Horst Weiss

Senior Geotechnical / Geomechanical Engineer. He has more than 15 years of professional experience participating in different projects and geotechnical works in consulting, mining and construction. It is characterized by being analytical, creative, methodical, communicative and oriented to the fulfillment of goals and objectives. High ability to work as a team and make decisions, using technical criteria and good practices in the sector to achieve the objectives of the team and the company. Ability to adapt to new situations and challenges; self-taught, firm and persevering. He has led work teams in several opportunities and in different projects.Has solid knowledge and experience in the following specialties and jobs:• Geotechnical and Geomechanical Engineering• Design and Geotechnical Evaluation of Open Pit, Heap Leach, Tailings and Dumps• Geotechnical Studies for Slopes, Tunnels, Dams and Roads• Materials Testing Laboratory• Supervision and Interpretation of Drilling and On-Site Testing• Modeling and Monitoring of Geotechnical Instrumentation• Hydrogeology and Geophysical Studies• Quality Management and QA / QC Supervision• Project Management, PMI Approach and Agile Methodology• Business Management and Finance• Strategic planning, feasibility studies and risk management• Technical reports from the JORC / NI 43-101 approach, scoping studies, due diligence, reviews, audits and expertise• Management of multidisciplinary teams• Experience in implementation and management of materials testing laboratory• Preparation of procedures, standards and geotechnical reports• Preparation of budgets, technical proposals, contract management and valorizations