Civil Engineer Project Manager
Resume:
Jorge Villali, P.E.
**** **** ***** **. # ***, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Phone: 239-***-**** E-mail: ********@*****.***
SR LEVEL PROJECT MANAGER
EXPERIENCE
●Program management for design-build projects
●Gather and analyze customer requirements
●Establish project vision and goals
●Develop detailed project plans
●Guide cross functional teams through execution
●Manage highly complex and multiple engineering projects
●Superior organizational skills
●Critical communications skills
●Develop productive relationships with co-workers, contractors, regulators and the public.
OVERALL QUALIFICATIONS:
● Experienced with Enterprise Solutions
● Proficient with Microsoft Project
● Proficient with Microsoft Excel
● Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint
● Proficient with Waterfall / Agile Technologies
● Proficient in AutoCAD and GIS
● Proficient with MS Teams
● Proficient with AutoCAD Construction Cloud
● Effective and thorough communications skills, both verbal and written
● Analytical/ Problem solving skills, with thorough attention to details
● Strong Facilitation Skills
● Highly Organized Problem Solver
● Time-management skills
● Works well under pressure; meets deadlines
● Bilingual fluency- English primary/ Spanish secondary
● Experienced in project management
● Experienced in managing projects with technology
●AREAS OF EXPERTISE
●Semiconductor Manufacturing
●Electric Infrastructure Projects
●Automated Utility Design
●Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
●Water and WWT
●FEMA Disaster Relief Projects
●Pursuing PMI certifications
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING LICENSES HELD IN NY, ME, NH, VT, MA, PR
Project Manager for Micron NY 1 Project, Clay, NY Nov 2023 to Sept 2024
Participate in the early design of $100 B Semiconductor Manufacturing Project for Upstate NY
Help Coordinate Site Management Master Plan
Develop Rail Spur for the Delivery and Unloading of 6 Million Cubic Yards of Site Fill
Coordinate Design of 345 kV Substation for Phase 1 Plant Power
Liasson with National Grid for Acquiring Dual 345 kV Underground Transmission Power Feed
Use ACC daily for Review and Comment of Project Design Documents
Attend Environmental Mitigation Meetings on behalf of Micron Technologies
Participate in CM interviews for the selection of Phase 1 Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR)
Participate in the Selection of Phase 1 A/E Firms for Design of Manufacturing and Admin Buildings
Project Developer at Eversource Energy, Hartford, CT Dec 2021 to Feb 2023
Write Sanction Papers to Seek Project Funding from Eversource Project Approval Committee
Communicate & Collaborate with External & Internal Customers to Analyze Needs & Requirements
Maintain Asset Management Data Base regularly to Keep Team Members Up to Speed
Lead Projects dealing with Change Management
Used SAP to Manage Workflow
Used Automated Utility Design to Optimize Electric Distribution Systems
Effectively Manage Assets to Increase Uptime and Cut Maintenance Costs
Used PowerPlan extensively for Monitoring Project Financials
Conduct and Document Weekly Progress Meetings to Assure Projects Remain On Track
Project Management Courses Oct. 2019 to Feb 2020
Project Manager at National Grid, Waltham, MA July 2018 to June 2019
●Build, Lead, and Coach Multiple Project Teams Throughout Project Lifecycles
●Track Cost, Schedule and Budget for Complex Capital Delivery Projects for New England.
