobile equipment management. ◆ Innovation & Sustainability – Championed initiatives for new products, sustainable practices, and emerging technologies to drive industry advancements. ◆ M&A & Executive Leadership – Led functional due diligence for mergers and acquisitions and contributed as a key member of the Executive Committee.

◆ Project Budget Management – Developed and managed budgets exceeding $10M, ensuring cost-effective execution and on-time delivery. ◆ Capital Portfolio Oversight – Led capital portfolio management for North and South America, overseeing investments exceeding $100M. ◆ Strategic Financial Planning – Conducted fiscal, 3-year, and 5-year planning to optimize resource allocation and drive informed investment decisions. ◆ Contract & Bid Management – Prepared comprehensive bid packages, clearly defining scope and provisions to streamline contract negotiations. ◆ Vendor & Supplier Coordination – Managed third-party vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution. ◆ Project Management Optimization – Developed internal tools for portfolio and sub-portfolio management, enhancing efficiency and transparency. ◆ Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Communication – Delivered high-level project and portfolio reports to stakeholders, working groups, and executive leadership.

◆ Mining Operations Management – Planned, designed, and oversaw mining operations across the US, Canada, and South America. ◆ Financial & Project Oversight – Successfully managed earthwork projects exceeding $1M, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule. ◆ Special Projects Leadership – Led initiatives related to landfill management, slope failure mitigation, and reclamation efforts. ◆ Equipment Optimization – Developed a lease vs. buy model for heavy mobile equipment, enhancing acquisition strategies. ◆ Community of Practice Leadership – Acted as a leader, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across teams.

◆ Mine Planning & Development – Managed mine planning and development activities, driving operational efficiency and optimization. ◆ Operational Leadership – Led production and outby crews, ensuring performance and strict adherence to safety protocols. ◆ Surveying & Ventilation Oversight – Managed surveying and ventilation crews to support efficient mine operations. ◆ Infrastructure & System Enhancements – Implemented ventilation changes and supervised new portal construction, seal installations, and dewatering projects. ◆ Regulatory Compliance – Ensured full compliance with state and federal regulations, maintaining operational integrity and safety standards.

Helped build seals, shoveled belt, worked on the units, build brattices, belt and power timing project, shadowed facebosses, assisted with belt splices, shadowed/worked with roof bolters, etc.

Longwall mine layout and timing, worked with Land Manager, developed mine maps, etc.

Helped with Ventilation survey, time studies, surveyed, set cut/fill points for refuse pile, set drainage points for subsidence reclamation, sampled water, co-led a decantation pond spillway replacment project, etc.

Operated a 100 ton haul truck and shoveled belt

Cleaned up mineral spills and assisted when and whereever needed