Miguel Almarante

Lead site-level owner's engineering oversight of construction execution, contractor performance, quality, HSE, documentation, and commissioning readiness for a 480 MW CCGT power plant. Monitor EPC contractor compliance and coordinate interfaces among stakeholders.

Managed construction oversight for a 128 MW combined-cycle power project, coordinating field execution, quality performance, contractor compliance, and progress reporting. Facilitated coordination between contractors and project management to resolve interfaces.

Developed and executed commercial strategies to expand market presence across Central and South America and the Caribbean. Led key account management, negotiations, and performance monitoring to support business growth.

Led multidisciplinary construction oversight for a major mining expansion project, coordinating field execution, contractor performance, safety, quality, and schedule follow-up. Monitored compliance and supported resolution of field constraints.

Executed and supported mechanical commissioning for two power units, including equipment testing, punch-list review, and mechanical completion verification. Developed procedures for motor start-up, valve checks, and oil lube system cleaning.

Led QA/QC surveillance and pre-commissioning support for material handling, piping, tanks, and associated plant systems. Conducted daily quality inspections of piping fabrication and installation.

Managed piping and construction activities in major process plant areas, including work planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and field supervision. Oversaw manpower and equipment while enforcing safety standards.

Supported construction and commissioning execution for a power generation facility, coordinating work planning, field resources, and readiness activities. Promoted adherence to HSE requirements and construction standards.

Planned and performed final system walkdowns, equipment inspections, punch-list recording, and documentation verification before handover to the client. Supported quality and completion documentation requirements.

Supervised piping construction, work planning, resource allocation, and HSE compliance across major project execution areas.

Developed, implemented, and optimized preventive and predictive maintenance programs for plant equipment. Planned maintenance activities, evaluated costs, and mentored maintenance personnel.

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Engineering Management at Tecnológico de Monterrey, expected to complete in the future.

Pursued a Master of Science in Construction Management at the University of Texas at El Paso from 2024 to 2025.

Completed a Contract Management Diploma at UCLA in 2025.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago from 2004 to 2007.

Completed a Piping Design Certificate at the University of Houston.

Completed an HVAC Design Certificate at Instituto de Tecnociencias.

Completed a Certificate in Engineering, Calculation, and Design of Piping at Instituto de Tecnociencias.