Luis E. Santiago

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position that contributes to the overall success of your company by applying my experience and skills as a Civil Engineer within your company. ________________________________________
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Over 10 years of experience in civil engineering with emphasis in management, site development, planning and design in rural and urban developments and multi-level, multi-million dollar commercial and government projects.
Successfully managed millions of dollars worth of construction projects.
Experienced Project Manger with a skill set in strengthening internal controls in order to improve forecasting and proposal developments.
Proven ability to provide detailed and accurate cost estimates.
Highly skilled and proven track-record in negotiating contracts and agreements.
Expert in human capital development, team building, and cultivating beneficial client relationships while representing the companys interests.
Experienced in leading and mentoring individuals to maximize their levels of productivity.
Experienced and highly trained problem solver; who is consistently called upon to resolve any ongoing issues or problems that arise without notice.
Fluent in reading and writing in English and Spanish.
Advanced in M. Excel, M. Project, M. Word, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, and Sure track.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SaGa Engineering & Consulting Services Inc., San Juan, PR 2005- 2008
Vice President of Design: Responsibilities include overseeing multiple project(s), hiring sub-contractors, inspecting, project scheduling, contract management, design for specifications, project supervision, networking, engineering estimates and payment certifications. Implementing and enforcing Project Management methodologies, tools, and best practices. Forecast and control budgetary need throughout a project, including change orders, purchase orders, waivers, etc. Direct subcontractor bid package assessment, pre-bid meetings and contract negotiations leading to contract award. Coordinate with subcontractors to gauge subcontract development on a specified basis. Ascertain the cost accounting number on all purchase and change orders, implement and enforce a budgetary control system from forecast to project completion. Maintain communication with sales agents. Outline job specs from building plans and produce contractual agreements for sub-contractor. Meet with clients and ensure satisfaction from project start to completion. Developing project schedules, commercial project oversight and cost & labor management.
Worked on the following projects;
Convention Center Project in Fajardo, PR Estimated cost, $8 Million
Community Water Park Project in Quebradillas, PR Estimated cost $1.3 Million
Emergency Management Center Project in Fajardo, PR Estimated cost $1.2 Million
Multi-use Center Project in Fajardo, PR Estimated cost $968k
Monumental Neighborhood Entrances Project in Fajardo, PR Estimated cost $750k
Sect. 8 Comm. Dvlpmt. Housing Renovations Project in Quebradillas, PR Est. cost $500k

Burkett international & Rhino Wall Systems, Tampa, Fl. 2003-2005
Project Manager / Operations Director: In charge of budget preparation, on site supervision, meeting with clients, drafting and submitting proposals and take-offs.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino privacy wall in Tampa, Fl. Estimated cost $250k.

Empresas Enrique Santiago & Asociados, Inc., San Juan, P.R. 1994-2003
Chief Project Engineer: (1998-2003) Responsible for performing viability studies for the construction of second story homes, and residential developments. In charge of day to day operations on the different projects. Prepared payment certifications, project schedules, contracts, on site grading and infrastructure supervision and coordinated FHA, bank, and owners inspections.
Estancias de Santa Maria, Housing Project in Manati, PR Estimated cost $3.1 Million.
Portales I & II , Affordable Housing Units in Santurce, PR Estimated cost $4.9 Million
Valle Escondido, Housing Project in Carolina, PR Estimated cost $1.5 Million
Brisas de Santa Cruz, Site Lot Preparation Project in Carolina, PR Estimated cost $110k
Gulf Club Villas Project in Dorado, PR Estimated cost $250k
Auto Meca Project in Bayamon, PR Estimated cost $40k
Army Motor Pool Site Preparation Project in Guaynabo, PR Estimated cost $95k
Correctional Facilities for the Dominican Republic - Head of the design team for the construction of four prison facilities and responsible for the field inspection of all 32 correctional facilities. I co-wrote the proposal with First Corrections (Operation Company out of Virginia).
Project Manager / Operations Director: (1996-1998) In charge of day to day operations. Worked on the following projects:
Cedros & Trujillo Bajo Ward Project Responsible for the construction of approximately 3500 meters of curbs and gutters along different roads.
Las Dolores & La Ponderosa Sanitary System Project Responsible for the construction of a 3km. force-line from the pumping station to the Sanitary Treatment Plant and construction of the pumping station with a 32 deep Pit, installed 8 o 24 diameter sanitary pipes throughout the two wards.
Fajardo, Cayey, Luquillo, Maunabo, Rio Grande, Naguabo & Las Piedras Blacktopping Project - Responsible for Blacktopping different roads. Responsible for the coordination between trucks and plant for the delivery of the asphalt, coordinated the equipment needed for the construction or blacktopping of the different roads, inspected day to day operations.
Brisas del Prado Project This was an 82 lot single family housing construction project. Responsibilities included the coordination of cut and fill activities on the site and the construction of the infrastructure needed for the site, inspected day to day operations.
Casa Rosa I Project in Rio Piedras, PR Estimated cost $900k
Casa Rosa II Project in Santurce, PR Estimated cost $900k
Promoted to Chief Project Engineer
Inspector: (1994-1996) Certified REAC inspector and as such, I conducted inspections in public housing projects spread throughout the island, using the methods and guidelines instructed by the Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Promoted to Project Manager upon receiving Civil Engineer Degree.
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EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering1996
University of Puerto Rico, Mayagez, PR.
Graduated with honors (Cum Laude)
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REFERENCES

Professional references immediately provided upon request.