Dean Lalic
Senior Heavy Lift & Rigging Engineer
CONTACT:
Available for remote/contract worldwide
22400 Ruma Vojvodina, Serbia
Email: dean@rf-s.com
Phone: +1 (615) 398-6665 +381 65 400 999 -8
LinkedIn: [tvoj LinkedIn link]
US LLC registered
Work Experience
2015-
PRO LIFTING SOLUTIONS
Independent Consultant
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Transitioned to independent consulting after 15+ years in field execution
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Specialize in remote preparation of engineered lift plans, rigging designs, and CRANEbee 3D simulations
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Expertise in tandem/multi-crane coordination
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AutoCAD drawings and safety-focused risk assessment
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US-registered LLC for efficient international project delivery and invoicing
2011 – 2015
LS KRAN
Heavy Lift & Rigging Engineer
Serbia / Regional Projects
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Planned and executed heavy lifts and rigging operations for industrial and infrastructure clients -
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Coordinated crane selection, load calculations and rigging configurations -
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Utilized AutoCAD for site layouts and rigging diagrams
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Ensured compliance with safety standards in high-risk environments
2005 - 2011
TREF
Oversize Cargo Organization & Logistics Specialist
Serbia/Regional projects
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Organized and managed logistics for oversize and heavy cargo transports
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Coordinated heavy haul routes, permitting, escort vehicles and loading/unloading operations
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Collaborated with crane operators and rigging teams for safe loading and unloading
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Built expertise in heavy transport regulations and risk assessment
2000 – 2001
Mandatory Military Service -Serbian Army Forces
1995 - 1999
Various Side Jobs & Practical Training
Serbia
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Worked on mechanical repairs, equipment assembly, small-scale lifting and transport tasks
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Developed foundational practical skills in mechanical work, rigging basics and workplace safety
Education
2001-2006
Faculty of Technical Sciences – University of Novi Sad, Serbia
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Mechanisms and Structural Mechanical Engineering
Focus areas:
Design and construction of mechanical systems Machine elements and lifting equipment - Material handling and transport systems Production engineering and structural analysis
1991 - 1995
High School “Milenko Brzak Uča” Ruma, Serbia
Mechanical Technician
Mechanical Technician
Provided a strong foundation for further studies and practical work in mechanical engineering, heavy lifting, and construction
Skills & Expertise
Core Technical Skills
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Heavy Lift & Rigging Planning – tandem and multi-crane operations up to 500+ tons
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Engineered Lift Plans – load path analysis, crane selection, sequence planning
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3D Lift Simulations – CRANEbee (Cranimax) expert (tandem configurations, ground pressure, sling optimization)
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AutoCAD – rigging layouts, site plans, elevation views, custom lifting tool drawings
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Rigging Calculations – sling angles/tensions, center of gravity (COG), custom spreader beams/lifting lugs
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Ground Bearing Pressure Analysis – mat sizing, soil/load distribution, risk assessment
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Safety & Risk Mitigation – OSHA 1926 Subpart CC & ASME B30 compliance, critical lift reviews
Professional Strengths
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15+ years hands-on experience in complex industrial/infrastructure lifts (Bechtel & CB&I projects)
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3+ million safety hours without lost-time incidents (CB&I Top Subcontractor award)
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Proven ability to execute in live plants, confined spaces and high-risk environments
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Remote delivery expertise – secure file sharing, Teams/Zoom collaboration, international coordination
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US-registered LLC – seamless invoicing and contracting for US/international clients
Tools & Software
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CRANEbee (Cranimax) – advanced 3D lift planning & simulation
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AutoCAD 2D/3D technical drawings & rigging diagrams
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Microsoft Office / Teams – project documentation and remote client communication