Ian Hodgdon
Greenfield
Summary
Dynamic engineering professional with a proven track record at the City of Greenfield, excelling in project documentation and cost estimation. Adept in CAD design and site surveying, I effectively collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results. My attention to detail and strong communication skills ensure successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Engineer
City of Greenfield
Greenfield
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in drafting engineering plans and specifications for municipal projects.
- Conducted field inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed technical documents for accuracy and adherence to project guidelines.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed drawings and layouts for city infrastructure.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and address concerns.
- Supported the maintenance of project documentation and records for regulatory purposes.
- Participated in meetings with clients to discuss project requirements and timelines.
- Monitored construction activities at job sites to ensure adherence to design specifications.
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress, research results, and recommendations for improvement.
- Provided technical support to project engineers, ensuring accuracy and quality of work.
- Assisted in the preparation of cost estimates for proposed projects.
- Coordinated with other departments on tasks related to engineering projects.
- Maintained detailed records of all projects, including specifications, costs, materials used.
- Reviewed drawings and designs for compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Surveyed sites, collected measurements, and assessed project conditions.
- Performed administrative and office duties by handling phone and email correspondence, ordering materials and bookkeeping.
- Assisted in the design and development of engineering projects.
- Provided guidance to junior engineers as needed on various aspects of their assigned tasks.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams.
- Performed inspections of finished constructions.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Formulated plans using detailed drawings.
Engineering Technician
City of Greenfield
Greenfield
12.2014 - 01.2025
- Maintained accurate records of equipment and project specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers on design modifications and improvements.
- Followed safety protocols while working in the engineering environment.
- Prepared and participated in project design reviews.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, safety requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities including test results, calculations and other relevant information.
- Drafted technical drawings and diagrams for engineering projects.
- Participated in field surveys and site evaluations to gather necessary data for engineering analysis.
Field Surveyor
Roberge Associates Land Surveying
Greenfield
02.2008 - 08.2024
- Conducted land surveys using GPS and total station equipment.
- Prepared legal descriptions and boundary surveys for property lines.
- Interpreted topographic maps for construction and development projects.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations and surveying standards.
- Assisted in preparing reports detailing survey findings and recommendations.
- Gathered information about existing structures such as roads, buildings and utilities for use in topographical surveys.
- Assisted in establishing horizontal and vertical control networks using differential leveling techniques.
- Set out reference points for construction projects using conventional engineering equipment.
- Compiled data from field notes, drawings and other sources into comprehensive reports.
- Operated surveying instruments such as total stations, levels, transits, theodolites and GPS receivers.
- Maintained records of all survey-related activities throughout the project life cycle.
- Identified discrepancies between actual conditions and proposed plans or designs.
- Reviewed documents such as deeds, plats or historical records for relevant information.
- Performed calculations related to areas, volumes and contours utilizing appropriate software programs.
- Verified accuracy of survey data by comparing with previous surveys or original plans.
- Prepared maps, charts and graphs based on collected data.
- Read and interpreted legal documents, construction drawings and maps to complete surveys.
- Reviewed field survey data using calculator, computer and GPS equipment.
Education
Master of Arts - Sustainable Land Planning And Design
Conway School of Landscape Design
Northampton, MA07-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Geology
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT06-2001
Associate of Science - Sciences
Community College of Vermont
Montpelier, VT01-1998
High School Diploma -
Montpelier High School
Montpelier, VT06-1997
Skills
- Project documentation
- Technical writing
- Cost estimation
- Field inspections
- CAD design
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Client relations
- Site surveying
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Professional demeanor
- Blueprints and schematics
- Blueprint reading
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Engineering support
Certification
- Public Contracting Overview Certification - February 3, 2025
- Design an Construction Contracting Certification - April 22, 2025
- Supplies and Services Contracting Certification - June 22, 2025
Timeline
Assistant Engineer
City of Greenfield
01.2025 - Current
Engineering Technician
City of Greenfield
12.2014 - 01.2025
Field Surveyor
Roberge Associates Land Surveying
02.2008 - 08.2024
Master of Arts - Sustainable Land Planning And Design
Conway School of Landscape Design
Bachelor of Arts - Geology
University of Vermont
Associate of Science - Sciences
Community College of Vermont
High School Diploma -
Montpelier High School
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