Mike K.

About Mike K.

I build what others won’t—and I deliver under pressure where failure isn’t an option.I’m a construction leader specializing in mission-critical infrastructure, currently executing my fourth mission-critical AI build, spanning both TMO and FFP delivery models. I operate where speed, precision, and accountability matter most—data, power, and systems that must perform from day one.My favorite moment on any project is the handoff: watching the client inspect our work and realize we didn’t just meet schedule and budget—we exceeded expectations in environments where there is zero margin for error. As a Construction Superintendent across oil & gas and mission-critical builds, I lead field teams through complex execution, maintain direct stakeholder communication, and manage subcontractors with clarity and control.Safety and compliance are non-negotiable. Working around fuel sources, high-energy systems, and mission-critical operations demands discipline. My record of zero incidents mirrors my track record of regulatory compliance and site control.I’m known for resolving problems others inherit: • Reconfigured a poorly planned leased-vehicle program, saving $108K annually • Designed an Excel-based inventory tracking system that reduced variances from 30%+ to 0.05% • Removed and replaced an unsafe subcontractor mid-project, reworked critical scope, and still hit schedule commitmentsWhether operating under TMO or FFP, I understand cost certainty, risk transfer, and execution discipline—and I protect all three in the field.I lead teams the same way I manage clients: listen hard, set clear objectives, demand accountability, and execute relentlessly. That approach has rebuilt disengaged teams, stabilized high-risk projects, and delivered work that’s done right the first time.I welcome connections who value mission-critical execution, strong teams, uncompromising safety, and results that speak louder than promises.

Experience

1. Mep Engineer

   Turner Construction Company

   Nov 2025 — Present

Education

• Saint Louis University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations

  2014 — 2016

• American Public University System

  General Studies

  2010 — 2013

• University of the Incarnate Word

  Bachelor’s Degree, Project Management, Business

  2016 — 2018

• Community College of the Air Force

  A.A.S. , Associate of Applied Science in Logistics Management

  2013 — 2013

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2023