Electrical Engineer/Traffic Engineer/Project Manager

Viorel Bucuresteanu

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Electrical Engineer/Traffic Engineer/Project Manager

Versatile, accomplished traffic engineer with 35+ years of experience as an electrical engineer and 20+ years of experience in traffic engineering and project management. Proven track record of implementing and overseeing complex engineering tasks ranging from traffic lights and pedestrian systems to infrastructure construction of multi-million dollar projects. Comprehensive knowledge of advanced traffic engineering principles and practices and their application to municipal public works projects, as well as corresponding local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines. Proven track record of completing large-scale traffic engineering projects on time and under budget. Strong expertise in electrical engineering, power distribution networks, lighting systems, and electrical installations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Procore and Timberline. Core competencies include:

Electric Power Engineering Project Management

Traffic Engineering Budgeting/Cost Control

Power Distribution Systems Impact Analysis

Electric Power Calculations Staff Supervision & Training

Electrical Materials and Equipment Evaluations Safety Evaluations

Professional Experience

North Arrow Inc., Washington, DC September 2023 – Present

Facilities Assessor

Integral team member involved in assessing electrical systems for federal buildings and other federal compounds:

Collecting specific data in the field using various devices for storage

Imputing data in databases, in accordance with clients’ requirements

Evaluate in all aspects the actual and future status of various assets, proposing actions and budgets for their maintenance and or development, using specific software (Builder, Digon)

B&B Signal Company LLC, Manassas, VA December 2017 – August 2023

Project Manager

In charge with all aspects of managing and supervising projects involving building, renewal, upgrading and maintenance of Intelligent Transportation Systems, traffic lights, street lights, fiber-optic communication, electrical services and other specific systems for VDOT and other Northern Virginia Jurisdictions Transportation Authorities:

●Working multiple projects simultaneously

●Overseeing the projects beginning with the permitting and initial planning phase through completion

●Studying projects specifications to determine appropriate construction methods

●Responsible, along with general contractor, for organizing and overseeing all facets of the project, ensuring timely completion

●Creating and maintaining specific project documentation, preparing and submitting budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports

●Ensuring resources availability and proper allocation

●Measuring project performance using specific software

●Managing changes in project scope, schedule and costs

●Calculating, setting and supervising Temporary Traffic Control (MOT) for various work zones

●Coordinating with supervisory personnel, owners, general /sub-contractors, design professionals and utility companies’ representatives to discuss and resolve various construction problems

●Inspecting and reviewing projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, national or local codes and other regulations

G4S Secure Integration Inc., South Plainfield, NJ February 2015 – November 2017

Construction / Project Manager

Involved in design, evaluation, managing and overseeing construction of VDOT ITS System improvement along some of I-64 and I-77 Highways corridors:

●Building new proprietary medium voltage (2.4kV and 7.2kV) electric power distribution network – installing underground PE conduits (directional boring and ploughing), junction boxes and manholes, installing URD type power cables, splicing cables, installing pad-mount transformers and cut-outs, installing overhead reclosers, terminating cables at equipment, installing medium voltage disconnects and manual transfer switches inside substations, interconnect protection devices through fiber-optic network, testing cables and protective devices. Also, installed low voltage infrastructure (conduits, cables, emergency disconnects, breaker panels) for ITS architecture, along with grounding and lightning protection systems.

●Building new underground fiber-optic network, installing communication hubs, data switches and routers, UPS devices, made connections to various devices and to data services providers.

●Building foundations and install various ITS components – DMS, Weather Stations, CCTV, Vehicle Detection – on various metal structures and wood poles.

●Coordinate with VDOT, Dominion Power and Comcast various aspects of the new systems integration, along with other utility companies.

●Elaborate working protocols between various sub-contractors, evaluate construction progress, making specific reports and other specific documents.

Midasco LLC, Elkridge, MD April 2014 – January 2015

Assistant Project Manager

Assisted Intelligent Transportation Systems Project Manager in all aspects of managing and supervise implementation of ITS components in VDOT Project “I-95 High Occupancy Vehicle/High Occupancy Toll (HOV/HOT) Lanes Project in Northern Virginia”: swing gates for access to special lanes, Dynamic Message Signs, CCTV and AID Cameras, Microwave Detectors, Variable Speed Limit Signs, emergency gas powered back-up generators and street lighting along highway, optical data communication to Control Centers, underground low-voltage power system for all ITS devices and street-light system.

