Francisco is presently the Engineering Director at Ferrovial Construction US Corp in North America. He oversees all design activities during the procurement and delivery phases, while also fostering innovation in technical solutions and delivery processes.
With two decades of experience in the field of structural engineering, he has successfully led numerous significant bridge and building projects across the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Spain. He has been honored with the Hangai Award from the International Association for Spatial Structures for his innovative design of a patented transmission system for a two-axis solar tracker.
Ferrovial Construction is a leading global infrastructure Design-Builder specializing in the design, construction, and maintenance of complex civil engineering projects. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company has delivered high-profile projects such as highways, railways, and bridges across the United States and worldwide. Ferrovial’s commitment to cutting-edge structural engineering solutions ensures the development of resilient, efficient, and environmentally conscious infrastructure.
Transportation and vertical construction projects often face complex challenges that require structural solutions and engineering practices to address them. These solutions involve multidisciplinary teams with experience and the use of advanced engineering tools to successfully resolve the challenges.
This discussion will examine several Ferrovial Construction case studies involving structural engineering characteristics in transportation projects. It will present the challenges, and innovative solutions implemented across various national and international projects. Topics will include accelerated bridge construction processes, industrialized designs, minimum footprint structural design, and ship impact loading resistant systems.
The speaker will conclude with a personal reflection on his career in structural engineering, highlighting the extensive and promising opportunities that lie ahead in this field.