Ian J. Hernandez Padilla
Guaynabo
Summary
Result-driven Assistant Project Manager and Procurement Specialist with 4+ years of experience across 100+ construction projects valued between $5K–$5M in the federal, commercial, and public sectors. Specialized in managing material sourcing, vendor selection, bid evaluation, and contract compliance under tight deadlines and budget controls. Proficient in preparing RFQs, purchase orders, submittals, and tracking projects through ERP systems. Strong record of aligning procurement schedules with project milestones and regulatory standards. Backed by a Bachelor of Science in International Affairs from Florida State University, with academic and practical expertise in global logistics, supply chain strategy, and intergovernmental operations. Fully bilingual and technically proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office programs. Currently relocating to Miami, FL.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Estimator
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
Puerto Rico
04.2021 - Current
- Managed a master bid calendar and organized all documentation to ensure timely submission of complete and compliant bid packages.
- Attended pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather technical details and summarize procurement-relevant requirements.
- Reviewed construction drawings and identified required materials, specifications, and scopes of work to inform sourcing and vendor alignment.
- Communicated with suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and subcontractors to obtain pricing, lead times, and terms; created comparative cost analyses for proposal development.
- Assembled procurement sections of proposals, including staffing needs, material breakdowns, timelines, quality control protocols, and safety components.
- Supported vendor prequalification and selection processes by evaluating pricing, delivery capacity, and compliance with bid specifications.
Assistant Project Manager
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
Puerto Rico
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated the timely procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and heavy machinery in alignment with contract scope, budget, and project timelines to ensure uninterrupted site operations.
- Conducted regular site visits to verify contractor compliance with procurement and delivery schedules; maintained detailed logs for performance tracking and reporting.
- Collaborated with stakeholders in weekly progress meetings with owner representatives; documented meeting minutes and tracked procurement-related action items.
- Processed and managed procurement documentation including Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, inspection requests, and change orders.
- Facilitated daily communication between procurement, site supervisors, foremen, engineers, inspectors, and clients to ensure timely material coordination and issue resolution.
- Monitored all procurement-related activities, delivery schedules, and vendor performance to maintain project alignment and compliance.
Certified Safety Officer
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
Puerto Rico
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated project-specific safety compliance measures in alignment with OSHA standards and organizational procurement requirements.
- Conducted regular on-site inspections to verify contractor and supplier adherence to safety protocols and delivery procedures.
- Maintained weekly safety documentation relevant to procurement operations, including inspection logs, safety meeting summaries, incident reports, and PPE compliance records.
- Verified certification validity for suppliers and subcontractors performing specialized tasks (e.g., heavy machinery operation) to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
Education
B.A. - International Affairs
Florida State University
Tallahassee09.2023
Skills
- Negotiation
- Solicitation Processes
- Bid & Contract Review
- Analytical Evaluation
- Database Tracking
- Document Management
- Communication Skills
- Vendor Interviewing
- ERP Proficiency
- Data Organization
- Bilingual
- Procurement & Compliance Skills
- Knowledge of formal and informal competitive bidding procedures
- Understanding of procurement laws, regulations, and funding compliance
- Ability to prepare and review purchase requisitions for accuracy and policy alignment
- Experience with solicitation processes (RFPs, RFQs, ITBs)
- Ability to explain and enforce purchasing policy and compliance standards
- Analytical & Review Skills
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing bids, contracts, and pricing
- Analytical thinking to evaluate proposals and ensure specification compliance
- Document management for solicitations, contracts, and procurement records
- Data entry and digital file organization across procurement platforms
- Vendor & Communication Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication for internal collaboration and vendor interaction
- Ability to interview vendors and gather product/service information
- Vendor negotiation, conflict resolution, and arbitration skills
- Customer service focus for assisting departments and responding to inquiries
- Public speaking and presentation skills for pre-bid meetings and training sessions
- Systems & Training Skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems for procurement functions (eg, requisition entry, contract management)
- Comfortable using internal intranet and web publishing tools for procurement updates
- Experience in training staff on procurement workflows (requisitions, receipts, change orders)
- Ability to track and update databases (ERP systems, contract logs, vendor files)
- Work coordination
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
- Report writing
- Safety protocols
- Risk assessment
- Cost estimation
- Scope definition
- Cost control
- Residential construction
- Commercial construction
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification – AAR Safety, Sept. 2023, AAR Safety, Sept. 2023
- Certification in Reading and Interpretation of Construction Drawings, Kinetic Interactive Synergy Solution, PR LLC, April 2023
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
Certified Safety Officer
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
09.2023 - Current
Project Estimator
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
04.2021 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
Dunamis Construction, Corp. & Trinity Metal Roof and Steel Structure, Corp
04.2021 - Current
B.A. - International Affairs
Florida State University