Badih Salmen

Badih Salmen

Engineering Consultant

About

Open to collaborating on construction, infrastructure, telecom, and energy‑sector projects that demand strong field leadership, disciplined execution, and reliable on‑time delivery. I am a Senior Civil Engineer, Construction Project Manager, and former Construction Company Owner with 25+ years of experience delivering large‑scale civil, structural, and fiber‑optic infrastructure across Venezuela, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the United States. My background spans bridge construction, commercial buildings, residential developments, TxDOT‑type highway expansions, O&G civil works, and national fiber‑optic networks. I excel at turning complex project environments into structured plans, efficient execution, and predictable results — whether onsite, in the field, or across multi‑site international operations. Project Leadership & Execution 🔹 Directed 200+ personnel during Haiti’s National Fiber Optic Network expansion 🔹 Negotiated funding increases from $7.5M to $9M, enabling 1,000+ miles of fiber installation 🔹 Improved rebar forming & fabrication productivity by 25% and reduced rework by 50% on TxDOT‑type projects 🔹 Managed $10M+ in O&G supply contracts supporting major petrochemical operators 🔹 Delivered civil, structural, and telecom infrastructure across multiple countries Core Strengths ✅ Civil Construction Project Management ✅ Fiber Optics OSP/ISP Field Execution ✅ Structural Assessments & Constructability Reviews ✅ Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management ✅ Real Estate Development & Portfolio Oversight ✅ Cross‑functional leadership in multicultural environments Before relocating to the U.S., I founded and led a construction company delivering high‑profile commercial projects. During COVID isolation, I launched CONSTRUYENDO TU MUNDO, a weekly online radio show offering construction and real‑estate guidance to Spanish‑speaking audiences. Now based in Houston (Katy), TX, I am authorized to work in the U.S. and open to roles that leverage my field expertise and international project leadership. Let’s Connect Open to discussing project strategies, construction innovations, fiber‑optic deployments, and opportunities across the U.S. and international markets. 📞 832‑951‑6858 📧 badihsalmen@gmail.com 🌎 Houston (Katy), TX Open to Onsite • Field Work • Hybrid • Remote • Frequent Travel • Relocation #CivilEngineer #ConstructionProjectManager #FieldEngineer #FiberOpticsPM #InfrastructureProjects #OilAndGas #TxDOT #ProjectExecution #OnsiteWork #FieldWork #Hybrid #RemoteWork #WFH #RelocationReady #OpenToWork #Houston #EngineeringLeadership

Country

United States

City

Houston

Industry

Management Consulting

Skill

Telecommuting, Vehicle-to-grid technology, Quality Assurance, Renewable Energy Systems, Telecommunications Systems, OSHA 30-Hour, Residential & Commercial Conveyancing, Client Relations, STEM, Loss Mitigation, Contractual Agreements, Petrochemicals, Multi-family Investment Properties, Oil and Gas Industry, Technical Consultation, Request for Quotation (RFQ), Project Strategy, Competitive Marketing Strategies, Damage Assessment, Cost Control

Experience

JM Project Consulting

Engineering Consultant

JM Project Consulting

2025-6 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

Short Term Project Specific Consulting as Civil Engineer and Appraiser, conducting land, property renovation and ground up assessments, permitting feasibility. Wrote Request for Quotes (RFQs) and conducted Bid Analysis to produce cost estimates for architects, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) contractors for potential veteran reentry campus.

SA International @Royal Rebar Inc

Consultant

SA International @Royal Rebar Inc

2024-2 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Conducted comprehensive assessments to inform the strategic development of rebar ties methodologies for highway projects, optimizing structural integrity, cost-efficiency, and adherence to industry standards. Contributed with expertise in assessing and refining rebar tying strategies, driving efficiencies, and quality improvements throughout project execution. Project involved in San Antonio and Seguin, TX, the expansion of the I-10, I-410, I-35, TX-151, TX-1604 Productivity increased over 25% in 2 months.

Independent Free Exercise - Ing. BADIH SALMEN GUZMÁN, FP.

Civil Engineer - Appraiser

Independent Free Exercise - Ing. BADIH SALMEN GUZMÁN, FP.

1994-7 - Present · 32 yrs 3 mos

Global

Appraiser for Banesco from 2006 to 2010 Appraiser for the Provincial Bank from 2010 to 2013 Appraiser for Banco Mercantil from 2008 to 2013 Appraiser for Banco Industrial de Venezuela from 2007 to 2012 Advisor and Expert for various courts of the Nueva Esparta State Judicial District Property Appraisal for different financial institutions Private Appraisals for severals Real Estate, Open Business, Machinery and Equipments Diagnosis, Study of Pathologies and Remodeling in different buildings and condominiums Resident Engineer, of Madre María de San José Building, Jorge Coll, Pampatar, Margarita - 1997 Resident Engineer of Residences San Judas Tadeo, Jorge Coll, Pampatar, Margarita - 1.996 Resident Engineer of Caranay Residences, La Asuncion, Margarita. - 1,995 Resident Engineer of Restoration José Cortez de Madariaga School, UCER N.E. - Inter-American Development Bank Inspector Engineer of the Nueva Esparta State Justice Palace, G. N. E. (Margarita) –MINDUR - World Bank - 1997 Inspector Engineer of Construction of streets Cimarrón Cerromar, El Espinal, Margarita - 1.997 Inspector Engineer of Construction of Virgen del Valle Street and La Lagunita Street, El Espinal, Margarita - 1.998 Inspector Engineer, of Repaving and Patching of Streets Calle La Barca and Complemento Virgen del Valle, El Espinal, Margarita - 1.998 Inspector Engineer of Reconstruction of Main Avenue of Playa el Angel, Margarita - 1997 Inspector Engineer of Repair of the Isla de Coche airport - 1997

