Kevin I. Short, Founder & CEO
Kevin, a lifelong Alaskan, is the founder and CEO of Kilak Solutions, a firm launched in 2024 to guide small construction businesses into federal contracting. With a remarkable 20-year career in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, retiring as a First Sergeant, Kevin served in construction companies and battalions, leading over 300 Soldiers and project personnel in austere environments. His service included multiple combat tours in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Iraq, and Afghanistan, earning him two Bronze Stars for his actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Managing over $30M in assets, Kevin’s leadership ensured mission success under the most challenging conditions.
Rising from a heavy equipment operator to project manager, Kevin has managed over 40 construction projects worldwide, valued at more than $140M. His portfolio spans industrial, vertical, horizontal, heavy civil, and national defense radar and missile field construction, with a focus on tropical and arctic environments. His expertise includes quality control, fiscal management, safety, project management, scheduling, pre-construction, estimating, and proposals, delivering projects that exceed construction standards.
Kevin’s proficiency in USACE Resident Management System (RMS) 3.0, alongside tools like Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, Heavy Bid/Heavy Jobs, RSMeans, and Microsoft Office suites, ensures precision and compliance. He has completed over $140M in estimates and proposals, achieving an impressive 25%+ award rate, a testament to his strategic acumen.
At Kilak Solutions, Kevin leverages his global experience to provide tailored services, from SAM.gov enrollment to RMS 3.0 implementation, empowering clients with innovative tools and strategies. His commitment to mentoring small businesses reflects his dedication to industry excellence and client success, rooted in his Alaskan resilience and military discipline.
Contact Kilak Solutions to partner with Kevin and achieve your federal contracting goals.
Renz B. Do, Project Manager
Renz C. Do is a seasoned construction industry professional with over 8 years of experience, specializing in Federal projects encompassing electrical, heavy civil, marine, vertical, industrial, and fire protection. He has held key roles including Civil Engineer, Quality Control Manager, Superintendent, and Assistant Project Manager, demonstrating versatility and leadership. Renz has successfully supervised teams of up to 50 construction professionals on high-stakes projects valued at over $75M. His expertise in scheduling, estimating, and proposal development has contributed to the submission of over $70M in bids, achieving an impressive award rate exceeding 25%. Proficient in industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, RMS 3.0, MS Project, and various construction software, Renz is recognized as a technically superior engineer with a keen ability to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring project success.
