Luis Gonzalez, PE, BC.GE
Tampa,FL
Summary
Accomplished geotechnical engineer with 30+ years of progressive responsibility in engineering management, business development, and regional operations. Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering and ground improvement with involvement in projects in US and Latin America. Proven ability to drive organizational growth, expand market presence, and lead high-performing teams across diverse geographies. Licensed Professional Engineer in 10 states and Board Certified Geotechnical Engineer, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership to deliver sustainable business results. Recognized for building client trust, scaling operations, and aligning technical excellence with corporate vision.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Engineer / Regional Manager
Wurster Betterground
2018.03 - 2025.12
- Directed regional operations, managing budgets, staffing, and client portfolios for ground improvement projects in Florida and the Southeast US.
- Strengthened market presence through strategic partnerships and regional business expansion.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring financial targets were met while maintaining quality standards.
- Mentored junior managers, providing guidance on leadership development and operational best practices.
Senior Engineer / VP of Business Development
Wurster Engineering & Construction, Inc.
2017.03 - 2025.12
- Directed corporate growth strategy, securing new partnerships and expanding revenue streams.
- Oversaw engineering management functions, ensuring alignment between technical delivery and business objectives.
- Championed leadership development initiatives, mentoring senior engineers and managers to strengthen organizational capacity.
Branch Manager
NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC
2014.09 - 2017.03
- Led branch operations, overseeing P&L, staff development, and client engagement.
- Expanded service offerings, driving consistent revenue growth and improved client satisfaction.
- Positioned the branch as a trusted partner in geotechnical and environmental consulting.
Regional Engineer
Geopier Foundation Company
2012.10 - 2014.09
- Support licensees to develop and implement regional sales strategies to enhance market penetration (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Brazil, Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico and Honduras).
- Conducted technical presentations to educate clients on different ground improvement systems and technical advantages.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities in the region.
- Trained licensees on new ground improvement systems.
Education
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Universidad de Los Andes
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Skills
- Business development strategy
- Strategic team leadership
- Technical proficiency
- Regional Operations Management
- Market Expansion & Client Relations
- Organizational Growth & Change Management
- Engineering & Technical Oversight
- Project management
- Technical presentation
- Management skills
- Risk analysis
Affiliations
Deep Foundation Institute - Member of the Ground Improvement Committee.
ASCE - FL West Coast Chapter - Committee Member
Certification
- Board Certified Geotechnical Engineer – Academy of Geo Professionals (Issued Feb 2020)
- Professional Engineer (PE) – Licensed in SC, NC, GA, FL, WV, LA, KY, AL, MS, TN
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Engineer / Regional Manager
Wurster Betterground
2018.03 - 2025.12
Senior Engineer / VP of Business Development
Wurster Engineering & Construction, Inc.
2017.03 - 2025.12
Branch Manager
NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC
2014.09 - 2017.03
Regional Engineer
Geopier Foundation Company
2012.10 - 2014.09
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Universidad de Los Andes