Omar Arellano P.E., ENV SP, CFM

Experience

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  Excargo Services Inc.

  Aug 2013 - May 2014

  Operations Clerk

  Managed records of organization's logistics and motor activities and was an integral part in transitioning the organization to digital record keeping.• Tracked and monitored the status of shipments and communicated with clients, carriers and other parties to ensure timely deliveries.• Maintained records of incoming stock and materials and packing and shipment orders• Managed and maintained logistics documentation such as bills of lading, invoices, packing slips• Tracked driver logs in order to assure that state and federal regulations were not violated, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration guidelines where followed.• Collected and reviewed monthly truck maintenance reports to ensure Safety Department requirements of truck conditions were met. • Reported all city and state driving violations and citations to the state. Show less

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  Houston Public Media

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Supervisor

  Oversaw the work of the public research and analysis department's research team at the University of Houston• Planned, assigned and directed work for team members• Monitored and evaluated team members work performance• Ensured compliance with company procedures and policies • Resolved conflicts and issues that arise within the team• Developed and implemented procedures and policies to improve team efficiency and productivity• Conducted the hiring and termination process of team members for the department Show less

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  Pipeline Supply and Service

  Sept 2014 - Jul 2016

  Junior Buyer

  Responsible for managing inventory levels per organization's procurement goals and assist Senior Procurement management in the purchase of goods and services for the company. •Developed procurement strategies that align with organizational goals by analyzing market trends•Identified and evaluated potential suppliers •Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors •Researched products to ensure practicality, cost effectiveness, and supply availability•Placed purchase orders and tracked supply deliveries while managing and resolving any logistical delays•Managed inventory levels per determined procurement goals•Collaborated with other departments to ensure that purchasing decisions aligned with company's overall goals•Maintained records and databases of suppliers and products Show less

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  Piping Technology & Products, Inc.

  Jul 2016 - Mar 2019

  Buyer

  Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to develop, manufacture, deliver and support projects pertaining to oil and gas pipelines. • Worked with Engineers, Project Managers and Planners in analyzing projects and drawings to help determine commercially viable procurement options.• Researched and identified vendors and contractors necessary for completion of specific project requirements. • Evaluated new vendors and contractors to determine if they were valuable assets to the company and approve or deny new business partnerships accordingly.• Managed digital and paper records of Request for Quotes and Project proposals. • Issued and maintained records of non-conformities within the company as well as with vendors and contractors and re-evaluated businesses relationships where necessary. • Created cost analysis reports for each project option and advised management on what option to pursue.• Actively resolved procurement issues that presented themselves throughout a project to help ensure completion within specified time frame.• Negotiated pricing and contracts with vendors. • Created, issued, monitored and maintained purchase orders in Quick Books until completion. Show less

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  Harris County Engineering Department

  Mar 2019 - Mar 2025

  •Aid in defining the scope of projects, setting of project schedules and allocating resources.•Manage the scope, cost and schedule of a project from planning, study, design and bid and ensure the project is delivered on schedule and budget.•Oversee and provide direction to all team members including consultants and other members as needed.•Responsible for coordination and communication with all project stakeholders, leadership and team members.•Assist in the management and training of team members through teaching and mentoring.•Provide leadership and accountability for the project delivery team in coordination with the Team Lead and Division leadership.•Responsible for having a solid working knowledge of the teams project portfolio in order to serve as back up for leads and other project managers and team members. •Proactively identified and mitigated project scope, schedule and budget issues to ensure original goals are met. Show less Managing the scoping, study, design and bid phases of projects as part of the Capital Infrastructure Road and Bridge division of the Harris County Engineering department. • Ensure quality assurance, risk management, regulation compliance, utility coordination, ROW acquisition, and permitting is properly executed during all project phases.• Perform project delivery and client briefings.• Develop project scope, schedule and budget to ensure Precinct needs are captured in contract documents, design efforts and construction.• Assist with consultant, sub-consultant and contractor procurement.• Manage and supervise consultants, contractors and other subject matter experts throughout the project.• Identify and address critical schedule, budget or performance issues with project participants and engaged management were appropriate to resolve issues before they negatively impact the project.• Collaborate with the purchasing department to ensure projects are advertised on a timely basis.• Monitor and report project budgets, schedules and status in e-builder.• Communicated with all project stakeholders including elected officials and their staffs, management and other agencies (i.e. TxDOT, HCFCD, MUDs, Cities). Show less Managed the scope, design, bid and construction phases of projects as part of the Special Projects and Programs team of the Harris County Engineering Department. Oversaw projects within the Project Recovery Homeowner Assistance and Outfall Repair Programs. • Developed scopes of work, schedules and cost estimates for projects.• Generated initial designs of projects utilizing Civil 3D.• Inspected the construction of projects on the field to confirm compliance with engineering drawings, standards and regulations. • Ensured deliverables met precincts expectations, engineering department standards and complied with regulations and permitting requirements.• Coordinated and communicate effectively with management, Harris County elected officials, grant funding agencies and the public.• Managed grant funded projects and ensured projects complied with grant requirements and deadlines. Show less Performed technical reviews of engineering plans to determine conformance with Harris County regulations as part of the Civil Development Review Team of the Harris County Permits Office. Assisted Harris County disaster recovery efforts as part of the Disaster Response team through the recovery efforts of tropical storm Imelda. Collaborated with Harris County Flood Control and FEMA on developments that impacted drainage systems.• Reviewed subdivision and commercial development plans to ensure compliance with Harris County Design Standards.• Guided and assisted the public with the permitting process• Communicated with the public by telephone, email and in person to inform them of the county's infrastructure regulations.• Worked with engineers, developers and landowners to provide feedback on plans and coordinate the review process.• Processed LOMRs and CLOMRs within the County with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Show less

  • Project Manager

    Jun 2023 - Mar 2025

  • Assistant Project Manager_Capital Projects Infrastructure Road & Bridge Division

    Mar 2021 - Jun 2023

  • Assistant Project Manager_Special Projects and Programs Division

    Mar 2020 - Feb 2021

  • Civil Development Plan Reviewer

    Mar 2019 - Feb 2020