Professional Engineer, Transportation/Civil

Experienced transportation engineer with superior people, analytical and problem solving skills. Very adaptable with strong ability to work on a variety of complex and detailed engineering projects. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado.

Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to work on challenging projects due to technical expertise and a detailed understanding of underlying mechanics. Applies inovative problem-solving skills with a focus on implement creative solutions to novel and challenging situations.

Interpersonal/Communication Skills: Exceptional team player and individual performer. High written and verbal communication skills witht he ability to communicate effectively in technical and laymen's terms. Experienced with technical writing as well as public speaking.

Computer Skills: Proficient at applying a variety of software tools including Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, ArcGIS ans other advanced engineering and simulation programs. Experience using such software to analyze traffic accident data in an efficient manner and correlate the information to field observations.

Experience

Oct 2001 to Jan 2010 - Felsburg Holt and Ullevig - Greenwood Village, CO

Transportation Engineer, PE

• Roadway Safety Analysis: Detailed review of accident reports and databases for root cause analysis. This information, combined with an understanding of vehicle and driver behavior, is used to assess roadway elements that represent potential hazards to recommend cost-effective remediation measures.

• Field Investigation: Used aerial and photographic imagagry in conjunction with on-site field observations to document site conditions for futher analysis. Experience working with design plans as well as field data for use in a variety of engineering projects.

• Project Management: Experience acting as project manager on multiple task projects requiring detailed record keeping while working under deadline and budgetary constraints. Acted as the primary client contact for numerous projects and worked to develop long-term professional relationships.

• Advanced Traffic Simulation: Experience working with microsimulation tools used to model the complex interaction between passenger vehicles, transit, and pedestrians in a variety of situations.

• Data Collection: Became proficient in collecting and processing large amounts of data to be used for a variety of applications. Focused heavily on creating data entry tools and organizational methods to increase efficiency.

• Adaptability: Able to quickly learn new methodologies, computer programs and procedures and use them to great effect on projects. Adept at in-depth research into procedures and specifications to determine the best methodologies to use for a specific task.

Jan 2001 to Aug 2001 - California DOT - Redding, CA

Transportation Engineer (Intern), Civil

• Evaluations of work in progress on highway construction projects to verify conformance to design plans and specifications.

• Working closely with contractors on roadway maintenance projects and keeping accurate daily records.

May 2000 to Aug 2000 - Scott, Cox and Associates - Boulder, CO

Project Representative

• Working on project sites testing materials and verifying conformance to plans and specifications.

• Laboratory testing in addition to field inspections and keeping precise records of all tests.

May 1998 to Jan 1999 - Aguirre Engineers, Inc. - Englewood, CO

Construction Materials Testing

• Foundation inspections and plan verifications in addition to Portland Cement Concrete testing.

• Daily record keeping and data entry.

Education

1996 to 2000 - University of Colorado - Boulder, CO

Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering

• General civil engineering course work including transportation engineering, foundation design, water resources, structural analysis / design and project management.

Certification

Professional Engineer

• Active Colorado Professional Engineering license since January, 2007.

• Eligible for registration in other states via reciprocity.

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