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JAVIER DIEZ GALA

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Summary

Executive leader and professional with over 30 years of alternative project delivery (DB & P3), tolling, program management, GEC, O&M operations experience in all phases of highway and bridge infrastructure project lifecycle, including procurement, design, construction, tolling, operations, and maintenance.
Successful with business start-up environments by establishing high-performance teams, and implementing and managing cost-effective programs and management systems. Also, experienced in contract management with complex multi-party subcontracts and managing client and stakeholder relationships.
Experience in leading high-performing multidisciplinary and multicultural organizations in 5 different countries (Spain, Ireland, Poland, USA, and Chile), fostering long-term relationships with private and public clients with special interest in interacting in public-private infrastructure partnerships.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

M-45 Conservación (CINTRA)

Be in charge of managing operations and maintenance for M-45 Highway Sections Iand II located in Madrid.

FOUNDER and CEO

XTRADA LLC
04.2023 - Current
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
  • Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
  • Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.

General Manager

Pocahontas Parkway LLC (Globalvia)
06.2019 - 12.2022

I am responsible for preparing the yearly budget, with a focus on the technical aspect, managing toll collection and operations. Additionally, I manage key contracts, including financing and exploitation contracts, with a special emphasis on the concession. I also prepare important information to be shared with shareholders and the board of directors and maintain positive relations with the administration.

Technical Director Delegation

Globalvia Chile
06.2015 - 05.2019

As a manager and supervisor at Globalvia's Delegation in Chile, my responsibilities include overseeing construction contracts and providing technical advice for various projects. I work closely with the Administration, Contractors, and the independent engineer of the Financial Entities to ensure that budgets, deadlines, and quality control measures are met. The main project I am currently working on is the Autopista Santiago-Lampa (Ruta 5N) PPP.

Construction and Desing Manager

LBJ Infastructure (CINTRA)
03.2010 - 06.2015

I oversee and lead the design and construction of the LBJ Express project (PPP) inDallas, Texas, USA, which has a budget of 2.7 million USD. I maintain positiverelationships with the administration, contractors, and independent engineer.Additionally, I supervise the project's budgets, deadlines, and quality control toensure its success

Construcion and Design Manager

Autostrada Poludine (CINTRA)
03.2009 - 03.2010

Supervise the design and construction of the A1 Strykow-Pyrowwice Highway (PPP)in Warsaw, Poland. Manage relations with Administration, Contractors, and theIndependent Engineer. The project budget is 1.8 MMEuros.

Construction and Design Manager

Eurolink M3 (CINTRA)
02.2007 - 03.2009

Supervise the design and construction of M3 Clonee-North of Kell highway (PPP) inDublin, Ireland with a project budget of 580 MEuros. Maintain positive relationshipswith Administration, Contractors, and the Independent Engineer.

Construction Manager

Autopista Madrid-Levante (CINTRA)
10.2004 - 02.2007

Supervise the construction of the AP-36 Ocaña-La Roda (PPP) project, includin gbudget, deadlines, quality control, and relations with administration.

General Manager

M-45 Conservacion (CINTRA)
07.2002 - 10.2007

Construction Manager

TRADOS 45 (CINTRA)
06.1999 - 07.2007

Supervise the construction of Section II of M-45 Highway (PPP) in Madrid, including managing relationships with administration and contractors, budget oversight, dead lines, and quality control.

HIghway Operation and Maintenance Engineer

ELSAMEX
03.1998 - 06.1999
  • Presented technical findings to stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project status and goals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
  • Developed planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies.
  • Captured technical schematics for use in project planning and execution.

Technical and Quality Manager

Vifesa
09.1992 - 01.1994
  • Promoted a proactive approach to risk management within the organization, mitigating potential concerns before they escalated into larger issues.
  • Mentored junior staff members in quality management principles, fostering professional growth among team members.
  • Increased efficiency of the QMS by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business needs or industry advancements.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Engineering Intern

CORSAN
09.1991 - 09.1992
  • Assisted in the creation of technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
  • Effectively communicated complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring understanding of critical elements related to engineering projects.
  • Provided valuable insights during brainstorming sessions, contributing innovative ideas that led to project advancements.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.

Education

Master of Science - Ingeniero De Caminos, Canales Y Puertos

UNIVERSIDAD POLITECNICA DE MADRID
Madrid, Spain

Skills

  • Policy Development and Enforcement
  • Budget Development
  • Department Oversight
  • Consistently meet goals

Timeline

FOUNDER and CEO

XTRADA LLC
04.2023 - Current

General Manager

Pocahontas Parkway LLC (Globalvia)
06.2019 - 12.2022

Technical Director Delegation

Globalvia Chile
06.2015 - 05.2019

Construction and Desing Manager

LBJ Infastructure (CINTRA)
03.2010 - 06.2015

Construcion and Design Manager

Autostrada Poludine (CINTRA)
03.2009 - 03.2010

Construction and Design Manager

Eurolink M3 (CINTRA)
02.2007 - 03.2009

Construction Manager

Autopista Madrid-Levante (CINTRA)
10.2004 - 02.2007

General Manager

M-45 Conservacion (CINTRA)
07.2002 - 10.2007

Construction Manager

TRADOS 45 (CINTRA)
06.1999 - 07.2007

HIghway Operation and Maintenance Engineer

ELSAMEX
03.1998 - 06.1999

Technical and Quality Manager

Vifesa
09.1992 - 01.1994

Engineering Intern

CORSAN
09.1991 - 09.1992

General Manager

M-45 Conservación (CINTRA)

Master of Science - Ingeniero De Caminos, Canales Y Puertos

UNIVERSIDAD POLITECNICA DE MADRID
JAVIER DIEZ GALA