Operations Manager – Valor Steel

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3809187

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 3809187

FABRICATION & SHIPYARD OPERATIONS LEADER | STEEL FABRICATION, PRODUCTION & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Core Expertise

  • Plant and shipyard operations management for large-scale steel fabrication and module assembly.
  • Managing union and non-union multi-shift workforces up to 150 employees across production functions.
  • Production planning and scheduling aligned to critical-path project timelines and daily shop priorities.
  • Cost control, budgeting, and EVMS-based monitoring to protect project profitability and schedule.
  • Safety and quality leadership including OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 programs and regulatory compliance.

Project Background

  • Directed new construction and vessel fabrication projects coordinating customers, subcontractors, and contract compliance.
  • Translated project schedules into daily work packages and manpower plans to meet delivery milestones.
  • Managed structural, piping, welding, and machine shop workflows for module fabrication and outfitting.
  • Developed estimates, monitored project financials, and applied EVMS principles to control costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams—engineering, planning, and production—to resolve fabrication and constructability issues.

Key Skills

  • Production Planning | Scheduling | Critical Path Management
  • Steel Fabrication | Structural Welding | Pipefitting | Module Assembly
  • Project Controls | Budgeting | EVMS
  • Union & Non-union Workforce Management | Multi-shift Operations | Manpower Planning
  • Safety & Compliance | OSHA 10 | OSHA 30 | Environmental
  • Quality Management | Process Improvement | Continuous Improvement

Education

  • Associate Studies — Louisiana Tech University

Awards & Recognition

  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • OSHA 10 Certification

Why Interview this Candidate?

Seasoned fabrication operations leader with 25+ years managing multi-shift steel production and shipyard projects. Demonstrated ability to turn project schedules into shop-level priorities, oversee large union and non-union teams, and maintain safety, quality, and contractual compliance. OSHA-certified and experienced with EVMS and project controls—prepared to improve operational performance and delivery reliability.

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