Db Combs

Background

About Db Combs

More than 20 years of experience in electrical design and construction of K-12 and Higher Education buildings. Led electrical contractor team in securing education projects through public and private bidding process with general contractors and subcontractors. Managed project phases from design to completion. Orchestrated electrical construction specifications, construction scheduling, budgeting, and contractor management. Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, ICC, and NEC codes, Design Bid Build (DBB), and Construction Management at Risk (CMAR+) contracting, construction, and start-up work processes. Experienced executive and chief estimator for private and public projects for education construction projects. Supervised skilled trade staff, office staff, CAD designers, and engineers. Interacted with school staffs, school central office staffs, engineers, architects, and vendors. Maintained excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills. Coordinated and interpreted AIA documents, drawings, specifications, building code requirements, project schedules. As well as observe, check, and measure field operations for compliance with requirements. Reviewed and evaluated Request for Information (RFI), Change Request (CR), and Architect Supplemental Instructions (ASI). Created internal change requests for specification revision in Owner’s project management software (e-Builder). Organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated to providing the highest of quality service while adhering to budget requirements. Committed to develop, foster, and maintain strong relationships with staff, clients, and consultants.