Gustavo Varela
Arlington,VA
Summary
Seasoned Project Leader with background in managing diverse teams and projects. Skilled in leveraging technical, business and financial acumen to solve complex problems while meeting project goals. Strengths include effective communication, strategic planning, and adaptability. Demonstrated ability to drive efficiency and productivity through process improvements and team collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Project Leader
M.C. Dean
Tysons, Virginia
12.2023 - Current
- Leading the end-to-end development of fire alarm systems for a program of seven 36MW Data Centers encompassing engineering, fabrication, testing, installation and commissioning, totaling $13M+.
- Managing a $4M+ contract for the implementation of a Fire Management System for the Purple Line Light Rail Transit Project in Maryland, a Public Private Partnership.
- Analyzing engineering designs to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
- Improving and automating company processes by spearheading the creation of robust software tools and documentation.
Senior Engineer 3
M.C. Dean
Tysons Corner, Virginia
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Led the design and implementation of a cloud enterprise fire alarm monitoring and control system across 30 buildings.
- Trained and mentored engineers in engineering and construction processes, as well as project management.
- Conducted engineering studies to optimize aspirating smoke detector assembly manufacturing, resulting in significant advancement through a modular solution.
Project Manager/Project Superintendent
MAC 195 Engineering Corporation
North Miami Beach, FL
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
Technical Lead
Webhelp
Barcelona, Spain
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Architected technical solutions to solve customer issues using the Google Cloud Platform.
- Implemented Agile practices such as Scrum, Kanban, TDD, CI and CD.
- Managed and distributed tasks to team members using queues and backlog through a robust issue tracker.
- Performed code reviews and performance reviews.
- Answered over 350 questions about Google Workspace APIs on Stackoverflow.com.
Data Management Specialist
Mincatec
Barcelona, Spain
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Increased efficiency of the data validation process for clients in the automotive industry by automating repetitive tasks for parametric CAE software, CATIA.
- Developed scripts to migrate management tracker files from/to Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, resulting in significant cost savings and ensuring data safety in the process.
- Improved the process of generating engineering drawings based on 3D geometry.
- Provided training to engineers in electrical harness and cable routing using PTC Creo software.
Assistant Project Manager
MAC 195 Engineering Corporation
Miami, FL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Created and maintained detailed project documentation including schedules, budgets, change orders and invoices.
- Coordinated project activities and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Identified risks associated with projects and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
Mechanical Design Engineer
I-MAS
Barcelona, Spain
02.2011 - 10.2012
- Designed and developed an automated electropolishing machine for TiNi medical stents, creating detailed 3D models in Solidworks and integrating advanced features to enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
- Designed an automated production machine for aspirators, achieving a rate of 2 caps per second by developing 3D models and optimizing pneumatic control systems for precise operation.
- Improved operational efficiency and performance through the integration of advanced components and automation systems, ensuring structural integrity and optimal performance.
Education
Postgraduate Course - Industrial Automation And Robotics
Universitat Politècnica De Catalunya
Barcelona, Spain07-2011
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad Simón Bolívar
Caracas, Venezuela06-2010
Diploma - German Language
Geschwister Scholl Gymnasium
Leipzig, Germany07-2003
Skills
- Project Management
- Engineering Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff training and motivation
- Risk Management
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- CAD, CAE, CAM, 3D Printing
- Automation
- Programming / Prototyping
- Fire Alarm Engineering
Certification
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
- NICET II - (Exam Passed, certification in process)
Languages
Spanish / English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Professional
Affiliations
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Leader
M.C. Dean
12.2023 - Current
Senior Engineer 3
M.C. Dean
01.2023 - 12.2024
Project Manager/Project Superintendent
MAC 195 Engineering Corporation
10.2021 - 01.2023
Technical Lead
Webhelp
01.2020 - 09.2021
Data Management Specialist
Mincatec
02.2017 - 01.2020
Assistant Project Manager
MAC 195 Engineering Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2017
Mechanical Design Engineer
I-MAS
02.2011 - 10.2012
Postgraduate Course - Industrial Automation And Robotics
Universitat Politècnica De Catalunya
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad Simón Bolívar
Diploma - German Language
Geschwister Scholl Gymnasium
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
- NICET II - (Exam Passed, certification in process)
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