Kevin Fust
Biography:
Security Clearance: Top Secret Clearance
Military Experience: 3.8 years
Work Experience: 20.8 years
Work Experience:
I have demonstrated success in sales and operations in a variety of roles. Focused on business growth and execution, delivering outstanding results, and growing high performance teams. I am an experienced leader with a proven history as a Design and Drafting Manager in the energy (Oil & Gas) industry. My successes are exemplified by the international award-winning recognition received for excellence in the areas of innovation, process, and efficiency improvements. I understand that those around me shape my future and with influence and alignment we can collectively achieve anything within focus.
I have broad range of experience in the Oil & Gas midstream, electric utility, and telecommunication industries. I am skilled in Leadership, People Development, Management, and Finance. I am a well-rounded professional equipped with a BBA focused on Accounting from Mid-America Christian University and an AAS focused on Electronic Engineering Technologies.
I am an inspirational coach, mentor a creative problem solver. I identify, develop, and deliver new or improved processes and workflows. I help create a culture that allows high performing individuals and teams to accomplish their defined goals and objectives. I am an interested individual; I am a perpetual student.
Successes:
★ Member of the 2024 Bentley Systems Emerald Club.
★ Led the development and ultimate distribution of in-depth training material (regulatory required documentation) establishing a common understanding among all essential personnel. (2020-2021)
★ Effectively supported various capital projects ranging up to $20M+ with direct, contract staffing, and/or third-party design and drafting personnel. (2010-2021)
★ Evaluated, proposed, and implemented two document management systems migrating and housing over one million drawing files. (Bentley ProjectWise in 2012 and Autodesk Vault in 2018)
★ Selected to formally coach/mentor other leaders in an organizational effort to define and enhance the company culture. (2015-2017)
★ Selected as a member of an Employee Engagement team successfully building a common culture following a merger. (2015)
★ 2012 Be Inspired Award-Winner, Bentley Systems Inc. (2012)
★ Refined and implemented a new workflow affording internal project stakeholders a succinct and dependable mechanism for service/support requests. (2010-2012)
★ Served honorably as a leader in the United States Army and the United States Army Reserve (Staff Sergeant, E-6). (USA, 1996-2000; USAR, 2000-2002)
Military Service:
Rank: Staff Sergeant
Branch/Position: Army
Period: September 1996 - July 2000
Occupation: 31F - Network Switching Systems Operator/Maintainer
Security Clearance: Top Secret Clearance
Duties Description:Installs, initializes, operates, and performs unit level and direct support maintenance on electronic switching assemblages, systems, and ancillary communications equipment; uses computers to perform system/network operations; interprets BIT/BITE and error codes to correct system faults; installs, operates, performs strapping, restrapping, PMCS, and unit level maintenance on COMSEC devices; operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on assigned vehicles; installs, operates, and performs PMCS on power generators; supervises, and performs as senior team member, in the installation, operation, employment, and direct support systems maintenance of large and small electronic switches and associated equipment.
Work history:
Job Title: Account Manager, North American Energy
Company: Bentley Systems, Inc.
Period: May 2022 - present
Role Description:I am accountable for advancing account specific infrastructure engineering software capability by bringing world-class engineering design, project collaboration, modeling, asset management, and lifecycle consumption support solutions to energy companies throughout North America and beyond. I provide exceptional support by creating lasting relationships and engage with companies at all levels from expert users to executive level decision makers. I am responsible for growing value and expanding adoption within medium and large cap companies in the energy industry, primarily Oil & Gas and Chemical.
★ Member of the 2024 Bentley Systems Emerald Club.
★ Account centric focus with a central motivation to enable account transformation by promoting business value potential and resolving all commercial barriers.
★ Responsible for maintaining annual reoccurring revenue growth rate of 20%. Currently managing 10 major accounts collectively valued at ~$14M.
★ Daily negotiations and implementation of approved sales and/or service contracts.
★ Focused account alignment to understand business drivers and obstacles. Strategic development of objectives to clearly define path to achieve established goals.
★ Successfully manage account relationships involving intricate commercial engagements. Routine relationship nurturing and development.
★ Accountable for all commercial aspects of user success, account engagement, financial fulfillment, and relationship longevity.
Job Title: Manager, Design & Drafting - Engineering & Construction
Company: Enable Midstream Partners
Period: August 2015 - December 2021
Role Description:I supported the vision and strategic plan of a midstream gas pipeline company in the energy (Oil & Gas) industry. I managed a team of Designers and Drafters, in addition to many third-party companies. I was accountable and my team was responsible for the accurate and timely development and maintenance of the company asset drawing and data files. Accountable for providing timely bid and construction packages for the modification and expansion of our system that currently has interests in eleven states. I served as the hiring authority for all direct report and contract positions. I was responsible for the development of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and expense reports. I served as a CORE Group leader, chosen to facilitate and lead other leaders in the company with the purpose of developing and defining consistent leadership principles and language.
