Rubén Nelson Acevedo

I consider myself someone with solid experience coordinating construction projects across the healthcare, commercial, and residential sectors, built through my work on projects in both Mexico and Canada.

I keep track of where every RFI, submittal, and change order sits, and I flag schedule slippage before it turns into a delay.

I'm used to working within set schedules and tight budgets, staying attentive to client needs without losing sight of the interests of the companies I've worked for.

I'm organized, comfortable working independently while staying open to the right guidance, and I enjoy managing and leading multidisciplinary teams, keeping the workflow moving smoothly across everyone involved.

I'm hardworking and committed to my goals. Dealing with the unexpected and resolving it before it affects deadlines or budgets is a routine part of how I work.

I've worked across very different regulatory and operational environments, from government-run public healthcare projects in Mexico to residential and commercial construction in Nova Scotia, and I adapt quickly to each one's pace and requirements.

Project Coordinator at Sealand Building Group (2026-03 – 2026-07)

• Identified design conflicts before construction, reducing procurement delays.
• Verified subcontractor and supplier quotations against construction drawings for structural steel, rebar, insulated metal panel (IMP) systems and evaluating competitive bids for accuracy and cost.
• Managed procurement logs and purchase orders using Jonas construction management software, coordinating deliveries in line with project schedules.
• Reviewed door and hardware submittals against project specifications, identifying and resolving field conflicts before installation.
• Prepared and tracked RFIs, meeting notes, and action items with structural steel, rebar, concrete, etc. Maintaining clear documentation and follow-up through resolution.
• Communicated directly with suppliers and subcontractors to source accurate quotations and resolve procurement discrepancies.

Operation/Project Coordinator – Residential Construction at Fossil Farms (2025-03 – 2026-03)

• Coordinated daily site operations, workforce activities and trade sequencing for the construction of multiple residential buildings, leading crews of up to 30 workers.
• Prepared material takeoffs and quantity surveys for concrete, framing lumber, insulation, drywall, and interior finishes to support accurate procurement and minimize waste.
• Developed cost comparison matrices in Excel across multiple supplier quotations to support procurement decisions and maintain strict budget control.
• Managed procurement activities end-to-end: sourcing suppliers, preparing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries in line with schedule.
• Tracked project expenditures and cost performance, maintaining budget status and cost-to-complete visibility for ownership.
• Produced framing layouts and wall assembly drawings in AutoCAD to guide site crews on stud placement and framing efficiency.
• Developed and maintained Gantt-based project schedules to coordinate subcontractor activity and trade sequencing across project phases.

Regional Operations & Construction Manager at D-Marc Specialized Construction (2021-10 – 2025-01)

• Built and led the company's regional construction operation from the ground up, assuming full responsibility for project delivery, staffing, procurement, client relationships and financial performance across the western State of Mexico.
• Prepared and personally presented competitive tender submissions and pricing proposals to government client leadership; built detailed cost estimates and unit-price sheets for budget authorization.
• Directed phased renovation of 48 operating rooms across multiple active hospitals while adjacent surgical suites remained fully operational, sequencing work in isolated zones to keep facilities running throughout construction.
• Directed on-site construction of concrete foundations, columns, and steel-frame structures for new outdoor covered areas at geriatric care wards, specifying rebar layout and stirrup spacing to crews based on hands-on construction experience, and coordinating steel member sizing with the structural trade to finalize execution.
• Served as primary liaison with hospital directors, administrators and medical staff, coordinating area releases, technical approvals and maintenance department requirements across all active projects.
• Directly hired and managed office staff, site crews, and specialized subcontractors (carpenters, electricians, masons, plumbers); grew the branch from 2 office staff to a 12-person office team and 80+ site workers.
• Extended project portfolio to 12 additional family medicine clinics in the final year, delivering flooring, roofing and waterproofing renovations across the region.
• Diversified client base beyond government contracts to include private commercial clients such as Casino Foliatti and Codere.
• Reviewed construction drawings and specifications across simultaneous multi-site renovation projects to verify scope and coordinate drawing updates across project teams.
• Grew branch annual revenue from approximately $2.5M MXN (2021) to $57.5M MXN (2024), while maintaining strong project margins throughout.
• Managed procurement activities exceeding approximately MXN $10 million per month, coordinating purchasing, supplier negotiations and material distribution across multiple active construction sites.

Quality Supervisor at OHL México (2018-03 – 2021-06)

Mexico–Toluca Interurban Train Project

• Coordinated quality documentation and traceability for structural elements including steel, concrete, and formwork.
• Ensured alignment between construction activities, laboratory testing, and documentation required for government payment milestones.

Bachelor of Civil Engineering in Civil Engineering – Autonomous University of the State of Mexico (2018)

Coursework in Project Management – Udemy