Michael Dorunda

Construction Manager / Project Manager with over 30 years of experience in delivering high-impact Metro Fiber, FTTH, and Data Center projects. Expertise in managing large teams, enhancing safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, resulting in a significant reduction in job site hazards. Proven track record in optimizing project budgets and timelines while maintaining quality control. Specializes in overseeing OSP/ISP infrastructure, conduit installation, and ROW permitting.

Project Manager / NASA Manager - Auditco America - Remote

Manage AWS Metro Fiber and Data Center construction across 12 states. Lead a team of 35 employees and multiple subcontractors. Develop training programs for employees and contractors, ensuring quality control and safety throughout the OSP/ISP construction process. Produce daily and weekly reports while overseeing compliance with AWS standards and documentation requirements.

• Directed construction projects, maintaining adherence to AWS engineering specifications.
• Enhanced workforce capabilities through effective training and onboarding.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality control measures.
• Coordinated site surveys and ROW permitting processes.

Construction Manager - Decisive / MasTec - Old Forge, PA

Oversaw multiple FTTH construction projects, coordinating with vendors, architects, and engineers to meet deadlines. Enforced OSHA safety standards, significantly reducing hazards across job sites. Managed scheduling, budgeting, equipment, and field operations to ensure compliance with building codes and project specifications. Directed aerial and underground projects, including cable placement and conduit installation.

• Reduced job site hazards by enforcing stringent OSHA safety standards.
• Negotiated contracts effectively with contractors and subcontractors.
• Ensured compliance with permitting requirements and utility coordination in the Right-of-Way (ROW).
• Supervised field operations to maintain project integrity and timelines.

Supervisor - Henkels & McCoy - York, PA

Oversaw telecom construction crews, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Trained new staff and organised daily and weekly schedules. Enhanced operational efficiency through process optimization. Conducted site inspections and hazard assessments. Managed aerial and underground construction projects, including cable placement and conduit installation. Coordinated Right-of-Way (ROW) work, encompassing permitting and compliance with municipal and utility requirements.

• Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
• Trained and onboarded new employees effectively.
• Conducted thorough site inspections to identify potential hazards.
• Streamlined operational processes to maximise efficiency.

Construction Supervisor - Celerity - Quakertown, PA

Supervised OSP/ISP construction, inspections, and subcontractor performance. Reviewed blueprints for specification compliance and ordered materials while adhering to budget constraints. Trained new hires on equipment operation and safety protocols. Directed aerial and underground construction projects, including cable placement, strand lashing, and conduit installation.

• Ensured compliance with permitting requirements and traffic control plans in Right-of-Way (ROW) work.
• Coordinated with utilities to maintain project timelines and safety standards.
• Evaluated subcontractor performance to optimise project efficiency.

Project Manager - FiberT - Plymouth, PA

Oversaw fiber construction projects under tight deadlines. Coordinated cross-functional teams, ensuring comprehensive project documentation. Managed budgets and tracked expenditures effectively. Resolved conflicts and allocated resources to enhance project efficiency.

• Delivered projects on time while meeting quality standards.
• Streamlined documentation processes, improving team communication.
• Optimised budget management, reducing costs by 15%.
• Enhanced conflict resolution strategies, increasing team collaboration.

Foreman / Supervisor - IBEW Local 81 - Scranton, PA

Oversaw telecom, electrical, and fiber construction crews, ensuring project completion on schedule. Enforced compliance with safety regulations and meticulously reviewed plans and blueprints for accuracy. Maintained detailed job-site records, guaranteeing that all work met industry standards.

• Directed daily crew activities to optimise productivity.
• Conducted regular safety inspections to uphold safety protocols.
• Collaborated with engineers to address project challenges efficiently.

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