JNS Consultants, Inc. is a trusted provider of expert construction management, project coordination, and consulting services, specializing in industrial, institutional, commercial, and retail projects across the United States.
Areas of Excellence
Infrastructure Assessment
Let us conduct a thorough review of your existing infrastructure and provide detailed recommendations for maintenance, necessary upgrades, or potential expansions to ensure optimal performance and long-term sustainability.
Budgeting Projects
We proudly offer comprehensive and meticulously detailed pre-construction budgets tailored to meet the unique needs of your projects, ensuring accurate cost estimation and strategic financial planning from the very beginning.
Value Engineering
Allow us the opportunity to thoroughly review your construction project, so we can develop a comprehensive cost-savings plan tailored to maximize efficiency and minimize expenses throughout the project's lifecycle.
Site Logistics
We strategically assist you in developing your site needs, including logistics, traffic control, water and storm water runoff management, filtration, and re circulation. Our services also cover landscaping, site grading, parking and parking structures, and lighting requirements. Additionally, we can assist in obtaining all necessary permits.
Construction Management
We offer both off-site and on-site Construction Management (CM) services, providing flexible solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your project, ensuring efficient execution and successful completion.
Machinery & Equipment Install Coordination
Managing projects that involve decommissioning existing equipment and machinery, as well as installing new or repurposed equipment, can be complex. JNS brings years of experience in coordinating and executing these tasks across various industries. We work closely with all trades involved to ensure seamless project completion, including safety compliance, environmental disposal, engineering, commissioning (launch) teams, and manufacturers. Whether in the automotive, medical, or process equipment sectors, we provide expert support for any application.
Generating RFP/RFQ/Bulletins
JNS can help streamline your future project planning by assisting in the development of a comprehensive RFP/RFQ that clearly defines the scope of work. This proactive approach minimizes unforeseen issues, helping to keep your project on budget. We also validate all bulletins and field orders to control extra costs and prevent schedule delays. Additionally, our team can support you through the final contract buyout process, ensuring a smooth and efficient project execution.
Quality Control
To ensure quality control, you must first understand the materials being used and the level of quality required for the project. Second, it is essential to verify that the materials are installed correctly and in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Lastly, you must ensure that the integration of these materials functions properly with other processes, maintaining overall project integrity and performance.
Sustainability Assessment
We can assist you in preparing a comprehensive Economic Assessment through cost-benefit analysis, modeling, regressions, and scenario planning. Additionally, we provide Environmental Assessments using life-cycle analysis, material flow analysis, resource accounting, NAMEA, and ecological footprint evaluation. These are just a few of the key components we offer when developing your sustainability assessment, ensuring a well-rounded and data-driven approach to your project's environmental and economic impact.
Process Design Coordination
A well-designed process can make a significant impact on any project. At JNS, we meticulously analyze every detail down to the smallest action. Our expertise allows us to help you develop a streamlined and efficient process to achieve any goal or adapt to emerging trends.
Safety
As a beacon of safety, JNS stands ahead of the rest. Our experienced safety team members have the credentials to match, providing expert oversight for projects of all sizes. They are equipped to manage multiple sites simultaneously when utilizing our dedicated team. We uphold a strict “zero tolerance” policy regarding safety and emphasize the mantra, “We are all in this together,” fostering a culture of accountability and shared responsibility.
Staff Management
The success of any project depends on a well-constructed team. At JNS, we have the expertise to identify the specific skill sets required for each team member to ensure successful project completion. Whether you need a Project Manager, Safety Representative, Scheduler, or Document Controls Administrator, JNS can provide the right personnel to get the job done efficiently and effectively.
Professional Overview:
With 30 years of experience in Program Management, Estimating, Contract Management, and the Commercial Industrial/Manufacturing industries, I have been involved in multi million-dollar project developments, including design-build management, client coordination, and contract administration. I have a proven track record in base building of all types, machinery and equipment installation, site development, and interior construction. I oversee projects and schedules, coordinate design, and administer construction processes. Additionally, I coordinate Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural design with the Engineering Team and Clients. We specialize in helping clients understand construct-ability, feasibility, and sustainability, as understanding these factors is key to a successful project.
