Ricky Carthen

Results driven construction professional with progressive experience in heavy civil operations, project logistics, survey coordination, drone mapping, erosion and sediment control, traffic control, fleet telematics, and safety management. Proven ability to support projects from preconstruction through closeout while coordinating field operations, subcontractors, equipment, and regulatory compliance efforts. Experienced in construction technology integration, machine control systems, and asset management while pursuing Civil Engineering.

CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS COORDINATOR - SULLIVAN EASTERN & RAZORBACK BORING

(2025-01)

Progressed from Logistics Intern into an expanded heavy civil operations role.

• Directed dump truck dispatching, lowboy mobilizations, equipment moves, and onsite deliveries.
• Managed driver assignments, load counts, hauling operations, and fleet utilization.
• Participated in walkthroughs with developers, owners, general contractors, and municipal officials.
• Assumed GPS Coordinator responsibilities and published machine control files to GPS-enabled equipment.
• Coordinated with survey firms and maintained survey deliverables.
• Operate as an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot generating orthomosaic imagery and topographic datasets.
• Serve as Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector and assist with traffic control planning.
• Advance safety initiatives through hazard recognition, inspections, and risk mitigation.
• Established a centralized fleet ecosystem integrating Blue Arrow, Geotab, JD Link, LIDAT, and Mack Connect.
• Manage fleet records, surveillance systems, vehicle registrations, and asset protection measures.
• Contribute to invoice reconciliation and rental-versus-purchase evaluations.
• Operate skid steers, excavators, and bulldozers.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN - SYNERGY BUILDING GROUP

(2020 - 2024)

Contributed to residential and commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.

• Collaborated with project managers and superintendents on scheduling, logistics, quality assurance, and field coordination.
• Interpreted construction drawings and specifications.
• Facilitated subcontractor coordination, material procurement, and project closeout activities.
• Operated equipment while upholding OSHA standards and best practices.
• Continued professional development through higher education while maintaining full-time employment.

LABORER / CREW MEMBER - LEGACY BUILDING COMPANY

(2017 - 2020)

• Participated in residential and commercial construction including excavation, site preparation, material handling, and project closeout.
• Prepared job sites through trenching, debris removal, and site stabilization.
• Performed final project corrections and quality assurance activities.
• Worked alongside skilled tradesmen in framing, site work, and general construction operations.
• Utilized Buildertrend construction management software to support communication, scheduling, and documentation.

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering - North Carolina State University

Coursework - Construction Management - East Carolina University (2023 - 2025)

High School Diploma - Person High School (2020)