Karuna Warren
Hallandale,Florida
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Project Manager and Project Engineer with 15 years of expertise in completing projects to meet client expectations. Expert in coordinating project estimates, risk assessments, and technical drawings to prepare for projects. Attentive in consistently analyzing real-time project data and reviewing reports for informed decision-making and ongoing support. A studious leader when assisting and training engineers with less experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Project Engineer
The Engineering Company, LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Project Managed over $10M in projects for climate resilience and infrastructure hardening
- Facilitated effective change management processes that minimized disruptions and ensured smooth transitions as projects evolved.
- Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
- Developing/ implementing project plans from cradle to grave that define the technical scope, objectives, budget, schedule, and methodology of the project.
- Established strong working relationships with clients to ensure clear communication of expectations and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
Waternow Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2023
- Provided clean water to over $110,000 people internationally
- Implemented clean water systems, wastewater village applications, and renewable energy systems
- Resource management education, water filtration systems, implementing projects for indigenous communities
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Represented the organization at industry conferences and events.
- Directed research and development efforts in alignment with long-term strategic goals to maintain competitive advantage within the industry sector.
Project Manager
RANDSTAD USA
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Work with lntren, Inc
- ( PG&E consultant) Project Engineer responsible for project deliverables such as schedule, budget, technical specifications, power line plans, communications with client, sales, CAD drawings, construction specifications management
- Contract position within the Transmission and Distribution fields
- Based out of San Jose CA
- RFP'S.
Operations and Planning Manager
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
04.2011 - 11.2014
- Responsible for managing Engineering & Operations activities, Service to approximately 23,000 customers in Big Bear Lake, capital work forecasting and implementation, Manage multi-million dollar project and construction budgets Substation upgrades, Plant Supervision, Supervision of Engineering Department, Utility Easements, Management of Collective Bargaining Workforce (IBEW), Contract Negotiations, Review Auto-CAD designs, Approve designs oversee construction of Transmission & Distribution projects
- Company Rep for California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) proceedings: Mobile Home Park metering, RFP'S; Project scope of works, project timeline reports, General Rate Case Participant Rep
- Safety Manager
Project Engineer
Sauder Miller Associates (SMA)
07.2009 - 03.2011
- Regulatory Compliance, New Utility Design and Coordination for Municipalities, Conceptual / Master Planning and 40-Year Water Plans, Preliminary Engineering Reports, Water Supply Wells, Reservoirs and Storage Tanks, Water Distribution, Transmission and Treatment, Hydro-geologic Investigation, Pump Testing and Well Siting, Wastewater Collection, Treatment and Disposal, Asset Management.
Project Manager
ENGINEER'S INC (Merged in 2016 and now is Occam Engineers Inc.)
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Engineering Project Manager- Municipal Water plants, water well design and oversight, Water pipeline reconstructions, storage tank design, operation and maintenance, wastewater systems and USDA/ RUS customer grants
- Environmental Compliance
- DOT projects, Construction Management.
Land Development Manager
LENNAR HOMES LLC
02.2006 - 09.2007
- Responsible for developing utilities and construction management of 1,100 new multi-family homes on a new 111 acre property including city planning, cradle to grave project management, coordinating engineering teams, electric services, solar tie-in to grid, water and wastewater design and coordination, utility services, home finishing specifications, sales lead coordination, final sign off, grading, permitting homes, RFI's, contracts
- Regulatory & Compliance.
Project Engineer
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
07.1996 - 12.2005
- Distribution Designer for Miami Beach Area (5 years), designing 110/220V services, vaults, OH and UGD line extensions and relocations, 120/208V and 277/480V new service designs, residential and commercial rep
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
- Crew Supervisor (2 years)- Emergency Restoration, load, and DER interconnection studies
- Transmission Line Engineer (69 kV to 500 kV- 2 years)
- Structure design, route planning and analysis, parts design, spun concrete pole material study, customer outreach & support
- Health & Safety Supervisor.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Miami, FL05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Evanston, IL05.1996
Skills
- Microsoft Teams
- Data Analysis
- Environmental Permitting
- Forecasting/ Scheduling
- Wastewater/ Septic Designs
- Project management
- Water resource management
- ACAD/ Computer design
- Safety-Minded
- Construction expertise
- Process Improvement
Certification
- OSHA 10-hour Construction Certificate 2023
- ARCSA (American Rainwater Association member)
- FDOT Approved TTC Training, Certificate # 617630
- MAKH Training certificate
Relocating
Ashville, NC
Personal Information
Title: Experienced Civil Engineer, Water & Wastewater Project Engineer, Construction Manager
Timeline
Sr. Project Engineer
The Engineering Company, LLC
06.2023 - Current
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
Waternow Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2023
Project Manager
RANDSTAD USA
12.2014 - 12.2015
Operations and Planning Manager
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
04.2011 - 11.2014
Project Engineer
Sauder Miller Associates (SMA)
07.2009 - 03.2011
Project Manager
ENGINEER'S INC (Merged in 2016 and now is Occam Engineers Inc.)
01.2008 - 06.2009
Land Development Manager
LENNAR HOMES LLC
02.2006 - 09.2007
Project Engineer
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
07.1996 - 12.2005
Master of Science - Engineering Management
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
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