Mr. Lockhart envisions making significant contributions to a team dedicated to developing innovative solutions for the nation’s power grid.
HERMOSA, SD, December 12, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Kevin S. Lockhart has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Lockhart is distinguished for his work in High Voltage Electrical Project execution as the director of grid solutions at Great Southwestern Construction Inc. since 2023. In this role, he actively engages with clients and potential clients through face-to-face meetings during the initial stages of projects. He collaborates closely with estimators to provide insights into the technologies involved, ensuring accurate assessments of project costs and required man-hours. Additionally, Mr. Lockhart works alongside operations teams to prioritize safety and quality throughout project execution. His commitment to effective problem-solving is evident in his approach to bridging the gap between engineering teams and clients, ensuring that projects meet client expectations while upholding technical integrity.
Before gaining his current role, Mr. Lockhart was the FACTS & HVDC technology manager for the EPC division at Great Southwestern Construction Inc. from 2020 to 2023 in Castle Rock, CO. His expertise in managing project execution and strategic planning was instrumental in advancing the company’s capabilities in FACTS and HVDC technologies. Mr. Lockhart was also instrumental as a project manager at Kiewit Power Constructors in Lenexa, Kansas, between 2018 and 2020, where he honed his skills in creative problem-solving and GIS.
From 2008 to 2018, Mr. Lockhart was the EPC project execution manager at Siemens Energy Inc. in Rapid City, South Dakota. During this decade-long tenure, he was pivotal in executing large-scale projects that required meticulous planning and execution strategies. Mr. Lockhart’s career also included a significant period as an EPC project execution manager at ABB in Rapid City between 2002 and 2007 after initially working as a lineman within the local industry, gaining hands-on experience that laid the foundation for his future success.
Mr. Lockhart’s educational background includes coursework in mechanical engineering at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. This academic foundation has been instrumental in his ability to engage with innovative technologies and solutions for clients throughout his career. Mr. Lockhart’s dedication to professional growth is reflected in his membership with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which underscores his commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Lockhart has made significant contributions to civic organizations. He is a member of the National Marrow Donor Program, where he has served on several advisory committees where he served as an advisor for two terms for the board of directors. His involvement with NMDP was inspired by personal experiences within his family and has led to several impactful initiatives, such as organizing bone marrow drives and breaking national records.
Mr. Lockhart envisions making significant contributions to a team dedicated to developing innovative solutions for the nation’s power grid at Great Southwestern Construction Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group. He is enthusiastic about collaborating with leadership teams from diverse companies under the MYR umbrella to tackle substantial EPC projects across the United States. Moreover, Mr. Lockhart is passionate about mentoring the next generation of industry leaders and skilled workers. By sharing the knowledge and experiences acquired throughout his career, he aims to help them realize their potential and ensure a successful transfer of skills and insights for the industry’s future benefit.
“I believe that it is God that gives us the talents and gifts that we develop and deploy in our lives as it relates to our Careers and Personal time. I believe that He has put those elements in us to serve Him and others along the way. For me, I have to give Him and His Son Jesus Christ all the credit for the good things I have done as well as the Victories that I have achieved in my life.”
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