Augustus Rye
Erin
Summary
Results-driven professional with strong leadership and quality control skills in engineering and construction management. Experienced in deadline management and resource planning, enhancing workflow efficiency and contributing to project success. Proven and willing to travel and be flexible with scheduling needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician
Rye Engineering, PLC
Erin, TN
05.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained engineering equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Conducted quality control inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot technical issues, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Documented processes and results for project reports, improving accuracy in data management.
- Assisted with installation, calibration and testing of engineering systems.
- Consistently delivered detailed and accurate reports to project managers to ensure positive outcomes
Manager
Rye Cattle
Erin, TN
05.2021 - Current
- Oversaw breeding programs to optimize cattle genetics and improve livestock productivity.
- Oversaw the evaluation process for culling decisions, optimizing cattle sales and purchasing operations.
- Administered financial planning for veterinary services and feed costs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Established daily, weekly, and monthly practices to enhance livestock health and productivity.
- Managed livestock preparation and presentation to enhance show quality and appeal.
Construction Management Intern
Tennessee Valley Authority, Civil Construction
Lenoir City, TN
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted project managers in coordinating construction schedules and resource allocation.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor compliance with safety standards and quality control measures.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure timely execution of project milestones and deliverables.
- Prepared reports on project progress, identifying potential issues for prompt resolution.
- Traveled to different TVA sites across the valley, taking on a wide base of different projects, including dam rehab, emergency fire systems, fossil plant closure, and new earthwork.
- Shadowed project engineers, project managers, administrative assistants, senior managers, quality control specialists, and safety managers.
- Used Microsoft Excel to prepare budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
- Wrote an article that was submitted as part of a project for the 2024 CURT conference about the TVA STARS program, was highly commended
Construction Management Intern
Tennessee Valley Authority, Civil Construction
Cumberland City, TN
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Supported the implementation of construction management software to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and share insights on process improvements.
- Documented project changes and maintained up-to-date records for stakeholder review.
- Engaged with subcontractors to facilitate communication and streamline operations on-site.
- Worked with Barnard contractors to develop skills in project engineering, budget controls, and site management on Cumberland Gas Plant earthwork project
- Worked with ash removal operators and teamsters to learn environmental and treatment processes for fossil plants
Education
No Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Tennessee
Martin, TNNo Degree - Civil Engineering
Nashville State Community College
Clarksville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Houston County High School
Erin, TN05-2024
Skills
- Strong leader
- Quality control
- Mechanical aptitude
- Deadline management
- Document control
- Cost control
- Resource planning
- Project forecasting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Work breakdown structure
Accomplishments
- Tennessee Cattlemen's Association Jr. Ambassador 2023-24
- Multi-Time Grand Champion, Skillathon, Showmanship winner at West TN Beef Expo, County Fair, and Clarksville Area Beef shows
- Various other 4-H, FFA competitions from 4th Grade- Senior year of High School
- 4 year member Houston County High School Golf Team
- Two-Time TVA STARS Intern
- Competed in cattle shows at a national level, daily work ethic
- 3.6 HS GPA, #15 in class
- OSHA Industrial certified
- TVA Safety Training (Terry Campbell)
Affiliations
- Rye Engineering, PLC
- TVA STARS
- Alpha Gamma Rho
- Lucid Trading Firm
- Rye Cattle
- HCHS Golf, FFA, 4-H
- Tennessee Cattlemen's Association
- American Simmental Association
- American Angus Association
Certification
- TVA Dam Safety Training
- OSHA 10 General Industry
- OSHA 10 Construction
- Dive/Scuba Certified (Ski-Scuba Center, Knoxville, TN)(TVA STARS)
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Rye Engineering, PLC
05.2025 - Current
Construction Management Intern
Tennessee Valley Authority, Civil Construction
06.2024 - 08.2024
Construction Management Intern
Tennessee Valley Authority, Civil Construction
06.2023 - 07.2023
Manager
Rye Cattle
05.2021 - Current
No Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Tennessee
No Degree - Civil Engineering
Nashville State Community College
High School Diploma -
Houston County High School