WILLIAM A. SMITH JR.

Bridgewater, NH 03222
908-309-3905 ~ willies892@aol.com


QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Highly accomplished Heavy Equipment Manager with extensive experience in operations management, heavy
equipment operation, safety management, OSHA compliance, and asset management. Decisive leader with
proven success in enhancing employee safety while operating heavy equipment. Specialized expertise in
construction equipment economics. Excellent conserving costs and conserving capital within the equipment
division. Certified Equipment Manager. Adept in performing within dynamically changing environments
requiring focused decision-making. Instrumental in streamlining processes, implementing cost control
measures, increasing profitability, and enhancing operational efficiency.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Construction Equipment Management
OSHA Compliance
Construction Equipment Economics
Innovative Leadership
Cost Containment
Asset Management
Safety Management
Operations Management
Process Improvement
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
SCHNITZER STEEL INDUSTRIES, Portland, OR (2009 2013)
Northeast Regional Asset Manager
Maintained responsibility for all aspects of asset management for the second largest recycler of steel in the
world with $5.3 billion in annual revenue. Served as the primary liaison between the Northeast Region GMs
and the Regional Director pertaining to equipment issues. Purchased all new equipment and sold all used
equipment on an international and domestic basis. Reviewed and approved all capital expense repairs.
Oversaw the machine rebuild program in the Northeast. Managed the annual capital expense and
repair/maintenance budgets for the Northeast Region. Served as the Project Manager for all capital repair
expenses from start to finish.
Instituted a Second Life Machine Rebuild Program that saved up to 70% of new machine cost.
Established an extended oil drain program that saved 33% on engine oil changes.
Pioneered the launch of a program that achieved a fuel savings of 12.7% while decreasing the CO2
footprint 12.7%.
Charged with accountability for over 1,000 pieces of heavy equipment across 13 locations in 4 states.
Spearheaded efforts to negotiate all company capital expense machine rebuilds with appropriate
vendors.

WALSH CONSTRUCTION, Chicago, IL (2006 2008)
Illinois/Pennsylvania Heavy Highway Equipment Manager
Directed heavy highway equipment management responsibilities within a $3.1 billion per year heavy
highway/bridge/building contractor. Liaised between the Equipment Division and the Operations Division.
Approved all equipment rental invoices from the Asset Management Group. Led efforts to approve all repair
invoices from external vendors and Equipment Division. Purchased all equipment for the Illinois Heavy
Highway Group. Communicated with the IL/PA Heavy Highway Group and the Equipment Operations
Group (EOG). Partnered with job site management getting the proper equipment for the job site application.

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Maintained responsibility for all the equipment at 10 regional job sites in the state of Illinois.
Managed a fleet of $150 million worth of equipment in Illinois and Pennsylvania.
Played a key role in saving the IL/PA Heavy Highway Group over $100K in 2007.
Supervised and trained 10 employees in performing at optimal levels.
Achieved an excellent working relationship between the IL/PA Heavy Highway Group and the EOG.

EAST COAST TRACTOR AND SUPPLY, LLC, Hamilton, NJ (2003 2006)
Owner
Directed all operational and personnel matters within a used equipment dealership. Bought and sold late
model used equipment for the NJ/NY/PA market area. Inspected customers equipment for trades,
appraisals, and repair estimate. Negotiated repair costs.
Pioneered the launch of a construction equipment supply business that achieved consistent growth.

Perini Corporation, Framingham, MA (2001 2003)
NY/NJ Civil Division Equipment Manager
Oversaw equipment management and fleet management initiatives for $500 million per year heavy civil
construction company. Managed a 400 piece equipment fleet operating in the New York/New Jersey area.
Negotiated all heavy equipment rental/purchase options, leases, and rentals. Supervised all union mechanic
daily activities. Successfully scheduled all maintenance and repairs with master mechanics. Approved all
invoices charged to the equipment division.
Implemented total cost control of the equipment division, which enhanced profitability.
Directed a comprehensive management information system for the equipment division.

Early Career:
JAMES H. TENNY & SON, New Windsor, New York Operations Manager (Directed operational matters
within a $130 million heavy/highway contractor/aggregate producer)
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Associate of Science Denver Automotive and Diesel College
Credentials:
Six Sigma Black Belt Villanova University
Equipment Managers Certification George Washington University
Equipment Managers Council of America Founder & Trustee
Professional Development:
USDOT Truck Audit
Caterpillar Financial
Substance & Alcohol Awareness
John Dolce Management Seminar
EPA/DEP Awareness Seminar
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Word, Excel, Oracle, Mac OS, HCSS Equipment Maintenance