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After a lot of effort and dedication, I’m very happy to share that I have obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. This achievement represents a very important milestone in my professional career and a challenge that motivates me to continue growing in the field of project management. I would like to give a special thanks to Proyectos Engineering for their support and trust throughout this journey. Without a doubt, it has been key to helping me keep moving forward. 🚀

I recently updated my knowledge on the FIDIC Rainbow Suite (Red, Yellow, Silver books). Learning from experts like Edward Corbett is always a reminder of why these contracts are the gold standard for international, engineering-intensive projects. While I don't typically see unamended FIDIC contracts in domestic markets (paradoxically, I think they are too balanced for most Owners or Contractors to propose voluntarily—which is exactly why Multilateral Development Banks mandate them), I have found most value in FIDIC as a benchmark to improve bespoke contracts. Here are my takeaways on what FIDIC can give you, reflecting on my experience as an Engineering Design Manager working on projects across different legislations and infrastructure sectors: ✅ Define the Interaction, not just the Role: Does your contract clarify how the Engineer(s), Owner, and Contractor(s) interact? It’s not enough to assign obligations; you must define the communication protocol. FIDIC’s procedure on "Engineer Determinations" is a good example—it structures the communication plan right from the start to avoid disputes later. ✅ Risk & Variations: How does a change in the Bill of Quantities (BoQ) impact the final price? FIDIC provides a clear mechanism for this. I see this missed constantly, especially when Basic Engineering estimates are used for tender, but quantities inevitably change during Detailed Engineering. If your contract is vague on how those variations are handled, you are inviting conflict. ✅ Design Responsibility: If the tender includes a design, who owns the risk of errors? Should the Contractor assume the the design issued for tender is correct, or are they liable for verifying it? FIDIC solves this explicitly by offering different books (Red, Yellow, Silver) for different risk profiles. I recommend training from Howard Kennedy LLP and FIDIC - International Federation of Consulting Engineers itself for those looking to get further into FIDIC. These are my main findings as an engineer. Looking forward to comments from lawyers and others in the field. Sociedad Uruguaya de Derecho de la Construcción

This week, I participated in the Structures Congress in Boston. It was a highly informative event, and I learned a lot, particularly regarding how other structural engineers are applying AI in their work and how human relationships are being prioritized for the years to come. Thank you to the SEI - Structural Engineering Institute and American Society of Civil Engineers for hosting and for providing me with a scholarship to attend. A special thanks to Proyectos Engineering for the continued support and sponsorship.

Numerous brownfield projects fail during the installation phase because the design didn't account for the chaotic reality of an existing plant. At Proyectos Engineering, we solve this through a rigorous BIM & VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) workflow. For a recent brownfield Refinery Oil Pipeline, we didn't just provide a drawing; we provided a construction-ready digital strategy. The owner-side benefit (The Refinery): - Zero Production Interruption: Because our model accounted for every existing structural constraint, the new 16" pipe was swapped in with surgical precision, protecting the plant’s uptime. The Contractor-side benefit (The Execution): - Dramatic Weld Reduction: By optimizing the spool design in a 3D environment, we reduced on-site "Hot Work" to just 7 welds. - Pre-Fabrication Excellence: 100% of the piping was fabricated off-site in a controlled shop environment, ensuring higher quality and zero field re-cuts. We aren't just modelers; we are engineers who use VDC to move the risks of construction into the safety of the digital office. Is your next brownfield project optimized for the field? Let’s discuss how our BIM workflow can eliminate your installation headaches. Luis Carozo Lucia Cetrangolo Esposto Facundo Naya Gadea Diego Ingold Valentín Vanerio Irigoyen Matilde Estefan

I’m glad to be attending on behalf of Proyectos Engineering in the Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference (ASMC 2026), in Albany. It will be an excellent opportunity to meet with industry leaders and discover the latest innovations and challenges in manufacturing. With my backgroung as Electrical Engineer, and with my recent experience in a design project of a ~200k sqft mask facility, I see this as a great opportunity to connect with local engineering firms, EPCs and semiconductor manufacturers to explore strategic partnerships. If you’re also attending, I’d love to connect during the event! Feel free to reach out 🤝

Next week, I’m joining Abel Van Steenweghen and Brecht Pierreux from Macadamia (YC W25) at the #AIinAEC2026 conference. We’ll be breaking down how we deployed AI Agents at Proyectos Engineering to achieve three critical goals: ✨ Boosted deliverable quality through automated QA/QC checks. 📈 Increased our business margins by moving towards a Results-Based pricing model. ⏳ Zeroed out low-value tasks, letting the team focus on high-level engineering. If you’re curious about how AI is moving from "hype" to "hard ROI" in the AEC industry, join us! Registration 📍 Helsinki / Remote