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Juan Cordoba

Rogersville,Tennessee

Summary

Educated Geotechnical Geologist with experience providing guidance and planning complex geotechnical engineering projects. Excellent understanding of foundation and soil analysis. Strong research and technical writing skills to produce well-researched reports.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Geologist

Ingercivil Ltda
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Prepared comprehensive geotechnical reports for clients detailing findings, analyses, conclusions, and recommendations based on field investigations (Only in Colombia).
  • Promoted a strong safety culture within the organization by adhering to industry best practices and regulatory guidelines during all field activities.
  • Collaborated effectively with diverse stakeholders including engineers, contractors, regulators, landowners, and local communities throughout project lifecycle.
  • Supported infrastructure planning with accurate assessment of soil liquefaction potential in earthquake-prone areas.
  • Optimized resource extraction through comprehensive subsurface mapping and analysis of rock formations.
  • Streamlined construction projects by providing geotechnical recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks.
  • Increased accuracy of groundwater modeling with data collection from well installations and aquifer tests.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control procedures for all laboratory testing activities to ensure accurate and reliable geotechnical data.
  • Reduced risk of geotechnical failures by performing slope stability assessments and monitoring landslide hazards.
  • Provided valuable input to multidisciplinary teams during design phase, ensuring optimal engineering solutions considering geological constraints.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences

Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia
09.2013

Skills

  • Field Sampling Techniques
  • Geohazard Assessment
  • Foundation Design
  • Retaining Wall Design
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Rock Mechanics
  • Geotechnical Report Writing
  • GIS and Remote Sensing
  • Geotechnical Laboratory Testing
  • Seismic Hazard Analysis
  • Geological interpretation
  • Engineering Geology Mapping
  • Geologic Risk Management
  • Landslide Investigation
  • Field investigations
  • Hydrology process interpretation

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Engineering Geologist

Ingercivil Ltda
01.2014 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences

Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Juan Cordoba