Mark Anthony Dela Cruz, Landscaping Engineer cum Business Development (Bidding) Executive

Mark Anthony Dela Cruz

Landscaping Engineer cum Business Development (Bidding) Executive

EJADAH ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP – IDAMA FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

Location
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Education
Bachelor's degree, BS Agricultural Engineering
Experience
9 years, 7 Months

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Total years of experience :9 years, 7 Months

Landscaping Engineer cum Business Development (Bidding) Executive at EJADAH ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP – IDAMA FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • July 2016 to April 2020

-Reviewed and interpreted tender requirements for various government and private clients

-Prepared tender proposals for potential clients related to Hard FM, Soft FM Services; and Security Services

-Regularly monitored tender portals for various government and private clients

-Coordinated with operations, procurement, finance and other relevant departments to deliver a competitive tender proposal

-Uploaded opportunities in SalesForce Software, updated costing and monitored status of on-going and submitted tenders

-Ensured that approved PPM is implemented in assigned projects including ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Media & Abu Dhabi Global Market

-Ensured proper upkeep of vegetation including indoor plants, lawn, palms, trees, shrubs, groundcovers, seasonal flowers, grasses, etc

-Ensured that tests and inspections are performed, witnessed, and documented in accordance with approved procedures

-Monitored performance of subcontractors

-Prepared detailed construction & as-built plan using AutoCAD

-Managed multiple landscaping projects and work in a team environment

-Developed method statement, risk assessment, etc for landscaping works

-Prepared snag lists for project prior to taking over, facilitates rectification & inspection

-Conducted toolbox talks and ensured compliance with HSE requirements

-Attended negotiation and progress meetings with client regarding all aspects of the project including mobilization, project implementation, invoicing, etc

Agricultural Engineer cum Quantity Surveyor at TORNADO TOTAL LANDSCAPE
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • March 2015 to June 2016

-Assigned as Technical Engineer in ADNOC for landscape and irrigation operation and maintenance of 10 ADNOC sites (more than 100 gardeners)

-Performed field engineering assignments involving all technical aspects of a construction project

-Ensured that landscape PPM & construction works are in compliance with plans, specifications and industry standards

-Ensured execution of service requests received from ADNOC Helpdesk regarding landscaping operation and maintenance

-Ensured that personnel engage in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedures and industry standards

-Monitored material procurement and deliveries to ensure timeliness in support of activities

-Prepared monthly invoice for the project

-Performed quantity takeoff to verify quantity of materials for projects

-Prepared BOQ based on project drawings & specifications

-Prepared method statements and other technical submittals

-Prepared reports and project presentations for the project

-Prepared tender proposals for landscaping projects

-Liaised with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations

Engineer II (Agricultural) at Department of Agriculture- Bureau of Soils and Water Management
  • Philippines
  • January 2012 to January 2015

- Focal person for US-PL480 and Japan funded projects for Automated Weather Stations (AWS) & Small Scale Irrigation Projects (SSIP)

- Headed nationwide site validation, construction, maintenance & troubleshooting of AWS & SSIP

- Reviewed & approved SSIP proposals of municipalities including engineering drawings, method statements, etc

- Acted as resource person for trainings & seminars about sustainable agriculture, climate change, integrated crop management, etc

AutoCAD Instructor at Informatics Institute
  • Philippines
  • February 2012 to March 2014

• Rendered lectures to AutoCAD 2D and 3D students (Part time)

• Developed students’ attention to detail

• Provided guidance to students during hands-on exercises

• Evaluated students’ performance as basis of certificate issuance

Rice Specialist -Rice Sufficiency Officer at Department of Agriculture- Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice)
  • Philippines
  • December 2010 to December 2011

• Served as project coordinator under the “Location-Specific Technology Development Program”

• Increased the yield of rice farmers through close monitoring and competitive agricultural extension works

• Provided solutions for problems encountered by farmers at field level

• Conducted on-farm technology development and demonstrations to develop and package location-specific crop management technologies

Intern at Wack Wack Golf and Country Club
  • Philippines
  • April 2009 to June 2009

• Conducted field topographic survey in the area

• Documented the operation and maintenance of the irrigation facility of the golf course

• Evaluated the drainage system of the golf course

Education

Bachelor's degree, BS Agricultural Engineering
  • at University of the Philippines Los Baños
  • May 2010

Specialties & Skills

Landscaping
Tenders
Irrigation
Agriculture
AutoCAD
Irrigation Design
AutoCAD
Landscaping
Tendering
Organic Farming

Languages

Tagalog
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

Philippine Society of Agricultural Engineers
  • Active Member
  • September 2010
The League of Agricultural Engineering Students
  • Assistant Head, Education Committee
  • December 2006
University of the Philippines Alumni Association
  • Active member
  • May 2010

Training and Certifications

Seminar on Organic Farming (Training)
Training Institute:
Office of the Municipal Agriculturist- Infanta, Quezon
Date Attended:
May 2011
Duration:
8 hours
Training on Troubleshooting of Automated Weather Station (Training)
Training Institute:
Department of Science and Technology- Advanced Science and Technology Institute
Duration:
8 hours
Rice Specialists’ Training Course, 3rd Honorable Mention (Training)
Training Institute:
Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice)- Central Experiment Station
Date Attended:
December 2010
Duration:
1056 hours
Training of Trainers on Climate Field School (as RESOURCE PERSON in 12 batches) (Training)
Training Institute:
Bureau of Soils and Water Management
Date Attended:
April 2013
Training on Dam Design and Project Cost Estimation (Training)
Training Institute:
Bureau of Soils and Water Management
Date Attended:
October 2012
Duration:
48 hours
Training on Crop Simulation Modeling and Application in Land Resource Management: DSSAT v4.5 (Training)
Training Institute:
Bureau of Soils and Water Management
Date Attended:
March 2014
Duration:
32 hours

Hobbies

  • Studying
    Third placer in 2010 National Agricultural Engineer Board Examinations