CV
Education
Polytechnic University of PR (2001)
San Juan, PR
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Mayor in Structural Analysis and Design Capstone project based on the planning, designing and development of a residential neighbourhood. Project included from arranging of permits of the required authorities, site development to structural design.
Cornell University (2003)
Ithaca, NY
Master of Science in Civil Engineering Mayor in Structural Analysis and Design and Structural Reliability Assessment Thesis: Seismic Design Tools for Unbonded Post-Tensioned Concrete Structures
Stanford University (2003)
Palo Alto, CA
PhD Level Studies on Structural Analysis and Design
Professional Affiliations
Registered Professional Engineer Lic. #21699
Colegio de Ingenieros y Agrimensores de PR – Member
American Concrete Institute – Member
Precast Prestressed Concrete Institute – Member American Society of Civil Engineering – Member
Post-Tensioning Institute - Member
Honors & Awards
PUPR Academic Honor Certificate (1999)
PUPR Academic Honor Certificate (2000)
PUPR Academic Honor Certificate (2001)
Cornell University Grant (2001)
Stanford University Grant (2003)
Skills
Domain understanding in the analysis, design, fabrication and installation of construction industry products such as:
-Precast / prestressed / prefab structural elements.
-Hollow core, curved wall panels, staircases, sound barrier walls, retaining walls etc.
-Conventionally reinforced concrete structures.
-Structural steel.
-Multi-story building (residential and commercial), Light industrial buildings and warehouses, Parking structures (multi-level) and Bridges.
-Piping for industries and buildings.
State-of-the-art engineering services for clients in the construction industry who want high quality technical resources to lower construction costs and completion time.
Publications
Thesis: “Seismic Design Tools for Unbonded Post-Tensioned Concrete Structures”
Seminars: “HollowCore Slabs Design” for the CIAPR