ALEXANDRA DE LA CRUZ
Milpitas,CA
Summary
Experienced construction project engineer, recognized for excellence in project planning and budget management. Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and navigating complex challenges contribute to project success. Effective in coordinating change orders and negotiating vendor contracts for timely and cost-efficient project delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Engineer
European Paving Designs
San Jose, CA
11.2018 - Current
- Managed project budget and schedule while updating project reports to keep team informed of progress and potential cost impacts.
- Analyze manpower and equipment required for construction projects.
- Prepare schedules and update construction project tasks.
- Identify problems based on project drawings and anticipate solutions.
- Coordinated subcontractor change order process to ensure smooth project close-out.
- Analyzed project plans and specifications to prepare RFIs and change orders.
- Prepare product submittals package based on project specifications.
- Assist pre-construction meetings and weekly meetings to discuss project progress.
- Supported project manager in achieving project goals, implementing procedures, determining pricing, and negotiating scope changes.
Dual Role - Accounts Payable Administrator / Trucking Compliance & Fleet Coordinator
Reyes Produce Corp / Reyes Produce Transport Inc.
Bronx, NY
01.2016 - 10.2018
- Lead and oversee all aspects of development, implementation, standardization, and management of the Company's DOT Trucking Compliance Programs.
- Reconciled vendor statements and corrected discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records.
- Built relationships with vendors to anticipate needs while maintaining confidentiality.
- Researched vendor pricing and availability and negotiated savings in service costs.
- Coordinated contracting processes for service companies.
- Being point of contact and providing support to CEO and contractors, regarding project details.
- Recruited and coordinated logistics staff based on availability and project needs.
Education
MS - Project Management
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12.2021
B.S. - International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Ana G. Mendez University
Puerto Rico05.2012
Skills
- Project planning and scheduling
- Budget analysis
- Construction software: PlanGrid, Procore, Autodesk
- Project management
- Construction documentation
- RFI coordination
- Change orders
- Materials procurement
- Safety management
- Construction safety
- Subcontractor management
- Architectural drawing interpretation
- Building design understanding
- Change order management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team collaboration
- Time and task management
- Multi-tasking ability
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor relationship management
- Risk mitigation & Problem solving
- Submittal preparation
- Vendor negotiation skills
- Initiative and responsiveness
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Financial software: QuickBooks
- Cloud storage: Google Drive, Docs
- Adobe Creative Cloud expertise
- Presentation and communication tools
- Complex situation management
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Construction Project Engineer
European Paving Designs
11.2018 - Current
Dual Role - Accounts Payable Administrator / Trucking Compliance & Fleet Coordinator
Reyes Produce Corp / Reyes Produce Transport Inc.
01.2016 - 10.2018
MS - Project Management
University of Southern California
B.S. - International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Ana G. Mendez University