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Kira Turner

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Proficient Project Engineer with over 15 years of experience driving 60+ diverse projects to completion. Dedicated work ethic emphasizing hands on knowledge and experience. Strong collaborator comfortable working with contractors, vendors, engineers and staff at all levels to ensure that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and according to specifications.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Addison Prime
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
  • Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Established successful relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.

Senior Research Engineer

Southwest Research Institute
01.2019 - 10.2023
  • Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines, and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
  • Set timelines and coordinated deliverables for R&D projects.
  • Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure efficient coordination and timely project completion.

Project Engineer

Intertek Automotive Research
11.2009 - 11.2018
  • Managed complex projects including engine emissions certification, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD), and fuel economy programs for OEMs and government entities.
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Reviewed, updated, and maintained documents, and liasoned with external auditors to maintain quality and safety ISO and OSHA accreditations.

Test Engineer

Intertek Carnot Emissions Services
06.2008 - 07.2010
  • Supported emissions certification and development programs for small and medium-duty engines including gasoline, diesel, and natural gas
  • Maintained calibration records for test stands, scheduled and performed instrumentation calibrations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

The University Of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
2008

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft Project
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Document Control
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
  • Schedule and Budget Management
  • Site Safety and Security
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Project Manager

Addison Prime
10.2023 - 12.2024

Senior Research Engineer

Southwest Research Institute
01.2019 - 10.2023

Project Engineer

Intertek Automotive Research
11.2009 - 11.2018

Test Engineer

Intertek Carnot Emissions Services
06.2008 - 07.2010

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

The University Of Texas At San Antonio

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