Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Languages
Certification
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Evert Garcia

Evert Garcia

Rochester,NY

Summary

Professional Engineer with over 15 years of experience in municipal and transportation engineering, construction, and planning within the public utility sector. Proven track record in implementing modernization and technological improvements through effective leadership and collaboration. Skilled in project management, resource coordination, and problem-solving, ensuring projects remain on schedule and meet objectives. Strong communicator adept at negotiating with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

TYLin International Engineering Consulting Firm
Rochester, New York
02.2024 - Current
  • Delivered complex projects on time and within budget by leading cross-functional teams.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans and schedules to guide team activities and resources.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment of project goals and expectations.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to proactively identify and mitigate potential issues.
  • Reviewed project documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
  • Managed project scope, timeline, and budget in accordance with company objectives.
  • Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets for effective oversight.
  • Liaised among senior management, project teams, and clients to maintain effective communication.

Commissioner of Public Works, Highway Superintendent

Town of Brighton
Rochester, New York
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Prepared multi-year capital improvement plan and annual budgets for DPW, Highway, Sewer, and Facility departments.
  • Monitored and approved all department budgets and expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Negotiated and administered CSEA and Teamsters Union contracts, resolving issues with union representatives.
  • Ensured compliance of purchases, agreements, contracts, and bidding documents with Town and NYS procurement policies.
  • Enforced town and NYS highway, vehicle, and traffic laws to maintain public safety.
  • Developed and monitored departmental policies such as Snow and Ice Control and Employee Evaluations.
  • Oversaw public interactions with Town staff, addressing resident concerns effectively.
  • Liaised with jurisdictional agencies including Departments of Transportation and NYSDEC on various projects.

Town Engineer

Town of Brighton
Rochester, New York
08.2010 - 01.2023
  • Report Directly to the Commissioner of Public Works.
  • Oversee Engineering department consisting of 3 full-time employees.
  • Prepare Department of Public Works budget and construction estimates for the 3-Year Capital Improvement Plan.
  • Review development projects, chair preconstruction meetings, oversee construction and interact with developers and their support team.
  • Develop Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications for all Department of Public Works projects.
  • Develop design plan, bidding documents and administer the bidding and construction of all Department of Public Works projects. Projects of note are: Annual sidewalk improvements, Highland Crossing Trail, Brickyard Trail, Public Safety Wing HVAC improvements, Town Hall facility roof replacement, Installation of Town Hall facility fire alarm system and the Farmer's Market Complex.
  • Secretary to the Town of Brighton Sustainability Oversight Committee.
  • Develop Community Plans. Plans of note include Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, Farmers Market Plan and Town Comprehensive Plan.
  • Oversee the formation of Town Special Districts including refuse, lighting, sidewalk, sidewalk snow removal, sanitary, drainage, park, and neighborhood improvement districts.
  • Administer and oversee the Town of Brighton Stormwater Management Plan, SWMP. Ensure that the plan complies with the NYSDEC guidelines.
  • Identify grant funding for municipal projects, prepare grant applications for various projects and administer grants.
  • Designed and implemented engineering solutions for community infrastructure projects.
  • Conducted regular inspections of municipal facilities to ensure compliance.
  • Developed technical specifications for equipment and materials used in projects.
  • Managed project timelines and coordinated resources across departments.
  • Provided technical support to town officials regarding engineering issues.
  • Reviewed and approved engineering plans submitted by contractors and consultants.

Education

Professional Engineering Examination -

01.2019

Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, New York
01.2010

Engineering Training Examination -

01.2010

Skills

  • Project management
  • Risk management
  • Budget administration
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Contract negotiation
  • Strategic planning

Affiliations

Vice President, American Public Works Association-Genesee Valley Chapter

Software Profile

  • Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis
  • ESRI ArcGIS Pro
  • SCS Technical Release 55, (TR-55); SCS Technical Release 20, (TR-20): HEC-RAS
  • Hydrocad
  • EPA Net
  • EPA SWMM
  • Microsoft: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook

Accomplishments

  • 2014 APWA Young Leader of the Year

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Professional Engineer, New York

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

TYLin International Engineering Consulting Firm
02.2024 - Current

Commissioner of Public Works, Highway Superintendent

Town of Brighton
01.2023 - 02.2024

Town Engineer

Town of Brighton
08.2010 - 01.2023

Professional Engineering Examination -

Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Engineering Training Examination -

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