MC Dean Inc., Dulles, VA September 2003 – March 2014

Assistant Project Manager

Integral team member involved in managing and overseeing construction of critical Washington DC infrastructure components, which entailed implementing new streetlight/luminary and traffic light systems. Managed multiple key aspects in the development and implementation of new modules for Traffic Management Systems, including video vehicle detection, traffic count/weather stations, dynamic display systems, audible pedestrian push-buttons, and wireless/GSM communication systems.

●Team lead charged with overseeing maintenance of the Washington DC Streetlight System, including installing underground cables for low voltage and series circuits, as well as street light poles and fixtures; underground and overhead power lines; and troubleshooting various street lights circuits and highway sign lights.

●Coordinate management of Washington D.C. Traffic Light System maintenance and new intersection construction, supervising installation of underground conduits, manholes and equipment foundations and installing grounding system components.

●Install various cables and conductors, poles, arms and mast arms, signals, controller cabinets, and vehicle and pedestrian detection devices.

●Supervise teams tasked with new streetlight system construction, removing old streetlight systems, supervising installation of underground conduits, manholes and equipment foundations, and installing grounding system components, cables, conductors, and other necessary fixtures.

●Coordinate with Power Company (PEPCO) in all aspects pertaining underground feeders and power transformers for all the above systems.

CJS Electric Inc., Fellows, CA June 2002 – September 2003

Electrical Engineer

Managed engineering teams in the development of electrical installations for oil and gas pumping and pipeline systems, including mounting various types of conduits and electric motor starters, installing level/pressure switches and Murphy relays, and assembling connections to PLCs.

●Coordinated and oversaw teams in day-to-day duties managing 21 kV projects for geothermal power plants, including pulling cables, making terminations, and testing current and voltage transformers.

MEI Electrical Inc., McKittrick, CA September 2001 – May 2002

Electrical Foreman

Key contributor in the construction of electrical installations for the La Paloma Power Plant, coordinating with international engineering teams consisting of Swiss and German specialists and utilizing European electrical equipment and technology.

●Mounted various types of conduits, cables trays, pulled wires, connected integral component devices, tested high voltage electrical cables and motors.

DKD Electric Inc., Albuquerque, NM January 2001 – August 2001

Journeyman Electrician

Built electrical installations for Philips Semiconductors Company and Intel Semiconductors Company, mounting various types of conduits, cable trays, connecting devices, and mounting/testing fire detection and gas alarm systems.

●Mounted alarm, video surveillance, and controlled access systems for the Bernalillo County Courthouse.

CONEL (Romanian Electric Power Generation, Transport and Distribution Authority), Calarasi, Romania

July 1991 – December 2000

Operations Manager

Managed and directed a team of engineers, technicians, and workers charged with the overall maintenance and repair of the Power Distribution Network in Calarasi County, Romania. Power Distribution Network consisted of electrical lines up to 110 kV, electrical underground cables up to 20 kV, terminal transformers, substations, breakers, and street lighting systems. Reviewed and monitored measurements of electrical power quality factors to optimize functionality.

●Coordinated with company-wide interdepartmental teams to facilitate efficient workflow processes and maximize productivity and output across managed projects.

●Responsible for supervising job site operations during the installation of new power distribution systems.

Other Positions Include (Romania):

Electrical Engineer – Engineering and Designing Institute for the Iron/Steel Industry Nov 1986 – Jun 1991

Electrical Engineer – CSC (Iron and Steel Plant) Sep 1984 – Oct 1986

Training

Virginia Master Electrician

Maryland Master Electrician

District of Columbia Journeyman Electrician

West Virginia Journeyman Electrician

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control and Flagger Certification

2015 NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

IMSA Traffic Signal Bench Technician Level II

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II

30-Hour OSHA Training Course

BICSI’s ITS Installer 2

IBEW Journeyman Wireman, Local Union No. 611, Albuquerque, NM

Authorized by RAYCHEM Comp. in mounting power cables accessories (joints and terminals) up to 20 kV

Licensed by CONEL (Romanian Power Production and Distribution Authority) in designing, building,

supervising and testing electrical installation up to 110 kV

Licensed by MLPAT (Romanian Inspection for Buildings and Constructions) in supervising on-site

installation of electrical systems and related equipment

Licensed by Romanian Ministry of Interior in designing, mounting, maintenance, and testing of security

alarm and fire detection systems

Education

Certificate in Project Management – Boston University Corporate Education Center, Boston, MA

Certificate in Traffic Engineering and Operations – University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering – Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania, Faculty of Electrical Engineering (Electrotechnics)

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