The CECE Department proudly recognizes Lt. Cmdr. Victoria Gonzalez who was recently recognized as Military Engineer of the Year. She was honored during NAVFAC Washington's Quarterly Awards Ceremony, receiving the award from Commanding Officer Capt. Omarr Tobias.

Lt. Cmdr. Gonzalez leads a team of 40 professionals, overseeing 90 active construction projects valued at $163 million annually at Naval Support Activity Bethesda and the Uniformed Services University. Under her leadership, her team has exceeded expectations, executing 350% of their original budget while maintaining excellence in critical infrastructure repairs. Her innovative use of Power BI and Power Automate solutions has streamlined operations, reducing administrative workload by 92 man-hours per month, allowing greater focus on field operations. During severe weather events, she led emergency response efforts, restoring power to 4,600 personnel at Marine Corps Base Quantico.

She has also pioneered systematic improvements in HVAC systems, focusing on root-cause solutions rather than temporary fixes. Her strategic approach to contractor oversight and facility management has significantly enhanced operations at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Congratulations to Lt. Cmdr. Victoria Gonzalez on this well-deserved recognition!