John Paraskevas, EIT
Queens Village,New York
Summary
Civil engineer with experience in design and drafting, as well as construction management and inspection of infrastructure projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineer
M&J Engineering
02.2024 - Current
- Responsibilities include aiding in drafting, design, inspection, and construction management of infrastructure projects
- Placed as lead inspector on the reconstruction of Centennial Park, a park in Long Island, NY. Inspection responsibilities included overseeing installation of new infrastructure of the park, including new drainage, plumbing, and electrical facilities, structural footings for site features, concrete and asphalt work, and landscaping. Construction management responsibilities included aiding in estimates for change order work, reviewing claims and submittals, documenting change orders, and aiding in developing a CPM schedule for the project.
- Position also allows for garnering experience in civil site design and drafting using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Resident Engineer
Arcadis
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Position entailed serving as the liaison between the client and contractors. Project involved repairs to severely damaged sidewalks and pedestrian ramps caused by trees and their roots across New York City. This was dependent on the severity of the damage, pedestrian traffic as well as the size and condition of the tree.
- Responsibilities included supervising and recording all quantities of excavation, forming, and concrete pouring of numerous sidewalks daily across various boroughs and assuring all NYC and ADA standards were adhered to; site safety by ensuring that all NYC MPT protocols were followed; overseeing the project budget and aiding the client in payment processes; and utilizing experience in handling disputes between clients and contractors and understanding of the financial aspects of projects.
Special Inspector
Future Tech Consultants
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Position entailed performing various special inspections and reporting observations for numerous jobs across New York State.
- Special inspections performed included shoring and structural stability inspections of all types, including support of excavation, underpinning, and demolition. Other inspections performed included soil compaction and firestopping. Project sites inspected included but were not limited to construction of new school buildings, installing new drainage systems, construction of parapets, and demolition of load-bearing walls.
- Collaborated with project officers and contractors to discuss field conditions and scope of work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY12-2020
Skills
- EIT Certified
- Autocad Civil 3D proficiency
- Construction management and inspection experience
- ACI I Certified
Timeline
Civil Engineer
M&J Engineering
02.2024 - Current
Resident Engineer
Arcadis
02.2022 - 12.2023
Special Inspector
Future Tech Consultants
06.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Hofstra University
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