Dara Gomez
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented Construction Inspector with proven attention to detail and expertise in project standards. Successful at bringing projects in line with requirements through diligence in plan and structural reviews. Decisive in highlighting and helping correct construction problems with knowledgeable recommendations. Qualified Construction Inspector with background in conducting comprehensive evaluations of construction projects, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations. Strengths include thorough knowledge of building codes, project management skills, and ability to work in high-pressure environments. Capable of identifying issues promptly, offering solutions for improvement, and contributing positively to team outcomes. Demonstrated record of maintaining safety standards and improving efficiency on all assigned projects.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Inspector
Doña Ana County
Las Cruces, NM
01.2003 - 11.2021
- Reviewed Engineering drawings prior to project construction.
- Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.
- Documented inspection findings in reports detailing any nonconformity found during site visits.
- Collaborated with government entities on the construction of Federal, State, City, and County roadways within Doña Ana County.
- Collaborated with engineers, developers, and contractors during project construction.
- Ensured work zone safety compliance for all projects through installation and maintenance.
- Performed the final inspection and acceptance of all projects.
Sr. Quality Control Technician
Smith Engineering Company
Roswell, NM
04.1997 - 01.2021
- Assisted with training new Quality Control Technicians on proper procedures for inspecting materials and products.
- Investigated contractor concerns related to quality issues.
- Performed soil testing in both lab and field environments, including texture classification, bulk density measurement, permeability analysis, Atterberg limits determination, sieve analysis procedure, specific gravity calculation, standard and modified Proctor tests as well as field density assessments. Per ASTM and AASHTO specifications.
- Conducted Superpave testing and other related tests on asphalt materials. Per ASTM and AASHTO specifications, including all required lab and field testing.
- Conducted concrete testing in both lab and field environments, including slump test, molds, compressive strength test, dry shrinkage, temperature, air content, permeability, mortar testing, etc. Per ASTM and AASHTO specifications.
- Worked closely with other professionals, such as engineers and contractors, throughout the completion of the projects.
Quality Control Technician
Armstrong Construction
Roswell, NM
05.1995 - 04.1997
- Conducted laboratory tests on aggregates, soil, and asphalt for crusher and hot plant control as well as roadway construction.
- Conducted field testing on multiple projects to ensure quality control of work performed.
- Conducted State Highway comparison tests on federally funded project.
Quality Control Technician
Nielson Construction
Cortez, CO
11.1993 - 07.1994
- Performed state highway comparison testing on federally funded State Highway US 70 in Hondo, NM.
- Performed aggregate sampling and testing for crusher and hot plant control.
- Conducted all NMDOT required testing for roadway field testing and lab testing of soils and asphalt in accordance with AASHTO specifications.
Quality Control Technician
K Barnett and Sons Construction
Clovis, NM
01.1993 - 07.1994
- Conducted state HWY comparison tests on federally funded State Road 2 in Lake Arthur, NM.
- Work performed included aggregate sampling and gradation testing for crusher and hot plant control.
- Conducted lab and roadway tests encompassing densities, coring, bulk and specific gravities, Atterburg limits, and all other required testing by NMDOT. Per AASHTO requirements.
Quality Control Technician
Nielson Construction
Cortez , CO
09.1992 - 12.1992
- Conducted state highway comparison testing for federally funded state highway 285.
- Performed all required tests for NMDOT on soils and asphalt, in both laboratory and field settings.
Quality Control Technician
James Hamilton Construction
Silver City, NM
02.1992 - 09.1992
- Conducted all required comparison testing by NMDOT for federally funded road projects in Elida, Portales, and Carlsbad, NM.
- Conducted sampling and testing of aggregates for crusher and hot plant control, performing all necessary lab and field tests.
Education
Manpower Development And On-the-job Training 1992
Associated Contractors of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-1992
High School Diploma -
Eagle Mountain High School
Eagle Mountain, CA08-1974
Skills
- Schedule Coordination
- Safety Regulations
- Environmental Compliance
- Construction knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Code enforcement
- Site Inspection
- Materials Testing
- Professionalism
- Decision-Making
- Zoning requirements
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Problem-solving abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Correction plans
- Safety Guidelines
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team building
- Active Listening
- Time management abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Relationship Building
- Report Generation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Building codes and regulations
- Repair procedures
- License inspections
- Safety awareness
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Permitting
- Self Motivation
- Team Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical Skills
Certification
- Associated Contractors of New Mexico, SWPPP Competent Person Certificate
- National Highway Institute Certificate, Maintenance of Traffic for Supervisors
- IMSA Certificate, Work Zone Safety Specialist
- Fred Pryor Seminars - Career Track Certificate, Dealing with Difficult People
- PRC Certificate of Training, New Mexico Safe Excavator
- Associated Contractors of New Mexico Certificates, Asphalt, Superpave, Aggregates, Soils and Nuclear Gauge Densometer 1992-2006
- ACI Certificate, Concrete testing for lab and field testing
Timeline
Construction Inspector
Doña Ana County
01.2003 - 11.2021
Sr. Quality Control Technician
Smith Engineering Company
04.1997 - 01.2021
Quality Control Technician
Armstrong Construction
05.1995 - 04.1997
Quality Control Technician
Nielson Construction
11.1993 - 07.1994
Quality Control Technician
K Barnett and Sons Construction
01.1993 - 07.1994
Quality Control Technician
Nielson Construction
09.1992 - 12.1992
Quality Control Technician
James Hamilton Construction
02.1992 - 09.1992
Manpower Development And On-the-job Training 1992
Associated Contractors of New Mexico
High School Diploma -
Eagle Mountain High School
- Associated Contractors of New Mexico, SWPPP Competent Person Certificate
- National Highway Institute Certificate, Maintenance of Traffic for Supervisors
- IMSA Certificate, Work Zone Safety Specialist
- Fred Pryor Seminars - Career Track Certificate, Dealing with Difficult People
- PRC Certificate of Training, New Mexico Safe Excavator
- Associated Contractors of New Mexico Certificates, Asphalt, Superpave, Aggregates, Soils and Nuclear Gauge Densometer 1992-2006
- ACI Certificate, Concrete testing for lab and field testing
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