Elias Galvan

About Elias Galvan

Civil Engineering Designer and Researcher | Licensed PE (FL & NY)| Specialized in BIM Management for Infrastructure | Driven by Sustainable and Resilient DesignMultidisciplinary engineer with over a decade of experience delivering infrastructure projects across roadway, water/wastewater systems, site development, and building design. Specialized in Integrated Digital Delivery, BIM for Civil and GIS applications, and sustainability-focused solutions. Proven track record in guiding complex projects through their entire lifecycle, collaborating with stakeholders across jurisdictions and disciplines.Educational background includes a BA in Atmospheric Sciences (UFPel, Brazil), a Master’s and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (UFRGS, Brazil), and a recent Master’s in Global BIM Management for Civil Engineering and GIS (University of Barcelona, Spain).Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida and New York States. Experienced in project management, QA/QC, cost control, and contract compliance. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams, in providing technical training and mentorship, promoting team’s digital literacy aligned with technical expertise. Has developed several initiatives aiming to implementing innovative solutions designed to enhance digital workflows and improve project outcomes.Deeply committed and inspired by implementing climate resilience and sustainability thinking into practice. Active contributor to both academic and industry communities through publications, grant projects, and technical talks.

Experience

1. Lead Consultant, Water Resources Engineering

   WSP

   Jan 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Design lead and coordination of drainage improvement projects Coordination and technical design of NbB solutions Assists to proposals and new business development Lead internal documentation on BIM workflows and best practices on ICM/Civil 3D Modeling Supports project management, quality control, stakeholders engagement, and project tracking across multidisciplinary teams.

Education

• Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

  Doctor of Engineering, Civil Engineering: Construction and Infrastructure

• Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul

  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (pending), Civil Engineering

  2013

• West Virginia University

  Non-degree seeking student, Civil Engineering

  2014 — 2015

• IFSUL - Instituto Federal Sul-rio-grandense

  Technician Degree, Building Construction

  2009 — 2011

• MIT xPRO

  Certicate Program in Designing and Building AI Products and Serivces, Artificial Intelligence

• Senac Brasil

  Certificate Program, Project Management

  2012 — 2013

• Universitat de Barcelona

  Master’s in Global BIM Management In Civil Engineering and GIS, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

• Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

  Master’s Degree, Civil Engineering

  2012 — 2014

• Universidade Federal de Pelotas

  Bachelor’s Degree, Meteorology

  2007 — 2011

• Florida International University - College of Engineering & Computing

  Non-degree seeking graduate student, Civil Engineering

  2017 — 2018

Skills

• Construction Technology
• Building Projects Development
• Gis
• Project Management
• Pmi
• Sustainable Design
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Teaching
• Academic Research
• Autocad
• Sketchup
• Weather Forecasting
• Risk Management
• Data Processing
• Data Management
• Computer Maintenance
• Anxis Fluent
• 3d Modeling
• Programming
• Matlab
• Fortran
• Visual Basic
• Grads
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Access
• Powerpoint
• Scientific Writing
• Wrf
• Computer Graphics Design
• Data Analysis
• English
• Strategic Planning
• Civil Engineering
• Surveying
• Microsoft Word
• Research
• Science
• Management
• Microsoft Project