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Marcos P. Ricaplaza

Marcos P. Ricaplaza

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Registered Civil Engineer with 32 years of comprehensive experience in the construction industry. Proven ability to excel in various roles, including Owner/Client Representatives, Project Management Consultants, Supervision Consultants, and Contractors, while demonstrating exceptional project controls expertise on large-scale, multi-billion-dollar international projects. Strong leadership skills with a successful history of guiding diverse teams through complex project environments, fostering collaboration across cultures, and ensuring alignment with business goals and governance structures. Recognized for extensive knowledge in evaluating delay claims and managing Extension of Time claims, contributing effectively as an Expert Witness in dispute resolutions.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Planning Manager

Red Sea Global
03.2023 - Current
  • AMAALA Triple Bay – An ultra-luxurious Medical Wellness Resort Facilities being developed along the Red Sea Coast of Saudi Arabia consisting of: Palace, Branded Residences, Hotel / Guest Rooms, Pillar Buildings, Beach Club and Marine Structures
  • Conduct weekly briefings to Senior Executive Director and Associate Directors regarding project performance and issues that may impact deliveries of Contract Packages.
  • Work closely with Procurement and Delivery Teams on contract packaging of projects to be tendered.
  • Support Project Directors with day-to-day Scheduling tasks, weekly / monthly status & updates, scenarios, or “what if’s.”
  • Manage interfaces and interdependencies at project level and coordinate with the Central Planning team for interface milestone management including weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
  • Identify key issues affecting progress of projects and discuss with project team to come up with mitigations.
  • Assessment of Time Impacts for EOT Claims, Variations and other tasks related to delays and change proposals submitted by Consultants and Contractors
  • Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and Schedule including creation and status of medium and short-range Schedules
  • Support/oversee skill development of junior planning staff
  • Ensure compliance to company standards for all planning and scheduling activities
  • Provide consultation to company personnel, architects and engineers, primes and trade/subcontractors, clients, etc. in planning and Schedule analysis providing options for problem-solving.
  • Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
  • Represent the company at meetings with clients, designers, consultants and contractors

Senior Planning and Controls Manager

Independent Business Group
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Project Management Consultants (PMC) for development and establishment of Qatar Flight Information Region (QFIR) with Flexible Use of Airspace (FUA) concept and procedures.
  • Manage and maintain Integrated Project Master Schedule.
  • Monitor/analyze project effectiveness and recommend/implement modifications to improve effectiveness and attain Project Milestones.
  • Plan, coordinate and monitor activities of assigned projects to develop and implement procedures, processes and systems.
  • Suggest and Manage Changes in Project Processes
  • Educate employees in methods to ensure project continuity and completeness.
  • Develop detailed task lists and work effort assessment.
  • Prepare short and long-term resource allocation plans based on input from all key players and team members.
  • Oversee schedules and risk management plans and provide serious deviations warnings hindering project results.
  • Identify changes in work scope in the project plan.
  • Ensure to take appropriate planning measures with all clients to reassess, renegotiate and amend scope of work responsibilities, proposals, contracts and budgets.
  • Ensure to convey required project data and information to project teams.
  • Prepare and present regular internal and external project reports for management.
  • Conduct one-on-one meetings with senior managers.
  • Discuss with Group Work Package Leaders and Project Managers the progress of each project including staffing needs, schedule changes, project scope adjustments and more.
  • Track monthly Project Objectives and Contract Deliverables.
  • Close coordination with Finance Department to ensure timely submission of invoices for completed objectives and deliverables.

Lead Planning Engineer (Project Management Consultants)

Parsons International Limited
05.2014 - 01.2022
  • Project Management and Supervision Consultants (PMC-SC) for Lusail City Real Estate Development Project. The development worth around 25.5 Billion Qatar Riyals consists of 91 Contract Packages involving either Design, Design-Build and Construction.
  • The development includes: 2,900 kms. of Wet and Dry Utilities, 220 kms. Of Road Networks, 22 Bridges and 6 Interchanges, 200 Substations (11kV and 66kV), 2 to 5-Storeys Underground Car Parks, 37 nos LRT Stations, 21 Pumping Stations and Utility Plants, Waterfronts, Promenades and Beaches
  • Provides overall support in providing Time Schedules to the Client for projects under Tender.
  • Supports the Planning Team and enhances procedures to evaluate Tenderers’ Planning Packages.
  • Develop procedures/starter kit for newly awarded Contract Packages to develop Baseline Programmes including reporting requirements and compliance of the same.
  • Performs detailed reviews of Contractors’ Baseline Programs including execution methodologies.
  • Performs detailed reviews of Contractors’ request for Extension of Time and Associated Costs including preparation of narrative reports, delay analysis and recommendation of the same to the Client.
  • Performs reviews and/or support the Planning Team in the preparation of ‘Delay Analysis’ for Variation Orders, Client instructed changes and other ‘What-if’ scenarios.
  • Maintains the overall Master Program for the whole development.
  • Leads the Planning Team for Progress Reporting to the Client and ensure that requirements are met through the implementation of project metrics such as KPIs, Earned Value Analysis, Schedule Delays, and Critical Path Analysis, as required.
  • Reviews Contractors’ performances and provides recommendations to the Client for corrective actions.
  • Participate in Contractor progress reviews, meetings, and workshops, including risk assessments.
  • Provide monthly briefing to Client’s Senior Managers regarding Project Status.
  • Supports the Project Team in Project Close-out documentation.

