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Letztes Update: 06.09.2022

Civil Structural Enginner & Project Manager

Abschluss: BSc in Civil Structural Engineering, MSc in Project Management
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Sprachkenntnisse: englisch (verhandlungssicher) | spanisch (Muttersprache)

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Skills

A dedicated, dynamic and highly motivated project and structural engineering professional combining 30 years’ industry experience with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, in full, on budget and in line with client expectations. Expertise in the high rise building and the oil & gas industries on a global scale having delivered major construction projects on residential, industrial and office buildings.

A natural leader who manages and motivates multidisciplinary teams to achieve common aims and able to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously through effective planning and organisation skills. A wealth of construction, maintenance and health & safety management knowledge and strong financial acumen with the ability to implement highly cost-effective solutions for high value projects.

Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and builds positive relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders in multicultural environments using fluency in both English and Spanish.

Areas of Expertise include:
  • Structural Engineering & Analysis
  • Seismic Analysis
  • Civil Calculations

Projekthistorie

01/2019 - bis jetzt
AIRPORT OPERATIONS CONTROL CENTER (AOCC) PROJECT MANAGER
AODC Consulting S.A., Tocumen T2 Project • Panamá (Transport und Logistik, 50-250 Mitarbeiter)

Overseeing and developing input for design development of the AOCC (The command, coordination and control centre for the whole airport which integrates the diverse processes relating to the three major operational areas: passenger, baggage and cargo, and aircraft systems) identified in preconstruction and early phase design. Review and evaluate Special Systems designs and interface with designers and subcontractors to ensure quality and conformance of the installation to user requirements. Manage and lead the execution and installation of the special systems work and its coordination with the balance of the project. Communicate and interface closely with the client to develop positive relationships and cooperation.  Manage special systems testing process and interface closely with TIA and government representatives and outsourcing consultants. Process, evaluate, monitor, and control changes to the work for the Airport Special Systems.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Liaised with Tocumen Airport Operations, Maintenance and IT departments to ensure a joined-up approach to project work and clear channels of communication.
  • Collaborated with administrative & operations systems subcontractors and ensured facility safety, completion under budget and time requirements, as per public, aeronautical and corporate safety regulations.
  • Calculated & developed accurate cost estimates and evaluated proposed changes to approved plans & specifications.

01/2017 - 12/2018
SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER FOR NON-PROCESS INFRASTRUCTURES
FIRST QUANTUM MINERALS, COBRE PANAMÁ PROJECT

A Canadian based Mining/Metals Company with principal activities of mineral exploration, development, and mining.

SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER FOR NON-PROCESS INFRASTRUCTURES
Directed all the activities related to the project's civil and structural engineering aspects, which included devising and
implementing effective plans, designs, layouts and project specifications and proposals. Actively plan, review and
schedule project, which contributed to overall and on time project completion. Effectively observed and recorded existing
conditions and verified measurements. Diligently oversaw design/draft activities and produced drawings/sketches for
designers and drafters.
Key Accomplishments:
* Efficiently conducted research on design options, reviewed IFC drawings, and ensured best possible constructional
and maintenance-oriented design.
* Regularly liaised with departments, which included Operations, Mining and MEP, to ensure a joined-up approach to
project work and clear channels of communication.
* Attended meetings to resolve issues, liaised with clients and stakeholders, and built and maintained robust working
relationships with the all parties.

01/2016 - 01/2017
STRUCTURAL PROJECT ENGINEERING LEADER
PETROBELL INC.

Carried out oil exploration and exploitation activities in the Tigüino Block, located in the Amazon of Ecuador, 107 km
south of the city of Francisco de Orellana (Ciudad del Coca).

STRUCTURAL PROJECT ENGINEERING LEADER
Instrumental in management of all project's civil and structural engineering aspects for the National Ecuadorian Oil &
Gas Industry, which included devising and implementing effective plans, designs, layouts and project specifications and
proposals. Conducted field work such as observation, recording existing conditions, and verifying measurements.
Key Accomplishments:
* Resourcefully completed structural design and analysis calculations to ensure compliance with all governing codes,
safety standards and engineering formulas while identifying any areas for improvement.
* Closely liaised with other departments, including architectural, mechanical and electrical, to ensure a joined-up
approach to project work and clear channels of communication.

