Hello,
As a civil engineer, I am highly interested in assistant project manager job opportunities. I am confident that my previous infrastructure and construction engineering experiences, my excellent work ethic, and my interest in this field make me an ideal candidate for this position.
Some of the skills that make me an excellent candidate for the position include having extensive knowledge and hands-on experience directly related to Civil/Construction Engineering, as well as having thorough experience in using several software and applications such as SAP2000, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS. Moreover, as an M.Eng graduate, I have cultivated practical and technical skills developed through my research experience.
Other skills gained during my previous work experience include building effective relationships with different clients and developing strong communication skills, both written and verbal, as acquired through preparing final reports for construction projects. Also, I have excellent in-situ experience that is required to observe, supervise, and review contractors work. I possess a valid driving license with an access to a vehicle to travel for the different construction sites.
In addition, as you will see from the enclosed resume, I have got experience not only in site work and construction inspection, but also in drafting project proposals, RFP’s, bids, budgets, and cash flows; moreover, my previous Job experiences have provided me with hands-on experience and knowledge in performing quantity takeoffs and cost estimation.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume. I would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss my qualifications and their potential fit. I look forward to meeting you and demonstrating how my background and skills would fit in the direction you are looking for. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Mina Rassa
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in Civil Engineering
Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods, building systems and terminology
Various experience with cost estimation, work plan and writing proposals for various civil projects
Excellent ability in technical writing, analysis, and interpretation of results data
Having outstanding prioritization and time management skills
Having demonstrable skills in communication and presentation
Having analytical and problem-solving skills
Possessing well-developed organizational skills with a high attention to detail
Able to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks in the fast paced environment
Able to assist with budgets, estimate project’s cost and tender offer, material and price analysis, and project planning
Eligible to obtain professional engineering EIT in Ontario
Willing to travel for work
Driving licence and access to a reliable car
EDUCATION
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Civil Engineering Sep 2013 – Jan 2015
University of Ottawa, Canada
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Civil Engineering Feb 2007 – Jun 2011 Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Estimator Apr 2015 – Sep 2015
Ottawa General Contractors, Ottawa, Canada
Went through the project requirements and finalized the material, manpower, and other requirements with the director of sales operations.
Worked with management and design departments to devise project specifications and accordingly prepared estimated cost sheet.
Developed and built effective relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction with products and services.
Used Revit and Autodesk QTO to perform quantity takeoff.
Calculated cost estimates of raw materials and subcontracted work and labor for assigned project.
Project Coordinator/Estimator Apr 2012 – Apr 2013
Imex Espriz Co., Tehran, Iran
Assigned as a field structural engineer; promoted quickly to project coordinator/estimator.
Assisted the project manager in drafting project proposals, RFP’s, tenders, budgets and cash flows for residential and commercial construction projects.
Achieved 100% on time completion of all proposal packages.
Developed strong working relationships with sub-trades that helped to increase business dramatically.
Negotiated and obtained best possible price from suppliers and subcontractors.
Analyzed subcontractors’ scope and suppliers’ material quote to obtain most complete and competitive price.
Effectively prepared and developed quantity takeoff (by means of AutoCAD) and cost estimate.
Made changes in the cost sheet according to the contingencies faced during execution of a project.
Organized client and team meetings to communicate relevant project information to the client.
Prepared final reports for the projects.
Coordinated and ensured all projects are completed on time.
Field Engineer Jan 2011 – Feb 2012
Mahdavi International School, Tehran, Iran
Assisted the site supervisor in fieldwork at the first green school in Iran.
Assisted with performance of quantity take-offs and cost estimating to keep the project on budget.
Carried out site visits and Reviewed architectural documents for potential conflicts.
Prepared information regarding structural drawings, specifications, materials and equipment.
Inspected the design and construction of the building for compliance with the green building code of Canada (LEED Canada).
Maintained a clean and professional environment on the construction site.
Field Engineer Assistant Summer 2010
Imex Espriz Co., Tehran, Iran
Assisted with BTS site drawings, related to the contract with Ericson.
Assisted with performance of quantity take-offs and cost estimating, achieving 95% precision by comparing with the final cost of the project in the end.
Carried out site visits.
Maintained records of purchases, and allocation of material and equipment at the construction site.
SOFTWARE
Microsoft Office Suite
SAP2000
ETABS
SAFE
AutoCAD
Revit
Autodesk QTO
RS-Means
ArcGIS
AutoCAD Civil 3D
AutoCAD Land
PROJECTS
Wood-Concrete Hybrid System Fall 2013
University of Ottawa, Canada
Design of five-story hybrid building consists of four wooden stories (according to CSA 086-09) and one concrete story (according to CSA A23.1-09)
Environmental Impact Assessment of Picton Nuclear Power Plant Winter 2014
University of Ottawa, Canada
Conducted a full Environmental Impact Assessment report (EIA) according to Canadian Environmental Assessment Act 2012
Safety and Traffic Control – Evaluation of Pedestrian Count Down Signals in Winter 2014
Downtown Ottawa by means of Empirical Bayes (EB) Before-After Approach
Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada
Design of Eight-Story Steel structure Winter 2011
Design of Ten-Story Concrete Structure
Highway Geometric Design
Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran