EFREN JOSÉ LEYVA ECHEVARRÍA
Coral Gables
Summary
Civil Engineer with over 36 years of experience in the construction industry, including large infrastructure projects, hotel developments, and prefabricated systems. Strong background in project execution, site management, and technical supervision. Highly skilled in masonry, plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry, currently working as a professional handyman/contractor. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and practical problem-solving.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor / Handyman
Independent Contractor / Handyman
United States
01.2022 - Current
- Provide residential and commercial maintenance services.
- Perform masonry, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
- Handle repairs, remodeling, and general construction tasks.
Contractor
Engineering Services Company - Contractor
Cuba
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Worked as a general contractor on multiple construction projects.
- Coordinated materials, labor, and timelines.
- Supervised execution of civil works.
Head of Prefab Division
Prefabricated Construction Company
Cienfuegos, Cuba
01.1994 - 01.2007
- Managed prefabricated construction operations.
- Led teams and supervised production and installation.
- Worked 2.5 years with French company Caribbean SODIAR on hotel construction projects in Cayo Largo del Sur, Cuba.
Site Supervisor
Hotel Construction Projects
Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Executed hotel construction works.
- Supervised on-site labor and quality control.
Construction Technician
Juraguá Nuclear Power Plant
Cienfuegos, Cuba
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Worked as technician and construction executor.
- Assisted in large-scale infrastructure development.
Education
Master's Degree - Housing (Construction)
CUJAE - Technological University of Havana
Cuba01.2014
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Universidad Central de Las Villas
Santa Clara, Cuba01.1989
Skills
- Workload management
- Deadline adherence
- Safety compliance
- Project management
- Estimations and quotes
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Project restructuring
Languages
Spanish
English
Professional Development
- Postgraduate Courses in Construction Project Organization
- Business Management
- Accounting and Finance
Timeline
Independent Contractor / Handyman
Independent Contractor / Handyman
01.2022 - Current
Contractor
Engineering Services Company - Contractor
01.2007 - 01.2022
Head of Prefab Division
Prefabricated Construction Company
01.1994 - 01.2007
Site Supervisor
Hotel Construction Projects
01.1992 - 01.1994
Construction Technician
Juraguá Nuclear Power Plant
01.1989 - 01.1992
Master's Degree - Housing (Construction)
CUJAE - Technological University of Havana
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Universidad Central de Las Villas