Galveston District, Pablo Hernandez knows what it
means to build strong. In fact, he knows what it means to
build strong and safely, having earned a certificate of achievement
in safety fro... VIEW ORIGINAL
As a project engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
Galveston District, Pablo Hernandez knows what it
means to build strong. In fact, he knows what it means to
build strong and safely, having earned a certificate of achievement
in safety from Southwestern Division commander
Col. Thomas W. Kula on Jan. 12, 2011, for supervising
more than 225,000 contract work hours in fiscal year 2010
without any lost time accidents.
In his current position, which he has held for 11 years,
Hernandez oversees and administers construction contracts,
emphasizing quality, safety and customer satisfaction. He
previously served as a project engineer for a private construction
contractor for 13 years.
"We are extremely proud of Pablo's achievements in the
Rio Grande Valley," said Kenneth (Chip) Worley, Brownsville
Resident Office Engineer with the Galveston District.
"His commitment to providing vital public engineering
services to the region has left a lasting impact on the nation."
Current projects Hernandez has undertaken include
the border fence project for the Department of Homeland
Security, as well as a land port of entry project for U.S.
Customs at Falcon Dam in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas.
"All projects have their respective challenges, but when
those challenges are surpassed, it's a great feeling to know that
the particular project is complete as a result of your efforts,"
said Hernandez.
Hernandez says he likes the sense of accomplishment he
receives while working in the Galveston District.
"I have had the pleasure of working with many interesting
people both within and outside the Galveston District," said
Hernandez. "What they have in common is that they make
safety a priority in all they do."
Hernandez acknowledged it was a surprise to have Col.
Kula visit the office and present him personally with an award
in safety.
"I would like to share the safety award I was honored to
receive with all of my team members who were instrumental
in allowing me to earn this achievement," said Hernandez. "It
has been a privilege to work with each of them."
Hernandez earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil
engineering from the former Texas A&I University, now Texas
A&M Kingsville.
In his spare time, Hernandez enjoys fishing, hunting, camping,
hiking, boating, skiing and snorkeling. He is married and
has six children, including five girls and one boy who happens
to be an excellent pianist, according to Hernandez.
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