Engineer Quality Assurance
Resume:
Albert Agbulos, M.Sc., E.I.T.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 825 - 3022 (mobile)
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SKILLS
- Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, written and verbal
communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to learn new software quickly
- Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, highly motivated, well-organized,
performance-driven, problem-solver
- Knowledge of construction processes
EDUCATION
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Master of Science in Construction Engineering & Management,
June 2003
- Thesis: Framework for Improving Productivity of Drainage
Operations Maintenance Crews
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; co-operative
program, June 2001
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Land Development Desktop (AutoDesk), BAHM (Bay Area Hydrology Model),
Hydraflow, AutoLUX, AutoTurn, IVARA Enterprise Asset Management, MS
Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and
Access), Timberline, Primavera Project Planner, Simphony 1.05,
TimerPalm
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sandis Oakland,
California, USA
Design Engineer
November 2007 - September 2008
- Planned and designed transportation of hydraulic systems and
structures, following construction and government standards, using
design software and drawing tools
- Analyzed survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial
photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan land
development projects (colleges, medical facilities, parking lots, and
roadways)
- Designed pier foundations for roadway lighting as well as lighting
layout for optimal coverage
- Prepared Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans for submittal
- Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to
determine project feasibility
- Assisted project engineer in responding to Requests For Information in
a timely manner
Scheffer Andrew Ltd. Edmonton,
Alberta, Canada
Construction Project Engineer
April 2005 - October 2007
- Inspected project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance
to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards
- Coordinated contractors, utility companies, and testing of soils and
materials to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations,
concrete, and asphalt
- Provided technical advice regarding design, construction, and
repairs to site personnel
- Chaired and maintained meeting minutes for weekly site meetings
with owners, contractors, and local authorities
- Conducted overall site inspections with local authorities subsequent
to the completion of construction
- Developed spreadsheets for water and drainage networks testing
procedures
- Estimated quantities and cost breakdowns for infrastructure
appraisal and feasibility
- Coordinated and submitted proper documentation preparation for
approval
EPCOR Water Services Inc - Technical Services
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Technical Services Engineer September 2003
- April 2005
- Developed and implemented formal scheduling process for water
distribution operations crews - increased productivity, improved
flexibility in workforce
- Conducted data analyses to forecast workload and assisted in budget
preparation
- Produced work prioritization model (valve repair priority matrix)
- Optimized vehicle fleet capacity in order to reduce overhead costs
- Updated online training procedures
- Developed key performance indicator reports for a work management
software
- Coordinated and facilitated meetings with various levels of
management
University of Alberta, Construction Engineering & Management Group
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant
September 2001 - May 2003
- Co-authored two computer simulation conference technical papers and
ASCE journal paper based on thesis
- Assisted in teaching project management and coordinated help
sessions for undergraduate students
- Conducted time and ergonomic studies to improve the efficiency of
drainage operations work crews through the development and
implementation of productivity standards
- Presented at the International Winter Construction Symposium
Exposition
UNIVERSITY WORK EXPERIENCE
BP (formerly British Petroleum)
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Engineering Department Assistant
January 2000 - April 2000
- Assisted in the implementation of a materials maintenance system
- Developed training program for Best Practice in the Management of
Change
- Compiled and maintained compressor data in a database
Syncrude Canada Ltd.
Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Structural Engineering Assistant
September 1999 - December 1999
- Assisted in the design and planning of rigging configurations and
crane lift studies
- Maintained and modified crane operation data in a database
Thurber Engineering
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Engineering Student
May 1999 - August 1999
- Conducted field and lab quality assurance tests on construction
materials and analysis using tools and equipment and applying
engineering knowledge
- Supervised construction projects to ensure geotechnical parameters met
local specifications
- Maintained positive relations with contractor to keep construction
process proactive
AMEC
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Engineering Student May
1998 - December 1998
- Conducted field and lab quality assurance tests on construction
materials and analysis using tools and equipment and applying
engineering knowledge
- Supervised construction projects to ensure geotechnical parameters met
local specifications
- Maintained positive relations with contractor to keep construction
process proactive
- Conducted several traffic paint tests (reflectivity, glass bead
roundness)
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