Lorica Mary Cabusora

I aim to leverage my background in preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and property management software to ensure seamless office administration and facility upkeep. I am committed to optimizing operational efficiency and providing high-quality support to team members and tenants alike, while continuously adapting to the evolving needs of the organization.

Project Development Officer II at Department of Public Works and Highways (2022-04 – Present)

• Monitor the deployment and proper utilization of heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozers, backhoes, graders, dump trucks).
• Maintain accurate inventory and tracking of equipment across project sites.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and coordinate or supervise necessary repairs.
• Conduct routine inspections to assess equipment condition and compliance with standards.
• Evaluate requests for new equipment or replacements based on usage data and site requirements.
• Assist in the technical review of equipment specifications for procurement.
• Prepare reports, maintenance logs, fuel consumption, and equipment performance summaries.
• Work closely with project engineers to ensure equipment needs are met for roadworks, flood control, and maintenance operations.
• Provide technical advice on equipment selection, load limits, and site suitability.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during land and water-based operations.
• Evaluate areas and current conditions before starting operations.
• Supervise support staff and boat crew onboard dredging vessels.
• Ensure proper communication and coordination between the team and onshore units.

Building Engineer at First Oceanic Property Management (2018-10 – 2022-04)

• Ensure the smooth operation of all building systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns or downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues related to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.
• Monitor system performance, energy usage, and water consumption.
• Maintain accurate logs of inspections, test results, and equipment performance.
• Oversee building renovations, upgrades, or fit-out projects.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors for major repairs or specialized services.
• Review plans, specifications, and work orders for alignment with building standards.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Update asset records, service histories, and schedules.
• Implement safety measures in line with local building codes, fire safety laws, and DOLE standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in emergency response drills.
• Ensure safety of occupants and maintenance team while conducting repairs or inspections.
• Respond to tenant complaints or requests related to building facilities.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through timely resolution of issues.
• Budgeting and procurement of tools, parts, and materials.
• Processing of Insurance with regards to incident at the building.

Building Engineer at Manhattan Building Management Corporation (2017-03 – 2017-09)

Quality Control/Quality Assurance Engineer at AMD Construction (2017-09 – 2018-10)

• Conduct on-site inspections of plumbing installations (water supply, drainage, vent systems) to ensure compliance with approved drawings, codes, and specifications.
• Perform and document various tests.
• Prepare and maintain quality control documents.
• Ensure all documents are submitted and approved as per project timelines.
• Identify deviations from project specifications or standards during inspections.
• Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and coordinate corrective/preventive actions with relevant teams.
• Review plumbing shop drawings and ensure they align with project requirements.
• Compare installed works with drawings and prepare As-Built plans.
• Verify that all field changes are documented and approved.
• Coordinate closely with site engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and consultants for inspections, quality concerns, and RFI closures.
• Attend technical and quality coordination meetings as required.
• Assist in final system commissioning and witness testing procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation is submitted for turnover (O&M manuals, final test reports, warranties, etc.).
• Develop quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses, identifying critical control points and preventive measures, establishing critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions and verification procedures, monitoring inventories.
• Coordinate with other trades to detect design problems at an early stage and ensure compliance with approved materials and design.

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering – University of the East (2011 – 2016)