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Cristina Palomino

Cristina Palomino

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Dynamic project and construction management leader with extensive experience at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, excelling in crisis management and logistical optimization. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency while fostering collaborative relationships. Proficient in strategic planning, complex problem-solving, and cross-functional communication, driving customer-focused program initiatives. Committed to leveraging a strong program management background to contribute to organizational growth and success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Department of Veterans Affairs Program Manager / Special Projects Officer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Los Angeles, USA
08.2024 - Current

Project Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Los Angeles, USA
03.2022 - 07.2024

Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Israel
06.2023 - 10.2023

Company Commander

687th Engineer Company, XVIII Airborne Corps
06.2020 - 02.2022

Battalion Logistics Officer (S-4)

46th Engineer Battalion, XVIII Airborne Corps
07.2018 - 06.2020

Executive Officer, Sapper Company

Bravo Company, 40th Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Division
11.2016 - 10.2017

Platoon Leader, Engineer Support Platoon

40th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Division
11.2015 - 10.2016

Headquarters Platoon Leader

2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division
05.2014 - 11.2015

Cadet Summer Training (CST)

05.2014 - 08.2014

Education

Masters - Operational Studies

U.S Army Command and General Staff College
08.2026

Master of Geoscience - GIS

Texas A&M University
01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Leadership Studies

Texas A&M University
01.2014

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Project & Construction Management
  • Logistics & Resource Optimization
  • Crisis & Disaster Management
  • Community Engagement & STEM Advocacy
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Process Improvement & Risk Management
  • Property & material management
  • Team training and development
  • Quality assurance
  • Budget Management Skills
  • Developing Collaborative Connections

Accomplishments

· Meritorious Service Medal (with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster)

· Army Commendation Medal (with R devise and Oak Leaf Cluster)

· Army Achievement Medal (with four Oak Leaf Clusters)

· Army Superior Unit Award

· National Defense Service medal

· Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

· Armed Forces Service Medal

· Army Service Ribbon

· Louisiana Emergency Service Ribbon

· Norwegian Badge-Bronze

· USACE Los Angles District FY22, 4QTR Outstanding Project Delivery Team

· USACE Los Angles District FY23, 1QTR Outstanding Project delivery Team Member

· USACE Los Angles District FY23, 3QTR Compass Award

Timeline

Deputy Department of Veterans Affairs Program Manager / Special Projects Officer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
08.2024 - Current

Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
06.2023 - 10.2023

Project Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
03.2022 - 07.2024

Company Commander

687th Engineer Company, XVIII Airborne Corps
06.2020 - 02.2022

Battalion Logistics Officer (S-4)

46th Engineer Battalion, XVIII Airborne Corps
07.2018 - 06.2020

Executive Officer, Sapper Company

Bravo Company, 40th Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Division
11.2016 - 10.2017

Platoon Leader, Engineer Support Platoon

40th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 1st Armored Division
11.2015 - 10.2016

Headquarters Platoon Leader

2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division
05.2014 - 11.2015

Cadet Summer Training (CST)

05.2014 - 08.2014

Masters - Operational Studies

U.S Army Command and General Staff College

Master of Geoscience - GIS

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Leadership Studies

Texas A&M University
Cristina Palomino