●Use SharePoint to Collaborate with Other Team Members
●Communicate & Collaborate with External & Internal Customers to Analyze Needs and Requirements
●Conduct Risk Workshops for Identifying and Quantifying Risks to Project Implementation
●Write and Present Sanction Papers to Upper Management for Obtaining Project Funding
●Prepare Legal Documentation and Analysis Related to Siting of Electric Infrastructure
●Collaborate with Real Estate Agents in Acquiring Sites for New Substation Developments
●Conduct Meetings with Stakeholders to Obtain Their Support in Carrying Out Projects
●Conduct and Document Bi-weekly Team Progress Meetings to Assure Projects Remain On Track
●Use SAP to Manage Work Flow
●Utilize Automated Utility Design to Optimize Transmission Networks
●Use PowerPlan to Monitor Project Financial Status
●Use Electronic Document Management System
●Conduct Safety Moments prior to starting bi-weekly meetings
Project Manager at Douglas N. Higgins, Inc., Naples, FL Feb 2017-June 2017
●Prepare Permitting for Underground Utility Contractor including R.O.W., Building, NPDES, SWPP
●Prepare Submittals for Wastewater Treatment and Underground Utility Construction
●Develop & Maintain Submittal Logs to Track Submittal Progress for Engineering Review and Approval
●Process Change Orders/Work Directives to Reflect Changes in Scope of Work
●Conduct Meetings with Owners & Engineers, Prepare Documentation for Same
●Prepare Video Documentation for Preconstruction Conditions & Start-Up & Training Activities
●Prepare O & M Manuals for Project Closeout.
●Prepare & Manage P.O.s & Subcontracts for Material, Equipment & Construction Services
●Track Procurement of Equipment, Materials and Services for Geothermal HVAC Projects
●Develop & Prepare Schedule of Values for Effective Project Cash Flow
●Perform Construction Inspections for Conformance with Contract Documents
●Conduct Health and Safety Meetings Prior to Starting Progress Meetings with Project Teams.
Principal at Jorge Villali and Associates, Fort Myers, FL Jan 2008 to Dec 2016
●Project Management of Civil and Environmental Projects
●CPMP/Capital Project Management Process
●Capital Allocation/Planning
●Budget and Cost Control
●Forecasting Future Expenditures
●Project Scheduling
●Milestone Creation and Tracking
●Procurement both Direct/Indirect
●Vendor Bidding Process
●Inspect of Geothermal Construction
●Develop Health and Safety Plans
●Evaluate and Mitigate Project Implementation Risks
●Engineering Design and Inspection Services for Government, Consultants and the Private Sector.
●Project Management of Municipal & Industrial Water and Wastewater Design and Construction
●Hydro Construction Management.
●FEMA Disaster Relief
Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., Sarasota, FL Mar 2007-Sept 2007
●Senior Civil/Environmental Project Manager for Water/Wastewater and Transportation Projects.
●Held Project Budgets by Minimizing Extras, Exercising Cost Control, Overseeing Total Quality Management
●Estimated Fees, Determined Scope of Work, Prepared Proposals and Contracts.
●Managed Client's Budget, Schedule and Program, Project Communications and Documentation.
●Coordinated Work Efforts and Reviewed Work Performed.
●Served as Technical Leader and Mentor to Younger Engineers
●Team Leader with Production Staff as well as Business Development Leader
●Technical Leader on Storm Water Management Projects
●Developed Corporate QA/QC Protocol
●Served on Executive Environmental Council
●Conducted Health and Safety Meetings with Project Teams
Boyle Engineering Corp., Fort Myers, FL Nov 2005 to Jan 2007
●Senior Civil/Environmental Project Manager for Water/Wastewater Projects.
●Served as Technical Leader and Mentor to Younger Engineers
●Team Leader with Production Staff as well as Business Development Leader
●Oversaw Multiple Simultaneous Engineering and Construction Contracts.
●Performed On-site Construction Inspections Including Progress Reporting
●Met or Exceeded Expectations on Budget and Schedule Requirements on Capital Improvement Project
Jorge Villali & Associates (An MBE Consultant), Syracuse, NY Jan 2002 to Oct 2005
●CPMP/Capital Project Management Process
●Capital Allocation/Planning
●Budget and Cost Control
●Forecasting Future Expenditures
●Project Scheduling
●Milestone Creation and Tracking
●Procurement both Direct/Indirect
●Vendor Bidding Process
●Health and Safety Plans
●Evaluate and Mitigate Project implementation Risks
●Project Management of civil/environmental engineering services to government, industry and the consulting sector.
