Pedro (Jorge) Ruiz Armada
Civil Structural Engineer & Project Manager
Experience
Nov 2024 - Jun 2025
8 months Colón, Panama
On-siteProject Manager
VOPAK Terminal (HC Tankol)
- Directed all construction site activities in the VOPAK tank farm to ensure maximum quality and accuracy in line with owner’s expectations
- Managed all aspects of civil, structural and mechanical engineering by devising and implementing effective plans, designs, layouts, project specifications and proposals applying Vopak standards
- Supervised planning and construction phases for oil storage tank rehabilitation, new tank floating roof construction and tank coatings projects to ensure optimal efficiency and quality
- Ensured on-time project progression in line with time, cost and quality requirements and resolved issues to keep the project on track
- Facilitated meetings to resolve issues, liaised with clients and stakeholders, and cultivated strong working relationships to ensure timely, high-quality construction phase completion
- Managed financial aspects including cost forecasts, quantities, equipment budget and labour requirements for all assigned projects
Apr 2024 - Oct 2024
7 months Panama City, Panama
Project Manager
Systenger
- Organized, planned and executed civil-structural engineering construction works for two projects: a complex steel roof at Villa Zaite Metro Station bus terminal and a glass curtain wall at the Workers’ Institute Building
- Directed planning and construction phases by subcontractors to ensure optimal efficiency and quality
- Scheduled and monitored project activities contributing to successful and timely project completion
- Determined requirements and key factors in planning and designing civil work specifications to minimize delays and resolve issues
- Facilitated meetings to resolve issues, liaised with clients and stakeholders, and cultivated strong working relationships
- Managed financial aspects including cost forecasts, quantities, equipment budget and labour requirements
Jul 2023 - Mar 2024
9 months Panama City, Panama
Project Manager
Pedraz Architects
- Developed a new medical and pharma products distribution centre for Central America for an international pharmaceutical company
- Coordinated PMO tools and services for PM teams and wider business, resulting in increased efficiency
- Developed and maintained standardized reporting of project and business KPIs, improving project outcomes
- Managed risk registers and ownership of the risk management tool, ensuring timely mitigation of risks
- Led project review meetings and reported monthly programme performance metrics, improving project outcomes
- Maintained common WBS project structures for PM teams, increasing efficiency and consistency
- Collaborated with managers, directors, and stakeholders to establish project objectives, review proposals and develop plans
Mar 2022 - Jun 2023
1 year 4 months Panama City, Panama
Engineering Manager
Decon
- Administered technical and informational resources for maintenance and improvement of residential, commercial and office buildings and diverse equipment across multiple departments
- Planned and procured resources for maintenance and improvement projects, monitored execution to address deviations promptly and generate optimal performance
- Drove strategic planning, procurement and control of resources, guaranteeing profit margins, regulatory compliance and timely execution across projects
- Facilitated inspections and oversaw maintenance procedures to ensure functionality of mechanical, sanitary and electrical systems, identifying real estate business opportunities
Dec 2021 - Feb 2022
3 months Panama
Operations Manager
Liquid Jungle Assets (SIMCA Island)
- Assessed existing sustainable hospitality infrastructures, developed accurate diagnosis for recovery and efficiency improvements
- Controlled project supplies and construction work, developed budgets and proposals for improvement plans including full solar panel infrastructure
- Made executive decisions and negotiated design, architectural and construction contracts
- Reviewed owner’s design and specifications to ensure quality and timely planning and control execution procedures
- Modernized hotel infrastructure, branding and technology
- Streamlined HR processes: hiring, training, scheduling and record-keeping
- Led acquisition of new engineering business features and managed multidisciplinary teams
Sep 2020 - Nov 2021
1 year 3 months Panama City, Panama
On-siteCivil Project Manager
Steel Buildings & Bridges Corp.
