Tag: Cooper Zietz Engineers

  • Cooper Zietz Engineers | Portland Development Commission

    Aerial view of City of Portland and Willamette River.

    M/W/ESB Construction Contracting and Outreach Consultant, 2009-2010

    Developed and implemented outreach sessions targeted for Native-American-owned businesses. Business owners had the opportunity to meet the commission staff, learn about the services the commission has to offer, and hear about upcoming projects. Worked with firms to create or revise their business plans and marketing plans and assisted firms with the state certification process. Coached and mentored firms as needed.  All data collected was used to help the commission recognize the region’s Native American business owners and the various types of services and products available. 

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  • Cooper Zietz Engineers | Workforce Statewide Mentoring Services Development Program, ODOT Office of Civil Rights

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    Trainer, 2010-2011

    Provided training for the Workforce Development Program. Provided outreach to primes and subcontractors that have worked on ODOT projects, and developed workforce training materials for project managers, forepersons, apprentices, and journey workers to build long-lasting mentoring relationships. Introduced the program and training materials to contractors, provided classroom training, and provided mentoring and crisis services information to apprentices. ODOT’s goal in creating the landmark Workforce Development Program was to find, train, and employ a diverse, skilled workforce that is prepared to meet upcoming construction demands. The program is designed to expand diversity in employment, increase apprenticeship participation, and increase training resources and opportunities.

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