GABRIELA RODRIGUEZ ROSARIO
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Lake Mary Fl 32746-2379 Email: *.****************@*****.*** ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER
Highly accomplished professional with a history of leading multi-million dollar environmental engineering projects to successful completion as a consultant for public and private organizations. Recognized as a leading Environmental EIT with expertise in the analysis and design of systems, components, and processes for solid waste, hazardous, wastewater, water supply, air pollution, and environmental engineering projects. Known for solving complex engineering problems, and effectively evaluating the impact of design alternatives on the environment and society. Demonstrated history of developing environmental and civil endorsement programs that meet organization needs as well as local and federal regulations. Team leader with a solid reputation for establishing positive relationships with professionals at all levels of an organization. Feature effective public speaking and writing skills. Committed to meeting ethical and professional principles in accordance with government and industry standards. AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Water Resources Engineering
Air Pollution Control
Solid Waste Management
Water Supply Engineering
Hazardous Waste Management
Environmental Toxicology
Impact Assessments
Wastewater Engineering
Design & Process Analysis
Modern Technologies
Design Alternatives
Environmental Management
KEY SKILLS ASSESSMENT
PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS – Revamped organizations by introducing process improvements such as the following: an Industrial Waste Minimization Plan; machinery improvements with an expected increase of a 93.7% on resale metal scrap value; and a health program to improve third shift production. COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS – Leader in conducting competitive analysis with a focus on researching and comparing products and services to meet industrial and solid waste management budgetary needs and limitations. PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Steered clients to take final decisive actions by applying solid project management, Six Sigma, and DMAIC process knowledge to develop and implement environmentally significant projects. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GRR SERVICES (FORMERLY GIG CORP.), VEGA BAJA, PR 2005 – PRESENT ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT
Manage regulatory compliance for multiple, simultaneous environmental engineering projects – valued at more than
$9.3 million – as an independent consultant for municipalities, engineering firms, industries, and private individuals. Administer all GRR Services operations including operational, financial, and administrative functions.
Secure client contracts by applying first-class public speaking skills when delivering sales presentations on devised project plans, as well as following up to ensure client needs and goals were satisfied
Establish environmental impact of project construction and operation by conducting thorough field surveys
Collaborate with clients to achieve permits according to project construction timeline
Improve environmental quality during construction and project execution by applying best management methods
Supported the project engineer in the development of a procedure to determine compliance of regulations for an existing industrial emergency relief venting system
Led the assessment certification process for industrial hazardous waste accumulation tanks
Teamed up with the audit compliance department to serve as a technical resource for industrial programs
Generated a strong referral system by establishing trusting relationships with municipalities, industry, agencies, designers, consultants, and key clients based on rock-solid performance
Effectively prepare and submit environmental endorsements to federal agencies (USACE, EPA, SHPO, and FWS) GABRIELA RODRIGUEZ ROSARIO Resume, Page 2
Submitted civil and environmental endorsements to state agencies such as the Integrated Permit System (former ARPE), The Natural and Environmental Resources Department (DRNA), The Environmental Quality Board (JCA), The PR Planning Board (JP), The PR Aqueduct and Sewer System Agency (PRASA), The Culture Institute of Puerto Rico, and Fire and Health Departments
Prepare and submitted environmental compliance plans such as NPDES permits, MS4’s, SPCC Plans, Joint Permit Application, Consultation under the Coastal Zone Management Program, Terrestrial Cortex Removal Permits
(TCRP), Environmental Impact Assessments, Underground Injection Control (UIC), Air Quality Program Plans, Construction Project Consultation under Section 7, and Lighting Plans
Operational business basic permits counseling to individuals as a volunteer seminarist at the Business Institute for Women.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Engineering, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, Hato Rey, PR Bachelor of Science, Biological Science, Microbial Technology Concentration, University of Puerto Rico, Arecibo, PR Certifications: Engineer in Training, Registered Environmental Manager, Hazwoper 40-Hours (General Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response), Hazwoper-8 hours Refresher