Laith H. Sadik
Work: 586-***-****
Sterling Heights, MI 48310 E-mail:
*********@*****.***
Summary of Skills:
. Experienced Senior Project Engineer, Construction Estimator, Quality
Control Manager, Program Manager and Resident Engineer on numerous
projects (institutional, commercial, transportation, industrial,
residential and US federal projects).
. Extensive work experience in quantity takeoffs and cost estimation,
construction quality control, project management, program management,
planning, construction management, construction documents and project
follow-up.
. Extensive work experience in managing U.S. Government construction
projects.
. Extensive work experience in American, Canadian and international
Codes.
. Work effectively as a part of a team and autonomously complemented by
strong interpersonal skills.
. Strong communication and problem solving skills.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering - October 1984
University of Mosul, Nineveh, Iraq
Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering
(Honors Civil Engineering) - June 2002
University of Windsor, Windsor, ON
Completed few courses in the Master Program - Structures
Relevant Experience:
Walbridge - Detroit, Michigan (12/2007- present)
Project Quality Control Manager
Projects General Scope: Armed Forces Reserve Center, Camp Bullis, Texas
(USACE)
General Purpose Warehouses, New Cumberland, PA (USACE)
. Managed the quality control system for the project including the QC
organization.
. Insured the construction quality met the contract documents.
. Analyzed/verified quantities takeoffs submitted by the sub contractors.
. Maintained liaison with architect/AE and owner regarding progress and
changes.
. Coordinated, reviewed and approved civil/structural/architectural
submittals.
. Reviewed sub contractor proposals and performed cost analysis/estimation.
. Prepared the daily reports and incorporated them to RMS system in daily
basis.
. Leaded the quality control meetings (preparatory and initial meetings).
. Performed the quality control plan for the project, RFIs, and close out
documents.
. Conducted the daily site inspection and identified the quality
deficiencies.
. Reviewed the project drawings & specifications and addressed the
conflicts.
. Reviewed submittals and coordinated with architect/AE the approval
process.
. Maintained and updated the as built drawings for the project.
. Performed the close out and project turning over to the owner.
Louis Berger Group, Berger/URS JV - US Mission Iraq/Project & Contracting
Office/U.S. Corps of Engineers (05/2004 - 10/07)
Senior Estimator, Program Manager/Consultant Engineer
Projects General Scope: Iraqi Infrastructures Reconstruction
. Coordinated with the designer for PRT/PRDC Health proposed projects in
Iraq.
. Performed several conceptual estimates and quantity takeoffs for
buildings & roads.
. Performed cost & quantity analysis to JCC-I for general contractor
claims.
. Performed technical support for warranty repairs at Baghdad Police
College project.
. Participated with USG team in BCH contract re-awards & cost negotiations
(USAID).
. Performed quantity takeoffs for final settlement for 141 clinic projects
with Parsons.
. Technical support for Health sub-sector projects (primary health care
centers).
. Participated with USG team in finalizing quantities & unit prices for
141clinics (REA).
. Participated in resolving several issues related to settlements with
design/builders.
. Reviewed contractor pay requisitions, verified and prepared change
orders.
. Managed Building & Education Program on 2005 (800 schools & 4 public
buildings).
. Supported program managers in solving several technical concerns
(quantities).
. Performed design reviews & analysis for several projects (buildings &
transportation).
. Participated in technical & cost evaluation for several bids (hospitals,
hwys & bldgs)
. Managed 468 Northern Schools project on 2004 (SOW, task order &
schedule).
. Trained/monitored and advise junior staff in estimation & quantity
takeoffs.
Glos Engineering Ltd. - Windsor - Ontario (12/2002 - 5/2004)
Civil/Structural Engineer/Project Manager
Projects General Scope: Structural Design & Analysis of several commercial
and industrial buildings and structures
. Performed structural design & analysis of steel, concrete, timber, and
masonry of several low-rise buildings.
. Performed concrete & reinforcing steel quantity takeoffs from the prints.
. Performed site inspections and addressed deficiencies.
. Performed model structures for gravity and lateral load analysis for low
rise buildings.
. Performed site inspections, cost analysis and review contractor
submittals.
. Performed AutoCAD structural drafting and design.
. Analyzed Geo-technical reports, drawings, blueprints, and tests.
. Knowledge of Ontario Provincial Standards for Roads and Highways.
. Reviewed and approved material takeoffs, shop drawings, and fabrication
drawings.
MADI Engineering - Amman - Jordan (12/1994 - 3/1999)
Project Structural Engineer/Project Manager
Projects General Scope: Construction of residential and commercial
buildings
. Performed engineering management of various projects (commercial &
residential).
. Insured the projects are completed on time, on budget & within the scope
established.
. Performed quantity takeoffs for concrete, re-steel and asphalt from
prints.
. Reviewed contractor/subcontractor pay requisition & submittals.
. Supervised reinforced concrete construction, surveying, soils, pavement,
finishing and HVAC activities and conducted their required inspections.
. Monitored the activities of subcontractors to ensure compliance to plans.
. Conducted feasibility studies, economic analysis and evaluated
construction tenders.
. Prepared projections and schedules for manpower, materials, and
equipment.
. Performed quantity takeoffs from blueprints.
. Supervised technicians and general laborers.
Al Khalid Company for Contracts - Baghdad - Iraq (9/1988 - 9/1994)
Construction Engineer/Project Structural Engineer
Projects General Scope: Kirkuk Province Irrigation Systems Construction
. Examined Plans, Drawings, and Site layouts.
. Performed construction management for concrete culverts, falls, junctions
& bldgs.
. Assisted in program management, planning and control.
. Resolved several technical issues in the site.
. Ensured construction plans meet guidelines and specifications.
. Performed site inspections and land survey verifications.
. Prepared technical reports of construction activities and quantity take
offs.
. Performed bar-bending schedules for reinforced concrete structures.
Ministry of Defense - FDSP (Federal Directorate of Supply & Procurement) -
Baghdad - Iraq (3/1985 - 4/1988)
Resident Engineer on military & residential constructions
Projects General Scope: Alkazak Military Base Construction
. Ensured construction plans meet guidelines and specifications.
. Insured the day-to-day development & implementation of the project.
. Reviewed and approved shop drawings, surveying works and material
takeoffs.
. Monitored the activities of contractors and to ensure compliance with
plans.
. Performed the duties of quality control engineer in pre-cast concrete
factory and site.
Computer Skills:
MS Office (word, excel & PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, RS Means, US Cost
(Success & perimeter Success Estimator), Structural Steel & Concrete Design
software (Visual Design and SAFI), AutoCAD 2005 and Architectural Desktop.
Seminars, Training & Additional Studies:
. Project/Program Management - Washington D.C., Louis Berger Group 2004
. Construction Quality Management for Contractors (certified) -San
Antonio TX, US Corps of Engineers 2008
. ACASS/CCASS - San Antonio TX, US Corps of Engineers 2008
. Project/Program Management Skills - Baghdad, Berger/URS JV 2005
. AutoCAD, 5 courses - Windsor, ON 1999 - 2002
. Cost Estimation, US Cost & Success Estimator - Berger/URS, Baghdad
2004
. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMS) 2002-Windsor.
. Basic Contracting Principles - US Corps of Engineers - Baghdad 2006