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Kossi Ntiafalali Aziagba

Kossi Ntiafalali Aziagba, CPI                   OIQ: 5095660

​Kossi is member of the OIQ (Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec), registered CPI (EIT), experienced in construction, civil engineering, water treatment and graduated from Brazil. In Quebec, to practice as an engineer, you must first become a candidate for the engineering profession (CPI). Engineers like Kossi, trained outside of Canada, even if they are experienced, must follow this program which replaces the junior internship and prepares them to practice with rigor and competence according to Canadian laws.

I love engineering, I love writing, I love learning. I am a lover. My mind is a database. When I am not calculating, I am writing. That is how it works. And when I am not saying anything, my mind remembers. Before I became a writer, I was an engineer, I mean I am, I still am.

KOSSI NTIAFALALI AZIAGBA: ( 1987 - Todays)

Kossi N'Tialafali Aziagba | Writer | 1987 - Present

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  • The CPI PROGRAM is established in 6 key points, as follows:

    • ### 1.1 Regulations, Codes, and Standards

    Understand regulations, codes, standards, and practices that apply to Quebec or Canadian engineering.

    1. Determine and comply with the legal and regulatory requirements of project activities.

    2. Consider codes and regulations in design.

    3. Prepare compliance evaluation reports for projects against codes, standards, and regulations.

    4. Recognize the need to design the project in compliance with the code, considering its feasibility.

    5. Be aware of all specific sustainability clauses added to the guidelines applicable to the region and apply them when appropriate.

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    • ### 1.2 Project and Design Constraints

    Know the materials or operations, as the case may be, project and design constraints, and optimized design meeting the intended purpose or use, considering interdisciplinary impacts.

    1. Know the constraints related to materials, operations, projects, and design, such as cost, design, materials, labor, schedule, budget, production.

    2. Understand other professional and technical fields and how to ensure coordination with them.

    3. Understand the role of different professions whose practices overlap with or interact with engineering, and also understand the regulations concerning individuals in these professions.

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    • ### 1.3 Risk Identification and Mitigation

    Analyze technical risks and propose solutions to mitigate them.

    1. Understand the objectives, fundamentals, practices, procedures, and protective functions of systems or damage/risk mitigation.
    2. Define risk areas, including risk factors and their impacts.
    3. Develop risk management/mitigation plans (elimination, mitigation, prevention).
    4. Understand the difference between technical risk issues and public safety issues.

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    • ### 1.4 Application of Theory

    Apply engineering knowledge to design solutions.

    1. Prepare technical specifications.

    2. Use theory and calculations to find solutions.

    3. Explain the development of the optimal or preferred design solution and why it was chosen.

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    • ### 1.5 Solution Techniques

    Be able to understand solution techniques and independently verify results.

    1. Prepare technical specifications.

    2. Use theory and calculations to find solutions.

    3. Explain the development of the optimal or preferred design solution and why it was chosen.

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    • ### 1.6 Safety Awareness

    Know Canadian safety rules, codes, and standards, and be aware of the importance of adhering to them. Demonstrate safety awareness on site and the applicable authorization/certification requirements, and be alert to the inherent safety risks in design.

    1. Know safety regulations.

    2. Determine applicable safety issues, measures, and equipment for system operations or maintenance programs, integrate required elements into systems or programs, and review them.

    3. Explicitly consider public and human safety in design and other relevant activities.

    4. Understand the safety risks associated with processes and account for them.

    5. Determine appropriate protective equipment and necessary process modifications to mitigate safety risks.

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    • ### 1.7 Systems and Their Components

    Understand systems and their components.

    1. Understand each element of a process.

    2. Demonstrate and understand interactions and constraints in the behavior of the entire system.

    3. Manage processes within the entire system (monitor processes for optimal results and modify if necessary).

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    • ### 1.8 Peer Review and Quality Control

    Understand the importance of peer review and quality management essential to the practice of engineering in Canada. Understand the concept of quality control during design and construction, including independent design verifications and reviews, site inspections, and project reviews.

