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ERNEST BRUGGENS IHEANACHO OFO

Ontario,CA

Summary

Talented Engineering Assistant competent in completing technical reviews, producing designs and collecting project data. Proactive and resourceful with a dependable and methodical nature.

Hardworking Engineering Assistant with Landfill Design and Mitigation degree and 10 years of Public Works experience. Reads blueprints, schematics and specifications and applies knowledge to effectively support design processes.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT

Los Angeles County Public Works
06.1988 - Current
  • Used Microsoft Office to develop documents and spreadsheets for specific analyses.
  • Oversaw project schedule and determined critical deadlines and task assignments.
  • Communicated with clients regarding project report status and delivery schedule.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with project stakeholders through regular status updates.
  • Managed ongoing maintenance and storage of test equipment.
  • Assisted in developing technical documents including reports, presentations, exhibits/figures, drawings, tables.
  • Assisted team in preparing civil designs, drawings, specifications, presentations and reports.
  • Assisted team in preparing drawings and reports.
  • Conduct basic calculations and Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
  • Conducted basic calculations and performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned and under the supervision of a project engineer.
  • Coordinated with other disciplines to ensure compatibility with Public Works intent.
  • Participated in Public Works deployment program to natural disaster areas (Woolsey Fire) Malibu for recovery operations to assist FEMA.
  • Performed field work related to pilot and/or construction related activities.
  • Performed landfill analysis for erosion controls and methane and landfill gas migration mitigation.
  • Performed numerous landfill monitoring inspection studies on an on-going basis for Sheriffs Dept, Kenneth Hahn Soccer Park and Victoria Park (Carson) to achieve landfill stability and protection for human life, air quality and ecological benefits.
  • Performed other critical and relevant duties as may be assigned by Unit or Section Manager.
  • Performed numerous complex calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
  • Prepared plans and design calculations for County civil infrastructure improvements.
  • Prepare and revise documentation in various project phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
  • Oversaw and directed public works construction projects from conception to completion which included reviewing the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
  • Oversaw all onsite and offsite public works constructions to monitor compliance with Federal, State and Local Agency building and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated and directed construction workers and subcontractors.
  • Spearheaded project design under direction of senior engineering staff.

Education

Ph.D. - Performance Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
08.2023

Skills

  • Prototype Development
  • Equipment Operation
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Engineering Management
  • Engineering Support
  • Complex Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Field Surveys
  • Assignment and Project Coordination
  • Technical Analysis
  • Engineering
  • Problem Identification and Analysis
  • Researching Knowledge
  • Site Assessments
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Budget Planning
  • Project Coordination

Timeline

PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT

Los Angeles County Public Works
06.1988 - Current

Ph.D. - Performance Psychology

Grand Canyon University
ERNEST BRUGGENS IHEANACHO OFO