Gabby Orta
Rosharon
Summary
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Alternate Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (NEA), Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center
2024.07 - Current
- Assists in the administration of the task orders by providing rigorous contract oversight and management to ensure that all deliverables are met
- Assesses the effectiveness of contractors in meeting contract requirements
- Evaluates and documents performance of contractors during all aspects and level of reviews, including Contract/Task Order Performance Evaluations, and reviews any claim documents or requests for deviations from original scopes of work, cost estimates, or schedules and provide to the COR
- Reviews and documents contractors’ performance in relation to original contract awards and completion times, ensuring appropriate approvals by the COR and CMO
- Assists in resolving technical issues arising under the contract which fall within the scope of the ACOR’s authority and referring to the COR regarding any issues which cannot be resolved without additional cost or time
- Acts proactively to resolve any problems that may interfere with contract progress or with the completion of assigned projects
- Identifies, investigates, and takes corrective actions on a wide range of contract problems
- Makes recommendations to the COR on appropriate corrective action for problems that exceed the incumbent’s scope of authority and implements approved actions
- Prepares a variety of program documentation, including monthly contractor assessment/inspection reports to the COR and input to the annual Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), related to the specific area(s) of assignment, that ensure a regular flow of management information among all concerned parties, including contractors, program offices/officers, and senior management
Facility Manager/Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (OBO), CARE, DOHA
2023.06 - 2024.07
- Supervises facility operations contracts, assesses and inspects facilities, approves/disapproves work requirements, directs building systems modifications, and coordinates contract modifications through DA Form4283 and directs the contractor with no cost through a Letter of Technical Direction in collaboration with LOGCAP
- Maintains installation masterplan, identifies project requirements, manages the development of project scopes, and ensures contracted products meet specifications and requirements
- Manages the assessment of installation's condition, establishes multi-year work plans and budgets from $50,000 to $30 million, controls government funds for contractor support, and prepares status reports
- Develops and administers site-specific safety programs, ensures inspections meet safety standards, coordinates emergency maintenance response, and manages the facility emergency response program
- Incorporates aspects of planning, project management, operations, safety, and budgeting to ensure a cohesive approach to facility management, maintenance, safety adherence, and strategic alignment with organizational goals
Facility Manager/Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (OBO), Embassy Ashgabat, U.S. Consulate Hyderabad, U.S. Embassy N’Djamena, U.S. Embassy Canberra, CAS, DOHA
2020.12 - 2024.07
- Coordinates facility management activities managing locally employed professional, technical, and trade staff with a variety of skill levels and diverse backgrounds to include custodians, engineering, safety, and office staff
- Serve as post POSHO to ensure safety compliance and submit reports and mishaps
- Develops annual maintenance work plan, preventative maintenance plan, and schedules
- Oversees operation, maintenance, repairs, schedules, and modifications of the physical plant, physical structures, and grounds
- Develops comprehensive preventative maintenance and repair programs and schedules to include maintenance and repair resource estimates
- Initiates and assists with contract development, drafts scopes of work, creates IGCE for potential contracts, participates in TEP panels for contract solicitations, and oversees contractor performance
- Serves as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to oversee post-managed projects
- Plans facility budget from $500,000 to $20 million, allocates funds and manages MCI, sustainment, restoration, and modernization funds
Deputy Facility Manager/Alternate Contracting Officer Representative
Esprie Services (TPC), U.S. Embassy Amman
2019.12 - 2020.12
- Provide expert management and technical guidance to post trades staff and contracted staff to accomplish post-managed construction projects and recurring preventive and emergency maintenance and repair work
- Coordinate all post-executed alteration, repair, and replacement projects and may be required to prepare technical specifications and/or develop design drawings for new projects
- Provide direction and technical guidance in the planning, funding, management, and direction of the FAC dept
- To include trades, engineering, safety, work order clerks, and admin staff
- Perform technical review of designs and proposals developed either at the post, by OBO, or by other agencies, and conducts feasibility studies to determine the maintainability of the proposed design
- Ensure that all required project actions are understood and conducted in accordance with the decisions and directions of senior leadership, including following up on decisions and ensuring the completion of required actions in a timely manner
- Serves as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to oversee post-managed projects