01/2015 - 01/2016
RESIDENT ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT)
CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS GROUP

Highly skilled engineering and architectural company oriented to client's satisfaction, perfectly capacitated to bring
their best results to clients and stakeholders, with more than 30 years of experience in Panama in the commercial and
residential building construction industry.
RESIDENT ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT)
Assertively led structural civil works for South Plaza Mall project, which included grading, foundations, structural steel
construction, and external works. Directed all elements of the planning and construction phases by subcontractors to
ensure optimal efficiency and quality.
Key Accomplishments:
* Consistently ensured project progression in line with time, cost, and quality requirements while resolving any issues.
* Collaborated with construction subcontractors and ensured facility safety, completion under budget and time
requirements, as per public and corporate safety regulations.
* Calculated requirements and identified key factors in planning and construction civil work tasks to ensure minimum
delays and resolution of issues.
* Effectually managed all financial aspects of the project, which included preparing cost forecasts, quantities,
engineering equipment budget and labour requirements for all assigned building projects.

01/2008 - 01/2015
PROJECT ENGINEER CONSULTANT III
STANTEC (FORMERLY PROCESSES UNLIMITED)

Designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community,
creativity, and client relationships.
PROJECT ENGINEER CONSULTANT III
Directed all the structural civil design and field inspections of multidisciplinary oil and gas projects to ensure maximum
quality and accuracy in line with expectations. Managed all aspects of the project's civil and structural engineering by
devising and implementing effective plans, designs, layouts and project specifications and proposals. Utilized computerassisted
engineering and design software to prepare engineering design documents, including SAP and RISA 3D.
Key Accomplishments:
* Successfully managed all phases of projects and civil detailed engineering works across various sites and projects.
* Calculated/developed accurate cost estimates and evaluated proposed changes to approved plans/specifications.
* Conducted research on design options, reviewed fabrication shop drawings, and ensured best possible
maintenance-oriented design.
* Liaised with architectural, mechanical, and electrical departments to ensure a joined-up approach to project work
and clear channels of communication.

01/2006 - 01/2008
DISCIPLINE PROJECT LEADER (STRUCTURAL DEPARTMENT)
G&C CONSTRUCTIONS AND CONSULTING

An uprising leader in the construction industry, priding itself on delivering excellent service and quality workmanship.
DISCIPLINE PROJECT LEADER (STRUCTURAL DEPARTMENT)
Tasked with leading structural civil works for multidisciplinary oil and gas projects elaboration for PDVSA, including pipe
corridor bridges, concrete retaining walls, administrative and pumping stations, control buildings, office buildings and
industrial buildings at oil and gas stations. Determined requirements and identified key factors in planning and
designing civil work specifications to ensure minimum delays and resolution of issues.
Key Accomplishments:
* Supervising all elements of the planning and construction phases by design engineers, project engineers and CAD
technicians to ensure optimal efficiency and quality
* Ensuring on time project progression in line with time, cost and quality requirements and resolving any issues as
they arise to keep project on track
* Researching, testing, measuring and analysing patterns on various elements and other environmental conditions
to provide assessments on civil engineering factors and planning
* Managing project financial aspects, including preparing cost forecasts, quantities, engineering equipment budget
and labour requirements for all assigned building projects

Reisebereitschaft

Verfügbar in den Ländern Panama
Travel availability depending project duration and location.

Sonstige Angaben

A dedicated, dynamic and highly motivated project and structural engineering professional combining 30 years’ industry experience with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, in full, on budget and in line with client expectations. Expertise in the high rise building and the oil & gas industries on a global scale having delivered major construction projects on residential, industrial and office buildings. A natural leader who manages and motivates multidisciplinary teams to achieve common aims and able to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously through effective planning and organization skills. A wealth of construction, maintenance and health & safety management knowledge and strong financial acumen with the ability to implement highly cost-effective solutions for high value projects. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and builds positive relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders in multicultural environments using fluency in both English and Spanish.
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