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Canada

Design, analyze, and improve processes and systems in production facilities. Develop innovative and efficient integrated production solutions for clients. Analyze, integrate, and optimize production systems for clients. Collaborate with a wide variety of equipment/system vendors and suppliers. Plan and design post-harvest processes and equipment layouts tailored to specific client requirements. Utilize computer software to facilitate analysis and optimization - including AutoCAD, Microsoft Vizio & Excel.

Alberta, Canada

Planned, designed, analyzed, and optimized integrated processes and systems in new and existing production facilities. Collaborated with clients to plan, develop, and execute validation plans for equipment, facilities, and utilities following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Worked under both the Engineering and Project Management teams. Involved in the development and on-site execution of Functional Verification (FV) activities for various types of cannabis production equipment at the Aurora Polaris facility near Edmonton. Conducted Research and Development (R&D) projects at the Aurora Sky greenhouse near Edmonton. R&D topics covered: grow lighting (LED and HPS technologies), irrigation methods (nutrient film technique and drip), and processing methods (trimming and drying).

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Project Coordination | Infrastructure Construction | Edmonton AreaProjects: 1) Mechanized River Valley Access (100 Street Funicular) 2) Groat Road Bridges/Road RenewalInvolved in project management activities for active construction, project closeout, pre-construction and site mobilization. Areas of responsibility included the following:i) Construction deficiency tracking and resolutionii) Chair Transition-to-Operations Meetingsiii) On-site subcontractor managementiv) Project construction closeoutv) Occupancy permit preparationsvi) Coordination activities for Building Management Systems (BMS)vii) Facilitate communication to promote successful facility start-up and operation

Edmonton, Canada Area

Project Coordination | Infrastructure Construction | Edmonton Area 8-month cooperative work term Project: Mechanized River Valley Access (Edmonton 100 Street Funicular)Involved in project management activities for pre-construction, site mobilization, and initial site works. Areas of responsibility included the following:i) Publicly tendered work packages for numerous scopes and assisted awarding nearly 30 subcontracts ii) Third-party testing/inspection services (geotechnical, concrete, and steel)iii) Estimation of quantities and costs through design progressioniv) Development of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)v) Management of on-site waterproofing and crane activitiesvi) Project Management documentation: RFIs, FSRs, NCRsvii) Construction look-ahead schedules

Edmonton, Canada Area

• Examined, interpreted, and implemented highly-detailed structural design drawings • Communicated essential design specifications to construction foreman and superintendents• Collaborated with engineers, skilled workers, and managers to ensure compliance with designs• Inspected formwork/rebar placement within structural elements prior to placement of concrete• Conducted field measurements with various devices (Builder’s level, feeler gauge, etc.)• Coordinated, scheduled, and managed concrete pours for numerous structural elements• Worked extensively on expansion joint systems for various bridge structures • Implemented and updated man-hour tracking templates for construction crews• Utilized cost-tracking software to compare weekly and monthly project activity expenditures• Created and compiled detailed documents (RFIs/NCRs) for formal communication purposes• Communicated issues with design/construction to engineers on record• Certified in Workplace Fall Protection (ACSA recognized) and Aerial Work Platform Safety

Edmonton, Canada Area

• Compiled, sorted, and analyzed large amounts of detailed data for project proposals• Initiated project tracking templates for recently awarded projects• Updated current project cost and man-hour data• Created and analyzed statistical information for completed, current, and prospective projects• Communicated with various levels of management to ensure efficiency within projects• Sorted and distributed engineering documents to estimators• Worked closely with estimators to ensure timely proposal completion• Created and compiled various analysis documents for managerial review• Analyzed historical statistics for future tender comparison• Worked extensively in Microsoft Excel analyzing, sorting, and presenting data• Certified in the Construction Safety Training System (Alberta CSTS-09)

• Operated skid-steers, plate-tampers, and various gas-powered handheld machines • Crafted/constructed elaborate paving stone and flagstone patios, pathways, and stairs• Conceived and assembled large stone water features - waterfalls, streambeds, and large ponds• Erected comprehensive structures - including natural and engineered-stone retaining walls, stacked wooden (6x6 inch plank) planters and walls, and wooden edging • Managed a weekly grass-cutting route, ensuring timely and satisfactory workmanship• Examined and interpreted landscape designs to construct the desired product for clients • Extensive use of drills, saws, hammers, and pneumatic nail-guns

M.Eng., Mechanical Engineering, Gpa 3.8/4.0

B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, With Distinction, Gpa 3.8/4.0

Fall 2016 - Undergraduate Academic Scholarship Fall 2016, 2015, 2014 - Jason Lang Scholarship

B.Sc., Engineering (Transfer Program), Gpa 3.9/4.0

Dean's List Citations MacEwan Engineering - English Department Writing Award Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Award Syncrude.