LARRY P. MERCADO
Mobile No. 92127004 / 96551078
E-mail: mercado7512124@ymail.com / larry@shaksygrp.com
Home Address: 1504A FABIE ST. PACO HERRAN, MANILA. PHIL.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Feb. 2012 up to Present
Science and Technology Laboratories (Scitech) LLC (Oman)
Sr. Laboratory Technician
OFF DELIVERY - CONTRACT
Petroleum Development Oman ODC (Fahud)
In charge of Civil Site Lab. stationed at Fahud, duties and
responsibilities include conducting of FDT for soil, determination of
concrete slump and temperature of freshly mixed concrete, concrete
cube making, calibration of laboratory equipment and fdt sand, operate
compression machine for concrete and mortar cube. Conduct Physical
Test for soil such as CBR, MDD/OMC, Atterberg Limit, GSA and soil
specific gravity. Prepare lab SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) and
all requirements for PDO accreditation. Finalize test reports for
submission. Coordinate with contractor’s QC Inspector regarding test
status and accomplishment. Communicate with other civil lab.
technician for updates and status quo.
May 2009 to Jan. 2012
Sr. Laboratory Technician
Structural Investigation (Special Project)
Al Futtaim Exova LLC (UAE)
Perform concrete cover survey which include locating of rebar and its
cover. Conduct determination of concrete uniformity and concrete crack
determination using Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV). Voids and crack
determination using Impact Echo. Calculation of concrete strength using
Rebound hammer. Operate Ground Penetrating Radar or GPR for
concrete structure. Conduct Half cell potential for steel corrosion. Pull
out/Pull off for concrete, Paint (Film) thickness determination for
concrete and steel, aspalt and concrete coring, concrete dust sampling
and concrete resistivity test, Screed soundness test and visual
inspection of concrete core. Perform Overturning moment test for
pedestal, vibration monitoring for building and bridges, fireproofing
thickness determination, Bending strength test for scaffolds boards,
load test on hand rail. Assist in conducting Pile integrity test, Pile
dynamic test and Sonic logging. Finalize and submit test reports. Site
visit of prospected project/client.
Sept. 2008 to April 2009
Sr. Laboratory Technician
TRUMP INTERNATIONAL HOTEL AND TOWER
The Palm Jumeira
In charge of Trump site laboratory, duties includes assist sampling of
backfill and sub base material. Perform field density test. Prepare and
assist for concrete trial mixes. Supervise, monitor and assist actual
mass concrete pouring. Coordinate and update client regarding work
schedule, test result, and accomplishments.
Nov. 05 2005 to Sept. 2008
Laboratory Technician
Al Futtaim Bodycote Testing LLC
ATLANTIS – The Palm Jumeirah
Conduct basic test for fresh concrete such as slump test, temperature
determination, weight density, cube making and compressive strength
test for hardened concrete. Conduct trial mixes for concrete which
include test for time setting, air content, bleeding of fresh concrete and
unit weight determination. Conduct field density test using sand cone
method (large pour). Perform calibration for FDT sand. Sampling of
aggregates and asphalt. Assigned as Lead Technician and in charge of
laboratory and field activities in absence of Laboratory Supervisor.
May 2004 to March 2005
Sr. Materials Laboratory Technician
Construction Supervision Under PCI
(PACIFIC CONSULTANTS INTERNATIONAL)
Rehabilitation of Taytay-El Nido Road Under Sustainable Erosion
Management Project - Northern Palawan
Submit design mix for concrete. Supervise field and laboratory activities.
Check mix proportion at batching plant and assigned as Batch Plant
Inspector. Check fabrication of RCPC, sampling of materials to be
incorporated to work if in compliance to project specifications.
Nov. 2003 to March 2004
Laboratory Technician
STA. CLARA INTERNATIONAL CORP.
Casecnan Irrigation Project
Conduct routinary test such grading, atterberg limit, specific gravity and
absorption, soundness for fine and coarse aggregates.Perform
compaction test (MDR) and Field Density Test (FDT) using sand cone
method. Submit and conduct trial mix for ordinary and pump Crete
design. Monitor mix proportion at batching plant during concrete
pouring. Monitor compressive strength test of concrete samples.
