Jose Manuel E.

Civil Engineer/Cost Estimator/Project Manager

Civil Engineer with 9+ years of experience in project management, cost estimation, and construction supervision, delivering 15+ major projects in the Dominican Republic across bridges, highways, corporate towers, hospitals, and sports facilities. Budget Management: Prepared and controlled project budgets up to USD $20M, maintaining variances under 3%. Team Leadership: Supervised and coordinated crews of 10–50+ workers and multidisciplinary subcontractors on simultaneous work fronts. Cost Estimation: Produced detailed material take-offs and estimates for 100,000+ m² of construction works, including reinforced concrete, steel structures, and façade systems. Execution: Oversaw construction of 6 bridges (up to 110 m), 44 km of highways, 4 high-rise towers (up to 12 stories), and a FIFA-standard soccer stadium with 3,000 seats. Client & Stakeholder Relations: Managed direct communication with multinational clients, banks, hospitals, and government authorities, ensuring compliance and satisfaction. Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-profile projects on time and within budget, making me a strong candidate for Project Manager and Cost Estimator roles on Upwork.