Oscar Morales
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Construction Project Engineer specializing in utilities with expertise in take-offs, submittals, RFIs, and permitting processes. Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and various project management tools. Supports project managers and field superintendents to achieve project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
W.A. Rasic Construction
Long Beach, CA
11.2023 - Current
- Support Project Manager and Superintendent with project tasks
- Process submittals, RFIs, subcontract agreements, and permits
- Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and inspectors to ensure compliance
- Manage project schedules and attend pre-construction meetings
- Review and interpret plans, specifications, and dig alerts
- Request and analyze vendor quotes for cost efficiency
Takeoff Technician (Earthwork)
Sukut Construction
Santa Ana, CA
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Converted 2D civil engineer CAD files into 3D models for residential, landfill, and corridor projects
- Calculated precise earthwork quantities using Trimble and hand calculations
- Interpreted geo-technical and soil reports to support takeoff accuracy
- Delivered detailed takeoffs for sewer, storm drain, wall, and concrete work
Jr Estimator
Pacific Utility
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Read and interpreted dry utility, cable TV, telephone, fiber optic, and streetlight plans
- Performed take-offs using PlanSwift and prepared estimates in B2W
- Generated and tracked change orders, ensuring contract compliance
- Assisted foremen with material procurement and scope clarifications
- Contacted vendors for competitive quotes to reduce costs
Traffic Control Planner
California Traffic Control
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Designed and drafted temporary traffic control plans in AutoCAD
- Developed safe and accurate base maps and construction setups
- Coordinated plans with supervisors and ensured regulatory compliance
- Managed deadlines to align with jurisdictional approvals
Education
Associate of Science - Basic CAD, Residential Architectural Design
Westwood College
Anaheim, CA05.2012
Skills
- Project Coordination & Engineering
- Estimating & Take-offs (Earthwork, Utilities, Concrete)
- CAD Drafting (AutoCAD, Trimble, Bluebeam)
- Project Scheduling (Microsoft Project)
- Submittals, RFIs, and Permits Processing
- Vendor & Subcontractor Management
- Bilingual - English & Spanish
Certification
OSHA 30
Timeline
Project Engineer
W.A. Rasic Construction
11.2023 - Current
Takeoff Technician (Earthwork)
Sukut Construction
06.2021 - 11.2023
Jr Estimator
Pacific Utility
10.2017 - 06.2021
Traffic Control Planner
California Traffic Control
01.2015 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Basic CAD, Residential Architectural Design
Westwood College