Experience:
Industrial Experience - As a Construction Consultant for GM Powertrain and Sustainable Work Facilities, I oversaw a large Engine and Transmission project with a construction management team of up to 12 staff members and a design team of 8 members. My responsibilities included field safety and supervision, estimating projects and field orders, processing RFIs, submittals, and field orders, generating macro and micro schedules, overseeing design, progress, layout, and scheduling meetings, and tracking project costs. Additional industrial clients included Chrysler Sterling Stamping, Auto Alliance Inc., and Avon Gear. Large-scale projects I managed included the L6 CSS Diesel Flint, Chrysler Sterling Stamp Press Addition, Ford Romeo LVL Addition, and HVL Aluminum Block.
Project Management Experience - I sought out, developed, and maintained strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, Tenants, and City Representatives. I developed and implemented policies and procedures for tracking safety, cost, quality, and schedule. I worked directly with Owners and Architects to achieve budgets through inventive and cost-effective value engineering. I effectively supported LEED projects to ensure accreditation was achieved. My responsibilities also included serving as the Safety Director with Synergy Group, Inc.
Estimating Experience - I generated multi million-dollar competitive estimates for land development, retail, municipal, institutional, entertainment, and multi-use projects. Clients included Macy’s, the City of Sterling Heights, the University of Toledo, Menards, General Motors, the City of Toledo, and Sinclair County. Budget estimating involved generating detailed scopes of work, conceptual plans and details, schedules, and alternate pricing.
Design Build Experience - My responsibilities included coordinating design information between the Tenant/Owner and Architect/Engineer, as well as conducting usability studies of land and land development. I generated specifications, project manuals, budgets, schedules, contracts, permit/construction documents, close out documents, and coordinated warranty issues with the Tenant/Owner. I facilitated permits and approvals from municipalities and oversaw the construction of the facilities. Large-scale projects included the MJR Theater Complex at 15 Mile and Van Dyke, the JH Hart Urban Forestry Complex, the Metro Wire Complex in Sterling Heights, and The Detroit Retirement Facility.
Past & Current Projects:
GM Warren Tech Center Metallurgy Laboratories - GM Future Program for Diesel ( A Design Build Project ) - GM Warren Tech Center, Rework Robot Labs and Training Cells. ( A Design Build Project ) GM Global Facilities, Generated PMP process and Trained PM’s GM Flint New CSS L6 Diesel Line o Included removal of the HFV6 line o A Design Build Project GM Bowling Green LTA, LT6/7 Engine Program GM Romulus Transmission, Retool Program, Capacity Increase GM Toledo Transmission, New Programs for Global Facilities o A Design Build Project GM Toledo Transmission, GF6 Capacity Increase Equipment install o A Design Build Project GM Toledo Transmission, 8 Speed Conversion o A Design Build Project GM Flint SGE, Scheduling for UAW Trades Metro Wire, Building and Warehouse Complete Avon Gear, Interior office, interior warehouse build-out Auto Alliance, Tire Transfer conveyor rework Ford Romeo Engine, LVL expansion and Equipment install Ford Romeo Engine, 3 Valve Head expansion and Equipment install Chrysler Sterling Stamping Plant expansion and press install Active Tool Press and Warehouse Expansion
RON BARGY
Ron Bargy, President of JNS Consultants, Inc., has a proven track record of successfully executing industrial, institutional, commercial, and retail construction projects across the United States for over 30 years. Starting from humble beginnings in Indiana, Ron was hired at the age of 17 to design and construct the Freuchte House, a private residence. He began his career in carpentry and quickly advanced through roles such as Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager. Over time, he mastered all aspects of estimating, project management, and contract management in both public and private construction, building a wealth of experience and expertise.
JNS Consultants, Inc. was named in honor of his greatest accomplishment - his three children.
Education & Certifications:
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Attended classes for a Master’s Degree in Business Administration
Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI
Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering
Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Attended the School of Architecture and Urban Planning
EIN # 82-4731651 Certified Storm Water Operator, Certificate # C-08954 Licensed Builder South Carolina #117308 National Commercial Building Contractor License OSHA 30 hour trained MUST Certified Dale Carnegie Course Microsoft Project Level 1 Certification ISO 9001 & 14000 Training Member United States Green Building Council Board Member of Oakland Township Historical District Council Vice President Homeowners Association for the Log Cabin Subdivision
Randy Seidel
Professional Overview
Results-oriented manager with a proven talent for managing cross-functional teams within manufacturing and product development activities. Accomplished in delivering quality designs and engineering systems that improve processes, reduce costs, and deliver measurable results. Demonstrates strong multi-organizational management skills, working with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Vehicle Design, and Information Technologies.
