Austin Herrington
Birmingham,Alabama
Summary
Civil engineer with extensive experience in transportation infrastructure and federal projects. Adept at project planning, construction oversight, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Strong leader with a proven ability to coordinate teams, and deliver results efficiently.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Engineer
Federal Highway Administration
Montgomery, Alabama
01.2025 - Current
- Reviewed and approved design plans and justifications to ensure compliance with federal standards.
- Participated in project development meetings to facilitate collaboration.
- Consulted with environmental specialists to evaluate draft and final environmental documents.
- Performed reviews on delegated projects and state oversight processes.
- Assisted with developing, implementing, and reporting risk assessments and unit planning.
- Conducted inspections for emergency relief activities to assess eligibility for ER funds.
- Executed periodic inspections of construction projects for contract compliance, documenting findings.
Assistant Traffic Engineer
Alabama Department of Transportation
Alexander City, Alabama
11.2021 - 01.2025
- Supervise crews on job sites, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety regulations in high-risk environments.
- Conduct field data collection to inform engineering decisions and calculations.
- Perform project studies to evaluate feasibility, and recommend modifications.
- Participate in planning meetings and statewide conferences to discuss personnel and project strategies.
- Conduct on-site inspections to verify compliance with AASHTO safety standards.
Civil Engineer
Gonzalez-Strength & Associates Inc.
Hoover, Alabama
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Contributed to design of infrastructure projects for Alabama Department of Transportation and private sector clients.
- Utilized MicroStation Inroads, InletSoft, StormCAD, and HydroCAD for project analysis and design.
- Developed spreadsheets to quantify project materials, and integrated data into cost-estimating programs.
- Conducted on-site inspections as a certified Qualified Credentialed Inspector (QCI).
Education
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Auburn University
Auburn, AlabamaSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- MicroStation
- InRoads
- AutoCAD
- Civil3D
- Autodesk Revit
- Surveying techniques
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Project inspections
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Area Engineer
Federal Highway Administration
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Traffic Engineer
Alabama Department of Transportation
11.2021 - 01.2025
Civil Engineer
Gonzalez-Strength & Associates Inc.
08.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Auburn University
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