Geographical Engineer with a specialization in Territorial Planning

Paul Torres

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Waltham, MA, 02451 linkedin.com/in/paul-torres-45b8b011a/ Objective

GIS Professional with advanced training in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, seeking to apply spatial data analysis, editing, and cloud-based mapping skills as a GIS Intern at MassGIS. Passionate about enhancing geospatial accuracy for public safety and infrastructure planning. Fluent in English and Spanish, with certifications from MIT and University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Achievements

Awarded by HERE International Enterprise for contributions to spatial data integrity in large-scale road networks datasets.

Successfully developed a methodology for designing formal trail running circuits using geospatial analysis with ESRI ArcGIS and data from Wikiloc, resulting in optimized routes and enhanced user experience.

Effectively created a university SDG geospatial strategy, boosting data-driven planning by 20%, showcasing alignment with government mission-driven projects. Education

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador

2015 – 2020

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in Geography and Territory Planning Certifications

Nº Certificate Institution Date

1 Micromaster in Statistics and Data

Science

(MIT) Massachusetts Institute of Technology In progress 2 Professional Certificate in Geographic

Information Systems (GIS)

University of Alaska Fairbanks 03/2024

3 3D GIS University of Alaska Fairbanks 02/2024

4 GIS Image Analysis in ArcGIS Pro University of Alaska Fairbanks 03/2024 5 GIS Foundations University of Alaska Fairbanks 11/2023 6 Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and

Climate Resilience

SDG academy and UNEP 10/2022

7 SMART New Mobility Mapping and

Implementation

University of Michigan 02/2020

8 Digital Processing of Satellite Images Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador 03/2018 9 GIS Certification Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador 04/2017 Skills

GIS Software: ArcGIS Pro (advanced editing, geodatabase management), ArcGIS Online (web map creation, cloud collaboration), QGIS, AutoCAD Map 3D.

Data Validation & Topology: Experienced in ensuring dataset accuracy (e.g., road networks, parcel boundaries) through error checks and rule-based validation.

Addressing Systems: Familiar with geocoding principles and address-based spatial analysis (e.g., site/parcel matching).

Communication: Technical reporting and collaborative teamwork toward common objectives. Languages

- English (Fluent) - Spanish (Native)

Professional Experience

Vegades Construction & Consulting Company Sangolqui - Ecuador GIS Team Lead

October 2022 – January 2025

Validated GIS data for infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with legal standards (right-of- way/easements).

Processed drone/GNSS data into GIS systems, improving spatial accuracy for utilities/terrain.

Trained teams in ArcGIS Pro for efficient data editing and collection. Geospatial Specialist

October 2020 - September 2022

Designed road layouts that improved traffic safety and compliance, reducing accident rates.

Created flood risk maps through spatial analysis in ArcGIS Pro to support government mitigation efforts. Tropical Birding, Quito - Ecuador

Geospatial Data Analyst

October 2019 - September 2020

Performed geospatial analysis using ESRI ArcGIS and Australian datasets to pinpoint birdwatching sites where over 150 species could be observed from a single location with an experienced guide, optimizing site selection for successful tours.

Developed detailed bird distribution maps with ESRI ArcGIS, improving guide accuracy and enhancing visitor satisfaction.

Instituto Geográfico Militar, Quito - Ecuador

GIS Intern

August 2018 - September 2019

Digitized and updated street datasets in ArcGIS using drone imagery, improving database accuracy by 15%.

Mapped urban expansion trends through spatial analysis, supporting government planning initiatives.

Created geospatial visualizations for stakeholders, translating complex data into actionable insights. Fonsarq, Sangolqui - Ecuador

Surveyor / CAD Technician

June 2015 - July 2018

Created topographic maps with 18% fewer revisions through precise editing.

Automated CAD workflows saving 10+ hours/week.

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