Robert Ornelas
Odessa
Summary
Motivated professional eager to embrace new challenges. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and adaptability, excelling in dynamic environments. Proven ability to work independently and rapidly acquire new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Transportation Planning and Design - Retired
Texas Department of Transportation
10.2017 - 01.2026
- Led and oversaw the planning and design portfolio of $11.8 billion for the Odessa District
- Successfully delivered more than $3.1 billion in construction lettings
- Provided direction and approval for environmental, right of way, utility, survey, planning and design activities
- Coordinated with local transportation partners, government officials and the public
- Ensured consistency across various planning documents
Transportation Engineer
Texas Department of Transportation
12.2004 - 10.2017
- Project Manager overseeing several design projects
- Performed advanced and complex engineering design work
- Responsible for the development of complete PS&E packages
- Trained less experienced designers
- Developed, maintained, and monitored project schedules
- Coordinated with various entities to ensure project delivery without delays
- Lead worker for planning section
Engineering Assistant
Texas Department of Transportation
Odessa
01.1999 - 12.2004
- Developed and assisted in the production of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E)
- Performed field inspection and material testing for construction projects
- Processed Change Orders
- Assisted in Data Collection and Field Surveying for Design Projects
- Performed Pavement Designs and made recommendations
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas12.1998
Skills
- Project management
- Transportation planning
- Budget oversight
- Stakeholder engagement
- Design supervision
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
Certification
Licensed Professional Engineer, Texas, 12/01/04
Timeline
Director of Transportation Planning and Design - Retired
Texas Department of Transportation
10.2017 - 01.2026
Transportation Engineer
Texas Department of Transportation
12.2004 - 10.2017
Engineering Assistant
Texas Department of Transportation
01.1999 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Texas A&M University