Robert Hernandez

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Facilities Engineering and Acquisition Division (FEAD) Director, led a workforce of 32 United States Navy (USN) and United States Marine Corps (USMC) Civilians and two Military Officers providing installation-level engineering services, contracting for facilities maintenance, acquisition functions and construction products and services.

• Expertly led the execution of over 600 acquisition contract actions totaling over $120M, construction management activities valued over $180M, six Base Operations Support Contracts valued over $22.5M, and Project Development packages totaling over $28M, greatly enhancing USMC service level training and warfighter resiliency on the geographically largest USMC base in the world.
• Championed the execution of six existing base service contracts into one $88.5M Base Operations Support (BOS) contract providing over 27 critical services across the base. This new BOS contract provides the essential resources to base operations, warfighter capability, quality of life, and infrastructure support.
• Sustained leadership through two supervisory changes, one supervisory eight-month vacancy, and a 50% vacancy rate for contracting and project management. Leadership, dedication and resiliency were instrumental to the division’s ability to continue to perform-to-plan, maintain mission readiness, and enable USMC warfighters.
• Led a transformational organization change incorporating 7 USMC civilians to become FEAD’s Project Development Engineering Technician (PDET) section focusing on pre-construction project development. This change enabled the FEAD to have full spectrum cradle to grave project management ranging from initial requirement development to final acceptance and beneficial occupancy.
• Delivered beneficial occupancy of over 40 projects valued over $120M tracking over 360,000 contractor man-hours with zero mishaps. Safety leadership, and exemplary performance has been an asset to NAVFAC Southwest Contractor Safety Program leading to receiving an Individual Military Safety through Awards and Recognition (STAR) award and FEAD Office STAR Safety Award.
• Highly engaged with Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center’s (MCAGCC) Public Works Department (PWD). Spearheaded improvements to PWD’s Work Induction Board (WIB), Maintenance Execution Plan (MEP), and Maintenance Action Plan (MAP) streamlining project programming, planning, and execution.

4.0 Grade Point Average

Responsible for planning, programming, designing, and execution of $14M troop training construction projects preparing 404 Airmen for future contingency operations providing base heavy construction and construction support to recover critical facilities and airfields. Led 16 Design Engineering personnel and managed an annual operating budget of $237k.

• Expertly led the efforts of implementing Framecad Engineering design software improving engineering design time by up to 80 percent and lowering construction costs by up to 20 percent.
• RED HORSE Project Engineer Project Management Course instructor training Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Reserve Units standardizing RED HORSE Enterprise construction processes increasing worldwide interoperability and mission readiness.
• Revolutionized RED HORSE traditional construction methods by utilizing innovative construction technologies delivering the first Insulated Concrete Form and Framecad designed facility. This effort resulted in new mission capability significantly decreasing project costs, project durations, and building energy costs by up to 40 percent.
• Led a 10-man Hurricane Michael Contingency Engineering team recovering F-22 Raptors valued at $1B and F-22 secret repair parts worth $49M directly impacting the operational return of the premier stealth fighter and air superiority.
• Aligned Air Force and Navy planning and programming offices to construct a joint use mock runway at Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) addressing RED HORSE, SEABEE, and EOD training capability gaps and saving USAF and USN Training OPTAR funds through a joint use single site for training.

Coordinates the construction execution of $365M in Military Construction (MILCON) and Repair Projects for Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) priority/high visibility projects in support of 98 operational commands onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain and other coalition forces in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Area of Operations (AOR).

• PWD Bahrain’s distinguished subject matter expert for construction management with technical acumen and initiative. Persistence, savvy communication skills, and demonstrated construction expertise for 14 MILCON projects valued at $371M ensured U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) execution met Navy timelines and operational mission requirements.
• Resolved a multi-year impasse for MILCON P-928 Fuel Farm by artfully engaging Bahrain National Oil and Gas Authority and Bahrain Petroleum Company. Mitigated the operational hazard of having small security boats transition across shipping lanes to refuel, addressing NSA Bahrain’s #1 risk from a CNO directed operational pause.
• Expertly negotiated time extensions, provided supporting documentation, and guided funding documents necessary to secure the execution of three expiring USACE MILCON options essential for the final facilities to support their designed Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) missions.
• Skillfully maneuvered project pitfalls and spearheaded construction closeout for a $44M Bachelors Quarters and Dining Facility. Meticulously coordinated efforts and expertise aligned with installation initiative to decrease capacity utilization, improve Sailors’ Quality of Life, and reduce housing costs by $12M/year.
• Piloted early delivery and drove tenant relocation efforts for the Base Commanding Officer’s #1 MILCON priority, a $45M Consolidated Operations and Support Facility, which significantly improved Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain’s ability to support global mission requirements.
• Expertly identified and pursued de-scope efforts for $1M worth of non-mission essential Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements during design phase of the Mina Salman Repair Project and directly influenced an alternative method for procurement, saving taxpayers over $550k.

