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London, England, United Kingdom

Leeds, Inglaterra, Reino Unido

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

- Utilized Aimsun simulation software to model traffic networks and conduct a comprehensive analysis of current and proposed scenarios for the successful implementation of 11 bike lanes in the city's major road corridors.- Generated monthly traffic reports that analysed key variables such as volume, speed, and travel times in the main road corridors of Medellin, presenting the findings to the city's transport department.- Developed intersection traffic light plans using LISA+ software, coordinating continuous intersection traffic light plans to optimize travel times along 5 road corridors.- Created detailed congestion and traffic speed maps for the study areas using QGIS software, based on travel time data gathered from reliable sources like Google Traffic.- Produced accident maps using QGIS software, accurately identifying the city's high-accident points, and proposed effective solutions aimed at reducing the accident indicators in the city.

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

Medellín

- Reviewed and updated over 10 new road projects for inclusion in Medellin Road Plan, utilizing tools such as AutoCAD and QGIS to ensure compliance with geometric design standards.- Presented the revised road projects in a clear and articulate manner during meetings and technical committees, engaging with project approval authorities effectively.- Produced detailed technical reports addressing mobility concerns and specific requests from decision-makers and stakeholders.- Actively contributed to the formulation of public policies aimed at promoting the widespread adoption of electric bicycles as an environmentally sustainable mode of transportation within the city.- Played a proactive role in working groups dedicated to developing planning instruments for the implementation of charging rates in public parking lots as outlined in the city's Land Management Plan.- Devised innovative strategies and successfully implemented active travel solutions in 10 highly congested locations across Medellin, resulting in improved accessibility and traffic flow.

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

- Led the coordination of the traffic study conducted at the National University, ensuring the efficient administration of personnel and resources for data collection, modelling, and report preparation.- Quantified and projected the present and future demand for campus traffic across various modes of transportation, including cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles, and public transportation.- Conducted a comprehensive study to determine the parking capacity required for the future demand for cars, motorcycles, and bicycles on the campus.- Developed an innovative active transport solution for the university's access intersection, which included modelling and designing a pedestrian walkway and a cycleway, connecting it to the city's bike path network. The intersection has been successfully constructed and is operating effectively.

Medellín, Colombia

- Gathered comprehensive traffic data by conducting vehicle, public transportation, pedestrian, and bicycle counts.- Conducted in-depth analysis of the collected traffic data to generate insightful reports for diagnosing the study area.- Utilized SIDRA for micro-modelling individual intersections, enabling feasibility studies for intersection improvements.- Developed alternative approaches to enhance intersections based on the diagnostic findings and traffic conditions derived from the traffic counts.- Implemented traffic management plans, incorporating necessary signalling and detours, to minimize disruptions to circulation caused by road construction activities

Medellín, Colombia

Executed economic appraisals for road concession projects and corridor studies, including analysis of both capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX).

Medellín, Colombia

Medellín, Colombia

Msc, Transport Planning

Diploma En Ordenamiento Y Gestión Territorial

Advance English C1 Course, Idiomas

Especialista En Vías Y Transporte

Estudiante De Ingeniería Civil, Ingeniería De Transporte/Ingeniería De Tráfico