    1. Perform checks, including field checks, to verify the validity of the design.
    2. Implement quality management principles.
    3. Ensure work complies with plans and specifications.
    4. Prepare quality control plans, including frequency parameters and tests for specific processes or products.
    5. Evaluate test results, determine their adequacy, and develop recommended measures.
    6. Participate in peer review.
    7. Demonstrate that the completed project, systems, or subsystems meet objectives in terms of functionality and operational performance.

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    • ### 1.9 Engineering Documentation

    Transfer design objectives to drawings, sketches, and documents. Understand the process of transmitting design information.

    1. Review designs by others and provide feedback on findings and issues, and propose alternative solutions.

    2. Communicate ideas and concepts to project team members.

    3. Understand the value of project completion reports and lessons learned reports that will apply to future projects by oneself or others.

    4. Produce sketches, notes, documentation, and design documents for the preparation of tenders and preliminary and final documents/drawings to be accepted by the client and approved by regulatory bodies.

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    • ### 1.10 Sustainable, Social, Economic, and Environmental Development

    Understand the measures necessary to protect the public and methods for mitigating harmful effects.

    1. Follow regulations and public safety advice during project design and execution.

    2. Prioritize public protection considering client issues and health and safety, environmental protection, and sustainability principles.

    • ### 2.1 Verbal Communication

    Communicate verbally in a Canadian environment (in French or English). Note: Regardless of the demonstrated competence, the candidate must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the French language to comply with the Charter of the French Language.

    1. Communicate clearly and concisely.

    2. Communicate official project data to team members, clients, and suppliers.

    3. Clearly express technical or non-technical questions and ideas to technical or non-technical staff.

    4. Give presentations or conduct training sessions for technical or non-technical groups; make presentations to superiors or subordinates, internally (colleagues) or externally (clients).

    5. Present project parameters to the public.

    6. Actively participate in meetings.

    7. Attend verbal communication training.

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    • ### 2.2 Written Communication

    Communicate effectively in writing with team members, clients, suppliers, and members of the public in a Canadian environment (in French or English). Note: Regardless of the demonstrated competence, the candidate must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the French language to comply with the Charter of the French Language.

    1. Adapt communications to the audience.

    2. Write and review technical documents.

    3. Write clear and concise memos and reports for technical or non-technical staff.

    4. Use drawings and sketches to demonstrate concepts and key points.

    5. Prepare written reports on a technical subject.

    6. Prepare written reports based on field observations.

    7. Attend training on writing technical reports.

    8. Work with Office suite programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet browser).

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    • ### 2.3 Reading and Comprehension

    Communicate effectively in a Canadian environment (in French or English). Note: Regardless of the demonstrated competence, the candidate must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the French language to comply with the Charter of the French Language.

    1. Review technical documents, understand their implications, and summarize the key points.

    • ### 3.1 Project Management Principles

    Be aware of project management principles.

    1. Be aware of issues related to resource planning, budgeting, change management, scope management, scheduling, and unforeseen events in all phases of project management.

    2. Understand the impacts that the benefits and risks of various design solutions have on a project.

    3. Understand the needs and expectations of internal and external clients.

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    • ### 3.2 Level of Responsibility

    Demonstrate an increasing level of responsibility for the planning and execution of projects.

    1. Follow and contribute to the development of project management plans.

    2. Be alert to improvements and future requirements, as well as ongoing projects.

    3. Show increasing responsibility for management and client contacts.

    4. Demonstrate the positive effect of project management activities and interactions with others on the candidate's practical development.

    5. Participate in managing and adapting a schedule.

    6. Be aware of issues in other areas that may impact the project, while keeping communication open to discuss and resolve these issues.

    7. Integrate sustainability analysis into project descriptions.

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    • ### 3.3 Expectations versus Resources

    Demonstrate an increasing level of responsibility for the planning and execution of projects.

    1. Periodically update the schedule and budget, and communicate the project's progress.
    2. Provide an assessment of the market or available resources for a project.
    3. Meet the schedule without compromising other aspects of the project (e.g., health and safety, environment, quality, financial aspects, etc.).

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    • ### 3.4 Financial and Budgetary Aspects

    Understand the financial aspects of the work.

