Chinyere Nwabeke, EIT, PMP

Experience

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  University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

  Jan 2011 - May 2011

  Calculus I Tutor

  • Explained concepts taught in Calculus I course to students and provided assistance with homework • Helped prepare students for upcoming exams

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  University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2012

  Student Activities Assistant Coordinator

  • Organized on-campus events and created posters and emails to keep students informed• Helped with set up and tear down of events • Interacted with performers/lecturers to make sure their needs were met prior-to and during events

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  U.S. Venture, Inc.

  Jun 2012 - Sept 2013

  Cashier

  • Dealt with customers purchases in a swift and effective manner• Maintained a clean store and made sure coolers and aisles were stocked and in order at all times• Attended to customer fuel discrepancies while maintaining a calm and friendly demeanor

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  Miller Electric Mfg. Co.

  May 2015 - Oct 2016

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  • Assisted with the design and development of welding equipment as part of the New Technology Development business unit. • Generated SolidWorks parts, assemblies, and detail drawings of components for MIG welding torch designs as well as plastic and sheet metal enclosures for electrical components• Contacted vendors to determine options for rapid prototyping of components• Constructed and modified prototypes in the lab for new and existing projects• Communicated with workers on the machine shop floor to ensure DFA and DFM were taken into consideration• Developed sheet metal wind tunnel fixture with adapter plates for testing various fans from vendors• Designed and welded a frame for a coil winding machine which allowed transport by forklift when needed for prototyping purposes Show less

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  The Bowery Presents: Boston

  Mar 2017 - Aug 2017

  Security

  • Scanned tickets and provided patrons with stamps for re-entry into music venue• Checked passes to prevent unauthorized individuals from accessing backstage• Prevented unsafe activities (overly intoxicated individuals, underage drinkers, drugs, fights, etc.)• Provided excellent customer service and maintained a safe environment for patrons to enjoy live music

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  New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)

  Sept 2017 - Feb 2022

  Assistant Project Manager

  • Assist in the management of $1.2 billion-dollar in-house design Kensico-Eastview Connection tunnel project, augmented by a design consultant• Mitigate project risks associated with scope, schedule, and budget• Implement new meeting formats to increase team member engagement and make meetings more effective for progressing design• Perform quality reviews of design drawings prior to submittal for stakeholder approval• Partner with management team, consultants, and designers to develop presentation materials for various workshops with stakeholders• Manage the design, permitting, and outreach of an extensive geotechnical program to provide critical design data• Oversee field operations and staff for geotechnical and survey activities to ensure all work is performed according to DEP standards• Supervise and direct the work of interns and mentor new hires to help retain young professionals within the agency• Review and compile consultant invoices to ensure timely payment to contractors and review subcontractor approval documents to expedite the on-boarding process Show less

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  Upward Farms

  Mar 2022 - Jan 2023

  Engineering Project Coordinator

  • Worked closely with the Director of Engineering to identify and develop near and long-term strategic business solutions that supported organizational growth• Championed development and adoption of operational policies, processes, systems, and structures across engineering teams• Developed change management guides and tools for use across the organization• Collaborated with Technology Portfolio Manager to develop and implement a product management framework• Developed a stage-gate process for product design to be used by the engineering team• Assisted the entire technology team in transition to an agile workflow and use of scrum methodologies• Buillt a user-friendly interface in Airtable for managing scrum teams and the product backlog• Acted as scrum master for the Agricultural Systems Engineering Team• Facilitated meetings between designers, operators, and construction team to establish design requirements and develop a method for tracking requirements from project inception through to completion• Assisted in the development and execution of a value engineering study• Engaged with vendors to obtain quotes and procure equipment for a new lab and identified opportunities to streamline the procurement process Show less

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  The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

  Apr 2023 - now

  • Serve as the liaison between all Tunnels, Bridges, and Terminals Facility Operations staff and Engineering Staff to manage both operating and capital projects• Conduct/participate in regularly scheduled meetings with the appropriate parties to establish the project scope,schedule and budget and ensure these are maintained throughout the project. • Interface with stakeholders to build consensus on the implementation of new design and technological approaches to deliver value-added projects on time and within budget• Lead the authorization process for assigned projects by preparing the necessary material/presentations required for authorization• Advance projects through established milestones, identifying project risk parameters and contingency plans and implementing recovery plans for unanticipated delays. • Interact with Port Authority staff departments and outside agencies to establish agreements and prevent project delays• Prepare project status reports for supervisors, senior and executive staff• Ensure projects are properly completed and closed out Show less

  • Project Engineer

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Project Manager

    Apr 2023 - Feb 2025