●Services included construction management, planning, design, environmental assessments, preparation of plans and specifications for construction contracts.
●Conducted facilities audits and preventative maintenance programs for government buildings.
●Project Management of performance contract for energy improvements in buildings using geothermal and other state-of-the-art design for improving heating & cooling efficiencies.
●Designed water & wastewater systems including sewage pumping stations and water distribution systems.
●Assisted State of New York with FEMA disaster relief assessments.
●Conducted capital improvement planning for clients.
●Performed grantsmanship for the procurement of financial assistance for municipal & institutional clients
Cayuga County, Auburn, NY Jan 2001 to May 2002
●County Public Works Engineer overseeing county construction and maintenance projects, prepared plans & specifications for new construction and renovation of existing buildings.
●Directed the design, reconfiguration, construction, and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, structures and other facilities.
●Conducted facilities audits and preventative maintenance programs. Designed asbestos abatement projects. Developed and maintained operations budget.
●Tracked budget and schedule for new construction and renovation activities.
●Developed and managed performance contract for energy improvement project involving 13 County facilities using geothermal and other state-of-the-art design for improving heating and cooling efficiencies.
●Participate in weekly Environmental Health and Safety meetings with department members
●Designed water & wastewater systems including sewage pumping stations and water distribution systems.
Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, Syracuse, NY 1996-2000
Hydro Licensing Project Manager
●Project Manager for earthen and concrete dam safety and compliance activities, including FERC Part 12 Dam Safety Inspections.
●Project Manager for Fish By-Pass Structures and other protection measures at intakes and dams.
●Directed the rehabilitation and construction of dams and water control structures, large diameter pipelines, penstocks, canals; reservoir management for optimum performance; balancing power, recreational, and environmental requirements. Controlled and directed scope, schedule and budget for licensing and relicensing of FERC licensed projects.
●Performed feasibility studies for life extension and upgrades. Conducted periodic Emergency Action Plan exercises in compliance with FERC requirements. Controlled scope, schedule and budget for the relicensing of FERC licensed projects.
●Wrote procurement documents for the hiring of consultants for FERC Part 12 Dam Safety Inspections, Duties included bid analysis and award recommendations.
●Developed and Coordinated Emergency Action Plans for Hydroelectric Projects including Tabletop and Functional exercises.
●Managed Compliance Tracking System for all hydro projects using multiple, interactive databases. Coordinated compliance activities required by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission including operation and construction for the rehabilitation of hydroelectric dams, powerhouses and pipelines.
●Directed the internal Inspection and Analysis of pipelines, penstocks and other conveyance facilities related to dam safety of hydroelectric structures.
●Maintained annual and quarterly Records of Regulatory and Environmental Expenditures dealing with mandated environmental hydro releases and recreational facilities
●Managed Instrumentation & Monitoring Program for Hydroelectric Structures. Coordinated data collection and processing. Presented raw data in tabular and graphical form. Performed further analysis and reporting.
●Participate in weekly Environmental Health and Safety meetings
Program Manager for Coal-Fired Generation WWT, Syracuse, NY 1983-1995
Managed Design and Construction of $30 million multiple wastewater projects for coal-fired electric generating stations including Leachate Collection and Groundwater Protection. Projects completed on time & under budget.
●Construction Manager on Wastewater Facilities
●Directed Remediation of Contaminated Groundwater and Sediments.
●Directed Construction of Underground Gas Pipelines
●Wrote O & M manuals.
●Provided Operator Training.
●Directed Start-up and Operations of completed Facilities.
●Designed Modification of Rail access to coal storage facilities.
EDUCATION:
LeMoyne College, Candidate for MBA Degree (organizational leadership concentration)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Post Graduate Studies in Cold Regions Engineering
New York University, MS-Civil Engineering
The City College of New York, BS-Civil Engineering
PUBLICATIONS:
“Start-up of a Coal-Fired Power Plant’s Wastewater Treatment Facility”, International Water Conference, Pittsburgh, PA
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