Brandon Watkins
Focused graduate pursuing an entry level civil engineering position in a
fast-paced organization where excellence and quality is relevant. Posses the ability to analyze and solve design complexities. ***************@*****.***
2518 Central Dr. Apt 1612, Bedford, Tx
EDUCATION
01/2014 – 12/2017
Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering
Lamar Univeristy
Beaumont, TX
Auto-CAD, Reinforced
Concrete Deign, Structural
Analysis, Steel Design,
Transportation
Hydrology, Hydraulics,
Environmental Design,
Foundations, Wastewater
Design
Minor in Mathematics- General
Lamar University
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Development of Optimized Compressed Earth Blocks for Southeast Texas Area (08/2016 – 05/2017)
Performed mechanics and materials related analysis on compressed earth blocks.
Calculated wind loads for compressed earth blocks in accordance with ASCE-7-10.
Tested compressed earth blocks with 7, 14, and 28 day compressive tests.
Wastewater Treatment Proposal (01/2016 – 05/2016)
Designated a 6 acre plot of land for wastewater treatment plant. Designed for 6WJFS Vertical Non -Clog Centrifugal Pump System with maximum flow rate estimated 7 cubic feet/min.
Computed aeration tank to add a projected 3400 kg/day of Diatomic Oxygen for Activated Sludge Process.
WORK EXPERIENCE
12/2017 – Present
Scaffolder
Apache Industrial Service
Lake Charles, LA
Designing and erecting scaffolds with proper bracing and building-tie back to comply with service loading by OSHA safety requirements.
05/2015 – 12/2017
Lead Parking Lot Attendant
HEB Grocery
Beaumont, TX
Gathered carts and provided customer service in parking lot of the grocery store.
SKILLS
Drafting Communication Project Coordinator
Technical Writing Leadership Editor Mentor
ACHIEVEMENTS
1st place at Lamar University’s 4th Annual Undergraduate Research Expo
For “Development of Optimized Compressed Earth Block for Southeast Texas Area” project.
ORGANIZATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers (08/2011 – 05/2016) Student Member
Architecture, Construction, & Engineering (A.C.E.) Mentor Program (08/2009 – 05/2011)
Member
Architectural Career Development Program
(08/2007 – 05/2011)
Student
Steve Harvey Mentoring Program for Young Men
(04/2013 – 09/2013)
Mentor
SOFTWARE SKILLS
Auto-CAD (Architecture & Civil 3D)
Microsoft Office
Sketch-Up
STAAD
APPLICABLE MANUALS/CODES
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7-10
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
International Building Code (IBC)
New Mexico Earthern Materials Building Code
Coursework
Tasks
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