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Elisabeth Schaper

Dripping Springs,TX

Summary

Accomplished Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in overseeing complex infrastructure construction and operational projects internationally. Expertise in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contractor management. Demonstrates strong organizational skills in managing multiple priorities while consistently meeting project objectives and budget constraints.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Career Break

Family Career Pause
2020 - Current

Dedicated time to raising and supporting a growing family while honing organizational, budgeting, scheduling, and project coordination skills. Managed complex household logistics, including relocation planning, contractor coordination, and long-term project planning, ensuring seamless transitions and effective resource allocation.

Construction Project Manager

Cirque du Soleil inc.
2014 - 2020
  • Monitored and managed project budget to maintain financial control.
  • Negotiated and selected contractors to align with project specifications and optimize cost efficiency.
  • Produced construction operations reports to inform stakeholders and support decision-making.
  • Supervised international site construction activities to ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain quality standards.
  • Conducted land surveying and implemented site work to align with design plans.

Assistant Project Manager

L.A. Hébert Ltée.
Brossard, Canada
2009 - 2014
  • Conducted risk analysis to identify and address potential project challenges.
  • Developed and executed implementation strategies that improved project efficiency.
  • Managed project risks to mitigate impacts on overall progress.
  • Ensured adherence to project requirements and objectives throughout execution.
  • Implemented health policy and safety standards to promote workplace security.
  • Prepared quantitative follow-up reports during construction phases.

Engineering Internship - Transport Engineering

BPR inc.
Montréal, Canada
2006 - 2009
  • Performed sizing calculations to meet project specifications and support design accuracy.
  • Collaborated with engineers to conceptualize road projects, enhancing design feasibility and effectiveness.
  • Defined quantitative specifications for project planning, ensuring clarity and precision in execution.

Engineering Internship - Assistant Project Manager

Sintra inc.
St-Isidore, Canada
2008 - 2008
  • Supervised site construction to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Compiled quantitative follow-up reports during construction activities to track performance effectively.
  • Coordinated project schedules and timelines for multiple initiatives.
  • Assisted in preparing project documentation and reports for stakeholders.
  • Facilitated communication between project teams and clients to ensure clarity.

Drafting Technician – Transport Engineering

BPR inc.
Québec, Canada
2004 - 2005
  • Drafted detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD software.
  • Reviewed project specifications to identify drafting requirements and standards.
  • Collaborated with engineers to ensure design accuracy and compliance.
  • Topographical survey plan planning

Land Surveying Technician

Town of Mount Royal
Mount Royal, Canada
2003 - 2003
  • Completed surveying calculations that ensured precise project assessments.
  • Drafted surveys that enhanced design and planning processes.
  • Prepared preliminary drawings of sidewalk and street profiles for project proposals.
  • Assisted inspectors during construction inspections to verify compliance with standards.
  • Participated in quantitative follow-up during construction to monitor progress and quality.

Education

B. Eng. - Construction Engineering

École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS)
Montréal, QC
01-2009

Diplôme d’études collégiales (“DEC”) - Civil Engineering Technology

Collège Limoilou
Québec City, QC
01-2004

Skills

  • Project management
  • Budget tracking
  • Schedule management
  • Vendor and contractor oversight
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Report development and executive reporting
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Operations management
  • Executive reporting
  • Remotee collaboration
  • Multilingual communication
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Career Break

Family Career Pause
2020 - Current

Construction Project Manager

Cirque du Soleil inc.
2014 - 2020

Assistant Project Manager

L.A. Hébert Ltée.
2009 - 2014

Engineering Internship - Transport Engineering

BPR inc.
2006 - 2009

Engineering Internship - Assistant Project Manager

Sintra inc.
2008 - 2008

Drafting Technician – Transport Engineering

BPR inc.
2004 - 2005

Land Surveying Technician

Town of Mount Royal
2003 - 2003

B. Eng. - Construction Engineering

École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS)

Diplôme d’études collégiales (“DEC”) - Civil Engineering Technology

Collège Limoilou
Elisabeth Schaper