JUAN BANUELAS
Kansas City Metro
Summary
As a Project Manager and Estimator, I have over 10 years of experience in managing the financial, scheduling, procurement, and performance aspects of projects. I have successfully directed workflow segments, ensured compliance with safety standards, and overseen project execution and closure. I also have 5 years of civil/structural engineering before transitioning to project management. I am passionate about applying my skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality projects that meet client needs and expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Renewables Lead Estimator - Power Division
Kiewit Power Constructors
Lenexa, KS
02.2022 - Current
- Oversaw and verified accuracy of indirect project estimates and bid information.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to verify estimate scope completeness.
- Arranged support for staffing, equipment, and temporary facility needs.
- Reviewed owner's plans and specifications to develop comprehensive understanding of the scope of work.
- Produced financial reports, coordinated estimate submissions, and conducted reviews.
- Collaborated with project managers and engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of estimation department.
- Developed and submitted accurate construction project bids following detailed analysis of project specifications and blueprints.
Project Manager- Drilling and Utility Divisions
Aldridge Electric, Inc.
Lenexa, KS
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Participated in High-Potential Leadership Program.
- Led projects from initiation to completion across all phases.
- Contributed to pre-job planning, cost, and labor tracking on complex construction projects
- Generated, documented, and managed material submittals, RFIs, Change Orders, etc
- Procured materials and tools
- Schedule, Budget, and Financial Report
- Coordinated and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, designers, and vendors/suppliers
- Assisted with design, ensuring contract compliance, and permit review processes
- Estimated projects under Aldridge-Kiewit joint venture - Transmission Partners
- Promoted Incident and Injury Free (IIF) safety culture
Regional Sales Market Manager
Big R Bridge, Inc. (now CONTECH)
Shawnee, KS
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Collaborated directly with customers within specified geographic areas to address their requirements and secure work orders for engineering products.
- Collaborated with Sales Coordinators, Estimators, Engineering, and Project Management to achieve sales and profit margin goals.
- Achieved $10M average annual revenue in bridge, structural plate, and retaining wall sales.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Organized events such as trade shows or conferences to promote products and services.
Structural Engineer
Aerotek / Contract with Wilson & Company
Kansas City, MO
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Executed structural calculations for bridges and retaining walls in rail and highway sectors.
- Conducted takeoffs for structural steel, reinforcing steel, and concrete.
Project Designer-Structures / Construction Observation Manager
Shaffer, Kline & Warren, Inc.
Lenexa, KS
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Oversee construction observation department.
- Performed engineering design calculations using engineering methods for bridge, retaining walls, storm, and sanitary wastewater structures
- Assisted senior engineers with preliminary and back checking design plans
- Performed assessments and inspections of Missouri's Fracture Critical Bridges for the Department of Transportation.
- Provided construction observation for infrastructure projects such as roadway, storm and sanitary main water lines, asphalt chip and seal applications, and verified manhole air testing
Structural Engineer 1
TranSystems Inc.
Kansas City, MO
12.2013 - 01.2017
- Performed engineering design calculations using standard engineering methods for rail, pedestrian, & Highway Bridge, retaining wall, culvert and capacity design projects
- Performed structural steel, reinforcing steel and concrete takeoffs
- Delivered high-quality production plan sets for structural projects including bridges, culverts, and retaining walls.
- Conducted yearly inspections of over 30 bridges, retaining walls, and culverts and produced corresponding reports for KCT/BNSF.
- Conducted field investigations and reconnaissance on KDOT structures (timber, concrete and steel bridges and concrete and pipe culverts) for load rating analysis
- Recognized for outstanding performance on a 30+ mile long TexRail commuter project
- Program coordinator for Project Grow, a mentoring program of 100+ members
Education
MBA -
University of MO
Kansas City12.2024
B.S. - Civil Engineering
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12.2013
Skills
- Civil and Structural Engineering Design
- Cost and Project Estimation
- Subcontractor coordination
- Project Management
- Field Inspections
- Business Development Expertise
- Effective Time Management
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Organization
- Proficient in Spanish
- Proficient in InEight Hard Dollar
- Primavera contractor
- Microstation
- Microsoft Suite
Certification
- Construction Project Management | Columbia University
- Global Procurement and Sourcing Specialization | Rutgers University
- Fundamentals Of Engineering Exam
- OSHA 20 Hr Construction
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Renewables Lead Estimator - Power Division
Kiewit Power Constructors
02.2022 - Current
Project Manager- Drilling and Utility Divisions
Aldridge Electric, Inc.
03.2020 - 02.2023
Regional Sales Market Manager
Big R Bridge, Inc. (now CONTECH)
09.2018 - 01.2020
Structural Engineer
Aerotek / Contract with Wilson & Company
02.2018 - 09.2018
Project Designer-Structures / Construction Observation Manager
Shaffer, Kline & Warren, Inc.
07.2017 - 02.2018
Structural Engineer 1
TranSystems Inc.
12.2013 - 01.2017
MBA -
University of MO
B.S. - Civil Engineering
Kansas State University
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