David Drorbaugh II, PMP
Business Unit Manager at RECON Engineering & Construction- Claim this Profile
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Dhanasekar Chellam
David Drorbaugh is a calm, clear-headed leader who can influence colleagues and contractors in a positive way. I have worked with him for the past 6 months and have always seen him very energetic and fully committed. I often talk through issues with him and he always provides a point of view or detail that I had not considered. His ability to answer any question clearly and confidently helps people develop trust in and respect for him. I wish him all the best and success.
Daniel Martin, BSME P.E.
Dave managed the rebuild of the Flash Smelting Furnace, part of the largest and most comprehensive rebuilds in the history of the RTKC Smelter. This rebuild included the Flash Smelter, Waste Heat Boilers, ESPs, the Anode refining furnaces, and refurbishment of the Acid Plant. He led a large workforce, and developed effective relationships that promoted an atmosphere of trust, open communication and problem solving. Because of that atmosphere, when problems were encountered, every stakeholder came to the table ready to do what was necessary to resolve the issue. I respected his leadership style. He impressed me with his ability to see through the noise and urgency of smaller matters and focus on the issues that made large gains in efficiency and safety. Dave has tremendous technical strength and an amazing memory; recalling important details when time was of the essence. I believe most people that worked with him will agree that his enjoyable quick wit and humor can lighten even the most difficult of conversations. I will work with him, for him, or pick him for a manager/leader, anytime, and for any project.
Dhanasekar Chellam
David Drorbaugh is a calm, clear-headed leader who can influence colleagues and contractors in a positive way. I have worked with him for the past 6 months and have always seen him very energetic and fully committed. I often talk through issues with him and he always provides a point of view or detail that I had not considered. His ability to answer any question clearly and confidently helps people develop trust in and respect for him. I wish him all the best and success.
Daniel Martin, BSME P.E.
Dave managed the rebuild of the Flash Smelting Furnace, part of the largest and most comprehensive rebuilds in the history of the RTKC Smelter. This rebuild included the Flash Smelter, Waste Heat Boilers, ESPs, the Anode refining furnaces, and refurbishment of the Acid Plant. He led a large workforce, and developed effective relationships that promoted an atmosphere of trust, open communication and problem solving. Because of that atmosphere, when problems were encountered, every stakeholder came to the table ready to do what was necessary to resolve the issue. I respected his leadership style. He impressed me with his ability to see through the noise and urgency of smaller matters and focus on the issues that made large gains in efficiency and safety. Dave has tremendous technical strength and an amazing memory; recalling important details when time was of the essence. I believe most people that worked with him will agree that his enjoyable quick wit and humor can lighten even the most difficult of conversations. I will work with him, for him, or pick him for a manager/leader, anytime, and for any project.
Dhanasekar Chellam
David Drorbaugh is a calm, clear-headed leader who can influence colleagues and contractors in a positive way. I have worked with him for the past 6 months and have always seen him very energetic and fully committed. I often talk through issues with him and he always provides a point of view or detail that I had not considered. His ability to answer any question clearly and confidently helps people develop trust in and respect for him. I wish him all the best and success.
Daniel Martin, BSME P.E.
Dave managed the rebuild of the Flash Smelting Furnace, part of the largest and most comprehensive rebuilds in the history of the RTKC Smelter. This rebuild included the Flash Smelter, Waste Heat Boilers, ESPs, the Anode refining furnaces, and refurbishment of the Acid Plant. He led a large workforce, and developed effective relationships that promoted an atmosphere of trust, open communication and problem solving. Because of that atmosphere, when problems were encountered, every stakeholder came to the table ready to do what was necessary to resolve the issue. I respected his leadership style. He impressed me with his ability to see through the noise and urgency of smaller matters and focus on the issues that made large gains in efficiency and safety. Dave has tremendous technical strength and an amazing memory; recalling important details when time was of the essence. I believe most people that worked with him will agree that his enjoyable quick wit and humor can lighten even the most difficult of conversations. I will work with him, for him, or pick him for a manager/leader, anytime, and for any project.