    1. Consider the project's budget during design and construction.

    2. Provide a technical/financial report and compare options.

    3. Understand the role of finances in business decision-making.

    4. Understand the principles of budgeting and financing.

    5. Understand relevant business processes.

    6. Understand the development and execution of contracts.

    7. Develop financial risk management/mitigation plans (elimination, mitigation, prevention).

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    • ### 3.5 Responding to Feedback

    Seek feedback and act on it.

    1. Implement lessons learned and performance reviews during meetings.

    2. Understand the scope of a project and act appropriately when a project exceeds its initial scope.

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    • ### 3.6 Project and Process Lifecycle

    Be exposed to the different stages of the project/process lifecycle, from design and feasibility study to execution.

    1. Identification: identify the initial project idea and describe its preliminary design.

    2. Preparation: provide a detailed design covering technical and operational aspects.

    3. Evaluation: analyze the project from technical, financial, economic, social, and environmental perspectives.

    4. Development of Specifications and Tender Documents: prepare specification documents, tender documents, prequalification, tender evaluation, and contract award documents.

    5. Implementation and Monitoring of the Solution: perform project-related activities, including periodic checks on progress and feedback.

    6. Support operational activities.

  • ### 4.1 Work Effectively

    Work effectively with different fields/people.

    1. Demonstrate respect for the responsibilities and expertise of others.

    2. Integrate engineering with other fields.

    3. Show leadership in meeting team objectives.

    4. Actively collaborate.

    5. Adhere to objectives and respect decisions and priorities.

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    ### 4.2 Conflict Resolution

    Contribute to resolving conflicts.

    1. Demonstrate leadership in conflict resolution.

    2. Aim for beneficial conflict resolutions.

    3. Attend conflict resolution training.

    4. Demonstrate a positive attitude.

    5. Be open to feedback and criticism.

    6. Reflect on situations where feedback was received and how it was handled.

  • ### 5.1 Code of Ethics

    Work with integrity, ethically, and according to professional standards.

    1. Adhere to the Code of Ethics for engineers in Quebec or the relevant code where you practice.

    2. Demonstrate professional ethics to meet business objectives.

    3. Understand how conflicts of interest can harm your practice.

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    ### 5.2 Recognize the Limits of Your Competence

    Know your own field of practice and expertise.

    1. Ask questions, seek help, and integrate the contributions received.

    2. Interact with your supervisor, colleagues, and other parties.

    3. Recognize your level of expertise and the limits of your competence.

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    ### 5.3 Professional Responsibility

    Understand what professional responsibility is.

    1. Be aware of potential professional liability issues in all aspects of your work.

    2. Demonstrate personal qualities such as judgment, rigor, analytical thinking, and initiative.

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    ### 5.4 Use of Seal and Signature

    Master the guidelines regarding engineering documents.

    1. Fully understand the use of the seal and signature.

    2. Record your activities, decisions, and completed work in a logbook.

    3. Maintain the traceability of your documents.

    4. Protect the security, longevity, and confidentiality of information.

  • ### 6.1 Professional Training Activities

    Demonstrate participation in professional training activities.

    1. Participate in community, technical, industrial, or professional association committees and working groups.

    2. Engage in various self-study and structured professional development activities to stay current in your field of professional practice and be able to demonstrate this to relevant authorities.

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    ### 6.2 Awareness of Knowledge Gaps

    Become aware of knowledge gaps and areas requiring additional training.

    1. Analyze your knowledge and skill gaps and identify those that need to be addressed.

    2. Define your gaps and additional training needs.

    3. Conduct self-assessment and determine ways to address your gaps.

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    ### 6.3 Professional Development Plan

    Develop a professional development plan to address your gaps and stay updated in your field of practice.

    1. Plan to continue training in areas where gaps are recognized and remedy your knowledge deficiencies.

    2. Stay current in your field of professional practice by participating in planned activities such as self-study and structured professional development activities.

    3. Be aware of the latest technological advancements and developments in your field of practice.

    4. Apply your new skills in practice.

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    ### WORK EXPERIENCE**

     

    2024

    ****EIT, Engineer-in-Training**

    Seeking first opportunityFull training equivalency recognized by OIQ

     

    **2023**

    **PCB Assembler/Tester**

    SIGMAPOINT TECHNOLOGIES INC., Cornwall, Ontario

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    **2020-2023**

    **Civil Engineer (Hybrid)**

    ARCHILUX ENGENHARIA E ARQUITETURA, [...]

