Daniel Vargas

Daniel Vargas is a seasoned professional in civil engineering and project management, with significant experience in infrastructure advisory services and energy transition objectives. At Arup, Daniel held roles as Project Manager and Associate | Americas South Advisory Service Leader, focusing on project viability assessments and client support in energy transitions. Prior experience includes research roles at the University of Texas at Austin, where contributions were made to industry-relevant handbooks, and various positions at Bechtel and ExxonMobil, where Daniel led process improvements and operational strategies. Currently, Daniel is part of Meta as Program Manager in Strategic Business Support and Deployment Strategy Lead, enhancing business operations in Houston, Texas. Additional leadership includes board membership at Young Professionals in Infrastructure and a foundational role at the National Academy of Construction. Education includes a Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialty in Construction Engineering and Project Management from The University of Texas at Austin.