Jacob Lawrence
Aspiring Field Engineer — Heavy Civil & Water Infrastructure
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About
OSHA 30 and Procore certified construction professional with hands-on experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and site logistics on a $40M stadium project and structural steel job sites. Currently completing an A.S. in Engineering Science while building toward a Field Engineer role in heavy civil and water infrastructure construction, backed by project coordination, scheduling, budget tracking, and municipal permitting/compliance experience.
Experience
Assistant Facilities Coordinator at Mount Vernon Recreation Department (2022-01 – Present)
- Support operations and logistics for The Stadium at Memorial Field, a $40M stadium project, coordinating contractors, vendors, and site activity
- Coordinate large-scale events (1,000+ attendees), ensuring efficient execution, safety compliance, and facility readiness
- Manage scheduling and staffing for 20+ personnel based on event size and operational needs
- Coordinate maintenance workflows, materials, and vendor access across active facility operations
- Oversee AV/scoreboard systems, ensuring performance during high-traffic events
- Analyze and maintain a master event-revenue schedule covering 140+ priced events across 9+ categories, tracking over $679K in charges to support revenue forecasting and scheduling decisions
- Monitor payment collection against amounts charged, identifying a ~63% collection rate and flagging approximately $153K in outstanding balances to drive proactive follow-up and improve financial reporting accuracy
Construction Logistics Assistant at Genuine Construction (2021-01 – 2021-12)
- Coordinated procurement and delivery of materials for structural steel projects across multiple job sites
- Tracked purchase orders, inventory, and delivery timelines to support construction schedules
- Assisted with site layout planning, staging, and inspection readiness
- Supported field supervisors in maintaining workflow efficiency and project coordination
Planning & Zoning Administrative Aide at City of Mount Vernon (2017-01 – 2020-09)
- Assisted in zoning, permitting, and planning board processes for residential and commercial developments
- Coordinated documentation, compliance reviews, and public meeting logistics
- Supported housing inspections and development initiatives aligned with local and federal regulations
- Evaluated grant proposals and ensured compliance with HUD program requirements
Youth Sports Coach at Mount Vernon Recreation Department (2022-01 – Present)
- Lead programs for 100+ youth athletes while managing assistant coaches and scheduling logistics
- Developed leadership, communication, and team coordination skills applicable to project environments
Education
A.S. in Engineering Science – Westchester Community College (2027-05)