- Managed and coordinated project development and construction site activities, ensuring compliance with design and safety specifications
- Organized job sites, developed schedules and ensured quality control while forecasting costs, equipment and labour needs
- Conducted research, testing and analysis of elements and environmental conditions to provide expert assessments on civil engineering factors
- Reviewed fabrication shop drawings to ensure design accuracy
- Provided cost estimates, evaluated proposed changes and prepared technical documentation for steel structure material requisitions for the airport superstructure
- Assisted the procurement department in technical evaluations
Jan 2019 - Aug 2020
1 year 8 months Panama
AOCC Project Manager
AODC Consulting S.A.
- Oversaw design development for the Airport Operations Control Centre and reviewed special systems designs for quality and conformance
- Managed execution, testing and changes to work while maintaining positive client relationships and communication with TIA and government representatives
- Ensured effective communication and coordination among Tocumen Airport departments and construction companies, leading to project completion within budget and time requirements
- Calculated cost estimates, evaluated proposed changes and managed cost databases, contributing to efficient planning and issue resolution
Jun 2018 - Dec 2019
7 months Panamá, Panama
Project Manager
ANAIRAM, S.A.
- Managed initiation, design, planning, execution and monitoring of the Panamá Plaza Mall project, overseeing construction, technical requirements and architecture
- Collaborated with managers, directors and stakeholders to establish project objectives, review proposals and develop plans
- Assigned resources, reviewed contractor bids and determined project responsibilities, liaising with architectural, mechanical and electrical departments
- Collaborated with construction subcontractors and ensured facility safety, completion under budget and time requirements in compliance with safety regulations
Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
1 year Cocle, Panama
Senior Project Engineer for Non-Process Infrastructures
First Quantum Minerals
- Planned and executed civil, mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering aspects, conceptualizing and implementing innovative designs and layouts
- Scheduled and monitored project activities for successful and timely completion
- Documented existing conditions and measurements and oversaw design and drafting activities
- Reviewed and optimized design options and IFC drawings for highest level of construction and maintenance-oriented design
- Collaborated with operations, mining and MEP departments to establish comprehensive approach and streamlined communication
- Facilitated meetings to resolve issues, liaised with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
Nov 2016 - Jun 2017
8 months Quito, Ecuador
Structural Project Engineering Leader
Petrobell Inc.
- Managed all civil and structural engineering aspects for the national Ecuadorian oil & gas industry, devising and implementing plans, designs, layouts, specifications and proposals
- Conducted fieldwork: observations, recording existing conditions and verifying measurements
- Completed structural design and analysis calculations to comply with codes, safety standards and engineering formulas
- Developed project plans including engineering design, procurement, fabrication, vendor mobilization, onshore construction and commissioning
- Evaluated contractor operations, assessed strengths and weaknesses, implemented changes and drove workforce to deliver
Sep 2015 - Oct 2016
1 year 2 months Panama City, Panama
Resident Engineer
Construction Systems Group
- Directed structural civil works for the South Plaza Mall project from grading to external works, ensuring optimal efficiency and quality
- Ensured project progression in line with time, cost and quality requirements, resolving issues to meet deadlines and budgets
- Collaborated with subcontractors and ensured facility safety under public and corporate regulations
- Calculated requirements and identified key factors in planning and construction of civil and MEP tasks, minimizing delays
- Managed financial aspects: prepared cost forecasts, quantities, equipment budget and labour requirements
- Liaised with architectural, mechanical and electrical departments for clear communication and integrated approach
May 2008 - Feb 2015
6 years 10 months Bakersfield, United States
Project Engineer Consultant III
Stantec (formerly Processes Unlimited)
Jan 2005 - May 2008
2 years 5 months Maturin, Venezuela
Discipline Project Leader (Structural Department)
G&C Constructions and Consulting
Mar 2005 - Apr 2008
3 years 2 months Maturin, Venezuela
External Project Leader, Civil Engineer & Structural Engineer
TDR Organization
Dec 2004 - Dec 2005
1 year 1 month Maturin, Venezuela
Discipline Project Leader
Tecnoconsult S.A.
