Civil Engineering Engineer
Resume:
Sergio F. Swain, EIT
Mesquite, Texas 75149
I am a hardworking, fast paced learner with years of Infrastructure Design including 3 years of Project Management experience. I have accumulated over 15 years of intensive, hands-on experience working in the public sector 4 years with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and with Texas Department of Transportation, also including 11 years in the private consulting sector. By being exposed to both the public and private sectors, my engineering knowledge encompassed a professional career which I value dearly. Over the past 3 years I have experienced a few challenges in my family life that caused me and my family to be set back, but through perseverance I’ve gained more confidence while maintaining my career with excellence.
Utilizing my bachelor’s degree, EIT certification, and volunteering experience, I can now offer:
Firsthand experience in operations, construction, quality systems and designing to include the design process, testing materials, and applying engineering principles.
The ability to adapt to change and multi-task while managing several projects and teams at a time. Versatility, ability to learn hastily and do the work of a dependable manager of multiple offices and staffs.
Aptitude for solving problems and maintaining a strong work environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A willingness to travel.
Additional qualifications are listed in the attached resume. Should you have any questions, I can be reached at 214-***-**** during or after business hours.
I look forward to the opportunity to further discuss my skills and ready to bring your company outstanding services to your clients. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Sergio F. Swain, EIT
Encl.
Sergio F. Swain, EIT
1209 Greenway Drive, Mesquite, TX 75149
***********@*****.***
PERSONAL SUMMARY:
An enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with years of experience in the transportation engineering and civil engineering industry who has a clear understanding of the role, responsibilities, and managing techniques associated with being a civil engineer. Having the ability to provide support for multiple concurrent priorities, he establishes, maintain and develop effective working relationships with clients and colleagues. He possesses a broad range of technical, personal effectiveness and leadership skills and uses rigorous logic and methods to come up with effective solutions to difficult problems. Very comfortable with and able to effectively cope with change, he has a long track record of making best use of any available resources and techniques. He is currently looking for a suitable position with an ambitious engineering company where he will be working with industry experts, people who have the skills and experience to make a real difference in his future.
EXPERIENCE:
Lead Civil Designer, R-Delta Engineers, Incorporated, Garland, TX, 2020
Duties:
Analyze, design, prepare and manage for City of Garland projects composed of schematics, typical roadway sections, proposed cross sections, removals, roadway re-alignments and widening using MicroStation/Geopak programs.
Complete design and prepare construction documents for Sub-stations/Switchyards
Consult with various clients and sub-consultants on various projects.
Analyze, design, and calculate runoff for project sites as well as elements needed to complete drainage designs.
Create quantities and cost estimates for projects using the up to date Specifications and Bid Item manuals.
Maintains an effective working relationship with others by responding promptly to inquiries and requests.
Transportation Engineer, IMS Engineers, P.A., Dallas, TX, 2017
Duties:
Analyze, design, prepare and manage TXDOT and City of Dallas PBW and DWU projects composed of schematics, typical roadway sections, proposed cross sections, removals, roadway re-alignments and widenings
Designed alignments, jointing plans, demolition plans, and pavement markings for new and existing runways at DFW airport.
Analyze and design storm sewer systems and storm sewer elements as part of a design team.
Compose Traffic Impact Analysis using HCM 2011 and Synchro 10 with Slim Traffic 10
Perform design computations and plan preparations to include preparing plan sheets for construction projects.
Review engineering work for calculation errors and compliance with applicable federal and state laws, local laws, industry standards and guidelines.
Design Engineer-Consultant, EJES, Incorporated, Dallas, TX, 2013
Duties:
Analyze, design, and prepare TXDOT roadway plans and schematics, typical roadway sections, site plans, grading plans, slab designs, yard piping plans for wastewater treatment plants, P&P for storm and wastewater lines, and structural and piping details for various projects as part of a design team and individually.
Prepare schematics for sign replacement projects and providing field services while working closely with NTTA.
Provide OPS/fiber technical design support to other engineers and clients on various projects.
Analyze and design storm sewer systems and storm sewer elements as part of a design team.
Provide engineering services required produce boundary maps for remapping city limits.
Associate, Walter P. Moore and Associates, Dallas, TX, 2007
Duties:
Analyze, design and prepare roadway plans including typical sections according to TxDOT and local standards, TxDOT Exhibit A design, soundwalls, bridge sections, utility design, culvert designs, retaining structures, SWPPP plans and documents, signal designs, interchange designs, and traffic control plans for various projects as part of a design team and individually.
Assist our other offices with technical support on Civil (Municipal), Residential and commercial land development, OPS/fiber design and Traffic projects in major cities.
Manage clients and sub-consultants on various projects.
Prepare details for bridges and approach roadways.
Review of plan set and provided technical support to engineering officials in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates-UAE on roadway project.
Engineering Assistant III, Texas Department of Transportation, Dallas District, Central Dallas Area Office, Mesquite, TX, 2006
Duties:
Analyze and design roadway projects including standard production for roadway design according to TxDOT standards and specifications, through projects accomplished either as part of a team or working independently.
Design projects that include horizontal alignments, horizontal re-alignments, vertical curves, traffic control, signing and striping on Texas highways and streets.
Prepare cost estimates using pay items in accordance with Texas Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction and Maintenance of Highways, Streets, and Bridges manual.
Prepare (PS&E) package including all submittal items.
Participate in Career Development for the Engineering Assistant program, which includes training and continuing education.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
ENGINEERING ATTRIBUTES:
Proficient in Bentley Microstation V8i, SS2, SS3, GEOPAK, SS4, SUDU, ProjectWise, OpenRoads, VISSIM, Synchro 10 with Slim Traffic, ACAD Civil 3D 2016-2019, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS and Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis.
Experienced in roadway design, soundwall design, municipal design, land development, bridge design, and OPS/fiber and materials, boundary mapping, single family home design, wastewater treatment plant design, elevated and ground storage tank design, materials testing on/off site (ACI Concrete testing, aggregates, asphalt, soils, steel, traffic paints, etc.) transportation planning, bridge inspection, and culvert design.
Experienced in use of AASHTO GHDS design criteria, MUTCD design criteria, Texas Department of Transportation Roadway Design Manual, AASHTO Roadway Design Guide, Highway Capacity Manual, ITE Trip Generation Manual, Tennessee Standard Specifications, and Texas Standard Specifications, Texas Department of Transportation Bridge Detailer's Manual, Roadway Design Manual, City of Dallas Pavement and Drainage Design Manual and current Statewide, DFW Airport Design Criteria and Dallas District detailing practices.
Proficient in using office software including ArcGIS, Winstorm, BGS/RDS, PSTRS14, CULV5, Wincore, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Microsoft Word, Excel, PRIMAVERA, and Powerpoint.
Extensive knowledge of AASHTO and ASTM Standards for laboratory testing of materials.
Ability to write specifications for the purchasing of material testing equipment for state, local, and private laboratories.
Competent in researching manufactured parts, products, and structures for design and cost estimating purposes.
Proficient in managing small to large projects.
Proficient in Cost estimating and quantifying material for City and Governmental projects.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Good communication, planning, managing, and organizational skills.
Highly developed numeracy and computer literacy skills.
Self-motivator and the ability to motivate others.
Keeping up to date with industry best practices.
Able to work on own initiative as well as being a team player.
Leader with strong decision-making skills.
Key player.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE:
Engineer in Training, Texas, License No. 37180
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Tennessee State University, 2003
Murdough Center for Engineering Professionalism, Texas Tech University,2020
SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS:
Member of American Society of Civil Engineers
Member of Institute of Transportation Engineers
REFERENCES: Available upon request.
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