Blanca Ochoa

Background

About Blanca Ochoa

A Geological engineer with sound experience in executing field assignments such as soil sampling, borehole/test and drilling supervision for urban development and infrastructures projects. I have gained practical knowledge in carrying out fieldwork activities on site as well as working in the office processing data for stabilization and soil foundation. I apply my technical skills to undertake geotechnical/geological site investigations and assisting with data analysis and interpretation as well as reporting to senior management. I have gained experience managing small geotechnical projects under the senior engineer supervision which have made me develop communication and management skills with capacity to interface with stakeholders. My skills include: Practical and technical skills: • Soil sampling and testing • Geotechnical/Geological fieldwork • Geological data interpretation • Geotechnical/Geological reporting Other abilities and skills: • Ability to work independently • Strong written and communication skills • Excellent problem solving and decision making abilities • Detailed observation skills • Good interpersonal and communication skills • Advance proficiency on Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Outlook) • Practical expertise on SLOPE/W Geoslope software for stress and deformation analyses of geotechnical, civil and mining works. • Basic knowledge on AutoCAD and Windows Project software • Basic knowledge on gINT geotechnical software. • Spanish (Native)