Compilation of laboratory test report. Conduct Plate Load Test
July to October 2003
Grouting Supervisor
GPI Under F.F. CRUZ / SHIMIZU JOINT VENTURE
Batangas Port Development Project
Supervise / Monitor offshore grouting
Coordinate with Client regarding status and accomplishment
Submit daily accomplishment report
October 2002 to June 2003
Batch Plant Dispatcher
LILAI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT CORP.
Assign Site Engineer and coordinate with the scheduled Clients
Keep balance distribution of Transit Mixer and its related equipment.
Make delivery receipt for ready mix concrete
Submit production daily output. Prepare job order for transit mixer.
Monitoring of entire pouring
April to October 2002
Site Engineer
LILAI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT CORP.
Site visit of Client and the structure to be poured for joint Measurement
Coordinate to batching plant (thru Nextel) regarding time of pouring
interval, volume and verification of strength design.
Coordinate with the DPWH Inspector/Consultant
Sampling of fresh concrete for strength determination.
Monitoring of entire pouring activities.
May 1998 to December 2001
Sr. Laboratory Technician
DESIGN SCIENCE, INCORPORATED (Consultant)
Rosario-Pugo-Baguio Road Rehabilitation Project
Supervision CP-IV, CP-I & CP-II SA-I
Monitoring and supervision of contractor’s field and laboratory activities
such as atterberg limit, california bearing ratio (CBR) and compaction
test, specific gravity, soundness test, field density test (FDT) and other
related test for fine and coarse aggregates. Check that all materials
incorporated to the work passed the minimum test requirement (as per
DPWH Blue Book). Check contractor’s design mix proportion at
batching plant, witness strength test for concrete (flexural and
compression test). Check design mix for asphalt (Marshall Stability),
monitor laying of Binder and Wearing Coarse, sampling of concrete
asphalt. Checking and compilation of materials test report.
June 1997 to April 1998
Laboratory Technician
DESIGN SCIENCE, INCORPORATED
EDSA / Shaw Boulevard Overpass Project
Construction Supervision
Monitor, witness and perform (if requested) laboratory activities such as
routinary test for soil, required test for aggregates (e.g. specific gravity
and absorption, clay lumps and friable materials, soundness). Conduct
field density test and compaction test. Prepare sample for Los Angeles
Abrasion. Supervise and assist sampling of materials and witness
required test by third party prior to use (e.g. compressive and flexural
strength for concrete cylinder and beam respectively; test for rebars, tie
rod and anchor bolt. Consultant’s representative at the batching plant
during mass pouring. Monitor bolt tightening at steel box girder through
torque wrench and witness Ultrasonic Magnetic Particle test for welding.
October 1996 to June1997
Laboratory Technician
DESIGN SCIENCE, INCORPORATED
C-5 / Ortigas Extension Interchange Project
Monitoring of drilling operation by the sub-contractor.
Prepare boring log (visual soil classification). Supervise borehole drilling
and concrete coring along E. Rodriguez and Ortigas Avenue.
Check/Finalize test results for submission using ASTM/AASHTO
Classification. Submit list of testing requirement for bidding purposes.
July to October 1996
Sr. Laboratory Technician
DESIGN SCIENCE, INCORPORATED
Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA)
Road and Bridge Project
Supervise and assist sampling for test pits and augerholes and log the
sample afterwards (visual classification). Supervise/assist laboratory
activities such as atterberg limit, grain size analysis, california bearing
ratio (CBR) and compaction test (MDR) Check and finalize test results
and prepare accomplishment report
Coordinate regarding work status. Drilling inspections and check boring
data. Scout possible quarry site / material source and prepare sample
as per test requirement.
Feb 1995 to May 1996
Quality Control Technician
GEOTECHNICS PHILIPPINES, INCORPORATED
Mahanagdong Geothermal Plant Project
Ormoc, Leyte
KIEWIT/HOLT - PHILIPPINES
Perform physical analysis of soil such as specific gravity and absorption
test, plastic and liquid limit, field density test (FDT) using sand cone test
(sand calibration included) and other test required for soil in relation to
foundation and materials for building construction. Perform different
laboratory and field test for cement and concrete mixture, which include
trial mix of concrete. Checking of slump through slump cone test prior to
pouring. Operate/breaking of concrete cylinder by compression
machine. In-charge of hammerhead test for concrete (digital).
