Leonardo Sestina, Planning Engineer

Leonardo Sestina

Planning Engineer

M.A Al Kharafi Sons

Location
Philippines
Education
Master's degree, MBA-BM
Experience
29 years, 9 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :29 years, 9 Months

Planning Engineer at M.A Al Kharafi Sons
  • Saudi Arabia - Alahsa
  • October 2013 to November 2017

1. Develop Plans & Prepares Time Schedule using Primavera 6 version 15.1 for each Irrigation & Pumping Station Building Covering Zone 1, Zone 2 and Zone 3
2. Cashflow Preparation & Budgeting including S-Curve in cost and Percentage (%)
3. Progress Monitoring & Updating thru site validation on a weekly basis.
4. Work closely with the Site Engineers for work implementation and Resource allocations including quantity usage and Cost associated with the work .
5. Look Ahead Preparation &Cost Progress Monitoring and Evaluation.
6.Weekly work assignment allocation to different Zones for Progress Monitoring and Updating of accomplishment thru drawing preparation.

October 2013 to June 2016

Ministry of Housing - Al Qateef Al Badrani Infastructure Project- Qateef, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

1. Develop Plans & Schedule for Site Implementation using Primavera 6 . Version 8.3

2. Oversee & Monitor entire program of works including Resource allocation, Manpower, Equipment Usage and Budget Allocation.

3. Prepare Weekly and Monthly report including Cash Flow preparations/budgeting, S-Curve preparations in Cost & Weights %, Materials, Manpower, Equipment and Cost allocation.

4. Assist in preparation and updating of Drawing and Material submittals report.

5. Coach and assist Junior Planning Engineer in Progress Measurement and Performance Evaluation using Weights Percentage (%) and Look Ahead Sched. 6. In Charge of Photographic Documentation

7. Develop Schedule for Extension of Time Including Variations & Change Order Plans

8. Work Closely with the Consultant in Progress Evaluation and Report Preparation for the Main Client.

9. Assist Quantity Surveyor in Materials, Quantity & Budget Allocations.

10. Discuss and Interact with Project Manager regarding Site Progress Status ensuring work are prepared and implemented as per target output.

11. Prepares report for discussion with Subordinates involves directly in the Site works.

12. Review Weekly & Monthly Schedule and budgeting thru Look Ahead Preparation and Feedback result to Project Manager for Assessment and preparation for priority workable plans.

Additional Functions :

1. QC work including Site Inspections, Report preparations & Documentations. 2. Assist Site Engineer in Work Implementations & Guidance as per Consultant Request including closure of Site Instruction & NCR’s 3. Safety Documentation & Report Submission 4. Assist in safety preparation plans.

- Recipient of AWARD given by Saudi Arabia Parson Consulting Engineers as - Planning Engineer for its infrastructure Project under Ministry Of Housing, Al Qateef - Al Badrani Project. - 24 December 2015.

02 March - 10 April 2013 ( One month on a business Visa only)


- Iproplan Planners Co. Ltd. Consulting Engineers & Architects -State of Qatar

Responsibility -
1. Review and Evaluate Construction Schedule and progress reports submitted by contractor.
2. Provide guidance in Schedule Preparation & Implementation to ensure work target and budget are properly executed.
3. Assist staff prepares report and correspondence.

Planning Engineer at Al Latifia Trading & Contracting Co.
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • May 2010 to December 2012

1. Develop plans of construction for the project in conjunction with the Planning & Site Manager using primavera programs
2. Plans & Oversees the entire program of work and anticipates project's demand in terms of labor, Materials, equipment and technical challenges
3. Assist in Cash Flow Preparation & other cost related activities, including S-curve preparation
4. Review reports and validate progress on site, prepare and submit reports
5. Review & Analyze Engineering designs, prepare work plans and identify activity sequence for project executions.
6. Review and analyze subcontractors schedule, prepare & submit reports
7. Prepares report for approved Drawing & Material Submittal.
8. Prepares recovery schedule and Extension of time.
9. Assist QS in variations & Technical Changes in drawing ( for
additional work)

Planning Engineer at SHELL Pearl GTL Project
  • France
  • May 2008 to October 2009

May 2008 to October 2009 ( Gas To Liquid- GTL) Project

Position: Planning Engineer SHELL Pearl GTL Project
Astaldi Arabia Ltd / Ras Laffan City
Chicago Bridge & Iron (CB&I) State of Qatar


Scope of Work
- Responsible to carry out the Project Construction Planning
- Analyze and Develop construction activities schedule & S-curve preparation
- Monitors Accomplishment Master Plan & Present in meetings
- Preparation & Submission of Periodic Report
- Work Closely with the QS in material usage & acquisitions.

Construction & Physical Facilities Incharge at Notre Dame Business Resource Center Foundation, Inc
  • Philippines
  • November 1986 to March 2008

Incharge of Construction (from Planning up to implementation)

Supervise the company's finanicial assistance program for business development.

Conduct Business research & Training needs analysis for business and Industry.

Provide training & consultancy in the area of business & management

Project Consultant at Chamber of Commrce & Industry
  • Vietnam
  • March 1994 to October 1995

Project Consultant - ( Commissioned by The Asia Foundation)
Cantho City Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Vietnam 1994 -1995)

- Provide Technical Assistance to Chamber of Commerce & Industry which includes
Organizational Development & Management.
- Strengthened Vietnam Chamber of Commerce & Industry Small & Medium Enterprises

Education

Master's degree, MBA-BM
  • at De La Salle University
  • December 1986
Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering
  • at University Of San Jose-Recoletos (formerly Colegio de san Jose -Recoletos
  • November 1981

1977-1981 Tertiary Education Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering ( BSIE)

Diploma, Marine Engineering
  • at University of Cebu (formerly Cebu Central College)
  • March 1977

Taking up Marine Engineering- have undertaken internship for 6 months on a local shipping industry.

Specialties & Skills

Planning
Business Planning
Construction Management
CONSTRUCTION PLANNING
Financial Management
Business Research
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PRIMAVERA P3 & P6( Planning & Control)
Management Trainor
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Languages

English
Intermediate

Memberships

Coalition for Social & Business Development
  • Chairman for Business sector
  • March 1992

Training and Certifications

Institute of Leadership & Management ( ILM ) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
June 2008
Valid Until:
July 2009