Project Engineer

• May 2020 - Present

Traffic Engineer/Project Manager

• Apr 2018 - May 2020

I have worked as the Head Project Manager of the Traffic Engineering Department at QES since April 2018. Responsibilities include managing traffic engineering projects and assisting in production within the Engineering Department. I also provide design assistance and oversight on projects with regards to access placement. I provide quality assurance on projects to ensure they meet state and local requirements, as well as company standards. I communicate with the state DOT, various government agencies, architects, contractors, and clients to ensure project completion.

Transportation Engineer

• Oct 2015 - Sep 2017

• Perform traffic impact studies and recommend improvements by using software programs such as Synchro Software, Vistro, Sidra Intersection, and HCS. • Project manager for a Stage 0 Feasibility Study that included the retiming of traffic signals along a major corridor in Louisiana. • Experienced with LADOTDs traffic safety triage in MS Excel. • Experienced in the design and modifications of traffic signal plans. • Recommended signal timing parameters for a corridor using TruTraffic software (formerly known as TS-PP Draft). • Reviewed TransCad model data as a process of traffic forecasting, • Attended community meetings for a revitalization master plan, where multiple scenarios of land-use growth were considered. • Proficient in the design of traffic control device plans.

Traffic Designer

• Nov 2013 - Sep 2015

• Perform traffic impact studies and recommend improvements by using software programs such as Synchro Software, Sidra Intersection, and HCS.• Create technical reports using MicroStation drawings as visual aids.• Perform field visits to analyze existing traffic patterns, existing signal timings, and the geometric obstacles in the area.• Design traffic signal plans and modify existing traffic signals in MicroStation.• Perform safety studies and recommend roadway improvements for intersections and state routes.• Analyze roundabouts and interchanges using the program AutoTurn to predict clearance and swept path maneuvers.• Recommend the need for traffic signals or roundabouts based on data collection and by analytical comparisons of Synchro Software and Sidra Intersection outputs at various intersections.• Perform corridor traffic signal retiming.

Engineering Apprenticeship

• Jun 2012 - Nov 2013

-- Transportation Engineering Technician• Created and revised drawings for projects pertaining to road design, traffic control plans, and signal design using AutoCAD.• Worked closely with Professional Engineers in the development of traffic impact analyses.• Performed intersection capacity analyses, and signal warrant analyses while using traffic software programs such as HCS and Synchro.• Trained newly hired employees to collect traffic data, use software, and manage time.• Managed collection and processing of traffic count data, and also performed travel time runs.-- Construction Inspector• Managed and maintained daily logs according to LADOTD specifications through client interaction for signal and intersection improvements.• Maintained compliance through supervision of contractors and subcontractors during construction process.

Sales Manager

• Dec 2010 - Jun 2012

• Responsible for retail sales, outfitted emergency personnel, managed inventory, and client management. • Responsible for retail sales, outfitted emergency personnel, managed inventory, and client management.

Laborer and Carpenter

• Mar 2012 - May 2012

• Responsible for performing laborious tasks, i.e. building fences, decks, pergolas, and patio covers. • Responsible for performing laborious tasks, i.e. building fences, decks, pergolas, and patio covers.