     

    **2019-2020**

    **Final Training Internship – Assistant Civil Engineer (68 hours)**

    CEAGESP [...]

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    **2019-2020**

    **Training Internship – Project Management (200 hours)**

    CIDADEBRASIL LTDA, [...]

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    **2018-2019**

    **Training Internship – Plan and Specification Design (200 hours)**

    CIDADEBRASIL LTDA, [...]

     

    **2015-2018**

    **Construction Coordinator / Recruitment**

    DB2C CONSTRUÇÕES, [...]

     

    **2013-2015**

    **Construction Site Superintendent**

    CEAGESP, [...]

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    **2012-2013**

    **Construction Works Supervisor / Office**

    Prefecture of [...]

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  • ### EDUCATION

    **2015-2020**  
    **Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering**  
    [...]

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    **2006-2010**  
    **High School Diploma**  
    Collège d’Enseignement Générale d’Agamé

  • ### PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

    **2023**  
    **Training: Health and Safety on Construction Sites – ASP (30 hours)**  
    APCHQ, Montreal, Quebec

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    **2020**  
    **Training: Foundation Calculation and Sizing (120 hours)**  
    ALTO Qi, [...]

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    **2019**  
    **Training: Management Tools - MS PROJECT / ACCESS (74 hours)**  
    [...]

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    **2018**  
    **Training: English and Spanish Courses (Oral and Written) (320 hours)**  
    WIZARD School,[...]

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    **2016**  
    **Training: Oil and Water-Based Painting (37 hours)**  
    CIDADEBRASIL LTDA, [...]

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    **2014**  
    **Training: Working at Heights and First Aid (37 hours)**  
    CEAGESP, [...]

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    **2013**  
    **Training: Bricklaying & Masonry/Practice (1440 hours)**  
    SENAI-SP School,[...]

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    **2012**  
    **Training: Tiling and Painting (64 hours)**  
    SENAI-SP School [...]

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    ### OTHER

    **Driver's License**  
    Class 5  
    Class 1, Learner's Permit

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    **Certificates**  
    PROCORE Certification

  • French, English, Portuguese, and basic knowledge of Spanish

  • Logiciels : Revit, Procore, Word, Eberit, Excel, PowerPoint, Auto CAD 2D et 3D 

  • **Project Management

    Contract Administration,

    Resource Management,

    Team Management and Planning,

    Equipment and Material Management,

    Conflict Management.**

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    Kossi's competencies also include :

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    - **Technical Skills in Civil Engineering:**

    Knowledge of civil engineering principles, methods, and tools.


    - **Structural Analysis and Design:**

    Proficiency in analyzing and designing structures such as buildings, bridges, and roads.


    - **Construction Management:**

    Understanding of construction processes, methods, and project scheduling.


    - **Environmental Engineering:**

    Knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainable design practices.


    - **Geotechnical Engineering:**

    Understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, and related fieldwork.


    - **Transportation Engineering:**

    Skills in designing and managing transportation systems and infrastructure.


    - **Hydraulics and Hydrology:**

    Knowledge of fluid mechanics and water resources engineering.


    - **Quality Control and Assurance:**

    Ability to ensure that projects meet specified standards and regulations.


    - **Health and Safety Management:**

    Understanding of safety regulations and practices in construction and engineering projects.


    - **Communication Skills:**

    Proficiency in written and verbal communication for effective project documentation and stakeholder engagement.


    - **Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:**

    Ability to analyze problems and make informed decisions under pressure.


    - **Leadership and Teamwork:**

    Skills in leading teams and working collaboratively with various stakeholders.


    - **Financial Acumen:**

    Understanding of project budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management.

