*Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the development and execution of Seylone’s strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and client expectations to enhance our market position.*Project Oversight: Lead excavation and construction management projects, including major infrastructure developments and public works initiatives. Ensure precise execution within established timelines and budgets while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.*Construction Management: Direct comprehensive construction management efforts, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating effectively with stakeholders, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies for seamless project delivery and compliance.*Client Relationship Management: Forge and nurture strategic relationships with municipal and private sector clients, leveraging insights into their needs to deliver tailored, impactful solutions that drive project success.*Team Leadership and Development: Inspire and mentor a skilled team of professionals, cultivating a culture of collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement that maximizes operational performance and client satisfaction.*Geotechnical Expertise: Oversee critical geotechnical investigations, including test pit excavations and structural probing, providing essential subsurface data to inform engineering decisions and support project integrity.*Community Engagement: Advocate for sustainable practices and environmental stewardship, actively participating in initiatives that contribute positively to the communities we serve.

* Successfully launched and led a Geotechnical Engineering Division, overseeing its operations and driving its growth.* Proficient in negotiating contracts, managing invoices, financial accounting, and ensuring accounts are billable, ensuring financial efficiency and client satisfaction.* Skilled in marketing strategies and business development, cultivating relationships with clients, and expanding the division's reach in the industry.* Effective in managing on-site construction personnel, providing leadership, and conducting new hire orientations to ensure a productive and cohesive team.* Thoroughly review engineering reports (QA/QC) and ensure the timely delivery of projects, maintaining a high standard of quality and client satisfaction.* Extensive experience in Roadway Construction Inspection, conducting Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), performing Structural Assessments, reviewing Plans and Cost Reviews (PCRs), conducting Construction Financial Progress Inspections, and executing Subsurface Investigations.* Proficient in providing support for excavations designs, construction estimating, project management, and construction management, ensuring successful project completion.With a strong background in geotechnical engineering, contract negotiation, marketing, and construction management, I bring a comprehensive skill set and a proven track record of delivering successful projects. My expertise in various aspects of the field enables me to contribute effectively to project teams and drive positive results.

* Proficient in conducting data analysis for foundation design, utilizing analytical tools and techniques to inform decision-making and optimize design outcomes.* Skilled in utilizing CAD software to create precise and detailed technical drawings, facilitating accurate visualization and communication of design concepts.* Experienced in coordinating with NYCT (New York City Transit) for approvals, submittals, and re-design, ensuring compliance with regulations and project requirements.* Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive office support to staff, project managers, associates, and principals, contributing to smooth operations and effective collaboration.* Involved in diverse field work activities, including pile load testing, tieback testing, caisson installation, pile installation, secant wall installation, tieback installation, and groundwater sampling, ensuring proper execution and data collection.With a strong background in data analysis, CAD, coordination, office support, and hands-on field work, I bring a well-rounded skill set and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. My expertise in foundation design and collaborative approach enable me to contribute effectively to projects and support teams in achieving their objectives.

Program Facilitator & Workshop Coordinator | UN Women, UNDP, FAO & WORLD BANKUnder the direct supervision of Clark SorianoWorkshop Facilitation & Coordination:*Led the planning and coordination of workshops for UN Women, UNDP, and other UN agencies, focusing on women’s rights, gender equality, and empowerment.*Collaborated with various UN branches to ensure the smooth execution of events, fostering effective inter-agency cooperation and alignment of goals.*Managed all logistical aspects, ensuring workshops were set up for maximum impact and participant engagement.Collaborations & Stakeholder Engagement:*Partnered with UN officials, policymakers, and international stakeholders to design and facilitate workshops that promoted gender responsiveness and leadership.*Engaged with diverse stakeholders to ensure broad participation from decision-makers, community leaders, and activists, promoting inclusive dialogue and collaboration.Educational Outreach & Public Engagement:*Developed and delivered educational workshops across NYC, primarily for students at LaGuardia Community College, focusing on global issues like peacekeeping, sustainable development, and gender equality.*Facilitated interactive presentations and discussions that inspired critical thinking and long-term activism, aligned with UN initiatives and goals.Core Focus Areas:*Peacekeeping & Conflict Resolution: Led workshops on the UN’s role in global peace efforts.*Women’s Rights & Empowerment: Advocated for gender equality and women’s leadership through educational initiatives.Governance & Policy Analysis:*Recorded key decisions and discussions during UN Governing Bodies Secretariat Group Meetings, supporting international policy development.*Analyzed meetings with agencies such as FAO, UN Women, and the World Bank, providing insights to improve cross-agency collaboration and policy effectiveness.

