Lizeth Vanessa Torres Barrera

Resourceful Architect with 3+ years of expertise in organizing construction activities, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, supervising production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in architectural design, blueprint and construction budgets financial management. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Successful at completing projects on-time and under budget without sacrificing quality. Versatile CAD Architect with in-depth knowledge of all stages of CAD design and execution. Careful specialist in commercial and residential building and remodeling.

Work History

Project Manager | 12/2020 to Current 

Constructora Aveto - Colombia 

• Supervision subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
• Manages homebuilding construction through all phases to coordinate delivery of quality homes warranty both company and customer expectations.
• Evaluates subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs.
• Collaborates with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Completes human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
• Visits project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
• Prepares and presents budget estimates for the construction project.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HOUSING | 02/2020 to 11/2020 

Alcaldia Municipal de Ipiales - Colombia 

• Negotiated with landlords and real estate agents to obtain vacant apartments for clients with histories of homelessness, mental illness and substance abuse, occupying apartments by providing direct, hands-on support services.
• Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available project of living places.
• Identified and engaged landlords and agents to provide suitable and affordable units for the housing office's needs.
• Engaged in the construction and design of parks, houses and community facilities to be used by the community at large.
• Consulted public records and contacted previous owners to conduct research on ownership, usage and zoning history.

Construction Resident | 08/2019 to 01/2020 

Constructora Torres Arquitectura - Colombia 

• Scheduled labor, ordered materials and coordinated with other contractors to complete projects.
• Managed subcontractor personnel activity and team resources to meet all project requirements.
• Design blueprints and other project specifications to completely understand all job requirements and determine how many workers would be required onsite.
• Prepares and presents budget estimates for the construction project.
• Delivered vital safety information in preconstruction meetings with contractors and subcontractors and complied with established safety standards during pre- and final inspections of construction projects.
• Performed research on structures and materials.
• Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.

Universidad Catolica de Manizales - Colombia | Bachelor's Degree | WES-certified

Architecture 

Universidad Catolica de Manizales - Colombia | Postgraduate Certificate | WES-certified

Land Project Management and Real Estate Valuation