Yoo H. Kim

Senior Project Engineer on a $60M DSA-regulated, full demolition-to-ground-up higher-education project at Long Beach City College (Building E – College Center). I work closely with the College, Bond Management, Architect, and DSA IOR to keep the project compliant, coordinated, and moving. I manage RFIs, submittals, deferred approvals, and documentation while supporting field coordination — and I also review subcontractor billings, verify percent-complete, and support the payment application process to ensure accurate and timely pay apps.

Title: Project Engineer - Residential Building Construction As a seasoned Project Engineer in the residential construction industry, I am successfully overseeing the development of mixed-unit residential buildings from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards and timely delivery. Key Responsibilities: .Managing all aspects of construction projects from the General Contractor's perspective, overseeing operations from ground-breaking to obtaining Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO). .Directed concrete work from P2 to L3 levels, ensuring structural integrity and adherence to project specifications. .Supervised framing activities from L4 to L7 levels, maintaining precision and efficiency in the construction process. .Coordinated closely with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) contractors to integrate systems seamlessly with wood framing. .Proficient in handling RFIs and submittals, ensuring clarity and compliance with project requirements. .Implemented value engineering initiatives to optimize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness without compromising quality. .Facilitated weekly coordination meetings to ensure effective communication among all project stakeholders and resolve any issues promptly. Managed procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management, to secure necessary materials and services within project budget and timeline constraints. Utilized estimating skills to accurately forecast project costs and timelines, facilitating informed decision-making throughout the construction process. Maintained open and transparent communication with project owners, providing regular updates on project progress, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction.

Drafted and maintained weekly progress reports to track project milestones and site activities. Coordinated and facilitated meetings between project teams, subcontractors, and site personnel to ensure smooth workflow and issue resolution. Oversaw QA/QC processes, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. Managed concrete pour day logistics, including crew coordination, material scheduling, and site preparation to ensure efficient operations.

Support project estimating by performing quantity takeoffs using On-Screen Takeoff and Bluebeam to determine job costs. Collaborate with project managers to gain experience in the buyout process, subcontractor communication, and negotiation

Joined the union as a carpenter, receiving hands-on training, paying dues, and working in various capacities, including concrete formwork, site maintenance, traffic control, and concrete truck tracking. While gaining valuable field experience, I also cried out to the Lord for better days to come.