Austin Riccio is a highly motivated graduate student seeking a full time position in civil engineering or construction management. He has a 4.0 GPA pursuing a Master's degree in Construction and Facilities Management from UNC Charlotte with a thesis on developing a highway maintenance cost index. His experience includes research and studies for NCDOT as a graduate assistant and internships in sales, design, and construction.

1. AUSTIN RICCIO
Ariccio336@gmail.com
1619 Flat River Dr. Apt.223  Charlotte, North Carolina 28262  (336) 707-8709
Personal Statement
Highly motivated graduate student with not only thorough understanding of related materials and coursework, but also
technical competency through in-field experience and educational background. Seeking a full time position in the Civil
Engineering/Construction Management field that will advance and expand my knowledge and experience levels.
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Anticipated Graduation: May 2016
Masters of Construction & Facilities Management Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Thesis: Development of a Highway Maintenance Cost Index
University of North Carolina at Charlotte May 2015
Bachelors of Civil Engineering Technology Cumulative GPA: 3.3
Chancellor’sList: Fall 2011; Dean’s List: Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Spring2015
Relatedcoursework:
Survey & Site Design I and II Structural Analysis & Design I and II Structural Analysis Lab
Foundations & Earthwork I Construction Geotechnics & Foundations BIM& Data Analysis
Civil and Construction AutoCAD Civil Engineering Drafting Engineering Economics
Temporary Structures Operations of Constructed Facilities Transportation Asset Mgt.
Experience
University of North Carolina at Charlotte- Graduate Research Assistant; Charlotte, North Carolina May 2015-May 2016
Research assistant for John Hildreth, Ph.D.
 Perform research and conduct studies in conjunction with the NCDOT
 Work closely with graduate advisor to analyze highway maintenance task data
 Develop highway maintenance cost index to be utilized by NCDOT for forecasting and budgeting purposes
Fastenal Industrial Supplies - Sales Intern; Charlotte, North Carolina November 2014-May 2015
 Delivered orders to customers across Charlotte area
 Assisted customers and ensured that all wants and needs were satisfied
 Placed orders efficiently and accurately
Varco Pruden Buildings - Design Intern; Greensboro, North Carolina May 2014-August 2014; May 2013-August 2013
 Assisted the Lead Design Engineer in the design and development of steel structures
 Aided in solving any issues that occurred during construction
 Designed connections accurately to ensure support of steel structures using firm’s software program
LeadershipExperience andActivities
Kappa Alpha Order - Vice President Fall 2012 - Fall 2013
Kappa Alpha Order - Parliamentarian Fall 2013 - Fall 2014
Additional Skills
 Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, MiniTab, HEC-RAS
 OSHA certified