From start to finish.
As a Senior Civil Engineer in EBMUD’s Construction Division, Javier is involved from start to finish in construction projects – from when project funds are authorized, throughout the project design phase, to administering construction contracts to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the District’s plans and specifications. Javier supervises the staff working directly with contractors, ensuring that projects are constructed as required.
Javier brings more than three decades of experience to the role – including several years with EBMUD’s project management group in the Design Division, and prior to that in the Seismic Improvement Program. “I’m a people person, which is important in construction management because a lot of it comes down to psychology. I try to motivate people to do the right thing and bring out their strengths.”
The Construction Division recently wrapped up work on a major seismic upgrade to the Chabot Dam. “We had a great team that worked very well together, from the design team to the construction management team to the Operations help. The contractor on the job was first class and did a great job on this difficult project. This is what a model construction contract should be like.”
In addition to his work on construction projects that can take years to complete, Javier also plays a critical role in EBMUD’s emergency response. A recent example came in the aftermath of the January 2018 earthquake centered in Berkeley, when Javier supervised damage assessment staff inspecting and reporting the conditions at EBMUD facilities. “Staff responded well and got it done quickly, without a hitch.”
“EBMUD is a great place to work. I like the people here; they’re talented, smart, driven people and they make it worth coming to work every day.”