Gary Bloom
About Gary Bloom
Gary Bloom serves as the Conventional Facilities Manager at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in managing the development of scientific facilities, particularly for the Second Target Station project.
Work at UT-Battelle
Gary Bloom has been employed at UT-Battelle since 2005, serving as a Project Manager for 19 years. In this role, he manages the development of over 350,000 gross square feet of new scientific facilities as part of the Second Target Station project. His responsibilities include overseeing the design, build, installation, and commissioning of these facilities, ensuring that projects meet specified requirements and timelines.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Since 2018, Gary Bloom has held the position of Conventional Facilities Manager at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, TN. In this capacity, he is responsible for managing various aspects of facility development and operations. His role involves significant oversight of projects related to the Second Target Station, contributing to the advancement of scientific research infrastructure.
Previous Experience at Pilot Travel Centers
Before his tenure at UT-Battelle, Gary Bloom worked at Pilot Travel Centers as a Senior Development Manager from 1994 to 2005, accumulating 11 years of experience in facility management and development. This role provided him with a solid foundation in project management and operational oversight, which he has applied in his subsequent positions.
Education and Expertise
Gary Bloom studied Civil Engineering at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1987 to 1991. His educational background in civil engineering supports his expertise in facility design and project management, particularly in the context of large-scale scientific projects.
Recruitment and Team Development
As part of his role in the Second Target Station project, Gary Bloom is involved in the recruitment of experienced facility design engineers and project managers. This aspect of his work emphasizes his commitment to building a skilled team capable of executing complex facility projects effectively.