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Michael Mendoza Riveros

Chicago,IL

Summary

Driven Engineer Intern specializing in Civil Engineering, with over eight months of experience supporting senior engineers in civil and environmental projects. Proficient in Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software, I bring innovative problem-solving skills, critical thinking abilities, and effective time management to optimize project workflows. As an analytical Dispatcher, I excel in dispatching services, ensuring meticulous route planning and scheduling for on-time crew operations. My proactive monitoring approach allows swift issue resolution, contributing to seamless service delivery. With over 8 years of experience as a business-conscious General Manager in the Lawn Service industry, I offer focused leadership and prioritize employee relations, strategic training, and development initiatives. Consistently measuring performance against company goals, I establish improvement targets in safety, quality, cost, and delivery. Additionally, I've completed Transportation and Infrastructure classes, focusing on SYNCHO and data optimization. During these classes, I led efforts to enhance road service levels, demonstrating expertise in informed decision-making. Eager to apply my diverse skills, including CADD proficiency, to innovative projects, I'm prepared to align with forward-thinking teams and drive positive outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Traffic Engineer Consultant

KLOA
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - Current
  • Developed traffic engineering studies to analyze existing conditions and potential improvements.
  • Conducted field investigations to collect data on vehicular speeds, road use, accident locations, and other factors.
  • Analyzed collected data using specialized software such as Synchro and SimTraffic

Dispatcher

Minneapolis and Suburban Bus Company
Minneapolis, MN
02.2019 - 01.2024
  • Managed daily delivery and work schedules to maximize coverage.
  • Supervised driver dispatching, route planning and vehicle tracking for School Bus drivers.

Civil Engineering Intern

Met Council
Hopkins, MN
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported engineers and surveyors with field layout activities and measurements.
  • Performed construction reporting, file management and documentation.
  • Analyzed survey reports, maps or other topographical or geologic data.
  • Implemented safety and accident prevention programs prior to start of each project, conducting tailgate meetings daily.
  • Prepared graphs, spreadsheets and reports.
  • Facilitated environmental site assessments and recommended remediation plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
12-2023

Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

North Hennepin Community College
05.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Inver Hills Community College

Skills

  • AutoCAD Proficiency
  • Critical thinker
  • Team building
  • MS Excel

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Traffic Engineer Consultant

KLOA
03.2024 - Current

Civil Engineering Intern

Met Council
05.2022 - 12.2022

Dispatcher

Minneapolis and Suburban Bus Company
02.2019 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

North Hennepin Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Inver Hills Community College
Michael Mendoza Riveros