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Forward-thinking Technical Project Manger with 13+ years of achievement planning and executing specialty engineering projects for some of the world's premier theme parks and specialty engineering firms. Proven record of success leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams of engineers, construction staff, and business stakeholders throughout the entire PM lifecycle—from initial specification gathering and design drafting through testing, approval, and construction phases. Broad-based experience in budget development and P&L management. Skilled at developing vendor partnerships, securing sustainable cost savings, and mentoring junior engineering/construction staff.

Experienced with doing business in China and Europe.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Process & Controls Engineering – Project Management – Budget Development & Resource Allocation – P&L Management – RFPs/RFIs 
Vendor Partnerships & Negotiations – Sales Support – Strategic Planning – Risk Assessment & Mitigation – Cost Control & Elimination

Responsible for the design and development of the control system for an artificial wave making machine.

Promoted to be the lead technical Project Manager for a new Universal Studios Hollywood theme park attraction. Managed a team of mechanical and controls engineering professionals to successfully complete all phases of the Ride/Show portion of the project ranging from initial conceptual design to product development, construction, fabrication, and commissioning of a total of eight prototypical Ride/Show elements valued at $35M. Assisted with commissioning of attraction with state officials (DOSH) and ensured compliance with company and industry standards (ASTM 2291).
•	Selected to be the technical liaison for a conceptual phase development project to bring virtual reality to themed entertainment.
•	Collaborated with industry leaders to develop AGV (autonomously guided vehicle) technologies for theme park use.
•	Established a range of PM metrics to quantify vendor progress, ensuring the design and development phases satisfied all industry and internal standards. 

Technical Project Manager

Recruited to lead a cross-functional team of controls engineering professionals engaged in the design, testing, and construction of a complex control system for a large new "E Ticket" ride for Shanghai Disneyland theme park. Conducted an extensive amount of hands-on control system engineering during early project phases while managing more than $3M in control project budgets and setting work schedules and resource allocation strategies. Currently serving as a primary liaison and specialty construction manager for all vendors/contractors engaged in the ongoing construction of the ride's control systems—with direct accountability for ensuring compliance with all international safety and trade regulations.  
•	Performed extensive hands-on engineering work despite robust management responsibilities, including development of schematics, wiring and distribution diagrams, layouts, FMEA, and power/consumption calculations. 

Ride Controls Engineer

Retained following successful consulting engagement to lead a variety of specialty engineering and construction projects with some of the firm's top clients—especially in the areas of control system architecture and installation. Assignments typically included an extensive amount of pre-sales and specification gathering work alongside clients' senior leadership; control system architecture development and testing; the creation of user manuals, training materials, and other documentation; the coordination of construction staff; and extensive involvement in all stages of the financial planning/pricing/bidding process. 
**SAMPLE PROJECTS**
Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios, Orlando, FL
Salt Plant Automation, Great Salt Lake Mineral Company
Giant Swing for New Hampshire Ski Resort

Engineering Manager

Gerald Kubiak is a Senior Controls Engineer at Kelly Slater Wave Co. in Huntington Beach, CA.

Gerald Kubiak

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California Institute of Technology

University of Vermont