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Kateryna Vasylieva, P. Eng.

Kateryna Vasylieva, P. Eng.

Toronto,ON

Summary

Results-driven Program Manager and Senior Project Lead with a proven track record in the utilities industry. Expertise in Aerial and Underground Design, as well as Regulatory Compliance. Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Google Software, Geographic Information Systems, and Smartsheets. Skilled in leading complex projects, overseeing cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality assurance. Experienced in budget management, operations optimization, and coaching. Adept at coordinating with stakeholders, adhering to standards, and achieving milestones while maintaining customer satisfaction. Strong advocate of teamwork, efficiency enhancement, and regulatory adherence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Planview USL
04.2023 - Current

Infrastructure and SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Program Manager

  • Managed training, budgeting, and staffing for diverse customer contracts in Major Infrastructure projects.
  • Managed over 50 projects per month, showcasing effective leadership in high-volume environments.
  • Directed and evaluated team efforts, ensuring continuous growth and expertise development.
  • Developed and presented regular financial and staffing forecasts.
  • Executed projects within strict budget constraints while meeting client deadlines.
  • Compiled insightful reports and conducted performance appraisals, authorized expenditures, and enforced guidelines.
  • Orchestrated seamless coordination among departments and actively participated in site meetings.

Project Manager/ Senior Project Lead

Planview USL
06.2021 - 04.2023

Pole Line (Aerial) Design (P.Eng/ P.Eng lite)/ Structures/ Underground Design Project Manager. SES (Scarborough Subway Extension) and YNSE (Yonge North Subway Extension) Senior Project Lead

  • Led Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE), Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE), and Hurontario LRT projects, ensuring relocation and protection of telecommunication utilities (Rogers, Bell Canada, Telus, Beanfield, Zayo, PSN, H1T).
  • Managed conflict analysis, devised relocation solutions, and crafted Concept and Scope of Work Development (CSD) designs.
  • Reviewed Metrolinx designs, identifying conflicts with existing/future telecommunication infrastructure.
  • Coordinated and obtained aerial and underground permits for telecommunication owners, adhering to industry standards.
  • Ensured quality control/assurance by coordinating with professional engineers and maintaining compliance with CSA, ESA, and Utilities standards.
  • Developed training materials for company employees, actively participated in meetings, and organized tender meetings for clients and third parties.
  • Managed tasks, provided resource support, and ensured successful project milestone achievement.
  • Successfully completed monthly invoicing, maintained budget adherence, and managed diverse resources including surveyors, CAD operators, engineering design assistants, and Professional Engineers.

Project Coordinator

Planview USL
10.2020 - 06.2021

    Pole Line (Aerial) Engineering Telecommunication Design

    • Coordinated CAD technicians, surveyors, engineering design assistants, and project engineers throughout project lifecycles.
    • Ensured quality control of engineering drawings, aligning designs with CSA & ESA standards and Bell Canada's engineering norms.
    • Managed project budgets, tracking expenditures, preparing quotes, and invoicing.
    • Organized project files, tracked schedules and estimates using tools such as Google Sheets, MS Excel, Smartsheets, and Quick Base.
    • Participated in virtual/in-person meetings with clients and teams, discussing scope, timelines, and addressing issues.
    • Supported meeting preparation, tracked actions, and reported financial performance, workload status, and potential opportunities to the Program Manager.
    • Assisted in overall project planning and scheduling, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.

Engineering Design Assistant/ Structures Designer

Planview USL
09.2018 - 10.2020
    • Provided Structures CAD support, generating drawings aligned with Bell design standards, CSA reinforced concrete norms, and Ontario Provincial Standard Drawing (OPSD) standards.
    • Designed duct alignment, formations, and occupancies following industry and municipal standards.
    • Created detailed drawings for reinforced concrete structures like utility maintenance chambers, pad-mounted interfaces, and retaining walls.
    • Developed structural solutions for infrastructure along bridges to safeguard telecom ducts/cables.
    • Expertise in buried design, including special crossings (MTO, Pipeline, Creek, Culvert, Bridge, Railway), complying with CSA, Industry, and Municipal standards.
    • Utilized virtual frameworks like Bell's NetX and Rogers's SpatialNet for utility infrastructure and cable specifications.
    • Attended meetings with Implementation Managers, representatives from municipalities/regions, inspectors, cable designers, contractors, and professional engineers.
    • Coordinated internal resources including surveyors, CAD Designers/Technicians, and Project Managers to facilitate permits and designs.
    • Conducted quality control of permits/plans by junior CAD Technicians and Structural Designers, ensuring compliance with Planview and third-party standards.
    • Engaged with approving authorities to acquire updated standards and documentation.
    • Generated, maintained spreadsheets containing project-related information for internal use.

Customer Service Agent

WestJet Airlines
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided empathetic solutions to guest concerns, delivering personalized service with afocus on problem-solving and empowerment.
  • Maintained positive interactions with guests and colleagues through eye contact and a welcoming demeanor.
  • Managed various forms of payment, including cash, debit, and credit cards.
  • Ensured adherence to WestJet's promises and procedures, in alignment with regulations set by governing bodies like Transport Canada.

Operations Coordinator

Kiwi
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Managed customer requests and complaints in English, effectively addressing concerns through phone and email communication.
  • Processed monetary or voucher refunds for customers impacted by flight cancellations.
  • Maintained order accuracy through organized daily inventory documentation.
  • Innovated and implemented strategies to enhance efficiency and elevate customer service.
  • Led the selection, interviewing, and training of new operations employees.
  • Ensured the consistent implementation of standard operating procedures for optimal business operations.

Education

PEO - Professional Engineer

Professional Engineers Ontario
Toronto
01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Mechanical Engineering

National Aviation University
Kyiv, Ukraine
06.2016

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Office
  • Geographic Information Systems (NetX/SpatialNet)
  • Engineering Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control
  • Cross-functional Coordination
  • Budget Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Operations Management
  • Coaching
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Performance monitoring
  • Policy and procedure improvements
  • Program leadership

Work Availability

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Quote

Reality is nothing but a collective hunch.
Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner

Timeline

Program Manager

Planview USL
04.2023 - Current

Project Manager/ Senior Project Lead

Planview USL
06.2021 - 04.2023

Project Coordinator

Planview USL
10.2020 - 06.2021

Engineering Design Assistant/ Structures Designer

Planview USL
09.2018 - 10.2020

Customer Service Agent

WestJet Airlines
06.2017 - 06.2018

Operations Coordinator

Kiwi
08.2015 - 09.2016

PEO - Professional Engineer

Professional Engineers Ontario

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Mechanical Engineering

National Aviation University
Kateryna Vasylieva, P. Eng.