Korina Padilla

About Korina Padilla

What I DoI specialize in Utility investigation to assist Subsurface Utility Engineering projects in Colorado, Virginia, and North Carolina, I help identify, verify, and map underground utilities to support safe, efficient, and successful project development. From processing Quality Level A testhole data to coordinating with field teams to produce accurate, dependable maps that support everything from planning to construction. How I WorkWith a background in civil and survey work, plus hands-on experience in drafting, design, and geospatial data, I bring technical know-how and practical insight to every project. I enjoy tackling challenges, finding creative solutions, and making sure the details are right because when it comes to underground data, accuracy makes all the difference. I thrive in team environments where communication, collaboration, and curiosity drive great results. What I’m Passionate AboutOutside of the technical side of my career, I’m all about giving back and building up others. I proudly serve on the HCC Contractor Academy Board, helping new professionals grow in the construction and engineering industries. I’m also a certified American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor, and I love teaching others the skills that could one day save a life. As a Lifetime Girl Scout and youth leader, I mentor and empower young people to explore and succeed in STEAM fields, with a special focus on technology and engineering. Core Interests & Strengths• 🧭 Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) & Utility Verification• Surveying & Geospatial Data Analysis• CAD Drafting/Design & Testhole Mapping• Youth Mentorship & STEAM Advocacy• Safety Training & Community Engagement What Drives MeI’m driven by curiosity, fueled by purpose, and inspired by the opportunity to make a real-world impact, both underground, through the projects I support, and above it, through the lives and communities I’m proud to serve.

Experience

1. Project Engineer Ii

   JMT

   Aug 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   As a Project Engineer II with JMT’s Subsurface Utility Engineering group, I play a critical role in delivering reliable underground utility data that supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation and infrastructure projects. Based in the Virginia Beach office, I work closely with both the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), providing engineering support and coordination on projects that span across state lines and serve local communities. Our collection of subsurface utility data is analyzed and delivered with precision to reduce design conflicts, avoid construction delays, and improve project outcomes.Key Responsibilities include:• Managing utility investigations, including utility records research, utility designation, and vacuum excavation/test hole projects.• Coordinating with and supporting field crews using advanced equipment to capture accurate utility data.• Preparing, reviewing, and validating deliverables in MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Projectwise; ensuring data is integrated seamlessly into roadway and infrastructure design.• Producing detailed SUE maps, conflict matrices, and utility reports that meet ASCE 38 standards for quality assurance and quality control.• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, utility owners, and DOT stakeholders in both Virginia and North Carolina to resolve conflicts and integrate utility data into planning and design.• Supporting project budgets, schedules, and deliverables while maintaining a strong focus on safety and compliance in all field activities.

Education

• Westwood College-Denver South

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Technical Management

  2004 — 2006

• Westwood College - Denver North

  Associate of Science (AS), Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD

  1999 — 2000

• George Washington High School

  High School Diploma

  1995 — 1999

• Western Governors University

  Master of Science - MS, Management & Leadership

Skills

• Hydrology
• Translation
• Community Outreach
• Surveying
• Youth Work
• Youth Ministry
• Autocad
• Civil Engineering
• Public Speaking
• Youth Mentoring
• Volunteer Management
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Foreign Languages
• Highways
• Tutoring
• Leadership
• Stormwater Management
• Drainage
• Microsoft Office
• Erosion Control
• Project Management
• Road
• Organization
• Cad
• Construction
• Microstation
• Typing