ProCore
Paris Woods
Civil Engineer
Houston,TX
Summary
Creative Civil Engineer with 3 years of progressive experience in technical specification, construction inspections and survey work to maintain ethical knowledge and behavior consistent with high aims of civil engineering profession. Working knowledge of public works construction, inspection and CAD systems. Results-oriented Civil Engineer, with moderate knowledge of design, drafting, cost estimation and presentations. Excellent public speaking and teamwork skills. High interest in municipal infrastructure.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Assistant
Turner Construction
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
- Gathered relevant data from various sources and developed comprehensive reports for leadership review.
- Supported senior engineers by performing specific and limited portions of their more board assignment.
- Assist in the preparation of improvement plans, specification, and supporting documents for commercial development, healthcare campuses, university campuses and public works projects.
- Oversaw project schedule, including determining critical deadlines and task assignments.
Engineering Co-Op Student
Turner Construction
Chicago , IL
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Completed over 5 estimating projects consistently sticking to strict schedules and budgets from start to finish.
- Trained entry level engineers on biding processes to streamline overall productivity for estimating projects.
- Followed up with external contractors, project owners and other stakeholders to gather information and resolve issues.
- Coordinated responses to RFIs issued by contractors for building operations.
- Implemented safety and accident prevention programs for each project.
- Check, interpret and revise engineering drawings.
- Use of Civil 3D techniques and principles.
Engineering Co-Op Student
Norfolk Southern
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Inspected GIS equipment before, during and after projects to maintain progression and functionality.
- Drafted 2D and 3D designs, using both Revit and AutoCAD software.
- Made and checked complex engineering computations quickly and accurately.
- Studied blueprints and stayed up to date on latest railroad technologies for best-in-class railyard inspection work.
- Using GIS to use for land/site planning design in railyard.
- Developed and implemented process flow improvement and standardization projects.
- Drafted new and updated designs using AutoCAD.
Engineering Intern
Illinois Department Of Transportation
Chicago , IL
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use.
- 'Perform design Calculation, sketches, technical, and comparison.
- Oversaw productivity streams for ongoing and special projects.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Coordinate with other discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN 08.2015 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL 08.2011 - 05.2016
Skills
AutoCAD
Accomplishments
- President of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for Purdue University Northwest 2018.
- Member of NSBE Professional Chapter.
- Worked for Turner Construction more than 30+ hours a week while being a full time college student.
Software
BlueBeam
OnScreen TakeOff
AutoDesk 3D Civil
Certification
OSHA 30
Timeline
OSHA 30
05-2020
ProCore Training
03-2020
Engineering Assistant
Turner Construction
01.2020 - 08.2020
Engineering Co-Op Student
Turner Construction
05.2017 - 12.2019
Engineering Co-Op Student
Norfolk Southern
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Purdue University Northwest
08.2015 - 12.2019
Engineering Intern
Illinois Department Of Transportation
05.2015 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Moraine Valley Community College
08.2011 - 05.2016
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