- Collaborate closely with the key stakeholders in planning complex, high-priority special projects involving post management and OBO/FAC
- Coordinate the involvement of architectural, civil/structural, mechanical, electrical, and specialty disciplines
Civil Engineering Services Functional Manager
KBR (LOGCAP V), Prince Sultan Air Force Base
2018.06 - 2019.12
- Prince Sultan Air Base, Responsible for the performance of work under contracts for CE services for military installation
- Scheduling of personnel, work supervision, and quality control for all CE tasks for all services to include OM&R for light carts, HVAC, water, sign fabrication, delta barriers, custodial, pest control, power generators, and electrical, fire protection, and safety on site
- Utilize analytical capabilities with respect to metrics and process improvement
- Project scheduling, estimating, and overall review and management of operations and maintenance of facilities including preventive maintenance, service calls, and out-of-contract work
- Plans, estimates, and manages multiple projects simultaneously, major maintenance projects, renovations, demolition, facility/project requests, job/work orders, preventive maintenance, inspections, project scope, schedules, material, and labor resources, both in-house and external sources, budget constraints, project development/status, planning, estimates, feasibility studies
- Provided technical review and subcontractor technical oversight for facility maintenance and preventive maintenance projects
- Provide technical evaluation and cost analysis on all CE contracts to determine feasibility and risk regarding assets per PWS
Facility Maintenance Project Manager
International Support Group (Army Reserve Centers)
2016.12 - 2018.06
- Project scheduling, estimating, and overall review and management of operations and maintenance of facilities including preventive maintenance, service calls, and out of contract work for HVAC, water, sign fabrication, delta barriers, custodial, pest control, power generators, and electrical, fire protection
- Plans, estimates, and manages multiple projects simultaneously, major maintenance projects, renovations, demolition, facility/project requests, job/work orders, preventive maintenance, inspections, project scope, schedules, material, and labor resources, both in-house and external sources, budget constraints, project development/status, planning, estimates, feasibility studies
- Provided technical review and subcontractor technical oversight for facility maintenance and preventive maintenance projects to determine cost and risk of government assets
- Oversee the budgetary impact of services contracts for assets and determine improvement process for streamlining processes
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
Facilities HVAC & Refrigeration Supervisor
KBR (LOGCAP IV), Al Taqqattum
2016.06 - 2016.12
- Monitored facility to ensure that it remained safe, secure, and well-maintained
- Resolved conflicts between tenants over shared spaces or amenities located in common areas of the building
- Monitored contractor performance during construction projects, providing direction as needed
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs for buildings and equipment to ensure longevity of assets
- Established preventative maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance of equipment and systems within the facility
- Helped with development and implementation of policies and procedures for general operation of facility
Facility Operations Supervisor
Aggreko Rentals
2014.04 - 2016.06
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate all maintenance, repair, and retrofits for facilities and equipment
- Accountable for delivery on all KPI's such as sets in service, on-time service completions, retrofits, oil sampling
- Executes customer contracts and delivers service in accordance with company procedures and perform and subcontract carpentry function for the facilities
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance requests and repairs, tracked project progress, and communicated updates with stakeholders
- Forecasted budget metrics to inform supply chain and resource allocation strategies
- Established preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment, systems, and building components
Refrigeration Supervisor
Zachry Industrial (INEOS Chemical Plant)
2008.01 - 2014.04
- Supervise and manage operation and productivity of Electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration personnel
- Ensure all work orders are properly processed in the SAP maintenance system
- Plan, schedule, and manage daily inventory/parts department to ensure appropriate inventory turns and track and report key performance indicators for the department
- Conduct routine inspections of all HVAC and electrical systems for proper operations and maintenance
- Provide cost analysis of repair/replace to equipment owner utilizing historic failures and re-work evaluation
- Communicate work status with service providers, originators, and facility tenants in a timely manner
HVAC Master Mechanic
Lear Siegler Services (LOGCAP3)
2006.01 - 2008.12
- Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems for military vehicles to include M1151, MAXPRO MRAP M1224, M1116 armored military carrier vehicle, M816 Wrecker, Armored security vehicle M1117, HETT, M1121, M997 ambulance to include replacing compressors, refrigerant lines, evaporators and condensers, and driers according to MAC charts
- Adjusted vehicle systems to meet manufacturer performance specifications
- Troubleshooted fuel, ignition, and emissions-controlled systems, using electronic testing equipment
- Tested electronic computer components in automobiles to verify proper operation
