Maria A.I. Mendoza

Project Manager – Construction & Field Operations

Miami, US.

About

Highly skilled Project Management Professional currently advancing expertise in the Plumbing Journeyman program, offering a robust background in technical drafting, field logistics, and compliance-driven operations. With proven experience spanning civil and energy infrastructure projects, equipment management, and systems troubleshooting, I excel at coordinating complex schedules, managing budgets, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure project success from conception to completion. Adept at leveraging technical proficiency and strong negotiation skills to drive efficiency and achieve strategic objectives within construction and field operations.

Work

Area Iron and Steel Works Inc.

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Project Manager / CAD Drafter

El Paso, TX, US

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Summary

Led technical drawing production and coordination for structural steel projects, ensuring seamless execution from planning through fabrication.

Highlights

Produced and interpreted intricate technical drawings to support structural steel project planning and execution, facilitating accurate materialization of complex designs.

Coordinated project timelines and specifications between drafting, fabrication, and field teams, ensuring alignment and on-schedule delivery of structural components.

L2R Consulting

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IT Dispatcher

Miramar, FL, US

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Summary

Administered system access and provided technical support for client systems, ensuring secure and efficient operations.

Highlights

Served as system administrator, successfully resetting multifactor authentication (MFA) in Azure for numerous users, enhancing security protocols and access efficiency.

Remotely accessed client computers to troubleshoot systems and provide technical support, resolving critical issues and minimizing downtime for diverse clients.

Performed access control functions, including resetting passwords and unlocking accounts in Active Directory, maintaining user access and system integrity.

CenterPoint Energy

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CAD Drafter / Project Manager

Houston, TX, US

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Summary

Prepared civil engineering drawings and managed project documentation for energy infrastructure projects, coordinating timelines across diverse teams.

Highlights

Prepared comprehensive civil engineering drawings and technical documentation for energy infrastructure projects, ensuring precision and adherence to industry standards.

Managed project documentation and coordinated timelines across engineering and field teams, optimizing workflow and delivery schedules for critical infrastructure.

United Accounting Solutions

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Tax Preparer / Assistant Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

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Summary

Partnered across functions to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize financial outcomes for individual and small business clients.

Highlights

Partnered across functions to prepare tax returns, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and accuracy for diverse individual and small business clients.

Conducted detailed client interviews and gathered comprehensive documentation, precisely defining project/financial scope for optimal tax strategies.

Applied relevant adjustments, deductions, and credits to optimize client outcomes, enhancing financial benefits while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

EZ Corp

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Pawn Broker

Miami, FL, US

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Summary

Assessed and appraised diverse items, negotiating terms to balance service and profitability while ensuring legal compliance.

Highlights

Assessed and appraised a diverse range of items for transactions, ensuring accurate valuation while maintaining strict legal and regulatory compliance.

Facilitated agreements and negotiated terms to balance service and profitability, analogous to vendor/subcontractor negotiations, enhancing deal outcomes.

The Vault House & Erli Technologies

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Executive Assistant / Security / IT Contact

Miami, FL, US

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Summary

Streamlined administrative processes, managed IT and security inquiries, and supported leadership team operations for a new office setup.

Highlights

Streamlined incoming request handling processes, directing IT and security inquiries to achieve timely issue resolution and improve operational efficiency.

Developed and implemented organizational systems for a new office setup, enhancing administrative efficiency while adhering to document handling security protocols.

Facilitated weekly leadership team meetings, prepared agendas, documented minutes, and tracked action items to ensure strategic initiatives progressed effectively.

University of Miami

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Equipment Manager, Club Ice

Miami, FL, US

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Summary

Managed equipment and supply inventories for a university club, ensuring accurate distribution and operational support for practices and competitions.

Highlights

Managed equipment and supply inventories, ensuring accurate distribution and retrieval for practices and games, comparable to job-site tool and materials tracking.

Provided operational leadership support during away matches, including on-site setup for practices and competitions, ensuring seamless event execution.

Collaborated with the department equipment manager to forecast and budget equipment orders, enhancing team preparedness and strategic resource allocation.

SW1FT LLC

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ATM Technician

Edgewater, FL, US

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Summary

Fulfilled a contract position on a consistent field schedule, maintaining adequate supplies and resolving equipment issues on-site.

Highlights

Fulfilled a contract position on a consistent field schedule, ensuring adequate supplies and maintaining accurate balances for ATM operations.

Diagnosed and resolved equipment issues on-site, adapting to new systems and methodologies effectively to minimize downtime.

Coordinated with dispatchers, warehouses, and customers to secure deliveries, similar to job-site material coordination, optimizing logistical flow.

XYZ Electronics

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Founder / Chief Executive Officer

Miami, FL, US

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Summary

Led a technology venture, overseeing negotiations, inventory management, and market research to drive competitive positioning and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Negotiated with manufacturers throughout the United States and Mexico, securing favorable pricing and improving competitive positioning within the market.

Managed comprehensive inventory, vendor relationships, and payment processing, supporting operational efficiency and reducing costs.

Conducted market research to identify emerging opportunities and guide strategic business decisions, contributing to product development and market expansion.

Education

South Florida Institute of Technology

Miami, FL, United States of America
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Program Plumbing Journeyman Program

St. Thomas University

Miami, FL, United States of America
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Master of Science (MS) Sports Administration

University of Miami

Miami, FL, United States of America
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Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) Communications

Vincennes University

Vincennes, IN, United States of America
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Associate of Science (AS) Biology

Languages

English

Skills

Project Management

Project Planning & Scheduling, Budget Management, Regulatory Compliance, Field Operations Support, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Communication, Change Management.

Technical Drafting & Design

Blueprint & CAD Reading, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Civil Engineering Drafting.

Operations & Logistics

Vendor & Contractor Negotiation, Inventory & Logistics, Field Operations Support.

Systems & IT Support

Systems Administration, Access Control, Microsoft Windows, Linux Server, Windows Server, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, MS Active Directory, RAID Server.