Education and Certificates
Central Michigan University (Mt. Pleasant, MI; Troy, MI Extension Program)
Master’s degree in the Science of Administration
Wayne State University – (Detroit, MI)
Bachelor of Science
Other
Focus HOPE – General Motors Mentor for Machinist Technology Institute
MOTT Community College – General Motors Representative to MOTT for National Science Foundation Grant Development.
Past Vice Chairman – Romeo Downtown Development Authority
Past Romeo Village Council Trustee
Experience
General Motors Corporation – Warren, Michigan
October 1989 - Present
Mar 19 – Present Area Manager Manufacturing Transformation
Engineering Labs and Education Training Facilities
Managed renovation/transformation of Manufacturing A/B buildings – Warren Technical Center
Transformed obsolete office/dated lab space into functional Lab Environments
Established Technical Learning University, Electrical Training and Conveyor College Centers for Skilled Trade and Salary Training
Define project scope, generate proposals, prepare review materials, present to leadership for approval and secured funding
Generate Scheduling for base building work and equipment installation
Estimate project cost/budgets - generate Bid Packages
Complete equipment removal, building renovation, utility updates, and equipment re-install
Introduced Safety Contract Management, Management of Change, G-Risk and G-Comply, to the Lab Environment.
Conduct monthly Safety Observation Tours and Tenant meetings to review issues and schedule upcoming activities.
Jan 12 – Nov 19 Engineering Group Manager
Layout – Reality Capture (LiDAR/Scanning) - Technology
Managed Layout development for all GM Assembly/Stamping/Powertrain facilities
Teams located in Warren and Pontiac – staff of 40 plus engineers
Developed an internal Scanning/LiDAR team comprised of subject matter experts, completely reinventing how Layouts were created and managed.
Scanning team was part of all installs and equipment re-work.
Managed a Technology Team that work with the Reality Capture and Layout teams to determine best methods for integration of new technologies into GM process.
Jan 01 – Jan 12 Engineering Group Manager/Technical Integration Engineer
Global Process Lead for Virtual Engineering and Robotic Simulation
Managed all technical Virtual Engineering applications associated with Manufacturing Engineering/Body.
Primary contact to Siemens USA for Virtual Engineering software development.
Drove the use of common software applications across manufacturing disciplines, leveraging lessons learned from Product Engineering. Reducing development costs and software proliferation.
Created standard documentation, training materials, and workload models for use globally. Provided training and established a “train the trainer” model for use with global partners.
Set and facilitated monthly reviews with global teams and provided quarterly updates to Senior Management.
Virtual Engineering Group Manager
Established Manufacturing Engineering Virtual Analysis Group within GMNA and Global Regions. Provided production services for both Virtual Engineering and Robotic Simulation.
Performed analysis early in the vehicle development cycle to verify product manufacturability. Resulting in the establishment of strong synergies between Manufacturing and Product Engineering.
Reduced the number of issues that surfaced during the Physical Build process, lowering the cost, and reducing time required to assemble pre-salable vehicle properties.
Developed work share agreement with General Motors Technical Center – India (GM-TCI). GM-TCI was leveraged to complete assessments within a reduced time frame and at lower costs. Leading to an increase in workload capabilities and a reduction in analytical costs.
Process/Design/Construction/Integration Group Manager
Managed engineering teams responsible for the process, design, construction, and integration of body shop tooling for the complete Body-in-White side of the assembly plant
Responsible for management of manpower, budgets, and overall project timing.
Required coordination of activities across multiple venues; internal, design suppliers, construction sources, and assembly facilities.
Delivered complete tooling systems to production facility on time, within budget and with “first time quality”, ensuring successful start-up.
Mar 98 – May 02 Engineering Group Manager/Supervisor – Product Engineering/Design
Design Group Manager for Production Design Support and Manufacturing Engineering Validation.
Managed three cross functional organizations which included, Assembly Plant Production Design Support, Weld Drawing/Study Development Team, and the Robotic Simulation Production Support Staff.