Dhanasekar Chellam
David Drorbaugh is a calm, clear-headed leader who can influence colleagues and contractors in a positive way. I have worked with him for the past 6 months and have always seen him very energetic and fully committed. I often talk through issues with him and he always provides a point of view or detail that I had not considered. His ability to answer any question clearly and confidently helps people develop trust in and respect for him. I wish him all the best and success.
Daniel Martin, BSME P.E.
Dave managed the rebuild of the Flash Smelting Furnace, part of the largest and most comprehensive rebuilds in the history of the RTKC Smelter. This rebuild included the Flash Smelter, Waste Heat Boilers, ESPs, the Anode refining furnaces, and refurbishment of the Acid Plant. He led a large workforce, and developed effective relationships that promoted an atmosphere of trust, open communication and problem solving. Because of that atmosphere, when problems were encountered, every stakeholder came to the table ready to do what was necessary to resolve the issue. I respected his leadership style. He impressed me with his ability to see through the noise and urgency of smaller matters and focus on the issues that made large gains in efficiency and safety. Dave has tremendous technical strength and an amazing memory; recalling important details when time was of the essence. I believe most people that worked with him will agree that his enjoyable quick wit and humor can lighten even the most difficult of conversations. I will work with him, for him, or pick him for a manager/leader, anytime, and for any project.
Credentials
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Project Management Professional
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Experience
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RECON Engineering & Construction
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Unit Manager
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Jan 2018 - Present
Manager for RECON's Intermountain business unit. Lead regional business development, hiring/recruiting and project execution teams. Assess and meet Client needs. Manager for RECON's Intermountain business unit. Lead regional business development, hiring/recruiting and project execution teams. Assess and meet Client needs.
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Rio Tinto
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United Kingdom
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Mining
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700 & Above Employee
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Principal Advisor - Hot Metals
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Jun 2017 - Jan 2018
Led a team of excellent process engineers overseeing day-to-day process in the material handling, flash smelting and flash converting operational areas at the RTK Smelter. Tactical and strategic process oversight, production forecasting, concentrate blending and tech. project support. Took lead role in planning amd delivering operational hygiene and HSE improvement efforts. Led a team of excellent process engineers overseeing day-to-day process in the material handling, flash smelting and flash converting operational areas at the RTK Smelter. Tactical and strategic process oversight, production forecasting, concentrate blending and tech. project support. Took lead role in planning amd delivering operational hygiene and HSE improvement efforts.
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Senior Engineer - Projects
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Apr 2014 - Jun 2017
Present: developing scopes of work, schedules, engineering approach and business cases for several technology upgrade projects in flash and anode furnace areas of smelter. Manage pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, assist in development of funding proposals and oversee detailed engineering and project implementation. 2012-2014: Led team of 10-15 mixed discipline project managers and construction professionals in support of flash furnace upgrade. Coordinated details of furnace design and hardware development including FAT visits and inspections of supplied hardware. Scoped and managed construction efforts for demolition, structural/mechanical construction, jacket water system installation, concentrate feed system and burner upgrades with contracted engineering and construction labor force. Played active role in developing, implementing and sustaining HSE programs and practices for project execution phase. Facilitated field design adjustments throughout course of construction. Directly managed project budget and schedule. Collaborated with contractor and owner's teams to commission furnace automation/control systems, mechanical systems, piping system and refractory (heat-up). Show less
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Kennecott Utah Copper
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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Engineer - Projects
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Jun 2011 - Mar 2014
Lead engineering projects from scoping through feasibility, construction and close-out. Lead engineering projects from scoping through feasibility, construction and close-out.
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Project Engineer
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Jun 2007 - Sep 2011
Drafting/civil design work for residential, commercial and institutional land development projects, including open channel flow, culvert design, stormwater/retention/detention design, private/public utility infrastructure design, grading & drainage plans, ALTA surveys, plats, lot splits, signing and striping plans, et al. Provided as-needed support to company's survey crews with COGO, field calculations, etc. Represented firm during construction phases of projects with clients and contractors. Prepared plan submittals for city, county and state review processes; resolved review agency redline comments. Show less
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Education
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Arizona State University
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Davis High School