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  • **Design of Construction

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    Projects:

    Residential, Commercial, and Bridges, Engineering Design and Tools, Asset

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    Management:

    Preventive and Corrective Maintenance of Equipment, Facilities, and Infrastructure.**

  • **Supervision and Coordination of Project Execution on Site, Ensuring Work Monitoring and Quality Assurance.**

  • **Email Services (Portfolio Management / Responses and Redirection).**

Cover Letter

Attention: Recruitment Team

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Subject: Candidate for the Engineering Profession, CPI

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Madam, Sir,

Hello,

My name is Kossi and I am sending you this to inform you of my intention to join your team. I am not looking for a high salary or a prestigious position; on the contrary, I aim for a career, experience, and qualifications. I am even ready and willing to work as a volunteer, willing to give my all to develop my career and utilize my time and my degree.

I am currently a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), recognized under the designation of CPI. Before obtaining this recognition from the OIQ, I worked in Brazil as a civil engineer. I completed several projects, including the design of a two-level multifamily residence with a garage, six bedrooms, two bathrooms, two staircases, two suspended terraces, and the foundation project. This project was validated by the Osasco prefecture in São Paulo (Brazil), and the construction was completed in 2021. When I immigrated to Canada, I received full equivalency of my training after a long process of almost 2 years. I am currently seeking my first opportunity in the Quebec market.

To practice as an engineer in Quebec, it is necessary to obtain the status of Candidate for the Engineering Profession (CPI), a credential I recently obtained in 2024. I am convinced that my technical skills, combined with my passion for sustainable development, will allow me to contribute significantly to your projects. I have experience in construction, having held positions such as professional painter, cement mason, and tiler (paver). I also have some experience in electricity, particularly in the design and installation of small residential systems.

Here are some of my skills and experiences that might interest you:

  • Project Design and Management: I have led the design and implementation of various projects, ranging from multifamily residences to water filtration systems, using engineering software such as AutoCAD and EBERICK to develop precise and innovative technical solutions. I have also managed complex financial models to ensure the economic viability of projects.

  • Risk Analysis and Management: My experience on various projects has allowed me to develop expertise in risk identification and mitigation. I have conducted social and environmental impact studies and used advanced technologies, such as thermal cameras, to ensure the safety and sustainability of structures.

  • Sustainable Development: Passionate about implementing ecological solutions, I have developed and implemented strategies to minimize the environmental impact of projects while complying with environmental protection standards.

Working within your company represents an exceptional opportunity to put my skills into practice and collaborate with a dynamic team on large-scale projects. I am particularly attracted to the stimulating environment of your company, where I could apply my knowledge to advance projects effectively and sustainably.

I would be honored to contribute to your team, and I am available for an interview at your convenience.

Awaiting your response, please accept, Madam, Sir, the expression of my distinguished salutations.

Kossi Ntiafalali Aziagba, CPI

Contact Kossi. It will be great pleasure to work with your company

  • **Act as a site supervisor on multidisciplinary projects related to bridges and civil engineering structures**

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  • **Ensure coordination among all project disciplines**

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  • **Monitor the compliance of the work performed and ensure adherence to the plans and specifications**

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  • **Ensure adherence to project timelines**

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  • **Participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to present and discuss designs and project progress**​

  • **Simulate traffic conditions (vehicular and active modes) using specialized transportation software (Synchro, Vistro, AIMSUN, etc.)**

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  • **Participate in client meetings and supervise work performed by contractors**

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  • **Produce signage and development plans and specifications, and write technical reports and specifications**

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  • **Prepare quantity and cost estimates according to established methods**

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  • **Provide technical guidance to other members of the project team, including project managers**

  • **Perform structural analyses and simulations using advanced software tools to evaluate the performance of proposed designs and identify potential issues and risks**

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  • **Assess existing tunnel structures, including tunnels, shafts, and underground chambers, to identify potential structural problems and develop repair or upgrade plans**

  • **Develop and oversee the implementation of quality control and assurance procedures for tunneling projects to ensure compliance with standards**

  • **Conduct technical analyses of traffic studies, road safety, transport planning, and public transportation.**

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  • **Process databases on traffic and road safety, interpret the results, and represent them on a geographic information system.**

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  • **Carry out feasibility studies for transportation and road development projects.**

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  • **Write daily reports, perform quantity calculations, and prepare progressive statements.**

Does your company need an EIT (Engineer-in-Training) or CPI in civil engineering?

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Your team is my team. Your satisfaction is my pleasure. Your goals are my vision. In your company, I will:

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