Staff totaled over 100 engineers and designers located across the corporation
Worked directly with Executive Management teams from Product and Manufacturing to create the vision for applying math-based designs within Manufacturing Engineering Midsize/Luxury Car Group (MLCG).
Responsible for the implementation of Unigraphics software within Body-in-White. Provided application support, data-management, standards/procedures, software training and on-site plant support.
Oct 89 – Mar 98 Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Welding, Standards, and Competitive Analysis
Responsible for Weld gun design support, co-development and maintenance of Electronic Weld Gun Selection program, migration of weld guns designs from manual to 3D.
Analyzed competitor’s manufacturing facilities, performed full vehicle tear down of competitive vehicles, performed analysis of GM body framing stations for flexible vehicle integration efforts, designed advancements into commercial power clamps for GM applications.
Creative Industries Group/Chrysler Corporation – Auburn Hills, Michigan
Aug 85 – Oct 89 Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Competitive Analysis Team
Katie Vega
Professional Overview
I am driven individual seeking a position with a competitive and challenging organization. An organization where I can leverage my past and current experience to further a career in the Construction Management Industry.
Education and Certificates
High School Diploma/Early College of Macomb Certification
Romeo Senior High School/Macomb Community College (June 2018)
Associates of General Studies
Macomb Community College, Macomb, MI (December 2019)
OSHA 30 Hour
Current Enrollment:
Bachelor of Science – Construction Management & General Business Minor
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI (Anticipated Graduation Spring of 2025)
Other
Fluent in Spanish
G-Risk
G-Comply
eSAP/Ariba
BIM 360
Microsoft 365 (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
Safety Contract Management
Management of Change
Document Control
Experience
JNS Consultants Inc. – Contracted to General Motors [February 2022 – Present]
Projects Supported:
Toledo BET Site 2/ Marion Press/ Fort Wayne: BIM 360 and ACC document control/coordination
Warren Technical Center (Manufacturing A/B) : Re-work of Robot/Advanced Engineering Labs Welding Training Cells
Pontiac Metal Center (Pontiac Flex Factory): Installation of Trumpf Flexible Manufacturing Equipment, Conveyor Systems install, Welding Training Cells, and completion of Safety Compliance documents.
Responsibilities Include:
Development and tracking of purchase orders throughout process,
Interface with Buyers – using the eSAP software Processing of Submittals, RFI’s, Field Orders, & Purchase Order Amendments
Development of G-Risk/G-Comply documents for multiple .
Conducting G-Risk and G-Comply reviews
Direct interface with Plant Safety Staff to ensure compliance to safety standards.
Providing general support to Manufacturing Engineering Installation team
Material procurement for the ME’s and Project Team.
Generating and distribution of Meeting Minutes.
Conducting “white board” reviews to track plant floor issues through completion
MV Landscaping LLC [May 2020 – February 2022]
Office Management – responsible for payroll, invoicing, scheduling, and document management.
Field Representative – review customer needs, assist in development of material list, creation of layouts, overall review of project before start of construction.
Aradondo Haskins II
Professional Overview
I have over 25 years of experience in construction and project management. My background includes new construction projects, renovation projects from rough-in to complete installation, design review and installation of manufacturing tools, AGV systems, and conveyor systems of all types. I have also held program management duties as an Owner’s Representative, overseeing the project from the pre-design phase through construction, commissioning, safety, cost management, and acceptance. I have worked alongside both in-house union skilled trades and contractor skilled trades.
Experience
Ford Motor Company - Michigan Assembly Plant to GM Toledo Assembly Plant and GM Global Technical Center
PROJECTS COST FROM 1OOK TO 2 BILLION
Involvement in development of the scope of work, to design, design build and complete install to launch.
Manage manpower of either UAW skilled trades or contractors and OEM’s in all disciplines (MEP and civil)
Managed/Oversee workforce size of 20 up to 500 a shift 8, 10 to 12 hours.
Design review and install AGV systems, magnetic systems, GPS systems, to underground power systems
Design review and install conveyor systems, power and free, EMS, OHT and skid – skillet conveyors
Design review and install robot cells of all sizes and functions
OSHA 30 Safety Certified
Proficient in MS office, CADD and P3 or MS schedule
Provide direction for all RFI/DCR
Manage documentation such as specifications and submittal
Assist in developing scope budget, track cost and resolve all change orders/field orders