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Hire Dr. Edisson L.

Dominican Republic

USD 20 /hr

Structural Engineer | Expert in Design, BOQ, Cost Estimation & Seismic Analysis for Residential & Public Projects

Profile Summary

I am a civil and structural engineer with over a decade of cross-border experience in infrastructure development, structural design, and technical consulting for public and private sector projects. I work with research teams, engineering firms, NGOs, and real estate developers to provide expert support on projects requiring detailed structural analysis, seismic vulnerability assessments, cost estimation (BOQ), and feasibility studies.

My expertise lies in delivering data-driven, code-compliant solutions to complex engineering problems, backed by a strong foundation in structural safety and cost control. I’ve led and contributed to engineering research and field implementation in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the United States, giving me a deep understanding of regional construction challenges and regulatory environments.

🔬 Research Interests & Ongoing Projects
Seismic Performance of Educational Infrastructure in the Caribbean
Assessing vulnerability and retrofitting strategies for school buildings in high-risk zones.

Cost Optimization in Low-Income Urban Housing Projects
Developing models for durable and affordable residential construction in tropical environments.

Comparative Studies in Structural Retrofitting Techniques
Evaluating the cost-effectiveness and technical efficiency of reinforcement methods for aging buildings.

🛠️ Specialized Services on Kolabtree
Structural design and safety validation (residential, commercial, and public buildings)

Seismic, wind, and load calculations with professional reporting

BOQ preparation and construction cost estimation

Retrofitting strategy development for existing structures

Technical report writing, peer review, and document validation

Support for grant proposals and feasibility studies

Mentorship or academic support for students and researchers in civil engineering

🎓 Education & Tools
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Training in Seismic Engineering, Construction Management, and Structural Modeling

Proficient with: AutoCAD, SAP2000, ETABS, Revit, Excel-based estimation tools

🌟 Why Work With Me on Kolabtree
You’ll benefit from my ability to combine field experience, academic research, and technical reporting to support your project goals—whether it’s publishing a study, validating a design, or conducting a feasibility analysis. I pride myself on delivering work that is precise, timely, and aligned with international codes and standards.

Subject Matter Expertise

Services

Writing
Research
Consulting
Data & AI
Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Translation

Research Technology Scouting, Scientific and Technical Research

Consulting Operations Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Statistical Analysis

Product Development Deformulation, Product Evaluation, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC), Concept Development, Product Launch Support, Packaging Design, Reverse Engineering

Work Experience

Senior Structural Engineering Consultant & Advisor

Clarity.fm

May 2025 - Present

Senior Structural Engineering Consultant & Advisor

Clarity.fm

May 2025 - Present

Project Engineer / Technical infrastructure Advisor

COX CALVIN & VIOLET COX LLC

April 2025 - Present

Project Engineer / Technical infrastructure Advisor (Remote Position)

COX CALVIN & VIOLET COX LLC

April 2025 - Present

Projects Director - International Project (Remote Position)

SELFTECH SERVICES LLC

June 2023 - Present

Project Director, Structural Engineer

Selftech Service LLC

June 2023 - Present

Structural Engineer / Contractor Consultant

Grupo Madinfra SRL

May 2023 - Present

Project Director, Structural Engineer

GRUPO MADINFRAS SRL

May 2023 - Present

Project Director/Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Groupe Edisson Construction LLC

October 2022 - Present

Project Diretor - CEO

Global Laforest Contractor SRL

December 2021 - Present

Project Dorector, Structural Engineer

Global Laforest Contractor & Service SRL

November 2021 - Present

General Telecom Contractoc Consultang

Digicel

September 2012 - Present

Project Director / Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Groupe Edisson Construction

July 2008 - Present

Structural engineer/Bridge Structural Analysis and Design on SAP2000

Private Client - Remote Structural

July 2025 - August 2025

Engineer Supervisor, Structural Engineer

Urban Constructora SRL

September 2024 - April 2025

Structural Engineer / Construction Supervision

Urban Constructora SRL

September 2024 - April 2025

CEO - Tecnical Director

Groupe Edisson Construction

January 2025 - January 2025

Project Manager Consultant

Ramon Morla Constructora SRL

July 2023 - August 2024

Projectect Coordinator / Construction Project Manager

Ramón Morla Constructora SRL

July 2023 - August 2024

Structurl Engineer - Consultant

Délégation Union Européenne (European Union Delegation)

August 2015 - September 2022

General Contractor - Consultant

United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

November 2016 - December 2021

General Contractor

UNDP

November 2015 - September 2021

Projects Director - General Contractor

US Embassy

August 2018 - July 2021

Consultant Contractor/Project Director

Delegation of the European Union Haiti

November 2016 - June 2021

Project Director - General Contractor

Unité de Gesion de Project (UGP)/Gov

July 2019 - February 2020

Country Infrastructure Advisor Manager

Plan International

May 2012 - June 2016

Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Plan International

April 2012 - June 2016

Senior Infrastructure Consultant

USAID

February 2015 - December 2015

Consultant Senior in sanitation Infrastructure

USAID

February 2015 - December 2015

General Construction Contractor

CSC/Canada Embassy

May 2013 - July 2013

SEnior Engineer, Project Coordinator

United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR NGO)

