William (Brad) Long
Mount Juliet
Summary
Dynamic Geotechnical Engineering Practice Lead at HDR Engineering, Inc., recognized for mentoring junior engineers and enhancing client satisfaction through innovative project delivery. Proven expertise in organizational development and performance evaluations, driving high-quality outcomes in complex civil engineering projects. Committed to fostering collaboration and implementing industry best practices for continuous improvement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geotechnical Engineering Practice Lead
HDR Engineering, Inc.
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Led the geotechnical/civil engineering practice standards needed by 75+ employees across the U.S.A. to include identifying professional training, staffing, and metrics needed to deliver high quality projects to multiple clients
- Served as a Senior Civil Engineer designing, reviewing, stamping designs impacting high population risk, company reputation, and growth in to new clients and business territories
- Contributed to the development of industry best practices by actively participating in professional organizations, attending conferences, and keeping abreast of new research findings.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices, industry trends, and career development opportunities.
- Established clear performance metrics to monitor progress toward practice objectives and evaluate overall success regularly.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality services and timely followups.
- Identified risks impacting corporate success
Supervisory Civil Engineer
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2015 - 10.2022
- Served as senior level civil engineer overseeing complex earthwork and geologic designs associated with dams, levees, floodwalls, and navigation structures.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Supervised junior and senior level professional civil engineers and geologists on design and construction progress of complex dam and levee related projects, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for soil and rock foundation materials.
Senior Level Civil Engineer
US Army Corps of Engineers
05.2001 - 09.2015
- Served as senior level civil engineer designing earthwork projects associated with dams, levees, floodwalls, and navigation structures.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Reviewed projects impacting flood damage assessment, roadway design, bridge scour analysis, environmental and ecosystem restoration.
- Analyzed data and used computer simulations to model and test design concepts.
- Deployed overseas in support of active construction projects in the Middle East in support of US Army, Navy, and NATO operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Afghanistan Army Construction
Education
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2000
Skills
- Mentor junior level employees
- Public speaking
- Part time college level (Adjunct) Professor
- Organizational development
- Innovation management
- Front line management/staffing/performance evaluations
- Team building
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop complex calculations, evaluations, and foundation modeling.
- Supervised team of 14 staff members.
- Documented and resolved resource management/staffing needs which led to meeting goals of the US Army Corps Flood Damage Mission impacting the lives of over 6 Million people.
Affiliations
Member American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Boy Scouts of America - Assistant Scoutmaster, Troop 341 Gladeville, TN
Certification
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) - states include TN, KY, IL, MO, SC
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Youth Development Programs
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Fundraising Events
- Volunteer Work
- Homelessness Outreach
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Timeline
Geotechnical Engineering Practice Lead
HDR Engineering, Inc.
05.2023 - 09.2025
Supervisory Civil Engineer
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2015 - 10.2022
Senior Level Civil Engineer
US Army Corps of Engineers
05.2001 - 09.2015
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kentucky