John Verdugo
McGill
Summary
Dynamic General Engineering Contractor with a proven track record at John W Verdugo General Engineering, excelling in cost estimation and safety management. Spearheaded innovative solutions that enhanced project efficiency and fostered collaboration, mentoring junior engineers to drive team success. Committed to continuous improvement and environmental awareness in all engineering initiatives.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
General Engineering Contractor
John W Verdugo General Engineering
01.1973 - 02.2009
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize engineering processes and increase operational efficiency.
- Coordinated procurement efforts related to necessary materials or services required at various stages throughout the project timeline.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues within projects, developing long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations.
- Leveraged strong analytical skills to identify potential issues, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure project success.
- Championed safety protocols across all operations by enforcing strict adherence to established guidelines.
- Spearheaded innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges, resulting in successful project completion.
- Served as liaison between clients, vendors, subcontractors, ensuring clear communication channels throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
- Conducted thorough research to stay up-to-date on emerging trends in the engineering field, applying new knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
- Developed cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards for engineering projects.
- Evaluated technical documentation for accuracy and compliance with industry regulations prior to submission or implementation.
- Consistently met deadlines and budget constraints by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks.
- Reduced design errors through rigorous quality control checks and adherence to industry standards.
- Designed customized tools or equipment tailored specifically for unique project needs, maximizing efficiency during construction phases.
- Mentored junior engineers, sharing expertise and providing guidance to foster professional growth within the team.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing new technologies.
- Enhanced team productivity by fostering a collaborative work environment and providing ongoing training opportunities.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement, implementing learnings into future engineering initiatives.
- Supported project planning and execution efforts relating to technical documentation and process development.
- Finalized project plans and obtained approval from clients.
- Advised on design, planning and implementation of Dura wall projects.
- Monitored project activities and verified team adherence to project budget, business standards and regulations.
Education
Operating Engineer Degree -
Apprentice Training Program Operating Engineer
Anaheim, CA06-1979
Laguna Beach High School
Laguna Beach, CA06-1975
Skills
- Waste management
- Surveying techniques
- Building Information Modeling
- Construction management
- Cost estimation
- Water resources
- Structural analysis
- Soil mechanics
- Mechanical engineering
- Geotechnical engineering
- Hydraulics and hydrology
- Training and mentoring
- Safety management
- Environmental awareness
- Innovation and creativity
- Engineering design
- Cost control
- Feasibility studies
- Logistical planning
- Value engineering
- Lean principles
- Code compliance
- Site survey
- Technical specification analysis
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Engineering Contractor
John W Verdugo General Engineering
01.1973 - 02.2009
Operating Engineer Degree -
Apprentice Training Program Operating Engineer
Laguna Beach High School
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