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TCEP 016: An Interview with Lead Engineer Mauricio Lara on How to Build a Successful Civil Engineering Career – The Civil Engineering Podcast
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Oct 14, 2015
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00:29:13

In episode 16 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Mauricio Lara, PMP, MBA, PE, a Lead Engineer with over 15 years of experience as a leader and key contributor, including an extensive private and public sector background. He has been a key player in capital improvement plans and programs, large infrastructure projects, and program […]

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In episode 16 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Mauricio Lara, PMP, MBA, PE, a Lead Engineer with over 15 years of experience as a leader and key contributor, including an extensive private and public sector background. He has been a key player in capital improvement plans and programs, large infrastructure projects, and program control systems, for water-wastewater, and civil infrastructure projects. Here are some key points discussed in this episode: Qualities of a good civil engineering leader: Able to listen Create and maintain a good team with different specialties Have an open mind Listens to everybody’s opinion Willing to help people grow and provide resources Approachable Show respect to everybody’s opinions Create an atmosphere of sharing and overall motivation for the team Importance of finding a good mentor – The key factor to civil engineering success is finding good mentors to guide you. Importance of credentials Master in Business Administration (MBA) – This is a helpful credential that can give you different perspectives, understand the different aspects of business like business development, marketing, finance, and management information systems. Project Management Professional (PMP) – The PMP approach is a good program for civil engineering professionals because it helps you communicate better with project team members and helps project managers in managing the client. The PMP also enables engineers to understand the different components of the project. MBA vs. PMP – For younger civil engineers with limited budget, they can get the PMP certification for a reasonable amount of money and time, plus it will help them understand the execution of project to a different level. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tweetables  “Identify what you really like to do as a civil engineer and find a good mentor.” – Mauricio Lara on Ep 016 of #TCEPodcast At the end of the day, everything is about people. – More on #TCEPodcast Ep 016. Know the credentials that will help you in your civil engineering career - Stay tuned for #TCEPodcast Ep 016. Please leave your comments or questions in the section below on how certain credentials or mentors have helped you as a civil engineer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sources/References: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People PMI website Mauricio Lara LinkedIn Profile If you enjoyed this post, please consider downloading our free 3-part video series that provides tons of engineering career skills including how to use LinkedIn, how to communicate and how to develop your leadership abilities. Click the button below to download. If you enjoyed this post, please consider downloading our free list of 33 Productivity Routines of Top Engineering Executives. Click the button below to download. Download the Productivity Routines To your success, Anthony Fasano, PE, LEED AP Engineering Management Institute Author of Engineer Your Own Success (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});  

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