Country Project Controls Manager

Environmental Chemical Corporation
04.2007 - 05.2014
  • United States Department of Defense (DoD) Reconstruction Program in Afghanistan consisted of around 70 projects countrywide worth 1.39 Billion US Dollars. The program included the Design and Construction of: Mixed-Use Projects (Building, Infrastructure, Utilities), Roads Networks and Utilities, Bridges and Concrete Box Culverts, Airports, Building Construction, Force Protection Works
  • Managed and trained around 15 Schedulers/Cost Specialists, Project Controls, and Administrative Assistants/Petty Cash Custodians Program wide.
  • Worked with Schedulers for developing Baseline Schedules, updating/reporting on a daily/weekly basis, and Revised Schedules. Also conducted detailed reviews of the same prior to submission to Clients.
  • Led the team in preparation of around 200 project schedules and almost 150 requests for Extension of Time claims associated with various changes.
  • Supported Project Managers in preparation of tender proposals for RFPs issued by the Government.
  • Led in setting up newly awarded projects in Project Management Portal based on the type of Contract and Client requirements.
  • Led in creating Work Breakdown Structures and detailed Project Budgets.
  • Managed Cost Specialists responsible for tracking down job costs, processing Subcontractor Invoices, monitoring direct and indirect costs and generating Cumulative Budget Variance Reports
  • Performed detailed reviews of Cost Reports and worked with Program Managers to calculate Estimated Costs at Completion.
  • Performed budget variance analysis, analyzed deviations, trends against budgets and schedules including recommendations for corrective measures to Project Managers.
  • Worked with Project Managers and Contracts Manager in developing strategies for Subcontracted works, e.g. budgeting, the scope of works, time tables, etc.
  • Evaluated Subcontractor Proposals/Pricing and partake in negotiations including finalization of Subcontractor Agreements and Purchase Orders.
  • Created procedures for Partial Progress Payments to Client in compliance with Client’s Contract Management System including reviews of the same.
  • Advised Project Managers of long-lead procurements including potential impacts to projects.
  • Worked with Project Managers to document physical percent completion and Estimate to Complete (ETC) projections.
  • Developed and managed Monthly Earned Value Management Reports.
  • Prepared and tracked Cashflows.
  • Provided monthly briefing to Project Managers and Vice President on project financials, schedule status, issues and concerns, and Project Review Presentations.
  • Participated in Home Office’s efforts on Delay Claims; provided Schedule Analysis, wrote Expert Reports, and acted as Expert Witness in some claims.
  • Provided Program support for Project Close-outs, including claims and disputes involving various Subcontractors.

Planning Engineer

Parsons International Limited
07.2006 - 04.2007
  • Infrastructure Projects consisted of major interchanges, underpass, bridges, roads, communication system, drainage system, storm water system, electrical system, and waterway edge works such as quay walls.
  • Reviewed Execution Programs submitted by Contractors and recommended approval of the same.
  • Reviewed submission of request for Extension of Time and recommended approval of the same.
  • Interfaced with clients, attended regular meetings, and given statistical reports.
  • Identified major areas of concerns and kept the Project Team abreast of these issues and recommended courses of action as well.
  • Reviewed reports submitted by Contractors and advise the Project Team on key progress indicators and recommended courses of action where applicable.
  • Participated in project meetings and discussions with the Client as required.
  • Notified Contractors of Construction delays.
  • Accumulated and analyzed historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for planning and forecasting.
  • Performed other responsibilities associated with this position.

