Gary O.

Bledsoe, PE, PS, MBA, LEED(R)AP, CEM

RESUME
Beckley Home - 108 Wilson Street, Beckley, West Virginia 25801
Raleigh Home & Office - 8804 Windjammer Dr., Raleigh, NC 27615
M (919) 422-0134
F (877) 717-7505
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http://www.esi-nc.com

RESUME SYNOPSIS:
I usually grow into leadership position through good personnel support, training
and management. I also develop long term relationships with clients through pro
mpt and through services, as well as good communication. I have always invested
in the latest in technology, learning, and credentials. My experience is very br
oad with emphasis on full Building Delivery. I enjoy working on challenging proj
ects that test my experience and willingness to commit to critical delivery sche
dules.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Marshall University, May 1970
Masters of Business Administration, Marshall University Graduate School, May 198
6
Doctoral Studies, Education Technologies, WVU & MU Graduate School, 2000 to 2001
(did not complete)
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer in AL, FL, GA, IL, MA, NC, NJ, NM, SC, TN, VA, and WV
Professional Engineer nationally registered with NCEES
Professional Surveyor in NC and WV
Master Electrician License in WV
Master Plumber License in WV
Contractor License for General Construction, Plumbing, Mechanical & Electrical i
n WV and General Contractor, Designated License holder in NC
LEED Accredited Professional
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
Full building design & evaluation, planning, construction and financial analysis
.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), Past Chapter President
West Virginia Association of Land Surveyors
NC Society of Surveyors
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Past WV State President
NFPA, AISC, ASHRAE, ASCE
Association of Energy Engineers
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS:
Raleigh County Solid Waste Authority - Past Co-chairman of Board of Directors
American Red Cross - Emergency Volunteer
Raleigh County Housing Authority - Past member of the Board of Directors
Beckley Childcare Center, Past Chairman
Salvation Army - Past Chairman
First Christian Church - Past Chairman of Board
Appalachian American Indians of WV - Member
Association of West Virginia Solid Waste Authorities - Past Chairman of Board of
Directors
Greater Raleigh NC Chamber of Commerce - Development Committee - Past Member
North Carolina Economic Development Association - Past Member
U.S. Green Building Council - Past Member
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
President, AEC DESIGNWORKS, Beckley, WV & Raleigh, NC
(Feb 1977 - Present). The firm is a Contracting, and Development organization p
roviding services to the Building Delivery Business and Energy Management. Engin
eering and Architecture is Subcontracted as needed.
President, ESINC, Inc., Raleigh, NC
(Jan 2002 - Present) The firm provides Architecture, Engineering, and Planning S
ervices to the building and development industry. Responsibilities included over
all Professional Management.
Vice President of Engineering, Centrepoint Architecture, PA, Raleigh, NC
(October 2007 - May 2009) The firm is an Architectural/Engineering and Design/Bu
ild service organization with offices in Raleigh, NC. Responsibilities include e
ngineering management & design, business development, and support of Architectur
e and Design/Build effort.
Principal, BuildSynergy, Inc., Raleigh, NC
(April 2006 - September 2007) The firm provides General Construction Services to
the building and development industry. Responsibilities include Project Managem
ent, Marketing and Financial Management. Sister Company to DesignSynergy, PA.
Principal, DesignSynergy, PA, Raleigh, NC
(Jan 2006 - September 2007) The firm provides Architecture, Engineering, Surveyi
ng and Planning Services to the building and development industry. Responsibilit
ies include Project Management, Engineering, Marketing and Financial Management.

Owner, Bledsoe Properties, LLC, Beckley, WV

(Feb 1978 to March 2009) Bledsoe Properties is a real estate holding organizatio
n, presently owning or having owned residential rental properties located in Bec
kley and Huntington, WV.
President, G. O. Bledsoe, Inc., Beckley, WV & Raleigh, NC
(June 1997 to December 2006) G. O. Bledsoe is an equipment holding and rental or
ganization.
Previous Owner, Acorn Woods, Inc., Beckley, WV (June 1990 to Oct. 2001). Acorn W
oods is a real estate holding organization, presently having developed and ownin
g four office facilities located in Beckley, Wheeling, Charleston, WV and Roanok
e, Va. These facilities are leased to Orkin Exterminating of Atlanta, Ga.
Structural Designer & Construction Administration, Leslie C. Gates & Associates,
Inc., Beckley, WV (1975 to 1976). This division of Gates was an Architectural F
irm providing services on larger Building Projects. Provided structural design o
f normal Steel Beam and Column Systems, Joist Systems, Wood Laminated Beams, Pre
-cast Units, and Waffle Concrete Slab System. Provided Construction Administrati
on of Multiple Projects.
Chief Highway Engineer, Gates Engineering, Inc., Beckley, WV (1975 to 1976). Thi
s division of Gates was an Engineering Firm providing services on larger Civil a
nd Mining Projects.
Senior Civil Engineer, Brown & Root, Inc., Southport, NC & Houston, TX (1970 to
1975). Provided Field Engineering on construction of three different Nuclear Pow
er Plant Projects.
OTHER EXPERIENCE:
Adjunct Faculty, Concord College, Taught Quantitative Methods for Three Semester
s.
Expert Witness, numerous legal cases involving Survey Disputes, Construction Cla
ims, Accident Reconstruction, Drainage Damage, Explosions, Structural Damage, In
dustrial Construction and Construction Claims Analysis. Previous member of Ameri
can Arbitration Association.
TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Previous EPA Accredited Asbestos Abatement Designer
Knowledgeable in AutoCAD MEP 2010
Microsoft Professional Office 2007
Advanced Access Training
Assistant NAUI Instructor (Scuba Diving)
Team Leader for Underwater Hockey
LEED Accredited Professional
Specialty Engineer for Cold Formed Steel
Specialty Engineer for Energy Evaluation, Commissioning, and Auditing
PERSONAL INTEREST:
Member of Crossroads Fellowship Church
Member of Crossroads Photography Group
Organizing Group for Grands - "Grandparents raising Grandchildren"
Member of YMCA