★ Effectively supported expansion, maintenance, and operations projects ranging up to $20M+ with direct, contract staffing, and/or third-party design and drafting
personnel. (2010-2021)★ Provide regimented identification, development, refinement, and oversight of new or existing internal processes ensuring applicability and tangible benefit. (2010-2021)
★ Led the development and ultimate distribution of in-depth training material (regulatory required documentation) establishing a common understanding among all essential
personnel. (2020-2021)★ Evaluated, proposed, and implemented Autodesk Vault (product data management software) system; training, migrating, and housing over one million drawing files. (2018)
★ Led the evaluation and implementation of the organization’s primary drafting platform involving the training and seamless transition to Autodesk Plant 3D. (2016-2017)
★ Selected to formally coach/mentor other leaders in the organization, defining and onstructing the company culture. GiANT Worldwide || Liberating Leader (2015-2017) ★ Selected as a member of a post-merger Employee Engagement team. (2015)
Job Title: Supervisor, Drafting - Engineering & Construction
Company: Enogex / Enable Midstream Partners
Period: January 2010 - August 2015
Role Description:I supervised and directed a team of Designers, Drafters, and contract personnel numbering as high as sixteen. I was responsible for the management of the dynamic day-to-day operations of the team, including delegating job assignments, coordinating with
other departments, and member development. I responded to requests for information or services; planned and researched activities; prepared correspondence and reports; developed goals/targets and monitored results. I worked directly with a variety of levels within the organization to include Field Personnel, Engineers, Managers, and Directors. I established effective working relationships with internal and external customers. I supported and actively participated in the development of direct reports through training,
mentoring, and succession development. I developed and oversaw the maintenance of the Enable Midstream Drafting Guidelines. I served as hiring authority for all direct report and contract positions. I also performed administrative duties, including approval of annual budgets, expense reports, and IT requests. I have developed presentations and led a team in public speaking on an international stage. Under my leadership, the Design and Drafting Team reduced the billable hours of a standard compression station by 85%.★ Internationally recognized for 25% reduction in overall project cycle time, 7% improvement in on-time percentage, and an 85% reduction in billable hours for the most
prominent facility type of this period. 2012 Be Inspired Award-Winner, Bentley Systems Inc. (2012)★ Evaluated, proposed, and implemented Bentley ProjectWise (product data management software) system; training, migrating, and housing over a half-million drawing files. (2012)
★ Refined and implemented a new workflow affording internal project stakeholders a succinct and dependable mechanism for service/support requests. (2010-2012)
Job Title: Design Drafter - System Protection & Control
Company: Oklahoma Gas & Electric
Period: February 2008 - January 2010
Role Description:I maintained/created all System Protection & Control (SP&C) CADD standards and files to include a cell library and master index sheets for a consistent and uniform final product. I provided advanced drafting support and review for a leading energy industry
organization. I performed design work as assigned. I am proficient in the use of MicroStation 2004, ProjectWise 2004, and Office 2007. I am also experienced with SAP, Cost Estimating Software, Design Standards, Construction Standards, and Operating Practices. I worked as a liaison between SP&C and contractors with regard to CADD standards and application support. I effectively managed timelines and other potential stress factors.Job Title: CBS Field Superviosr
Company: Cox Communicaitons
Period: March 2001 - February 2008
Role Description:Commerical Business Services Field Supervisor (07/01/2007 - 02/01/2008) I supervised seven members. I managed a continuous 24/7 operation of commercial business service support for the greater Oklahoma City metro area. I have implemented accountability policies. I have created daily best practice guidelines for clarity in individual duties and tasks. I held routine staff meetings. Communication is my number one tool in being successful with employees and customers.I supervised seven members. I managed a continuous 24/7 operation of commercial business service support for the greater Oklahoma City metro area. I have implemented accountability policies. I have created daily best practice guidelines for clarity in individual duties and tasks. I held routine staff meetings. Communication is my number one tool in being successful with employees and customers.
CADD Designer III (04/01/2003 - 07/01/2007) I provided final product broadband design for new build and upgrades of residential, multi-dwelling units, and commercial properties. I took pride and ownership of all projects. The design process began with an analysis of the possible/proposed routes and general needs of the end user. I maintained an in depth knowledge and understanding of the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of all equipment used (equipment such as 90V and 60V power supplies, truck amplifiers, line extenders, passive devices, coaxial cable). I pride myself on learning the equipment capabilities and limitations. I understand GIS mapping systems and section/township/range information. I provided technical support and final product review for both in house and contract employees. I have documented and standardized the design groups’ processes and procedures. I have also been a member of the Cox Engineering Quality Assurance Team. Proficient in the use of Autodesk products, the latest being AutoCAD 2004 and Autodesk Map 2004, experienced with MapInfo, Adept 6.0, LODE Data 4.2, and Microsoft Office applications as well.I provided final product broadband design for new build and upgrades of residential, multi-dwelling units, and commercial properties. I took pride and ownership of all projects. The design process began with an analysis of the possible/proposed routes and general needs of the end user. I maintained an in depth knowledge and understanding of the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of all equipment used (equipment such as 90V and 60V power supplies, truck amplifiers, line extenders, passive devices, coaxial cable). I pride myself on learning the equipment capabilities and limitations. I understand GIS mapping systems and section/township/range information. I provided technical support and final product review for both in house and contract employees. I have documented and standardized the design groups’ processes and procedures. I have also been a member of the Cox Engineering Quality Assurance Team. Proficient in the use of Autodesk products, the latest being AutoCAD 2004 and Autodesk Map 2004, experienced with MapInfo, Adept 6.0, LODE Data 4.2, and Microsoft Office applications as well.
Lead Field Auditor (03/01/2001 - 04/01/2003) I coached and mentored sixteen other auditors in everyday tasks. Common task included a tap-to-tap audit (verification) of the cable system to ensure plant integrity. I also compiled complete information for the successful prosecution of repeat offenders. I strived for proper disconnect and installations per Cox Communications standards and encouraged the sale of our services.
Education:
Mid-America Christian University
Bachelor's Degree – Accounting & Ethics
Period: August 2016 - December 2019
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
Associate's Degree – Electronis Engineering Technology
Period: January 2001 - December 2006
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