Joshua Engstrom Email & Phone Number

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Responsible for managing all engineering communications, drawing reviews, contract and licensing agreement preparation and executions, utility servicing invoicing and work order preparations, security deposit procurement and releases, and pre- and post-construction meetings, inspections, and sign-offs for 120+ projects in the DNV. Assigned projects include all Subdivision Projects and Minor Developments (9 residential dwellings or less) throughout the DNV, as well as 20+ Capital Works Projects and Major Developments (10 residential dwellings or more).- Maintains timely, consistent and reliable communications between Municipal and Consulting Engineers, Applicants/Developers, Planners, and DNV Upper Management. Requires delicate and thoughtful communications to ensure that applicant’s concerns are heard; but firm understanding of project requirements, DNV Bylaws, and political nuances to avoid unnecessary conflicts or escalation. - Reviews all engineering drawing submissions, professional reports, preliminary and detailed applications, sign-off letters, and substantial completion and total performance packages - ensuring conformance with District requirements, standards, bylaws, accepted design drawings, and other requirements (latecomer agreements, 3rd party utility contributions, environmental regulations, etc.)- Implemented key improvements to the DNV Subdivision Review Process, reducing the Detailed Application processing time from 6 weeks to 2 weeks.- DNV Volunteer Fire Warden, Department Contact for technical and administrative issues, Member of DNV Party Planning Committee (organizes monthly team lunches for entire Development Engineering Department), and Development Engineering Representative at weekly District-wide drainage meetings.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Gaining in-the-field experience working alongside construction crews, surveyors, and engineers to better understand and apply the procedures required to conduct safe and efficient construction and maintenance projects. Also working to gain a stronger understanding of the procedures and guidelines described by the District bylaws and literature, as well as WorkSafe standards and practices. - Works with crews of 2-12 people assisting in the installation, maintenance, and emergency repair of water, stormwater, and wastewater utility pipes in various traffic and environmental conditions.- Organizes and maintains tools, materials, and equipment required both on site and in work truck to complete the efficient and reliable installation of PVC, ductile iron, and concrete pipes - as well as the safe removal of asbestos concrete pipes.- Carries out various tasks and responsibilities that involve heavy machinery and delicate equipment; including crawling excavators, suction excavators, backhoes, forklifts, diesel tampers, jumping jacks, trench shores and cages, cut-off saws and grinders, and a robotic pipe inspection camera.

Sweden

- Walked alone for 38 days straight across 900km of Northern Spain along the Camino de Santiago while carrying ~15kg of food and supplies on my back.- Purchased and converted a 2006 Renault Trafic Van into a fully furnished Camper Van with functioning electricity, running water, and a heating system. Drove it approximately 15000 kms, from the Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy to above the Arctic Circle in Kiruna Sweden, where I photographed the Northern Lights.- Started and maintained an independent podcast throughout 2020-2021 which has 35 episodes recorded and published across 10+ major audio-streaming services.

Kelowna, British Columbia

- Worked to develop and streamline the company’s project workflow through the implementation of online collaboration systems such as Windows 365, Google Docs, and Slack.- Conducted site visits to establish estimates and quotes for clients, and oversaw the installation of high-quality ceiling products, surface retexturing, and painting.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Utilizing design-based thinking and online collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, and Google Docs), conceptualized a new housing model which provides housing & community-based support for homeless seniors suffering from various health issues. - Created original 3D renderings of proposed community & living areas using Revit Software; and designed and developed floor plans for 10 micro-suites, a shared interior flex space and common room, and a community center for larger events.

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

- Initiated development of Kelowna’s first cohousing community, promoting communal living in order to combat rising rates of isolation & loneliness.- Conducted feasibility studies & evaluations of 10 potential site-locations using GIS programs, AHP processes, and various other analytical techniques that considered local amenities, transit accessibility, construction costs, etc.- Organized & presented at a public meeting in downtown Kelowna with 100+ people in attendance. Facilitated & led a public design charrette with 50+ people in attendance; the event’s success resulted in 7 initial project investors. Then conducted private team-building exercises with project investors, fostering a sense of community amongst them.

North Vancouver

- Conducted team-building outdoor adventure exercises for groups of 10+ adults, promoting trust, communication, creativity, and problem-solving.- Developed interpersonal relationships among team members by facilitating open discussions and activities that encouraged team bonding. - Responsible for groups of up to 15 children, aged 5 - 12, during day camps and led them in outdoor activities which included axe-throwing, log-rolling, First Nations education sessions, hiking, and wilderness survival training.

Åsa, Sweden

- Organized various community events at Freadals Gård, and coordinated & oversaw a staff of 5-10 at private rentals; including 3 weddings with 40+ guests each.- Coordinated guest arrivals, mealtimes, and activities, ensuring they had a positive experience. Also oversaw the completion of minor and major maintenance.

Kelowna, Bc

- Responsible for teams of 2-5 painters, the proper maintenance of equipment, and the efficient completion of high-quality work.- Maintained communications between clients, painters, and the company owner to ensure everyone was up-to-date on the site progress.- Managed team members and on-site work schedules to accommodate the clients, the painters, and any unforeseen site complications (such as weather changes that affected project completion times).

Vancouver, Canada Area

- Worked efficiently and energetically both independently and with a team while providing consistently high-quality work.- Communicated with clients easily and comfortably which helped build and maintain positive relationships with them.- Responsible for the transportation of equipment and team members to work sites.

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

 Oversaw a community of 54 students, and maintained a positive and inclusive living environment by organizing student events, upholding community living standards, and communicating with students living in residence. Provided confidential support for students struggling with personal and academic difficulties. Moderated discussions and developed methods to solve conflicts between students. Organized a wide array of programs and events which catered to a range of 10-150 students, and sought to provide students with entertainment and information to aid in their development as students and global citizens. Attended weekly team meetings to communicate issues occurring in individual communities and to develop strategies to solve those issues together.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

 Communicated with both visiting tourists and locals and provided them with information about the park, Vancouver, and the local wildlife, as well as ensuring they had a positive and welcoming experience. Assumed a leadership role in high stress environments and efficiently organized the grill team to prepare high-quality food for several hundred guests daily while consistently beating projected sales.