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Vancouver, Bc

Water Process Engineer working in the fields of feasibility, design, construction (including contract admin), commissioning and review of new and upgrading existing water treatment and supply infrastructure (i.e. treatment facilities, reservoirs,pump stations). Coordination and management of multi-disciplinary project teams. Design development including P&IDs, layouts, sections, details, contract documents, technical specifications, process control narratives, and operations manuals. Assessment of the resiliency and efficacy of existing water systems. Working on projects in BC, YT, and, NT• Occupational First Aid Level II Attendant• Chair of EcoAction Committee

Toronto, Canada Area

Data analyst and program coordinator for deformation monitoring for the Metrolinx Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project: data entry, data processing & analysis, reporting, field management & scheduling, tracking weekly & monthly field monitoring objectives, and client meetings.

Waterloo, On

Research assistant: scheduling/management, sample collection and preparation, laboratory testing, data processing/management for drinking water quality. Trained and supervised lab personnel/students. Collected and analyzed water samples from various stages throughout drinking water facilities to evaluate the efficacy of treatment processes, particularly looking at the effect of biological filtration on reducing organic carbon.Research technician: design, material & equipment preparation, installation, commissioning, operation & maintenance, troubleshooting, development of laboratory testing protocols, and training for biological filtration pilot system in Singapore; collaborated with Singapore Membrane Technology Center of Nanyang Technological University. Biofiltration setup used as pre-treatment for reverse osmosis desalination. Planned and coordinated all equipment, material, and personnel in Canada before travelling to Singapore for implementation and training.

Sparwod, Bc

Updated District Map on AutoCAD 3D. Drafted Reports to Council and technical documents for Engineering and Planning operations. Conducted pre- and post-development inspections and completed respective documentation/administration.

Coquitlam, British Columbia

As part of on-site owner representative team for a construction project consisting of UV disinfection upgrades to the Coquitlam WTP; assisted in project co-ordination and oversaw construction/commissioning works.

Thorold, On

As assistant to municipality's Engineering Department, addressed public concerns as necessary. Utilized Visual Basic Applications in MS Excel to create database for municipal assets. Conducted site inspections, including lot grading inspections and drawing reviews to approve drainage for new developments. Managed project to repair failure along Welland Canal Trail; design, tendering, and correspondence. Heavily involved in assessment and improvements for active transportation in Thorold; completion of Bicycle Friendly Community Application to contribute to future development of municipal assets and programs for which the City of Thorold was awarded a Bronze Standing.

Dundas, On

As a renewable energy assistant, assisted with Renewable Energy Approvals reporting for wind energy projects. Carried out field work independently and as part of a team for meteorological tower maintenance and disassembly; independently conducted mortality trials which consisted of avian carcass searches as part of the post construction monitoring process for existing wind farms. Assisted with the planning and holding of public meetings for upcoming wind energy generation projects. Overall, undertook tasks within varied sectors of administration, project co-ordination and business development.

Woodbridge, On

As part of an e-learning company, Interactive Computer Solutions, created HTML webpages with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) in Dreamweaver for development of home inspection course for Carson-Dunlop and Associates. Tracked and managed website updates and revisions for developer.

Greater Toronto Area, On

As a receptionist, affiliated with clients and managers; excelled in customer service and relations. Also managed daily payments and reports while balancing and preparing bank deposits, organizing and archiving inventory, and filing. As a piano instructor, taught private and group piano lessons to students of all ages including students with learning disabilities. Acted as Master of Ceremonies and clerk for various competitions and recitals.

Bachelor’S Degree, Environmental Engineering, Option In Water Resources

Activities and Societies: Fundraising/Events and Professional Engagement Teams of Engineers Without Borders, Uke W: Ukulele Club, UW.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Canadian Music League: performed, participated, and volunteered in annual competitionObtained Royal Conservatory.