- Demonstrated leadership skills by training junior mechanics in the use of tools, equipment, troubleshoot and repair of military equipment
- Performed preventative maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles, including troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues
HVAC Mechanic
KBR (LOGCAP3)
2005.01 - 2006.01
- Perform HVAC maintenance, repair, and installation tasks
- Respond to service calls and troubleshoot HVAC system issues
- Analyze, diagnose, and recommend solutions for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning problems
- Install, repair, and maintain HVAC equipment, including compressors, motors, fans, and thermostats
- Follow safety protocols and maintain compliance with relevant regulations
- Collaborate with other team members and departments as needed
- Read and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair activities
Process Refrigeration Technician
Petro-Chem Refrigeration
2000.05 - 2005.01
- Monitor jobs to ensure quality and compliance with BOP standards, and update HVAC records to ensure acceptable work performance level
- Maintain adequate shop and lab tools and supplies for specialized repair jobs and general day-to-day repairs
- Ensures refrigerant recoveries following Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines
- Maintain and repair comfort cooling HVAC and process cooling according to industry and EPA guidelines utilizing in-house technicians and outside services
- Serve as site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all comfort cooling and refrigeration equipment
- Follow and adhere to all company safety requirements and policies service and repair low voltage temperature control systems associated with HVAC equipment
HVAC/Process Refrigeration Specialist
Gulf States (DOW Chemical)
1997.06 - 2000.05
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC and process refrigeration systems
- Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and process refrigeration systems
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems and to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions
- Knowledge of local codes related to HVAC installations and repairs
- Calibrated temperature sensors to ensure optimal performance of the equipment
- Skilled in providing technical advice on how best to maintain efficient operations of existing systems
- Prepared and submitted detailed reports on HVAC system performance
- Inspected piping connections for any leaks that could lead to reduced efficiency or hazardous conditions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas
05.2025
Master of Science (M.S.) - Engineering Management
Arkansas State University
10.2024
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Project Management
Capella University
09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management
Brazosport College
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Electrical Technology
Brazosport College
Skills
- Contract Management
- Facility Operations
- Scheduling and Planning
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Process and Procedure Refinement
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Subcontractor management
- Cost estimating
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Documentation and reporting
Awards
- Certificate of Appreciation-11/01/2019 PAE- Operations Support (BDSC)
- Certificate of Appreciation-05/10/2005 KBR- DOD Support (LOGCAP3)
- Department of State Meritorious Honor Award 07/2023FAC Group Award- Hyderabad, India
- Department of State Meritorious Honor Award 07/2023- NCC Move Team- Hyderabad, India
- Department of State Meritorious Honor Award07/2023- FAC Group Award NCC- Hyderabad, India
Certification
- TWIC
- Aggreko Power Generation Basics
- Aggreko Low Voltage Wiring
- Turner Instrumentation
- Master HVACR License
- IFMA Certified Facility Manager
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- NFPA-70E
- OSHA-30
- FAC-COR Level3
- Operations Management
- Facility Management
- Quality Management
Timeline
Alternate Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (NEA), Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center
2024.07 - Current
Facility Manager/Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (OBO), CARE, DOHA
2023.06 - 2024.07
Facility Manager/Contracting Officer Representative
Department of State (OBO), Embassy Ashgabat, U.S. Consulate Hyderabad, U.S. Embassy N’Djamena, U.S. Embassy Canberra, CAS, DOHA
2020.12 - 2024.07
Deputy Facility Manager/Alternate Contracting Officer Representative
Esprie Services (TPC), U.S. Embassy Amman
2019.12 - 2020.12
Civil Engineering Services Functional Manager
KBR (LOGCAP V), Prince Sultan Air Force Base
2018.06 - 2019.12
Facility Maintenance Project Manager
International Support Group (Army Reserve Centers)
2016.12 - 2018.06
Facilities HVAC & Refrigeration Supervisor
KBR (LOGCAP IV), Al Taqqattum
2016.06 - 2016.12
Facility Operations Supervisor
Aggreko Rentals
2014.04 - 2016.06
Refrigeration Supervisor
Zachry Industrial (INEOS Chemical Plant)
2008.01 - 2014.04
HVAC Master Mechanic
Lear Siegler Services (LOGCAP3)
2006.01 - 2008.12
HVAC Mechanic
KBR (LOGCAP3)
2005.01 - 2006.01
Process Refrigeration Technician
Petro-Chem Refrigeration
2000.05 - 2005.01
HVAC/Process Refrigeration Specialist
Gulf States (DOW Chemical)
1997.06 - 2000.05
Master of Science (M.S.) - Engineering Management
Arkansas State University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Project Management
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management
Brazosport College
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Electrical Technology
Brazosport College