Advento Pena

• Lead all earthwork quantity tracking and reporting across multiple active construction projects using UAV photogrammetry and Propeller.

• Perform regular drone flights to generate accurate topographic models, original ground topo, and cut/fill maps for project controls and billing for 22 projects from Zapata TX to Brownsville TX

• Design and manage 3D machine control models (Trimble) for grading, excavation, and paving operations.

• Provide all digital and field-ready survey files, control points, and staking layouts for party chiefs and crews.

• Coordinate closely with field operations and engineering teams to ensure accurate data flow and layout efficiency.

• Attend cost-to-complete meetings, PE coordination sessions, and schedule review calls with project managers.

• Maintain documentation and QA/QC of as-builts, layout requests, model updates, and drone flight logs.

• Serve as technical lead for integrating CAD, survey, and drone workflows to support heavy civil and infrastructure construction.

• Managed all survey operations for a major TxDOT-style roadway project connecting to Ford’s BlueOval City development.
• Directed survey layout for new highway alignment, including grading, drainage structures, bridges, and utilities.
• Maintained control networks and performed high-accuracy layout using Trimble GPS, total stations, and robotic instruments.
• Produced and managed machine control files for excavation and paving operations.
• Led UAV flights for earthwork volume tracking, progress monitoring, and visual inspections using the Propeller platform.
• Coordinated with engineers, field crews, and construction managers to meet production goals and schedule milestones.

• Lead survey operations on major DOT and civil infrastructure projects.
• Oversee field crews, daily layout schedules, machine control files, and QC procedures.
• Manage drone data collection, photogrammetry, and earthwork progress tracking using Propeller.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, QA/QC, and field supervision to meet project milestones.

• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Supervised field data collection activities including ground control points, reference marks, traverse lines, elevations, boundaries, right-of-way limits, and other features.
• Compiled final survey results into comprehensive reports that could be used by engineers or architects.
• Coordinated with project managers for daily work assignments and scheduling deadlines.
• Monitored the accuracy and precision of survey measurements using total station instruments and GPS receivers.
• Assisted with training new personnel on proper surveying methods and equipment use.

• Adhered strictly to established protocols throughout all phases of the survey process.
• Calculated heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
• Identified potential problems during pre-survey site visits in order to develop solutions prior to starting a job.
• Prepared and supervised preparation of data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
• Utilized AutoCAD software to generate topographic maps, boundary surveys, and construction staking plans.
• Adjusted surveying instruments to maintain accuracy.

• Compiled measurement and marker data from plats and drawings using public records to determine geographical boundaries of land parcels and utility locations.
• GPS technology to pinpoint baseline, meridian, tier and range coordinates defining boundaries, utilities, used Trimble and AutoCAD to create detailed maps from raw field data.
• Performed field calculations to complete assessments.
• Assessed individual survey project needs and planned workflows.
• Evaluated crew workloads and available resources to prepare schedules and equipment allocations.
• Gathered, organized, and modeled data for reports and presentations.
• Measured distances and angles between points of interest to construct topographic contours.
• Ensured that all equipment used was properly calibrated and functioning correctly prior to use.
• Calculated heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.

• Supervised a team of carpenters, providing guidance and instruction in order to ensure quality craftsmanship was maintained throughout each project.
• Coordinated work activities with other construction project activities.
• Utilized advanced problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult situations on job sites.
• Assigned work to employees, based on material, and worker requirements of specific jobs.
• Successfully completed multiple projects ahead of schedule while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Estimated material or worker requirements to complete jobs.
• Inspected finished products to confirm specification adherence.
• Developed crew schedules, delegated tasks, monitored progress, and provided feedback as needed to ensure successful completion of projects.