Tylor Collins EEEGUY18 ( updated on 25.08.09 )



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Tyler Collins, E.I.T

1805 Ionic Dr.  ¿  Lafayette, CO  80026  ¿  (303)358-7771  ¿  Tyler.Collins@colorado.edu

 
 
 
Structural Engineer / Civil Engineer / Architectural Engineer /  Estimating / Project Construction Management  

    Structural engineer experienced in business development, project management, residential, commercial, and resort technical / structural design & analysis. Broad based responsibilities in structural and Civil engineering with experience in procurement, and construction (EPC); and architectural and engineering (A&E) and engineering and construction (E&C) activities.  Comprehensive knowledge of design standards and codes.  Demonstrated ability to build long-term client relationships and determine cost effective solutions to design, process, or regulatory issues. 

 
OBJECTIVE To obtain a long term Structural Engineering position utilizing my combined background in Structural, Construction, and Project Management with a company that will allow me to apply and enhance my skills in becoming a Professional Engineer.  
WORK EXPERIENCE Yampa Valley Engineering, Inc., Steamboat Springs, Colorado 2008

Structural Engineer / Project Manager

  • Independently designed various residential, commercial, and resort structures utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, pretension concrete, pre-cast pre-stressed concrete, steel, composite,  masonry, and wood.
  • Organized construction documents and preformed structural schematic design, framing layouts, calculations, detailing, slab-on-grade design specifications, and analysis of new and existing structures.
  • Implement project proposal, structural computations, material quantify execution, design management, estimates, surveyed, and troubleshot design changes with coordination between both architects and owners
  • Analyzed document findings and data on various projects including retaining walls, bulkheads, parking garages, building modifications, and renovations.
  • Actively oversaw design process to ensure that requirements, constraints and desires were clearly understood and met. Coordinate preparation and review of design details, plans, drawings and documentation within assigned task areas.
  • Organized, scheduled and reviewed submittals of project.
  • Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects and was responsible for productivity and collaboration with team members for execution within time and budget constraints.
 
EDUCATION University of Colorado, Boulder 2008

B.S. Architectural Engineering

  • Engineer In Training (E.I.T)
  • Relevant Courses: Geotechnical Energy I & II, Thermodynamics, Soil Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer, Electrical Circuits & Systems, Cost Engineering, Illumination,  Engineering Contracts, Construction Planning/Scheduling, Steel Design, Masonry Design, Concrete Design, Foundation Engineering, Senior Design, AREN Design
 
ENGINEERING PROJECTS 
History Museum: Worked closely with a  team to design all major emphasis of the building.
      Steel Building: Designed structural steel beams, columns, moment frames, and connections for a four story steel structure.
      Concrete Building: Completed the structural design and analysis of a three story reinforced concrete building.
 
   
 
TECHNICAL SKILLS 
  • AutoDesk / AutoCAD / Building Simulation Modeling 2009
  • I-Level, MATHCAD
  • TJ-Beam, Gravity & Lateral Analysis, graphical interface, Stress Analysis
  • Primavera, familiar with current design codes, criteria,  methodologies
  • STAAD-Pro, RAM, ADAPT-PT, Enercalc, PCA-Mats and PCA-Column
  • Microsoft Office, Outlook , Power Point Presentations, Excel, Complex Spreadsheet
  • Engineering Management, Equipment Design and Selection, Inspections Testing, Troubleshooting, Problem Resolution, Procedures and Specifications, Cost Reduction Strategies, condition assessment, forensic engineering, investigation, evaluation.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE Scenic Landscapes, Westminster, Colorado 2005-2009

Forman / Project Manager

  • Managed, mentored, trained, and directed operational activities of a team by scheduling the utilization of the companies resources, including people, equipment, and projects
  • Forming and placement of concrete to install various types of stone for patios and walkways
  • The amendment of various soils for the installations of bluegrass, perennials, annuals, and various types of trees
  • Excavation and installation of irrigation systems to serve residential lots
  • Mentoring and leading group Multi-family residence snow removal 

Big Twin Automotive, Burlington, Colorado  2003-2004

Auto Parts Salesman

  • Handled purchase orders and deliveries to large clients
  • Over the counter parts sales
  • Stocking and inventory duties

 
Richardson Construction, LLC., Burlington, Colorado 2002-2003

Carpenter/Concrete Laborer

Projects consisted of a church and governmental office building

  • Forming and placement of concrete for both foundation and sidewalk uses
  • Installation of flooring, wall, and roofing systems according to construction drawings