Summarize both field and laboratory accomplishments to keep Client
updated of the schedule. Performs other duties if required.
June 1992 to Feb.1995
Materials Engineer
TRINIDAD CONSTRUCTION
Pulang Lupa, Las Piñas, Metro Manila
Field Assignments
Small Water Impounding Management Project
Baco, Oriental Mindoro
Work includes field density test using sand cone method and
compaction test, california bearing ratio, grain size analysis, atterberg
limit, specific gravity and other tests required for roads and bridges.
Mt. Pinatubo Resettlement Area
Castillejos, Zambales
Perform laboratory tests of soil and materials intended for horizontal
and vertical construction. These tests include specific gravity for soil,
specific gravity and absorption for aggregates, Los Angeles abrasion
and soundness test, plastic and liquid limit, gradation analysis,
moisture/density relation and california bering ratio. Conduct field
density test using sand cone method. Monitor and supervise concrete
pouring and application of Double Bituminous Surface Treatment
(DBST). Prepare materials scheduled for testing (e.g. rebars, concrete
cylinder, etc.). Look for possible material source. Quantify laboratory
accomplishments for billing purposes. Prepares design mix for concrete,
quality control program, minimum testing requirements conforming
DPWH standard specification and monthly report on materials quality
control.
March 1991 to June 1996
Soils & Materials Technician
GEOTECHNICS PHILIPPINES, INCORPORATED
119 Sauyo Road, Novaliches, Quezon City
Perform both laboratory and field testing, routine and sophisticated tests
for soil mechanics, rock mechanics, highway and construction materials
conforming to American Standard for Testing Material (ASTM) and
American Association of States Highway Testing Officials (AASHTO)
specifications.
Soil Mechanics
Routine Test
1. Atterberg Limit
2. Grain Size Analysis
3. Mechanical Analysis
4. Relative Density
Non-routine Test
1. California Bearing ratio
2. Moisture/Density Relation
a. Standard Proctor
b. Modified
Materials
Aggregates
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Bulk specific gravity and absorption
Gradation Analysis
Clay lumps and friable particles
Los Angeles abrasion test
Soundness test
Project Undertaken
PCI / F.F. CRUZ & CO., INC.
Bohol Circumferential Road Improvement Project
Tagbilaran Bohol
January – July 1991
SIR WILLIAM HALCROW LTD., INC.
Bicol River Basin Flood Control
and Irrigation Development Project (BRBFCIDP) Naga City
July 1991 – January 1992
DESIGN SCIENCE, INCORPORATED
Digos-General Santos Road Rehabilitation Project
Digos-General Santos
July – September 1994
July 1987 to May 1991
Laboratory/Field Technician
PHILIPPINE GEOSYSTEM & INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION
(PGIC)
V. Luna Road, Quezon City
Perform routinary tests on soil. Conduct Field Density Test (FDT) using
sand cone method. Perform test on compaction and California Bearing
Ratio (CBR). Conduct auger sampling and supervise drilling operations
then prepare logs afterwards. Assist OIC in paper works, coordination
and finalization of test results.
Project Undertaken
KATAHIRA & ENGINEERS INTERNATIONAL
Southern Leyte Road Improvement Project
Sogod, Southern Leyte
July 1987 – May 1988
TEKNIKS / PJHL
Mati-Baganga-Cateel Rod Improvement Project
Davao Oriental
September 1990 – May 1991
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
1982 – 1987
BULACAN COLLEGE OF ART AND TRADE
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
1977 – 1981
FRANCISCO BALAGTAS COLLEGES
1971 – 1977
BOCAUE CENTRAL SCHOOL
Other skill:
Computer literate
PERSONAL INFORMATION
BIRTHDAY
BIRTHPLACE
NATIONALITY
CIVIL STATUS
Religion
Passport No.
Visa Status
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March 14, 1964
Bocaue, Bulacan
Filipino
Married
Roman Catholic
XX0358374
Employment visa
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, that the information given is true and
correctly describes myself, qualifications and experiences.
Larry P. Mercado