Nicholas Figueroa
Porter,TX
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Utility Construction Inspector/Coordinator with 15+ years of experience in overseeing utility construction projects from inception to completion. Skilled in conducting quality control inspections and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Ability to analyze plans and specifications, identify potential issues, and implement timely and cost-effective solutions. Keen ability to maintain strong relationships with coworkers and clients, and driving project efficiency and success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Inspector
RG Miller
05.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple projects/contractors simultaneously to ensure a cohesive worksite and daily progress on each phase of work
- Verified compliance with plan profile and local city/county specifications
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Investigated complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites and coordinated with contractors and county officials to remedy situations in a timely manner.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on projects with multiple contractors at different phases of work including dirt work, concrete paving, underground utilities, etc.
- Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
Utility Construction Inspector/ Coordinator
New Caney Municipal Utility District
06.2009 - 05.2024
- Conducted routine/spot inspections on underground water and sewer systems to ensure compliance with TCEQ and M.U.D
- Regulations and safety/quality standards
- Identified potential safety hazards or deficiencies in utility system construction and recommended immediate corrective actions to prevent accidents or future failures
- Collaborated with utility district personnel and developers/contractors to coordinate inspection schedules and communicate findings effectively
- Acted as the main point of contact for new customers, providing support, answering questions, and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
- Communicated effectively with potential customers to clarify information or request additional documents if needed
- Streamlined communication between incoming developers and M.U.D
- Management/M.U.D
- Engineer to address any major concerns or issues promptly
- Coordinated with M.U.D
- Managment and Developer or their Contractors/subcontractors on upcoming and ongoing construction projects within the district
- Oversaw sanitary manhole construction and installation to ensure blueprints and M.U.D
- Specifications are followed properly
- Witnessed Installation of precast manhole sections and appropriate sealants to ensure watertight connections
- Performed quality control checks daily or as necessary to ensure proper installation and grade/alignment of onsite and offsite water and wastewater system components
- Collaborated with construction teams to coordinate activities and ensure timely completion of projects
- Monitored installation, repair, and maintenance of underground waterlines while adhering to safety standards and environmental regulations.
Military Veteran
United States Air Force
04.2003 - 03.2009
- Served with Pride and distinction for 6 years across 3 different continents including one tour in Iraq gaining my 7 level certification in my career field
- Honorably discharged as an E-5/Staff Sargeant after my contractual obligation was fulfilled
- Directly supported Operation Iraqi Freedom where I learned invaluable life skills and survival techniques while in a combat zone
- Learned to be a skilled mechanic able to work on various types of military combat and daily use vehicles and their components such as HMMV's, Deuces, forklifts, firetrucks focusing on the vehicle engines, transmissions, drivetrains, electrical components
- Trained others to work together in a shop setting passing my knowledge to younger incoming troops as I rose through the ranks and became first line supervisor during my time in the service.
Education
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
09.2024
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New Caney High School
05.2002
Skills
- Highly motivated
- Detail oriented
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Develops positive workplace relationships
Certification
- B-Licensed Groundwater Treatment Operator, TCEQ
- C-Licensed Wastewater Treatment Operator, TCEQ
- Customer Service Inspector, TCEQ
Additional Information
Assisted in the testing and inspection of newly installed water lines to ensure proper functionality and compliance with standards. Received diploma after completing all required classes and state level testing and exams. Successfully completed required online classes to be eligible for TCEQ water and wastewater licensing exams. Continuing education classes and safety classes to keep licenses current and knowledge up to date.
Timeline
Construction Inspector
RG Miller
05.2024 - Current
Utility Construction Inspector/ Coordinator
New Caney Municipal Utility District
06.2009 - 05.2024
Military Veteran
United States Air Force
04.2003 - 03.2009
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
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New Caney High School
- B-Licensed Groundwater Treatment Operator, TCEQ
- C-Licensed Wastewater Treatment Operator, TCEQ
- Customer Service Inspector, TCEQ
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