Global Gender-Responsive Peacebuilding and Strategy Workshop*Gender-Responsive Conflict Analysis: Facilitated comprehensive conflict analyses, integrating gender perspectives to ensure a nuanced understanding of the distinct impacts of conflict on women and marginalized groups, in alignment with UN peacebuilding frameworks.*Addressing Resistance to Gender Mainstreaming: Developed strategies to overcome institutional and cultural resistance to gender mainstreaming, fostering an environment conducive to advancing gender equality in peacebuilding processes.*Gender Mainstreaming in Planning and Programming: Guided participants through best practices for incorporating gender perspectives into the formulation, planning, and implementation of peacebuilding initiatives, in accordance with UN mandates.*Gender-Responsive Implementation: Provided technical guidance on executing gender-sensitive interventions, ensuring that peacebuilding programs are inclusive and responsive to the needs of women and other vulnerable populations.*Enhancing Women’s Participation in the 7-Point Peacebuilding Action Plan: Promoted the implementation of the UN’s 7-Point Action Plan, emphasizing women's critical roles in peace processes and supporting their meaningful participation at all stages of peacebuilding.*Knowledge Building and Capacity Development: Facilitated knowledge-sharing and capacity-building sessions, fostering a global community of practice committed to advancing gender-responsive peacebuilding through evidence-based approaches and cross-sector collaboration.

MoneyMentor (formerly NextGenVest)A free text message service designed to assist students in navigating the complex financial aid and student loan process. Every year, students miss out on approximately $2.9 billion in free financial aid due to the overwhelming and time-consuming nature of the application process. MoneyMentor provides personalized text-based support, offering financial aid deadline reminders, form guidance, and real-time assistance to help students secure more financial aid throughout high school and beyond.Key Contributions:*Global Student Outreach: Developed strategies to connect with students globally, providing essential financial aid guidance to support their educational journeys.*Subreddit Creation: Established a dedicated subreddit for MoneyMentor, fostering an online community where students can share resources, ask questions, and receive peer-to-peer advice on financial aid.*User-Centric Development: Collaborated with high school students to identify user-friendly ways to enhance engagement, ensuring the service remains intuitive and accessible.*Texting Interface Optimization: Refined the text-based interface to improve user interaction and response times, making the platform more efficient for students seeking on-demand support.*Engagement & Design: Designed innovative and interactive methods to engage students, ensuring that financial literacy and aid processes are delivered in an exciting and relatable way.

Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)The DEP is a vital agency of New York City, employing nearly 6,000 professionals dedicated to managing and conserving the city’s water resources. The agency is responsible for distributing over one billion gallons of clean drinking water daily to nine million residents while efficiently collecting wastewater through an extensive underground network of pipes, regulators, and pumping stations. Additionally, the DEP treats 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater produced by New Yorkers each day, ensuring that it meets environmental standards and protects the quality of New York Harbor.FutureWorks Initiative:To enhance workforce capacity and operational effectiveness, the DEP is focused on recruiting a diverse range of employees. This initiative aims to attract skilled professionals who are passionate about environmental stewardship and dedicated to maintaining the integrity of the city’s water supply and wastewater systems. By fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation, the DEP seeks to build a robust team that can meet the challenges of sustainable water management in New York City.