Engineer Quality Assurance

AMIR ZAMANIAN, P.E.

Rancho Cucamonga, CA ***** - LinkedIn Profile - 909-***-**** -

********.*@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

. Currently in search of a position drawing upon knowledge, dedication, and

experience, and rewarding in terms of future professional opportunities

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

. Service-oriented 20-year veteran of Civil Engineering, with a strong

sense of duty, and expertise in construction management, design, product

evaluation, code-compliance, and business development.

. Dynamic career reflecting profitable performance in leadership,

administration, operations, and client service.

. Excellence in devising, integrating, and delivering innovative solutions

and strategic planning in the presence of challenging and fluctuating

demands.

. Considerable knowledge of: Civil engineering, surveying; design methods

and techniques, construction project management; pertinent AHJ policies,

procedures, standards, amendments, and ordinances.

. In-depth experience in construction management, and structural design of

complex projects.

. Well-versed in strategies and procedures to monitor and maximize output

through measurable results.

. Full command of the processes involved in the design and execution of

construction projects; experienced in the development of cost-effective

measures and best utilization of available resources.

. Able to in build and maintain relationships with highly profitable

accounts conducive to high levels of retention.

EXPERTISE

. ISO/IEC Guide 65, 17020, and 17025

. Regulatory compliance

. Storm water and environmental compliance

. Project management

. Transportation engineering

. Material testing

. Right of way

. Permit services

. Proposal writing

. Client Relationship Management (CRM)

. Program development and implementation

. Team leadership and motivation

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

IAPMO Uniform Evaluation Service - Ontario, CA Sept. 2007 - Jan. 2013

[Since 1926, IAPMO has been a leader in codes and standards development. As

a company within The IAPMO Group, Uniform ES is accredited by the American

National Standards Institute (ANSI) per the ISO/IEC Guide 65,. Uniform ES'

Evaluation Reports represent compliance with the applicable codes such as

International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code

(IRC).]

. Led and increased the volume 16 times its original value in less than 5.5

years.

. Managed clients, presented to various technical entities, evaluated

product qualifications for conformance to applicable standards,

participated in trade organizations, represented the company to ASTM

committees, marketed the business unit, generated and held to budgets,

and met with clients and committees.

. Evaluated quality assurance, and performance of structural systems to

ensure compliance with applicable codes.

. Investigated anomalies/ faults; implemented corrective actions. Ensured

compliance while delivering requirements.

. Evaluated research reports and complex data on innovative building

products for code conformance.

. Led technical evaluation, system quality assurance, and building product

testing.

. Monitored programs and innovations to improve business process and

increase efficiencies. Optimized various resource utilization methods,

and improved client experience. Monitored legislations on Code related

issues.

. Set objectives; effectively guided technical staff, consultants,

manufacturers, clients, attorneys, and inspectors.

. Hired and trained personnel. Effectively communicated clearly defined

expectations, and monitored performance.

Caltrans - Fresno, CA Jan. 2001 - Jan. 2007

Transportation Engineer

. Produced Plans, Specification and Estimates. Upgraded roadway facilities

to current standards. Coordinated and supervised highways and state

routes construction improvements. Reviewed and approved change orders.

. Prepared PSR, PR, PSSR, Design Exceptions, and contract documents for

construction projects of State highways.

. Coordinated the scope of technical studies from multiple functional

groups. Held project and staff meetings.

. Performed on-site reviews. Reviewed and accepted technical

recommendations, and evaluated staff performance.

Zamanian Construction & Engineering [dba Tri-Star Engineering] - Valley

Village, CA Oct. 1997 - Jan. 2001

Principal Engineer

Technical Management

. External project coordination, obtained permits, verified lines and

grades, and ensured construction was in conformance with project plans

and specifications. Generated (RFIs), responded to complaints or

concerns; provided data and documentation in support of change orders.

Prepared shop drawings.

Operations Management

. Managed staff. Developed work plan and monitored progress status, to

achieve results.

. Monitoring cash flow and project requirements; maintained proper

financial controls.

. Directed work of subcontractors to ensure compliance with project

documents. Maintained safety and quality.

Sales and Marketing Management

. Networked to build and maintain long term relationships with

stakeholders.

. Interfaced with clients and subcontractors; wrote proposals. Ensured

customer satisfaction.

Projects included the following:

Falswork, Shoring and Form Designs - Various Agencies

< Provided general design consulting to general contractors in need of

form, falswork, and shoring designs.

Putney Road Storm Drain Improvement - City of Pasadena, CA

< Constructed curb and gutter and catch basins, as general contractor in

charge. Installed RCP and new AC pavement.

Collocated club - Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

< Managed and directed the construction of a four million dollar

upgrading of 36,000 square feet building.

LNC Engineering Contractors, Inc. - San Bernardino, CA Jan. 1997 - Sept.

1997

Construction Engineer

. Performed as Structures Representative on the construction of various

bridges on a State highway system in San Bernardino County. Approved shop

drawings, change orders, and schedules. Monitored construction progress

. Approved falswork and shoring plans, change orders, materials, and red

lines. Prepared progress pay estimates and Notice of Completion.

Projects included the following:

Seismic Retrofit and Upgrading of Bridges - San Bernardino and Riverside

Counties, CA

< Provided construction supervision and inspection of phase-two seismic

retrofit of bridges along I-10, I-111, and I-62. Reviewed and approved

shoring, falsework, and form designs for implementation on multiple

sites. The contract included construction of an 800-foot Replacement

Bridge and installation of retrofit remedies to existing bridges. As

retrofit construction installed footing strengthening, infill walls,

etc.

Old Woman Springs Channel - San Bernardino County, CA

< Served as Resident Engineer during the construction of 2530 feet of

storm drain channel improvements. The project included construction of

culverts, street improvements, drop inlets, energy dissipater

structure, u-shape channels, rock slope protection, buried pipes,

retention basin improvements, etc.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND/CREDENTIALS

Department of Consumer Affairs - Sacramento, CA

[Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Geologists]

. Professional Civil Engineer

University of California, Berkeley - Berkeley, CA 1992

Master of Science Degree

. Structural Engineering

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA 1990

Bachelor of Science Degree

. Civil Engineering

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS

Snow Summit and Bear Mountain resorts - Big Bear City, CA

Volunteer Ski Patrol

REFERENCES/RECOMMENDATIONS

. Outstanding references available upon request.

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