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

Investment Asesor

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

2022-12 - 2024-4 · 1 yr 5 mos

Dominican Republic

Consulting and advisory services to identify business opportunities for new DR entrepreneurs in the USA market. Real Estate Consulting for select clients, private portfolio, in diverse markets in Venezuela and the DR

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

Business and Real Estate Development Manager

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

2017-6 - 2022-12 · 5 yrs 7 mos

Dominican Republic and Venezuela

Various consultancies in Identifying business opportunities for new entrepreneurs in the Santo Domingo, RD market. Real Estate Consulting for select clients, private portfolio, in various markets in Venezuela and the DR

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

Property Development Manager

SAMHALL INVESTMENT SRL

2017 - 2021 · 4 yrs

Business & Real Estate Development Manager advising clients across the Dominican Republic and Venezuela on market analysis, investment feasibility, and multi-jurisdictional property portfolios.

Talkpool AG

OSP Project Manager

Talkpool AG

LinkedIn
2022-1 - 2022-12 · 1 yr

Haiti

Talkpool AG

Field Project Manager

Talkpool AG

LinkedIn
2022-1 - 2022-12 · 1 yr

Outside Plant Infrastructure (OSP) for fiber-optic branch construction across complex urban and rural environments. Directed planning, field assessments, civil works execution, and installation activities.

 CONSTRUCCIONES SANTA BARBARA 2021 C. A.

Oriental Manager

CONSTRUCCIONES SANTA BARBARA 2021 C. A.

2015 - 2017 · 2 yrs

Venezuela

Various power plants and pumps were supplied under different contracts for our clients, including Petroquiriquire, Petrocedeño, Petropiar, Petromonagas, Petrocabimas, etc. Supply of several tons of production pipes, line pipes and drilling pipes, for the different joint ventures of the Orinoco oil belt. Staffing and personnel management and team building office and field work. successful bid of multiple processes, PROCUREMENT parts and various equipment for various subsidiaries of PDVSA

CONSTRUCCIONES SANTA BARBARA

Regional Operations Manager

CONSTRUCCIONES SANTA BARBARA

2015 - 2017 · 2 yrs

Oversaw commercial strategy, supply-chain performance, vendor qualification, and cost-control processes for import and delivery of equipment and materials for major operators in Venezuela’s Orinoco Oil Belt.

ISOPROYECTOS 901 C.A.

Project Manager

ISOPROYECTOS 901 C.A.

2012 - 2015 · 3 yrs

Venezuela

Construction and channeling of fiber optic networks for CANTV and MOVILNET, sect. several of the Greater Caracas Loop. Construction and provision of services for underground or exposed pipelines, construction of tanks and services for the oil and gas industry for PDVSA and its subsidiaries, throughout the country. Management and closing contracts Urb. El Paraíso Urb. Las Palmeras, Turmero, Edo. Aragua

CONSTRUCTORA COLVEN SRL.

Senior Project Manager

CONSTRUCTORA COLVEN SRL.

2011-8 - 2012-12 · 1 yr 5 mos

COUNTRY MANAGER responsible for full execution of Haiti's National Fiber Optic Network project, managing one of the largest telecommunications infrastructure projects in the Caribbean region.

Constructora COLVEN SRL

Proyect Manager Haiti

Constructora COLVEN SRL

2011-4 - 2012-3 · 1 yr

Dominican Republic

The Construction of the National Fiber Optic Plan in Haiti was executed, for a Private Capital company Collaboration and advice for the landing of the submarine cable in Haiti, Kaliko node, for the contracting entity Negotiation and designation of obligations and responsibilities of the contract, SOW, BOQ, schedule, etc. Establishment of an administrative office base in Puerto Principe, with a residential area for professional expatriate personnel. Establishment of a base of operations in Puerto Principe, with a residential area for expatriate technical and operational personnel. Temporary and definitive importation of machinery, equipment and vehicles necessary for large-scale operation, from the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, USA, etc. Import and customs clearance of telecommunication materials, fiber optics, micro ducts, anchors, precast concrete poles, etc., from the Dom. Rep., China, South Korea, Colombia, etc. A human capital of more than 200 people was successfully led at the same time, in a contract that was increased from an initial amount of US $ 7.5 mm to exceed US $ 11 mm

Education

Universidad Central de Venezuela

Universidad Central de Venezuela

LinkedIn

Civil Engineering

1987 - 1994 · 7 yrs
Universidad de Carabobo

Universidad de Carabobo

LinkedIn

Construction Management

1995 - 1997 · 2 yrs
Universidad Central de Venezuela

Universidad Central de Venezuela

LinkedIn

Appraiser

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Universidad de Carabobo

Universidad de Carabobo

LinkedIn

Construction Management

Universidad Central de Venezuela

Universidad Central de Venezuela

LinkedIn

Civil Engineering

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