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Andres Fernando Castro Gonzalez

@andresfdo25

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Project Manager Professional PMP®, Portfolio Management, PMOs and Strategic Planning

Colombia

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in the IT industry where I can apply my project management skills and knowledge to drive success and growth.

Project Manager Professional and civil engineer with over 8 years of experience in the field with a PMP certification granted by the Project Management Institute. Over the time, I have acquired a wide range of skills and knowledge that have allowed me to successfully lead projects of various sizes and in different contexts.

My experience includes the management of construction, manufacturing, and service projects, both in the public and private sector. In the public sector, I have held the position of planning director in 5 municipalities in Colombia, where I formulated and executed government programs and projects for more than 2000 million COP annually.

Recently, I worked in architectural facades projects with curtain wall and window wall systems in the US, each worth more than 3 million dollars, for the leading manufacturing company in Latin America. In my experience applying agile approaches to project management, I have demonstrated my ability to promote good project management practices and encourage innovation. In addition, thanks to my experience, I have learned to be flexible and adaptable to changes that arise during the project development process. I have developed skills for working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and have improved my communication and leadership abilities. These skills, along with my commitment to quality, have allowed me to contribute to the success of my projects and satisfaction of my clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Assistant PM/Project Estimator

Vetro - A Division of the Roschmann Group

Mar 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 10 months)

As an Assistant Project Manager and Project Estimator, I ensured accurate budgets and competitive proposals while managing project scope and logistics for multiple concurrent projects. Key accomplishments include developing standardized templates for scheduling and cost estimation, enhancing bid accuracy, and overseeing on-site logistics.

Cost Estimation Risk Assessment Scheduling Project Management

Project Manager

ESWindows

Jan 2021 - Feb 2023 (2 years 1 month)

Led complex curtain wall and window wall projects from initiation to completion, optimizing construction processes and stakeholder collaboration. Achieved the highest profitability of the year on my first project while implementing innovative risk management strategies.

Project Management Stakeholder Management Risk Management Contract Management Team Leadership Budget Management Construction Quality Assurance Scheduling

Municipal Planning and Infrastructure Director

Municipality of Gámbita

Jan 2020 - Apr 2020 (3 months)

Formulated and executed municipal projects exceeding COP 3 billion across various sectors, including road maintenance and public spaces. Oversaw procurement processes and coordinated with multiple subcontractors to ensure compliance with local regulations.

Procurement Compliance Infrastructure Development Budget Management Technical Support

Professional Support Engineer

Institute of Youth, Sports and Recreation of Bucaramanga - I

Sep 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Provided technical support for public investment projects focused on improving sports facilities. Managed day-to-day construction activities and coordinated subcontractors to ensure quality execution and compliance with budget estimates.

Technical Support Project Management Budgeting Project Coordination Quality Assurance Performance Monitoring Investment Procurement

Project Manager

Color Urbano Foundation

Jun 2016 - Jun 2017 (1 year)

Led projects aimed at improving urban environments and public spaces. Developed schedules and budgets that were integral to securing funding and community support, significantly enhancing local neighborhoods.

Project Management Community Engagement Budgeting Strategic Planning Proposal Development Team Collaboration Social Impact

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Salamanca University

Associate's degree, Project Management

2014 - 2015

Completed an Associate's degree in Project Management Specialist, focusing on advanced project management techniques and methodologies.

Pontificia Bolivariana University

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

2008 - 2013

Earned a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, gaining comprehensive knowledge in engineering principles, project design, and construction management.