Daisha Smith
SC
Summary
Motivated Civil Engineering Graduate with expertise in transportation and construction management. Contributed to project success by assisting in preparation of hydrology and hydraulics reports and updating construction drawings in AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Focused on building infrastructure that benefits communities through a blend of technical knowledge, practical skills, and strong leadership.
Overview
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1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Tri-Development Center
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Promoted independence and quality of life through personalized care plans.
- Facilitated daily living activities, empowering clients in hygiene, meals, and transportation for enhanced independence.
- Worked collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Documented services and communicated progress to supervisors, ensuring continuity of care and alignment with client needs.
Civil Engineering Intern
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in preparation of hydrology/hydraulics reports, erosion control designs, and stormwater management strategies, contributing to project success.
- Assisted civil engineers in planning, designing, and reviewing conservation practices and land improvement projects for agricultural clients.
- Updated construction drawings and site layouts using AutoCAD and engineering tools, ensuring accuracy and compliance under supervision.
- Reviewed and organized technical documentation such as engineering plans, specifications, and soil maps for compliance with NRCS standards.
- Collaborated with conservationists and technicians to assess environmental impact and ensure sustainable land use practices.
- Gained exposure to federal environmental regulations and USDA conservation programs, including EQIP and CSP.
- Demonstrated effective time management by balancing fieldwork, technical tasks, and team responsibilities across multiple active projects. Conducted field visits to gather data for surveys, inspections, and soil investigations, contributing to accurate project planning and resource management.
Key Holder
Shoe Show
, South Carolina
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed store opening and closing, ensuring adherence to Shoe Show security procedures.
- Executed store opening and closing procedures, ensuring compliance with Shoe Show security protocols.
- Verified accuracy of register tills at the beginning and end of shift.
- Supervised staff training sessions to enhance customer service skills and product knowledge.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Civil Engineering
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC 07.2019 - 05.2025
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Confidentiality practices
- Safety assessments
- Confidentiality practices
- Data management
- Surveying, Soil Testing & Dam and Watershed Inspections
- Peer mentoring
- Confidentiality practices
Certification
FAC-COR Level I – Contracting Officer’s Representative
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Tri-Development Center
01.2024 - Current
Civil Engineering Intern
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
05.2022 - 08.2023
Key Holder
Shoe Show
11.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Civil Engineering
South Carolina State University
07.2019 - 05.2025