Responsible for coordinating Public Works Department products and services at Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD) and Navy Joint Strike Fighter Squadron Grim Reapers (VFA-101) at Eglin Air Force Base (AFB) with a plant replacement value (PRV) of $106M. Managed their annual Operation and Maintenance (O&M) budget worth $6M and MILCON and O&M construction projects worth $45M. Developed and managed NAVSCOLEOD and VFA-101 $72M Maintenance Action Plan (MAP) and Maintenance Execution Plan (MEP).

• Deftly crafted and executed an aggressive Fiscal Year (FY) 17 construction project plan through the prioritization of high-priority customer requirements and front-loading execution of 85% of annual O&M funds by the third quarter. This postured my team and supported commanders for success by placing an additional four projects valued at $1.3M in ready to award status.
• Navigated interservice approvals to enable VFA-101 access to critical facilities onboard Eglin, AFB clearing the way for Joint Strike Fighter Laser Guided Munitions training, enhancing squadron readiness and pilot proficiency.
• Orchestrated programming, planning, and execution documents to include DD-1391, site approval, environmental NEPA, A/E design contract, unexploded ordnance (UXO) removal contract, and construction contract for a $19.4M MILCON to construct a Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training facility for NAVSCOLEOD.
• on end of year Future Planning (FP) funding supplement through the close coordination and alignment of USACE and USAF planning offices to award five A/E task orders valued at $839k, a 1400% increase over base controls. This foresight created a path for NAVSCOLEOD to execute major elements of their Master Plan and enhance training for 1,100 EOD technicians.
• Fiscal steward of the tax payer dollars through the identification of $8.6M in MILCON savings by extracting unnecessary UXO removal costs. Championing smart cost cutting measures ensured execution in a declining fiscal environment. Additionally, negotiated $262k in costs savings across five O&M construction contracts and an $82k billing error in utilities reimbursement, diverting savings to higher operational warfighter priorities.
• Oversaw the completion of a $18.2M Applied Instruction Facility MILCON and fast-tracked IT and customer-driven requirements to ensure facilities were on-line in time for student surge periods. Additionally, coordinated with USAF and USN Asset Management Divisions and Real Property Officers to transfer $21M of underutilized Navy property to the USAF, preserving O&M for more critical assets.

Designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) managing both Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction contracts varying in complexity and price. Participated in pre-award functions such as Request for Proposal (RFP) development, DBB plans and specifications development utilizing the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), constructability reviews, pre-bid site visits, and technical advisor for pre-award Request for Information (RFIs). Day-to-day project led for all post-award contract administration. Responsible for managing Post Award functions such as Post Award Kickoff (PAK) and Partnering meetings, Preconstruction meetings (PRECON), Design meetings, process design changes and variations, review and acceptance of Accident Prevention Plans (APP), review Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) forms comply with USACE EM-385 and OSHA requirements, review and accept of Quality Control (QC) plans, review and acceptance of construction schedules, review and acceptance of submittal registrars, routing technical submittals, processing RFIs, coordinate outage requests, process hot work permits, coordinate base access requests, process invoices, conduct Quality Assurance (QA) site visits, process contract modifications, develop scopes of work (SOW), prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), coordinate major building systems commissioning and acceptance testing, conduct pre-final and final acceptance inspections, and administer project contract closeout.

• Air operations design and construction technical subject matter expert executing a $1.8M aircraft hangar alteration project supporting F/A-18 squadron re-alignment from the east coast to Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore, directly enhancing Fleet surge capabilities and overall mission readiness for Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Pacific.
• Brilliantly executed the design and construction of a multi-phased Search and Rescue (SAR) Squadron Hangar 4 Renovation Project. Superb management skills and tireless commitment led to the successful completion of a highly complex and high-profile project. Significantly contributing to the SAR unit’s “Safe for Flight” certification, ability to respond to navy emergencies, and support local communities in the California Central Valley.
• Spearheaded the design and construction of a $2.8M Potable Water Well project, whose timely completion eliminated a major Antiterrorism Force Protection (ATFP) vulnerability by establishing a secondary water source for NAS Lemoore.
• Drove team dynamics in the design and construction execution of a $2.8M water plant distribution repair project that replaced degraded water plant infrastructure, dramatically improving NAS Lemoore’s water system reliability for base operations and residents.
• Headed the design effort of a $5.6M Dental Clinic Renovation Project contributing significantly to the dental clinic’s mission of maintaining the highest level of operational mission readiness for supported commands throughout the installation.
• Managed the design and construction for a $15.2M project renovating three Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) and one Bachelor Officer Quarters (BOQ). Intimately familiar with contractual requirements and proactively engaged in review of all design submissions to ensure overall compliance. Played an integral role in coordinating multiple design disciplines on a very complex and dynamic project.
• Spearheaded the completion of $690k worth of major roof repair work for Naval Hospital Lemoore, allowing staff to maintain current operations while supporting sailors, retirees, and their families.

Material Liaison Officer, Ordnance Officer, Headquarters Second Platoon Commander, and Contracting Officer Representative in a Contingency Environment. Deployed to Camp Mitchell, Rota, Spain from SEP 2009 to JAN 2010 and Camp Leatherneck, Helmand Province, Afghanistan OCT 2010 to JUN 2011