Project Controls Engineer cum Civil Superintendent

URS, formerly Washington Group Int’l
02.2004 - 09.2005
  • Reconstruction of Radwania Palace Complex for Coalition Forces.
  • Field Supervision, Engineering Works and Project Controls.
  • Created and implemented a procedure and system for works Orders as per part of Company’s Contract Management.
  • Preparation of Weekly and Monthly Reports
  • Job Costing, e.g. cost tracking, preparation of Estimate to Complete.

Project Manager

La Savoie Development Company
10.2003 - 02.2004
  • Real Estate Projects that involved Site Development Works, and Medium to High-end Residential Units.
  • Reviewed Tender Proposals submitted by Contractors.
  • Reviewed Subcontract Agreements, Purchase Orders, Material Requisitions and other related documentation for project implementation.
  • Value Engineered Projects undertaken by the Company to expedite turnover and reduce project costs.
  • Evaluated and recommended changes to Project Pricing against as-built costs to improve profitability.
  • Managed progress reporting system and coordination with other departments.
  • Reviewed and recommended Contractors submissions such as Progress Billings, Time Extensions, etc.
  • Reviewed in-house estimates, and Value Engineering Proposals.

Civil Engineer IIII

Washington International, Inc /Raytheon Ebasco, Limited
03.2001 - 10.2003
  • San Roque Multi-purpose Dam and Hydro-electric Power Plant worth 1.3 Billion US Dollars.
  • Provided overall engineering support to project construction operations including required design.
  • Provided required design for temporary construction facilities.
  • Reviewed design drawings for field fabrication, and concrete pouring sequences.
  • Developed methodology for pre-cast construction at Power House and assist in execution for better quality and time savings.

Project Engineer

Dillingham Construction Inc – Kanlaon Construction (JV)
02.1997 - 03.2001
  • Arterial Road Link Development Project, Phase 1, Binocyahan-Pinamintinan Road Section, worth 323 Million Pesos.
  • Prepared Tender Proposal and worked with Project Manager in addressing Contractual issues.
  • Assisted the Management Team in making decisions for major Subcontractor Awards and sourcing.
  • Prepared PERT/CPM and Bar Chart and performed tasks needed to update and secure approval for the documents.
  • Developed and monitored Daily/Weekly & Monthly Work Programs that included Manpower, Equipment, and Material Utilization.
  • Prepared claims for Time Extensions due to various project delays (weather, design changes, change orders) including the corresponding prolongation costs.
  • Reviewed change orders and identified impacts to ongoing construction schedule and cost.
  • Organized, directed, and monitored the preparation/approval of Contract As-Staked Plans, As-Built Plans, Shop Drawings, Quantities, and other required submittals.

Project Manager

New Kanlaon Construction Enterprises Company, Inc.
07.1996 - 02.1997
  • Site Development of Resettlement Sites including Site Utilities and Roads at 2 different locations.
  • Helped in securing projects for the company and took the lead in writing Technical Proposals and RFPs, including Cost Estimations.
  • Managed construction activities through direction to on-site Superintendents and Field Engineers.
  • Devised catch-up plans. Also implemented alternative design schemes to increase cost savings and productivity.
  • Developed a well-coordinated schedule to deliver the Project within the required timeframe.
  • Managed utilization of resources.

Project Engineer

B.M. Prime Ventures, Inc.
01.1996 - 07.1996
  • Lou-Bel Plaza Building (12 Storeys) and Three (3) Real Estate Developments Projects.
  • As Owner’s Representative, oversee all Projects undertaken by the Company.
  • Reviewed financial and physical accomplishments of each project.
  • Created and developed quantity take-off, cost estimates, and other related Contract requirements for projects to be Tendered.
  • Evaluated claims for progress billings, variation orders, construction schedule, time extensions, and other related substantiations, also recommended approval of the same.

Civil Engineer / Project Inspector

First Cavite Industrial Estate, Inc.
07.1994 - 09.1995
  • Industrial Estate Development Works worth 255 Million Pesos.
  • Involved in Project Management and Works Engineering.
  • Worked with the Office Engineer in the preparation of Approved Agency Estimates.
  • Evaluated Contractor’s submittals and ensure compliance to specifications.
  • Evaluated Contractor’s Baseline Schedules, Progress Billings, and requests for Extension of Time including the recommendation of the same for approval.

Field Engineer

D.V. Salud Construction
12.1993 - 06.1994
  • Site Development Works Bautista Property for National Housing Authority, worth 69.92 Million Pesos
  • Supervised Construction activities.
  • Administered Subcontractors and managed preparation of invoices, payments, material issuances, and progress at site.
  • Ensured performance of work in accordance with the approved Baseline Schedule.
  • Interfaced with Owner representatives, subcontractors, and other adjacent Contractors.
  • Identified required materials, tools, and equipment.

