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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software Proficiencies
Certification
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Luis Alejandro Castellanos Holguín

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly accomplished Civil Engineer with a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) from PMI. Proficient in slope stability analysis, soil mechanics, design calculations, and construction management for various infrastructure projects. Adept at project organization, management, and administration. Dedicated Field Engineer successful at fostering and developing client relationships.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager – Field Engineer - Estimator

Martinez Frogs Inc
12.2021 - Current
  • Currently managing IDOT Project I-21-4745 as the prime contractor, Project RR-19-9219 as a subcontractor, and City Colleges of Chicago (Subcontractor: Dawson Tech)
  • Responsible for material takeoff for institutional projects, including IDOT, Forest Preserve, MWRD, and others
  • Expert in subcontractor and material bidding processes
  • Skilled in managing contractual documentation
  • Proficient in design adjustments for construction
  • Key communicator between the company, Construction Managers, and Project Managers
  • GIS data manager and on-site auxiliary surveyor for specific projects
  • Field engineer responsible for labor crew
  • Purchasing Manager.

Estimator – Electrician Apprentice

Molloy Electrical Co.
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Specialized in estimating for residential and commercial electrical projects.

Electrician Apprentice

Premier Electric
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Worked on residential and commercial electrical projects.

Assistant Professor – Research Assistant

Illinois Institute of Technology
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Assisted in research and academic activities.

Technical Office Engineer

Grupo CAPEX - Concessionaire Ruta del Sol S.A.S.
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Provided technical support for quantity reports and accompanied processes with Audit, Courts, and international technical experts.

Technical Office - Project Engineer

Ruta del Sol Construction Consortium - Sector 2
02.2013 - 07.2017
  • Responsible for measuring and delivering works to the client and ensuring compliance with specifications.

Operation and Maintenance Engineer

Concession Ruta del Sol S.A.S.
07.2012 - 01.2013
  • Organized contractor activities and supervised works on the corridor.

Project Engineer

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
03.2011 - 07.2012
  • Managed projects in the Geotechnical Department and worked as an estimator.

Engineering Assistant

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
12.2011 - 03.2012
  • Assisted in the development of technical specifications and budget preparation.

Engineering Assistant

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
07.2011 - 11.2011
  • Assisted in the formulation of aqueduct and sewerage plans.

Education

Construction Management Program -

Turner Construction Company
04.2022

Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering – Construction Management (Incomplete) -

Illinois Institute of Technology
01.2020

Master of Science in Civil Engineering with an Emphasis on Project Management and Construction -

Pontifical Xaverian University
09.2019

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -

PMI
03.2019

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -

Colombian School of Engineering "Julio Garavito"
02.2011

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Field Data Collection
  • Product Modifications
  • Specifications Review
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Community Relations
  • Jobsite Support
  • Subcontractor Supervision
  • Standards and Compliance

Software Proficiencies

  • Plan Swift/RS Means
  • AutoCAD 2D and 3D
  • ETABS and SAP2000 (Structural Modeling Software)
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • EPANET (Sewer and Waterline System Design)
  • MS Office (Including MS Project)

Certification

CAPM - PMI 2018-2024

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Project Manager – Field Engineer - Estimator

Martinez Frogs Inc
12.2021 - Current

Estimator – Electrician Apprentice

Molloy Electrical Co.
11.2020 - 12.2021

Electrician Apprentice

Premier Electric
08.2020 - 11.2020

Assistant Professor – Research Assistant

Illinois Institute of Technology
01.2020 - 08.2020

Technical Office Engineer

Grupo CAPEX - Concessionaire Ruta del Sol S.A.S.
01.2018 - 09.2018

Technical Office - Project Engineer

Ruta del Sol Construction Consortium - Sector 2
02.2013 - 07.2017

Operation and Maintenance Engineer

Concession Ruta del Sol S.A.S.
07.2012 - 01.2013

Engineering Assistant

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
12.2011 - 03.2012

Engineering Assistant

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
07.2011 - 11.2011

Project Engineer

Gomez Cajiao y Asociados
03.2011 - 07.2012

Construction Management Program -

Turner Construction Company

Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering – Construction Management (Incomplete) -

Illinois Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Civil Engineering with an Emphasis on Project Management and Construction -

Pontifical Xaverian University

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) -

PMI

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -

Colombian School of Engineering "Julio Garavito"
Luis Alejandro Castellanos Holguín