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Tomás Martínez

Tomás Martínez

Architect and urban planner
La Unión,Cartago

Summary

Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in urban planning and projects development. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Ready to apply knowledge and 15 years of experience in research and the service and support of young students

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher-Associate Professor of Urban Planning

Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica- TEC
02.2004 - Current
  • Enhanced research quality by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and tools.
  • Streamlined data collection processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.

Executive President

National Institute Of Aqueducts And Sewers
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing new management strategies.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures for improved financial performance and increased profitability.
  • I controlled a crisis due to deficiencies in the service charging systems, modernizing the commercial computer system
  • Developed long-term business strategies that aligned with corporate goals and objectives, driving growth and sustainability.

Executive President

National Institute Of Housing And Urban Planning
05.2018 - 01.2021

I established a new operating scheme with new sales of services that provided financial self-sustainability to the institution.

During my administration, the sale of savings and home loan plans increased by 35%

A demonstration project of high-density multifamily housing was developed in the center of San José with a model that reduced the execution period by half.

Coordinator of the Historical Center Commission of

Municipality Of San José And Business Chambers
08.2015 - 05.2018
  • Preparation of an action plan under collaborative models and execution of its first urban projects such as the "Paseo de los Museos"
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.

National Technical Secretary of Urban Planning

Ministry Of Housing And Human Settlements
02.2013 - 08.2015


  • I developed an urban regional plan for the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM) of Costa Rica with a horizon to 2030 that updated the existing one developed in 1982.
  • Assisted engineers in project planning by maintaining accurate schedules and tracking deadlines.
  • Enhanced communication between public institutions with the timely distribution of essential information.

Vice Principal of Anonos Executing Unit

Compañía Nacional De Fuerza Y Luz S.A.
01.2000 - 08.2013
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient management processes and policies.
  • Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Efficient development in time and cost of the package of works to improve the "Anonos" operational staff.

Education

MBA - Senior Business Management

Universidad Rey Juan Carlos
Madrid - ESPAÑA
10.2017

Certificate Program - City Management, Landscape And Heritage in The Ter

Universidad Castilla La Mancha
Ciudad Real - ESPAÑA
06.2016

Certificate Program - Urban Land Market

Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
Cambridge Massachusetts
07.2010

Master of Science - Urban Design

Universidad De Costa Rica
San José - COSTA RICA´
07.2001

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogotá - COLOMBIA
10.1996

Skills

  • Data Synthesis
  • Public communication of projects
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Creative thinking
  • Interaction with heterogeneous groups
  • Experience in leading teams and managing projects
  • Undergraduate and graduate teaching

Timeline

Executive President

National Institute Of Aqueducts And Sewers
01.2021 - 05.2022

Executive President

National Institute Of Housing And Urban Planning
05.2018 - 01.2021

Coordinator of the Historical Center Commission of

Municipality Of San José And Business Chambers
08.2015 - 05.2018

National Technical Secretary of Urban Planning

Ministry Of Housing And Human Settlements
02.2013 - 08.2015

Researcher-Associate Professor of Urban Planning

Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica- TEC
02.2004 - Current

Vice Principal of Anonos Executing Unit

Compañía Nacional De Fuerza Y Luz S.A.
01.2000 - 08.2013

MBA - Senior Business Management

Universidad Rey Juan Carlos

Certificate Program - City Management, Landscape And Heritage in The Ter

Universidad Castilla La Mancha

Certificate Program - Urban Land Market

Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

Master of Science - Urban Design

Universidad De Costa Rica

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Tomás MartínezArchitect and urban planner