To further the development of Anomaly Investigation and Repair, through the understanding of both liquids and gas operations using the knowledge base and skills of a highly functioning team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead, Technical Services
Trans Mountain
10.2006 - Current
I am currently the Team Lead for the Anomaly investigation and repair program
I lead the implementation, maintenance and updating of Pipeline and Facility Integrity Management programs and associated technical documents
I develop and manage integrity-related programs, including anomaly investigation, anomaly repair, pressure cycling and joining
I lead the assessment and repair of the anomalies found in the field, I provide expertise in regulatory compliance efforts by preparing for, attending, and responding to audits
I lead the completion of engineering assessments on pipeline integrity-related issues
I Provide technical support to regional staff, Operations & Engineering, and Project/Reactivation teams
I Lead, direct, and review the daily activities of a team responsible for executing key activities of the Anomaly Investigation and Repair program
I am responsible for providing coaching to team members on goals, training, and career progression
I lead the management of third-party consultants and vendors
I lead the support efforts of my team towards the In-Line Inspection program activities and unity plots.
Hydraulic modelling Engineer
Fluidis Water Management International
08.2004 - 12.2005
I work as a Hydraulic modelling Engineer leading the GIS, mapping and hydraulic modelling departments in a project designed for the reduction of UFW (Unaccounted for Water) for the North- Western Parishes; I lead the Hydraulic simulation and design of Water supply networks, all under the use of GIS and Hydraulic software: I was part of the project management team in charge of the planning and coordination of the field crews performing validation excavations and data gathering.
Project and Design Engineer
Additional Professional Experience
01.1996 - 01.2004
I was exposed to a variety of Civil Engineering projects as a project and design Engineer working for private and governmental entities on different projects such as: Hydraulic simulations and water network designs, Hydrology studies, rural infrastructure design and construction (roads, schools, hospitals, etc).
Education
M.Sc. - Business Administration
La Salle University
May 2005
B.Sc. - Civil Engineering
La Salle University
May 1996
Skills
Skills & Abilities
Efficient management and organizational skills
Excellent communication, facilitation, leadership and interpersonal skills
Creative, resourceful and innovative
Motivated, focused, accountable and responsible
Proficient in technical report writing and editing
Proficient in regulatory and anomaly assessment standards such as CSA Z662, CSA Z245, ASME B318S, B314
Affiliations
1 Co-authored paper for IPC, APEGA, Professional Member
ASME, Professional Member
PRCI, Professional Member
Colombian Society of Engineers, Professional Member
Certificate of completion for Foundations of Leadership