Daniel Massi Ambard

Experience

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  Universidad del Norte

  Feb 2003 - Nov 2003

  Junior Engineer

  • I was given the task to help in the mathematical modelations of the Canal del Dique. This included, extrapolating sections for the channel from topographic and bathymetric surveys done by field crews, assisted by digital elevation models and satellite images as well as some aerial photographs. After making the different sections I had to enter them into the modelation software and helped with the tuning of the model with the help of 2 hydraulic specialists. I also was asked to assist the guys making the GIS of the area making a few coverages. Mostrar menos

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  Unión Temporal Tecnología de Enlace Ltda. – Ing. Manlio Pezzano

  Jan 2005 - Jun 2005

  Project Coordinator

  • Assigned work packs to the different work crews.• Coordinated the delivery of supplied materials to the different work crews according to the assigned work packs.• Coordinated concrete supply to the different work fronts.• Reviewed concrete invoices.

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  PFV y Cia Ltda.

  Nov 2005 - Sept 2006

  Quantity Surveyor / Jr. Design Engineer

  • Assist with the design process of the Masterfood Production Facility. I was tasked to design several support structures and retainage walls of the facility.• Prepare the structural drawings of the designed structures including rebar positioning.• Perform the structural and architectural quantity take off.• Upon Clients request I assisted the general planning of the project on MS Project.• Help with the Cost Estimating process by quoting several key materials.

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  Castro Tcherassi S.A.

  Sept 2006 - Jan 2006

  Tender Engineer

  • Actively search for open Tender Processes with the private and public sector where the Company could participate according to management policies and Tender Team Lead instructions.• Negotiate labor rates and quote materials and equipment for the different Tender Processes.• Prepare construction budgets and cost estimates per tender’s specifications, drawings and requirements• Prepare a work plan and a work schedule per tender requirements and our company’s available resources.• Present budget, work plan and schedule to Tender Team Lead. Mostrar menos

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  Independent Contractor

  Jan 2007 - Jun 2007

  Civil Engineer

  • Performed several concrete structural designs of houses and up to 4 story buildings using Colombian Code NSR-98 for the design. I also did the rebar drawings and construction details.• Surveying and drawing for the Ensacar S.A. manufacturing and storage facility. I did the field surveying of the building and the drawings as it was built.• Surveying and drawing for the house located at Cra. 52 # 79 – 92. I did the field surveying of the house and the drawings of the house as it was built. I also presented several remodeling options according to the needs of the client. Mostrar menos

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  Movicon s.a

  Jun 2007 - Mar 2009

  • Leaded a field team for the construction of 22 new classrooms at the Cartagena University, contract worth $1.35M USD.• Total responsibility for creation, negotiation and management of all Subcontracts with Subcontractors for the supply and installation of the architectural finishes and supplied labor.• Coordinated material supply with the central office and supervised material consumption at the Site warehouse.• Managed the petty cash at the Site, and performed procurement of small materials for the Work.• Performed technical inspections of the work done by the different work crews including the proper installation of rebar and formwork before the pouring of concrete of slabs, beams and columns.• Solved technical inquiries performed by the foreman and leaders of the different work crews. Mostrar menos • Actively search for open Tender Processes with the private and public sector where the Company could participate according to management policies.• Negotiate labor rates and quote materials and equipment for the different Tender Processes.• Prepare construction budgets and cost estimates per tender’s specifications, drawings and requirements• Prepare a work plan and a work schedule per tender requirements and our company’s available resources.• Present budget, work plan and schedule to management for major processes.• Assemble the tender per requirements and present it to the client.• Perform follow ups to the outstanding tender processes. Mostrar menos • I was in charge of supervising construction of 6 foundations for liquid bulk tanks through an alternative construction process consisting on preconsolidating the ground area where the tank would be build.• Supervised the installation of 4000 sand piles in total to accelerate the preconsolidation process of the ground.• Supervised the mixing and installation of the ballast material used as dead weight for the preconsolidation process.• Hired equipment to demolish and remove from site 2000m2 of reinforced concrete pavement.• Reviewed payments to subcontractor’s invoices and compare these invoices to planned budget at the field and the records of performance on the field.• Negotiated, created, managed subcontracts for equipment rental at the Site. Also hired and managed personnel required for performing the work with the help of the central office at Cartagena.• Dealt with Security and HSE requirements from our client and all the complexities of working on a Free Trade Zone and Port Area with high commitment for personnel safety. Mostrar menos

  • Field Lead Enginieer

    Nov 2008 - Mar 2009

  • Bids & Tenders Engineer

    Jul 2008 - Nov 2008

  • Field Engineer Palermo Pier Contruction

    Jan 2008 - Jul 2008

  • Field Engineer Terlinorte

    Jun 2007 - Jan 2008
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  Movicon s.a

  Jun 2009 - May 2011

  Tender Team Lead

  • Actively search for open Tender Processes with the private and public sector where the Company could participate according to management policies.• Negotiate labor rates and quote materials and equipment for the different Tender Processes.• Prepare construction budgets and cost estimates per tender’s specifications, drawings and requirements• Prepare a work plan and a work schedule per tender requirements and our company’s available resources.• Present budget, cost estimates, work plan and schedule to management for major processes.• Assemble the tender per requirements and present it to the client.• Perform follow ups to the outstanding tender processes.• Review payments to subcontractor’s invoices and compare these invoices to planned budget presented at the tender process.• Negotiated, created, managed subcontracts for maintenance and repairs at the main office. Also hired and managed personnel required for these tasks. Mostrar menos