April 2011 - April 2012

Senior Engineer, Project Coordinator

United Methodist Committee on Relief

April 2011 - April 2012

Senior Engineer

Habitat For Humanity International

October 2011 - December 2011

Board of Directors - Member, Mathématic & Physic Teacher

Mixte Pierre Larousse College

September 2002 - December 2011

Site Engineer

Digicel

April 2010 - May 2011

Site Engineer and Camp Manager

International Organization for Migration (IOM)

January 2010 - September 2010

Project Engineer Manager

Ministry of Interior

August 2007 - December 2007

Education

Certificate Construction, Maintenance & Rehabilitation of Road

Colegio Ingenieros del Peru / Ghamec Ingenieros

June 2024 - July 2025

Structural Engineering & Construction Site Safety

Alison Institute

May 2022 - May 2023

Robot Structural Analysis

O'Labs Institute

October 2020 - October 2021

Diploma Carpentry Sturdy

Alison Institute

September 2020 - September 2021

Project Management

International Business Management Institute

February 2021 - August 2021

Diplomado en Topografia

EDUTIN ACADEMIA

December 2020 - May 2021

Seismic Earthquake Engineer

State University of New York College at Buffalo - United States

February 2010 - December 2010

Civil Engineer (Science of Engineer)

G.O.C University

September 2003 - December 2008

Civil Engineer

GOC Université

September 2003 - December 2008

Human Ressources Management

Pacific International University

September 2007 - September 2008

Certifications

Análisis Estructural DE Cerchas planas con Python

Colegio de Ingeniero de Venezuela / SEPROINCA

March 2025 - Present
Analys, Diseno, Calculo de Estructuras

Escuela abierta de DEsarollo en Ingenieria y Construccion

June 2023 - Present
Civil Engineer

College National des Ingénieur et Architecte Haitien

October 2014 - Present

Publications

BOOK

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Structural Engineer | Expert in Design, BOQ, Cost Estimation & Seismic Analysis for Residential & Public Projects

Senior Structural Engineering Consultant & Advisor

Clarity.fm

Senior Structural Engineering Consultant & Advisor

Clarity.fm

Project Engineer / Technical infrastructure Advisor

COX CALVIN & VIOLET COX LLC

Project Engineer / Technical infrastructure Advisor (Remote Position)

COX CALVIN & VIOLET COX LLC

Projects Director - International Project (Remote Position)

SELFTECH SERVICES LLC

Project Director, Structural Engineer

Selftech Service LLC

Structural Engineer / Contractor Consultant

Grupo Madinfra SRL

Project Director, Structural Engineer

GRUPO MADINFRAS SRL

Project Director/Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Groupe Edisson Construction LLC

Project Diretor - CEO

Global Laforest Contractor SRL

Project Dorector, Structural Engineer

Global Laforest Contractor & Service SRL

General Telecom Contractoc Consultang

Digicel

Project Director / Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Groupe Edisson Construction

Structural engineer/Bridge Structural Analysis and Design on SAP2000

Private Client - Remote Structural

Engineer Supervisor, Structural Engineer

Urban Constructora SRL

Structural Engineer / Construction Supervision

Urban Constructora SRL

CEO - Tecnical Director

Groupe Edisson Construction

Project Manager Consultant

Ramon Morla Constructora SRL

Projectect Coordinator / Construction Project Manager

Ramón Morla Constructora SRL

Structurl Engineer - Consultant

Délégation Union Européenne (European Union Delegation)

General Contractor - Consultant

United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

General Contractor

UNDP

Projects Director - General Contractor

US Embassy

Consultant Contractor/Project Director

Delegation of the European Union Haiti

Project Director - General Contractor

Unité de Gesion de Project (UGP)/Gov

Country Infrastructure Advisor Manager

Plan International

Technical Infrastructure Advisor

Plan International

Senior Infrastructure Consultant

USAID

Consultant Senior in sanitation Infrastructure

USAID

General Construction Contractor

CSC/Canada Embassy

SEnior Engineer, Project Coordinator

United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR NGO)

Senior Engineer, Project Coordinator

United Methodist Committee on Relief

Senior Engineer

Habitat For Humanity International

Board of Directors - Member, Mathématic & Physic Teacher

Mixte Pierre Larousse College

Site Engineer

Digicel

Site Engineer and Camp Manager

International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Project Engineer Manager

Ministry of Interior

Certificate Construction, Maintenance & Rehabilitation of Road

Colegio Ingenieros del Peru / Ghamec Ingenieros

Structural Engineering & Construction Site Safety

Alison Institute