I want to work in the UkraineWhat type of job are you looking for? I am seeking a full time or Contract Position as a Senior Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Consulting Civil Engineer, Project Manager, Team Leader or Cost Estimator What nationality are you? American What languages do you speak (and at what level)? English - Fluent Russian - Low German - Low What countries have you worked in? Morocco What field do you currently work in? civil engineering What fields have you worked in before? welding teacher What qualifications do you hold? Colorado, USA professional engineer's license, Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering form the University of Colorado, 20 years of engineering experience. Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? Formal education so you can develop the skills you need to be successful in your chosen profession. Describe the benefits of working with others Cultural awareness, learning from others experience, brain storming, sharing of knowledge and experience, networking, develop personal and professional relationships Describe the benefits of working alone Atonomy What was your worst working experience? Getting laid off in a bad economy What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Keep your client informed about his project, avoid bad surprise, maintain budget, provide high quality work and keep to your schedule What unique skills do you have? Project Management Program Management – Leading 8 design teams consisting of 40 to 45 people Quality Assurance and Budget Tracking Client Satisfaction Project Scheduling Cost and Quantity Estimating Value Engineering Analysis Proposal Preparation, Contract Management, Contract Negotiations, Contract Admin Bid Document Preparation Budget Tracking Q/A Q/C for Construction Plans Developed under my Supervision Work Planning and Staff Utilization Client Management Metro District Engineer, Valagua Metropolitan District (Brightwater Club Technical Specification Preparation Roadway & Transportation Highway and Road Design Alignment Geometry Planning and Alternative Alignment Analysis Light Rail Commuter Train Experience Intersection Design and Analysis Pavement and Base Thickness Design Turning Movement Analysis Acceleration and Deceleration Lane Design Traffic Control Planning and Design Existing Roadway Enhancement Design Roadway Signage and Striping Design Roadway Construction Observation, QA/QC Design of All Roadway Associated Infrastructure Including Wet and Dry Utility Locations and Relocations Commercial and Residential Master Planning Entitlements and Permitting Public Involvement Due Diligence & Feasibility Studies Site Evaluation Grading and Earthwork Design Streets, Trails & Walkways Design Curb & Gutter Design Utility Systems Planning & Coordination Utility Infrastructure Planning and Design Transportation Design Wastewater Systems Wastewater Collection Design Lift Stations Design Non-potable Water Distribution System Design (irrigation) On-site Individual Sewage Treatment System Design Domestic Water Systems Network Analysis, Modeling and Design Storage System Designs Water Distribution System Designs Stormwater Management Drainage & Flood Control Modeling and Design Erosion/Sediment Control System Design Hydraulics, Open Channel and Conduit Modeling and Design Hydrologic Modeling and Design Stormwater Detention Pond Design Jurisdictional and Non-Jurisdictional Earthen Dam Design Water Quality System Design Regional Drainage Master Planning Regulatory Permitting District Engineer Valagua Metro District – Brightwater Club a 963 acre master plan community that is being built in the Town of Gypsum. The community is designed as a mixed use development that will include 535 dwelling units, a 27 hole golf course, fishing lodge, equestrian center, tennis facility and 59 acres of dedicated open space. The Valagua Metro District was established in order to provide the financing and construction, installation of public improvements that are necessary to serve the development: water, sanitation, storm, streets, parks and recreation, traffic and safety controls, telecommunication systems, transportation, mosquito and pest control, and fire protection. Computer Applications I’m familiar with all commonly used civil engineering computer software including AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and many others: • StormCAD, FlowMaster, CulvertMaster and PondPac: For projects that require storm sewer design and analysis and Pond or series of ponds storage capacities under dynamic conditions. • Water CAD: A domestic water distribution system modeling software, for modeling hydraulics, operations and fire flows. • HEC RAS and Boss River CAD: Open Channel River modeling software. • TR-20: For the hydrologic modeling of areas greater than 300 acres. • AutoTurn: Analyze and evaluate vehicle maneuvers for projects such as intersections, roundabouts, bus terminals, loading bays or any on/off-street projects involving access, clearance, and maneuverability checks. Languages I am fluent in English and I speak and read a little Russian and German. Overseas Work Experience Marrakech, Morocco – Design and Construct and Install Solar Hot Water System for School for the Blind. Trome-Mienel Hot Water Collectors for Dormitory and Flat Plate Collectors for Kitchen Hot Water Supply PERSONAL DETAILS My Management Experience includes directing, scheduling, budget tracking and construction document reviews for quality assurance and quality control for 8 design teams consisting of 40 to 45 people. Most frequently as Division Manager my responsibilities included the supervision of 4 to 5 commercial/ residential design teams consisting of 20 to 25 project managers, senior engineers, project engineers and designers/drafters. I demand high quality design work that is easy and economical to construct. I have the necessary management and engineering experience to take large scale, high profile, multi-disciplined projects from the planning stages to close-out of the project. I have experience supervising the work of planners, engineers, landscape and structural architects, wetland consultants, water resource/water quality control professionals, government officials, construction managers, contractors, technical and non-technical personnel. I have extensive experience working with all team disciplines and contractors needed in the design and construction of large and small scale commercial, Industrial, residential and infrastructure projects for private and government projects. I have prepared technical specifications and construction bid documents in addition to providing Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Value Engineering for those documents prior to receiving contractor bids for the work. I am always conscientious about construction site safety and compliance with all regulatory agency guidelines. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? Working as a civil engineer in Odessa, Ukraine What are the most interesting aspects of your field? there is always new technology being developed in the engineering industry so there is always something new to learn; it's never boring. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? Can't think of any How would you describe yourself? Good Civil engineer, project manager, engineer, construction, project management, team player, team leader, organized, good organizational skills, good interpersonal skills, motivator, motivated, aggressive, efficient, efficiency, high level, quality, quality control, positive attitude, single, no dependents, creative, imagination, design engineer, seasoned, good supervisor, free thinking, mentor, nice guy, fun to work with, hard working, have fun and fun to be around, , cultured, enjoy life, driven, ambitious, goal oriented, dedicated, positive, attitude, never give up, never quit, there is always one more thing you can do, proactive, skilled, hands on person, good listener, high energy. How can potential employers contact you? phone - 303-808-3512 email - hergie.54@gmail.com | 