Feb 2004 - Nov 2004
10 months Maturin, Venezuela
Civil Discipline Project Leader
SECCA, S.A.
Feb 2003 - Dec 2004
11 months Anaco, Venezuela
Project Manager
GEPS Multiservices
Sep 1996 - Jan 2003
6 years 5 months Punta de Mata, Venezuela
Project Coordinator and Structural Project Leader
PDVSA
Apr 1993 - Aug 1996
3 years 5 months Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela
On-siteConstruction Superintendent / Construction Site Manager
EWING Constructions, A.C.
May 1989 - Dec 1993
4 years 8 months Lecheria, Venezuela
Construction Inspection Coordinator / Resident Engineer
Dk Projects & Constructions
Dec 1986 - Jul 1988
1 year 8 months Caracas, Venezuela
Resident Engineer
S.V.F. Consulting, C.A.
Jul 1986 - Mar 1988
1 year 9 months Barcelona, Venezuela
Resident Engineer / Technical Advisor
DIEZ Constructions, C.A.
Jan 1982 - Oct 1986
3 years 10 months Caracas, Venezuela
Technical Director
CASTOR Engineering, C.A.
Nov 1979 - Nov 1979
1 month Caracas, Venezuela
Structural Engineer / Assessor
ESPRIN, C.A.
Oct 1979 - Mar 1981
1 year 6 months Caracas, Venezuela
Technical Director
TRONADOR Constructions, C.A.
Aug 1979 - Jan 1983
3 years 6 months Caracas, Venezuela
Technical Director
RAAS Constructions, C.A.
Apr 1979 - Oct 1979
7 months Caracas, Venezuela
Engineering Assessor
FERROLUMAX, C.A.
Summary
Beacon of excellence in the realm of project and structural engineering altogether with Project, Construction & Procurement Management expertise, boasting a robust and unparalleled skillset honed over years of experience. With an unmatched level of dedication and dynamism, consistently delivered projects on time, in full, and on budget while surpassing client expectations. An expert in the High Rise, Mining, Power, and Oil & Gas industries on a global scale, infused with exceptional leadership skills that motivate multidisciplinary teams to achieve common goals with remarkable efficacy.
- Leverage superlative planning and organization abilities to coordinate multiple projects, bringing them to fruition with ease and grace.
- Possessing a wealth of knowledge on Onshore, Structural & MEP construction techniques, maintenance, and HSE management, with combined expertise with strong financial acumen, resulting in highly cost-effective solutions for high-value projects.
- Significant contributions to the Oil & Gas industry span over two decades, including a stint in Venezuela for the National Oil Industry (PVSA), engineering companies in US and private companies.
- Visionary board member - collaborate with the –CXO level management, map business opportunities, and offer invaluable planning, leadership, direction, and technical expertise.
- Adept in managing the timely procurement of materials, equipment/plant, and labor resources, and overseeing the construction of sub-contract work packages, covering: Major Refinery Building Structures, drilling & process offshore platforms, Pipe Corridor Bridges, Industrial Capital Projects, Ambient Recovery projects, among others, such as Electrostatic Separators, Fractionation Towers, Tank foundations, major steel & concrete high complexity structures and such.
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Native
Education
Oct 2000 - Jun 2003
Andrés Bello Catholic University
Project Management, Specialty · Project Management · Caracas, Venezuela
Oct 1974 - Jun 1976
Santa María University
Civil Engineering, Roads & Highways Specialty · Civil Engineering · Caracas, Venezuela
Oct 1969 - Jun 1974
Santa María University
Civil Engineering, Structural Specialty · Civil Engineering · Caracas, Venezuela
Certifications & licenses
Civil Engineer
Venezuelan Architects and Engineers College · Caracas, Venezuela
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