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  CB&I

  May 2011 - Jan 2015

  Subcontract Administrator; Formation November 2012 – March 2014 Responsible for Pre and Post Award Activity from ITT through Award, Final Contract Execution and Change Orders, including preparing bidders lists, ITT documents, organizing and conducting ITT clarification meetings with Site Visits, ITT bulletins, preparing bid tabs, change orders, organizing and conducting award meetings.• E&I (2) Subcontracts; total $ 104M US• Intumescent Fireproofing – Blockouts - $ 25M US and $10M US• Coke Drum / Tanks Insulation - $ 10M US• Civil Works - LOBs, Module repairs and fireproofing, Bridge Preparation $ 17M US• Change Orders for Salary Policy updates for all active (40+) Subcontracts.• Change Orders for general issues on other Subcontracts• Coke Pit Modification - $0.197MSubcontract Administrator; Administration March 2014 – December 2015Change Orders, RSA coordination, schedule and cost control, invoicing review.• Design of Electric Heat Trace System and Material Procurement - $1,77M.• Design of Steam Trace System - $0.41M• Engineering services, fabrication, coating, delivery of helical piles to Reficar and provide technical supervision services - no installation - $ 17.34M• Professional Consulting Services PHA-HAZOP - $1.57M• Design and Material Procurement for Automatic Remote Control HF Mitigation Monitor System – 3.35M• Other design and/or procurement subcontracts - 1M• RSA Coordination, Subcontractor’s Quotes and Change Orders for these Subcontracts. Mostrar menos Employee Process Control Coordinator; HHRR May 2011 – November 2012Responsible for developing procedures and VBA tools for reviewing payroll related reports on MS Excel. This reports included:• Timekeeping Reports for Craft, Staff, Expat and OCN• New Hires Report (Staff, Craft, Expat and OCN)• Payroll Novelties (Staff, Craft, Expat and OCN)• Responsible for developing procedures and VBA tools for reviewing the payroll report on MS Excel from 1000+ to 8000+ employees for Staff, Craft, Expat and OCN. This included the final payroll spreadsheet and plain text file sent to the bank for funds dispersion.• Two Direct Reports – (2) Administrative Assistants Mostrar menos

  • Subcontract Administrator

    Nov 2012 - Jan 2015

  • Employee Process Control Coordinator

    May 2011 - Nov 2012
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  SACYR COLOMBIA

  Jan 2016 - Mar 2017

  Contract Coordinator

  Responsible for Pre and Post Award Activity from ITT through Award, Final Contract Execution, Change Orders and Subcontract Closeout.• RSA Coordination, Contract Negotiation and Change Orders for these Contracts.• Subcontract Closeout per contract clauses.• TSA management and logistic coordination• Procurement of equipment, materials and services• Invoicing review and approval• One Direct Report (Procurement Professional)

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  DMA

  May 2017 - Jan 2021

  Independent Civil Engineer

  Technical Consultant and Cost Estimator:• Gran Manzana Mall (July 2017 – December 2021)o Coordination of the designs of the Mall.o Quotation of materials and equipmento Meeting with possible suppliers and contractors.o Preparation of comparative tables.o Preparation of construction estimates.o Review of designs and drawings.o Control of Documents, drawings and technical memories.o Advice in the elaboration of technical service contracts.o Advice in the elaboration of construction and supervision contracts.• Mercabastos (May 2017 – November 2017)o Coordination of the designs of the complex.o Quotation of materials and equipmento Preparation of construction budgets.o Review of plans.o Control of Documents, plans and technical memories.o Construction of the Showroom at the Site.o Management of suppliers and contractors. Mostrar menos

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  Ingecol Integral S.A.S.

  Sept 2019 - Jan 2021

  Controller Director

  • Supervision and control over construction personnel• Control and value work times and performance• Check and supervise entry and quality of materials at the Site.• Control the execution of Contractors and Subcontractors• Clarify technical aspects regarding the Scope to be executed.• Assist and direct the work committees• Plan and order material testing• Order the suspension of the component of the work that is not being executed in accordance with what is indicated in the project plans and specifications.• Supervise quality during project execution• Collaborate with other related functions• Produce monthly progress reports and present them to interested parties.• Review and approve the progress reports Mostrar menos

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  JAXI Builders, Inc.

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2022

  Construction Estimator

  - Collect different quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.- Analyze company data, monitor budgets and prices using software packages.- Review and assess cost estimates.- Identify labor, material, costs and time requirements by researching proposals, blueprints, and any related documents.

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  DIBARA MASONRY

  Jan 2023 - now

  Remote Freelancer Estimator

  - Identify labor, material, costs and time requirements by researching proposals, blueprints, and any related documents.- Prepare Bills of Quantities and support drawings for the identified scope.- Send out Bids and do follow ups via phone or email.- Request RFI for different projects as needed.