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José Daniel Orbezo Parrao
Civil Engineer
Benito Juárez,CDMX
Summary
Innovative Geotechnical Engineer with great skills and background in mexican geotechnical engineering industry. Sound proficiency of soil and rock properties and in situ testing. Ethical and honest with passion for environmentally friendly construction practices.
Overview
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years of post-secondary education
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years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Project Management
Sowitec México
Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México
04.2020 - Current
- Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Developed methodologies based on Value Engineering for wind and solar project screening purposes.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
- Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance.
- Developed executive presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement.
Head of Engineering
Sowitec México
Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects conceptual engineering were completed on time for civil and electrical design.
- Monitored all company inventory for wind resource and geological prefeasibility studies .
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Civil Engineer
Sowitec México
Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México
04.2015 - 02.2017
- Evaluated sites to determine soil adequacy for handling loads imposed by Wind Turbine Generator foundations and associated materials for 4 Wind Farms.
- Evaluated sites to determine soil adequacy for conventional foundations (driven piles) for PV generation plants.
- Oversaw conceptual civil design of plant site infrastructures, including access and internal road, WTG platforms, hydraulic works, foundations, trenches, substation and HVTL.
Geotechnical Engineer
Vorsevi México
Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México
08.2012 - 04.2015
- Analyzed survey reports, maps, blueprints and other topographical and geologic data to effectively plan infrastructure and construction projects.
- Planned and conducted exploration effectively.
- Developed accurate proposals and determined costs for investigation procedures.
- Performed geotechnical analysis and research to assess construction site conditions for linear (Mexico -Queretaro High-Speed Train) and wind energy projects, mainly.
- Obtained permits, planned and budgeted operations and coordinated in situ exploration.
- Performed in situ testing campaigns (borehole pressuremeter test of high pressure type for soils and rocks, DPSH, permeability).
Geotechnical Intern
Geotecnia y Supervisión Técnica (Geotest)
Xalapa, Veracruz
12.2010 - 11.2011
- Supervised and performed geotechnical laboratory tests for site suitability studies over course of 1 year.
- Used laboratory testing knowledge and expertise in laboratory testing to characterize soils.
- Conducted in situ characterization campaigns based on trial pit explorations, supported by staff, for different civil engineering projects.
Project Controller
Ingenieros Civiles Asociados (ICA)
Xicotepec de Juárez, Puebla
01.2010 - 11.2010
- Delivered comprehensive cost proposals for extraordinary construction works and gained Third Parties approval.
- Worked with engineers, designers and suppliers on construction works cost proposals, changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Universidad Veracruzana
Xalapa, Veracruz, México 08.2005 - 08.2010
Engineering Specialist - Geotechnical Engineering
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Ciudad De México 01.2011 - 01.2012
Master in Renewable Energy - Energy Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Ciudad De México 08.2017 - 12.2019
Skills
Advanced problem solving
Project planning and development
Budget administration
Contract Management
Ground investigations
Permit applications and laws
Cost estimates
Geotechnical design
Software
QGis
IBER
HEC Sofware
MS Office
AutoCAD
Interests
Renewable energy
Geotechnical engineering
In situ testing
Project management
Timeline
Head of Project Management
Sowitec México
04.2020 - Current
Master in Renewable Energy - Energy Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
08.2017 - 12.2019
Head of Engineering
Sowitec México
02.2017 - 04.2020
Civil Engineer
Sowitec México
04.2015 - 02.2017
Geotechnical Engineer
Vorsevi México
08.2012 - 04.2015
Engineering Specialist - Geotechnical Engineering
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
01.2011 - 01.2012
Geotechnical Intern
Geotecnia y Supervisión Técnica (Geotest)
12.2010 - 11.2011
Project Controller
Ingenieros Civiles Asociados (ICA)
01.2010 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Universidad Veracruzana
08.2005 - 08.2010