Education

Master's Degree - Construction Law and Arbitration

Lyceum of the Philippines
01.2021

Master's Degree - Construction Management

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
01.1996

B.S. - Civil Engineering

Lyceum of the Philippines
01.1993

Skills

  • Project Planning/Scheduling (Primavera/MS Project)
  • MS Office Application (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access etc)
  • Progress Measurement System
  • Reporting and Presentation
  • Communication (Written and Verbal)
  • Leadership
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Knowledge on BIM

Websites

Affiliations

  • Member Chartered Institute of Arbitrator (CIArb)
  • Member Project Management Institute
  • Member Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International
  • Member Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, PICE Manila

Certification

  • Registered Civil Engineer in Ministry of Municipality & Urban Planning (MMUP) Qatar, 2017
  • Registered Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), 2015
  • Registered Project Management Professional (PMP), 2010
  • Registered Professional Civil Engineer, Philippines, 1993

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • Project Controls Management & Governance
  • Master Scheduling & Baseline Development (Primavera P6, MS Project)
  • Delay & Disruption Analysis (EOT, Claims, Variations)
  • Forensic Planning, Time Impact Analysis (TIA), and Expert Reports
  • Contract Administration & Dispute Resolution
  • Earned Value Management (EVM) & KPI Tracking
  • Project Risk & Schedule Performance Reporting
  • Quantum Evaluation & Cost Impact Assessment
  • Interface Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cross-functional Leadership & Mentorship
  • Data Analytics (Excel, PowerBI – developing)

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN VARIOUS ROLES

  • Infrastructure/Roads/Utilities 25 years
  • Real Estate/Mixed-use 20 years
  • Buildings 12 years
  • Airports 6 years
  • Power Plant/Dam Construction almost 3 years
  • Bridges/Underpasses/Stations 6 years
  • Underground Car Parks 6 years
  • Landscape Works 4 years
  • Client 5 years
  • Project Management Consultants 10 years
  • Supervision Consultants 1 year
  • Contractor 17 years

Training

  • Generative AI Overview for Project Managers, 2024
  • Advanced Planning & Scheduling with Primavera P6
  • Primavera P6 PPM Professional Advance Features, 2023
  • PMI-SP Certification Exam Preparation Course, 2013
  • Advance Excel Training, 2013
  • Webinar for Two Comprehensive Approaches for Measuring Delay, 2013
  • Project Management Refresher Course, 2013
  • Construction Delay Claims : Providing and Defending Damages, 2013
  • FIDIC Conditions of Contract, 2012
  • Total Cost Management Conference, 2012
  • Project Management in Primavera P6 Web Rel. 6, 2010
  • PMP Examination Preparation Course, 2009
  • Basic Project Scheduling, 2009
  • Primavera P6 Course 102 (Client Server), 2008
  • Computerized Construction Estimating, 1999
  • Computer Applications in Construction Estimating and Management, 1999
  • Road Engineering, Bridge Foundation, Retrofitting and Application of Finite Elements Analysis, River Morphology and Road Hydrology, 1999

Timeline

Senior Planning Manager

Red Sea Global
03.2023 - Current

Senior Planning and Controls Manager

Independent Business Group
01.2022 - 03.2023

Lead Planning Engineer (Project Management Consultants)

Parsons International Limited
05.2014 - 01.2022

Country Project Controls Manager

Environmental Chemical Corporation
04.2007 - 05.2014

Planning Engineer

Parsons International Limited
07.2006 - 04.2007

Project Controls Engineer cum Civil Superintendent

URS, formerly Washington Group Int’l
02.2004 - 09.2005

Project Manager

La Savoie Development Company
10.2003 - 02.2004

Civil Engineer IIII

Washington International, Inc /Raytheon Ebasco, Limited
03.2001 - 10.2003

Project Engineer

Dillingham Construction Inc – Kanlaon Construction (JV)
02.1997 - 03.2001

Project Manager

New Kanlaon Construction Enterprises Company, Inc.
07.1996 - 02.1997

Project Engineer

B.M. Prime Ventures, Inc.
01.1996 - 07.1996

Civil Engineer / Project Inspector

First Cavite Industrial Estate, Inc.
07.1994 - 09.1995

Field Engineer

D.V. Salud Construction
12.1993 - 06.1994

Master's Degree - Construction Management

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

B.S. - Civil Engineering

Lyceum of the Philippines

Master's Degree - Construction Law and Arbitration

Lyceum of the Philippines

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