Ramon M. Bosquez
Urb. Limajo, Calle Celita, Casa #192 * Ciudad de Panama * Panama
********@*****.*** * +507-****-****
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/ON-SITE PROJECT MANAGER
Results oriented, resourceful, and flexible project management professional with 17-year record of successfully overseeing all phases of multimillion-dollar infrastructure, residential, and commercial construction projects for government and private-sector clients. Possessing excellent planning and time management skills as well as interpersonal skills applied to profitably and efficiently complete projects.
An adaptable and reliable professional seeking to continue in the project management track of the industry after having served 3+ years in the Contracts Department for the consortium in charge of the $3.2B expansion of the Panama Canal. KEY SKILLS
Project & Site Management Scheduling
Site Safety & Compliance Subcontractor/Crew Supervision
QA/QC Management Budgeting & Cost Control
Change Order Management Bidding & Estimating
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
The Panama Canal Third Set of Locks Project (GUPC) – $3.2B Expansion of the Panama Canal consisting of new locks in both the Pacific and Atlantic sides.
Marine Works 1/2- Port of Balboa, Phase 4 Expansion (IMI) – $60M of the $300M Port of Balboa expansion consisting of dock expansions and additions.
Melones Oil Terminal Inc., Bunker Fuel Transfer Pier (IMI) – $16M construction of a transfer pier in Isla Melones along with the installation of dock appurtenances.
Boundary Waters Park Sports Complex (Hogan) – $4M construction of a multi- purpose Douglas County recreational park with baseball fields, soccer fields, and children’s playground.
335 West Ponce de Leon (BCC) – $9M Six level condominiums with retail ground level located in downtown Decatur, GA.
Petroleos y Asfaltos Cordex S.A. (Chile) Facilities (PDM) – $40M 18 storage tanks bunker fuel and asphalt storage and distribution facilities in Puerto Ventanas, Chile.
EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY
Grupo Unidos Por El Canal October 2012 to Present
Panama City, Republic of Panama
Claims Quantum Engineer preparing quantification for various claims, substantiating the requested financial entitlement. Tasks include the research and collection of information through the various departments to substantiate quantum. Participate in client meetings to explain how the information is presented. Prepare monthly progress updates of claims included with payment applications. Participate in Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB) hearings to resolve disputes once negotiations with the client fail to reach a solution. Tarsco, Inc. February 2012 to October 2012
Puerto Vacamonte, Republic of Panama
Project Manager for future steel storage tank construction projects. Competitively bid EPC projects in the $25M-$50M range in Central America. Responsibilities included tender research, preparation, and presentation.
Intercostal Marine, Inc. October 2007 to February 2012 Panama City, Republic of Panama
Project Manager on marine construction project of $16M value after starting out as a QA-QC Manager/Project Engineer on +$50M projects. Managed crews up to 150 including administrative staff and general laborers. Supervised precast concrete (pre-stressed) fabrication operations at local plants.
Hogan Construction Group October 2006 to October 2007 Norcross, GA, USA
Project Manager on institutional construction projects of values around $4M. Reviewed contracts, scopes of work, and insurance requirements for compliance. Managed project scope changes, scheduling and costs. Reviewed and approved subcontractor and vendor invoicing and was responsible for client invoicing.
Ritchey Enterprises, Inc. January 2006 to September 2006 Atlanta, GA, USA
Project Manager on simultaneous retail projects of values up to $200K. Managed crews up to 15 including carpenters, painters, and general laborers. Supervised subcontractors and supplier installations.
Batson-Cook Company March 1999 to September 2006
Atlanta, GA, USA
Project Manager on downtown Decatur(GA) multi-level condominiums. Performed tasks from project buy-out, to submittals and change order management to project closeout. Managed project scope changes with their associated scheduling and costs implications. Reviewed and approved subcontractor and vendor invoicing and prepared client applications for payment. Conducted project site walk-throughs and meetings with clients and subcontractors. Previous assignments were as Project Engineer and Assistant Project Manager on a variety of projects such as office buildings, academic buildings, and religious facilities. PDM Engineered Construction (Chile) July 1998 to March 1999 The Woodlands, TX, USA
Field Engineer on construction of a South American bunker fuel and asphalt storage facility. Perfomed site layout, interpreted engineering plans, and completed as-built sheets and plans. Received and prepared inventory of all materials and equipment received from abroad. Ensured that the installation process was carried in accordance to the drawings. Coordinated and performed hydrostatic testing of the facilities.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Georgia Institute of Technology – Atlanta, GA
BS in Civil Engineering, 1998
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Countries of Work Experience – Chile, Panama, Unites States Languages –Fluent in English and Spanish
Software Knowledge – AutoCAD (Basic), Prolog Manager (Intermediate), Primavera P6
(Basic), Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Intermediate) OSHA 10 Hours
First Aid/CPR
References Available Upon Request