CARLOS R. VARGAS
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Mississauga, ON M2K 1E8 ********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering with over 10 years of progressive experience in project coordination roles for large commercial, institutional and residential (high-rise) projects
Leading abilities and excellent supervisory and coordination skills with proven experience in overseeing the construction of a site from the ground-up
Proven experience in leading a construction project team and liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, trades and other stakeholders through all phases of a construction project
Excellent problem solving skills combined with visualization skills to clearly communicate ideas and goals to others
Proficiency in MS Suite, MS Project, Outlook, Acrobat writer, and REVIT-BIM
Full understanding of building code, building science and construction methods
Innovative, energetic and enthusiastic with proven ability to assume additional responsibilities and quickly adapt to challenges, acquire new knowledge and develop useful expertise
Excellent team building and interpersonal skills and proven ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness (Certified by OHSA-Toronto) Construction Planning and Scheduling (George Brown College) Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, - Nueva Esparta University, Venezuela Building Inspection, - Civil Engineering Association, Venezuela Advanced Program of Inspection of Civil Works, - Metropolitana University, Venezuela Ontario Building Code (George Brown College)
REVIT-BIM (Humber College)
Estimation I & II (George Brown College)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Project Coordinator – Procurement Mgmt 2016 – current TRI-KRETE Ltd, Toronto
Assisted Site Super with the compliance of the daily production goal (panels erected)
Assisted site crews with daily requirements such tools, safety equipment, cranes, hoists
Assisted Plant Manager with the compliance of the daily production goal (poured panels)
Assisted Plant Manager in the procurement of material for daily production
Requested from different suppliers testing material reports
Administrated shop (Production and Erection) drawings submission and changes of order
Performed up-to-date cost report (including PO and invoicing process)
Assured the reception of equipment, machinery and material on time and in accordance to the weekly production schedule
Evaluated with PM prices and quotes from suppliers and trades
Monitored field work, including subcontractors works, to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, specifications and codes
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (cont.)
Project Coordinator – Estimator 2014 – 2015
METTKO, Toronto
Successfully completed several Bid process for private and public clients
Assisted to PM in selection of bidder for tendering process
Reviewed and analyzed documentation (drwgs-specs) for bonding and insurance requirement
Evaluated with PM prices and quotes from suppliers and trades
Administrated RFP, RFI, PO, Change of order and shop drawing process
Supported site staff on daily basis activities at multiple sites (labours and equipment)
Assisted in closeout procedures tracking and gathering the required documentation
Contributed to the development of a construction plan and manage subcontractor activities
Prepared and assisted in tracking of schedule milestones status Construction Project Manager /Site Superintendent 2008 - 2014 Castillo-Salazar & Associated
Effectively managed and supervised all aspects of the construction of 2 High rise Luxury Residential and 3 Commercial Building Complexes (55k sq.m), including initial design, permits, bids, creating budget, scheduling construction and overseeing field operations
Controlled over schedule and cost of the daily operation
Performed operational plans to give support to crews and foreman in different phases of the project
Coordinated project and subcontractor teams as large as 120 workers per site; supervised sub-trades, workers and suppliers to ensure that they performed their work in accordance with their contracts
Handled progress and QC information for the Project’s stakeholders
Planned and programmed the daily activities of construction supervision staff
Assisted personnel on site, staff, sub-contractors, trades, inspectors
Managed multiple projects at once, completing each on schedule and under budget
Worked closely with designers and architects to ensure project was built in accordance with contract documents
Project Engineer 2006 – 2007
VHICOA – BOVIS – LEND & LEASE, Port Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
Planned, organized and managed the erection of 4,000 tons of structure steel for Renaissance at Shore land Project (Twin high rise buildings), West Morris, Port Spain
Supervised the QA/QC performance (AISC)
Assisted Superintendent with the compliance of the daily goal (tons erected)
Supervised and promoted the strict following of site safety procedures
Managed on-site labour and material
Procurement from ADF-Canada of heavy steel material for structure erection (steel trusses, IPN, HEA)
Logistic plan for allocation, certification and monitoring of cranes performance (towers and trucks)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Venezuelan Engineers Association (CIV#110.229) Project Manager Institute (#2707754)