Civil Engineering Specialist

Tualima L, Varese

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With over 15 years of distinguished experience in Civil Engineering Design and plan revisions, I bring exceptional organizational and management skills to the table. I have a proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive engineering solutions for both public sector projects, including those for the City of Seattle, and private sector initiatives. My ability to excel in fast-paced, mission-driven environments is further strengthened by a diverse background that spans both the public and private sectors. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity at the City University of Seattle to enhance my skills. Additionally, my military career has refined my leadership and strategic planning capabilities, making me an outstanding candidate for this position.

Microsoft Office & Project Architectural AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcView Map Sketch-Up

City First Aid AutoCAD Inventor

Combat Lifesaver AutoCAD-2D & Civil 3D Fundamentals Python

R Code Lenox

EMPLOYMENT:

Assistant Civil Engineering Specialist IlI March 2022 -- Present

Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) OOC- Assistant Inspector (Assistant Civil Engineering Specialist)

●Maintain the highest level of customer service through such actions as reviewing complaints, responding promptly to emails/letters, interacting with other departments and employees, and undertaking special site visits on request.

●Assess erosion/sediment control that impacts the city ROW through Best Management Practices. Assess compliance with Title 15 of the Seattle Municipal Code, City of Seattle Standards Plans and Specifications, and the Right-of-Way (ROW) Improvements manual. Provide information about ROW permitting codes and requirements.

●Evaluate if permit conditions are met through initial, interim, and final inspections. Research and perform inspections in response to inquiries and complaints from the public and other departments about uses of the ROW.

●Interpret site plans and maps as they relate to site conditions during inspections. Maintain record of daily work and issuance of citations, warnings, and Stop Work Orders. Supporting SDOT goals in promoting diversity and social justice.

Assistant Civil Engineering Specialist IlI August 2011 — Present

The City of Seattle, Department of Seattle Public Utility Seattle, WA

●I possess extensive expertise in interpreting a comprehensive array of historical engineering documents, including plans and profiles, maps, shop drawings, boring logs, CAD files, cadastral records, and other pertinent engineering records.

●I am adept at supporting a variety of sophisticated online and internal web-based tools and database resources, such as Virtual Vault, Utilities-View, and the Survey Monument Map. My skills include indexing and geo-referencing construction plan sets, maps, cadastral records, and related civil engineering documentation with precision.

●Additionally, I assist in the meticulous creation and documentation of land survey records and topographic drawings, and I am proficient i generating detailed Civil 3D CAD drawings from GIS data sets.

Assistant Civil Engineering Specialist I July 2004 — January 2010

The City of Seattle, Department of Transportation Seattle, WA

●In my capacity as the liaison for the City of Seattle, I expertly coordinate with private contractors on Arterial, Asphalt, and Concrete (AAC) projects within Traffic Operations, fulfilling the role of Assistant Civil Engineer Specialist I. My responsibilities include drafting, executing design work, and overseeing the approval, monitoring, and inspection of construction projects and materials. I meticulously review plans and collaborate with project engineers, AAC project engineers, and supervisors to ensure the timely installation of essential channelization.

●I lead a team of four personnel, directing the creation of work orders, preparation of work instructions, and development of cost estimates for new channelization designs. With proficiency in AutoCAD and Data General programs, I manage data storage and retrieval for comprehensive reports, provide critical information to the public, draft requests for channelization replacement, and prepare precise drawings of existing and newly designed roadway features. Additionally, I am adept at writing, reading, and interpreting work instructions to facilitate successful project execution.

US Army Bravo Troop Cavalry Company July 2002 - August 2011 Department of United States Army

●Throughout my tenure in the Army, I served in Bravo Troop Cavalry as a Scout, where I acquired expertise in route reconnaissance, minor weapon system repairs, breaches, and advanced team operations. Our extensive training encompassed over 100 hours of Close Quarter Battle (CQB) exercises, including Close Quarter Battle Shooting, Weapons Enhancement training, hand-to-hand combat drills, four-person team tactics, door breaching, immediate action drills for contact, vehicle assaults, and close protection training at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, as part of our mobilization SOP.

●In November 2008, our team was engaged in providing close protection operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom for government and commercial clients. My responsibilities included conducting route and room clearing alongside trained K9 handlers outside the green zone to ensure the safety of VIPs during arrivals and departures. I led over 20 mounted/dismounted patrols each week in the urban city environment of Baghdad, Iraq, where I served as a gunner to fortify the convoy against potential threats such as small arms fire, rocket-propelled grenades, IEDs, and sniper fire. This was integral to our US Army Bravo Troop Cavalry Company

EDUCATION:

Project Management Fundamentals, Strategy, And Planning April 2019 – Present

University of Washington Seattle, WA

Computer-Aided Drafting & Design Technology September 2018 — June 2019

South Seattle College Seattle, WA

Basic Electricity & Math Certification June 2002 — January 2003

Seattle City Light Seattle, WA

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