Derek Lee

Training & Certifications

Chief Operating Officer

With over 40 years in the construction industry, Derek is a collaborative leader with extensive experience across cement, lime, pulp & paper, power, steel, aluminum, and material handling sectors. He has worked alongside teams in roles from craftsman to project manager and later guided operations as a regional manager and COO.

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“SCS’s commitment to excellence, continuous learning and developing our workforce is critical to the sustainability of the construction industry. We look forward to continued partnership with NCCER and great success in training our craft professionals for many years to come.”

Clayton Huebner
President/CEO

Core Competencies

Project Management
Construction Safety
Business Development
Operations Management
Client Relations
Profit Center Financials
P&L Controls Budgets
Scheduling
Coordination and Supervision
Ensuring Compliance
Technical Assistance
Interpretation of Drawings
Recommending Construction Methods
Constructability Reviews
Equipment Requirements Analysis
Proficient in all phases of construction

Industrial Background

40+ years of experience in the construction industry.
Areas of expertise include cement, lime, pulp & paper, power, steel, aluminum, precipitators and multiple applications of material handling.
Experience in field positions from craftsmen to project manager.
Experience in executive management positions from regional manager to COO.
Directing day-to-day operations of construction operation units to include all disciplines.
Implementing plans and policies to achieve overall corporate objectives.
Experience with a broad range of industrial projects with contract values from $200k to $800mm with projects sites exceeding 300 direct construction employees and over 30 subcontractor entities.