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RAUL A. CANELOS

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email : ad3yk7@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Results-oriented Electric Design and Construction Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex electrical projects on time and within budget. Offering a diverse skill set encompassing electrical design, project management, and team leadership.. Possesses a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Recognized for fostering a culture of safety and quality in all project phases. Seeking an opportunity to leverage expertise to drive excellence in electrical design and construction for a forward-thinking organization. Relevant experience in transmission systems between 69 kV and 500 kV SKILLS

Electrical Engineering

AutoCAD and Design Software

Project Management

Budgeting and Cost Control

Electrical Codes and Standards

Technical Documentation

Construction Management

Risk Assessment

Testing and Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Conflict Resolution

Client Relations

Decision-Making

Quality Assurance

EXPERIENCE

Southern Company Georgia Power Company US 12/2023 - Current

Transmission Line planning, Cost Estimator, developed study and determine the costs and budgets of mean transmission power Projects. Experience in PLS CADD, STOMP, TRANSVIEW, TEAMS Estimator, etc. President of Konsiloj / Consulting group works independently - Remote, Worldwide 12/2021 – 11/2023

You will assist the preparation of specifications, calculations, drawings and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.

Coordinating and directing design engineers and technical staff to ensure that projects that you lead are executed successfully and in a timely manner.

Writing and editing technical reports and engineering studies.

Liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies and exercising project management skills.

Working in a development in an infrastructure in the various sectors Power delivery industries.

Engineering clients operates within, domestically and internationally. National Polytechnic School, resulting in a 95% satisfaction rate and increased demand for educational services.

Using tools like digsilent power factory for power flow analysis, short circuit analysis, primary and secondary system protection, forecasting and growing demand analysis.

General Manager / TRANSELECTRIC TRANSMISSION POWER COMPANY 09/2019 - 10/2021

Implemented strategic upgrades and maintenance programs resulting in a 15% improvement in transmission system efficiency.

Led cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, resulting in a reduction operational expenses annually.

Negotiated and secured agreements with five indigenous communities, enabling the smooth implementation of energy transmission projects in Ecuador's East and Coast regions.

Implemented advanced project management systems and improved coordination, leading to a 20% reduction in project delays and ensuring on-time project delivery.

Developed and executed comprehensive environmental strategies, policies, and practices, resulting in a 30% reduction in carbon emissions, aligning the organization with corporate sustainable development goals. Line Transmission/ substation Design Engineer / TRANSELECTRIC TRANSMISSION POWER COMPANY 06/2017 - 10/2021

• Proficient in modeling transmission lines using the PLS suite, including preparing route alignments, plan and profiles, and performing structural analysis.

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Detailed understanding of hardware assemblies, conductors, and structure detail drawings, along with the ability to develop Bills of Materials (BOMs). • Skilled in tower design, with experience in assembly, framing, loading, and design drawings for various transmission structures such as wood, FRP, concrete, and steel.

Hands-on experience in designing overhead high voltage and extra high voltage transmission lines, encompassing route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design and analysis, and creation of construction bid packages.

Knowledgeable in electrical studies related to transmission lines, including EMF, fault current, grounding, contaminants study, and clearance analysis.

Familiarity with lattice towers and the ability to effectively communicate with survey and GIS personnel.

Knowledgeable about industry standards governing transmission lines, including ASCE, ACI, IEEE, NESC, RUS Bulletins, and GO-95 compliance.

Conduct feasibility and planning studies. Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates, including engineering, materials, and construction. Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.

Substation design, including protection system design, control system design, and SCADA system integration.

Substation, selection bus bars schemes configuration, analysis in function of reliability and economical and risk calculation.

Terrain and soil identification and get the transmission line way in agreement with the environmental impact study teams.

Selection of vertices, or line angle changes, determination and selection of support structures.

Conductor sizing, selection of the best alternative for conductor installation and operation work.

Location of tangent and angle structures, span studies, and determination of working condition of the transmission line Using PLS CADD.

Installation and specifications of assembly, and construction of civil works.

Specification of structures and civil works for bidding

Cost estimation of all stages of the Project (Design, Procurement, operation).

Analysis of presentation of tender offers, selection and report. Project Manager / Private Consulting Company GREEN ENERGY, GEODATA 12/2015 - 08/2017

Accelerated project timeline, delivering a 10MW solar array installation two months ahead of the original deadline.

Optimized resource allocation, resulting in a 10% reduction in project costs, saving approximately while maintaining quality standards.

Successfully navigated complex regulatory requirements, securing all necessary permits and approvals, ensuring project compliance and avoiding costly delays.

Introduced project management software, enhancing collaboration and communication among stakeholders, reducing response times by 30%, and improving project efficiency.

Utilized data analysis to identify and address underperforming solar panels, leading to a 15% increase in energy production, equivalent to an additional 2MW of clean energy generation annually. Construction Project Manager / Construction of Coca Codo Sinclair 01/2010 - 12/2015

Led a team in the successful construction of a 1500 MW electrical power plant, finishing the project 6 months ahead of the original schedule.

Optimized material procurement processes, reducing project costs by 12% while maintaining quality and compliance with industry standards.

Improved team productivity by 20% through regular performance assessments and targeted skill development initiatives. Project Supervisor / HYDROELECTRIC POWER PROJECT MANDURIACU 01/2006 - 12/2009

Led the end-to-end management of a 60 MW power plant project, ensuring it was completed within a strict 24-month timeline.

Oversaw the construction and installation of a high-voltage transmission line, resulting in an improved power distribution system.

Ensured the power plant and electrical system operate at peak efficiency, with a consistent uptime rate of 99.5% over a 12-month period.

EDUCATION

Master of Science: Business Administration in Electrical Power Project 12/2007 National School Polytechnic - Ecuador

Bachelor of Science: Electrical Engineering, 1981

National School Polytechnic, - Ecuador

CERTIFICATIONS

Certification by CIEEPI as Electrical Engineer

SERCOP Certification Master Degree

EPN Certification Information Technology

PART-TIME UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR AT THE FACULTY OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.

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Professor of Energy Transmission Systems

PMP Project Management Techniques

English Spanish spoken, some Italian

REFERENCES

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