Resume
Name: Ali Farzami
Address: ** **** ******, ***.***, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. M4y 1M3
Tel: 416-***-**** Email: **********@*****.***
Residency status in Canada: Canadian citizen
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, graduated from Ryerson
University (2002), Toronto, Canada.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:
. 10 years of civil engineering experiences plus 17 years of non-
engineering and construction related experiences.
. Civil engineering degree from Canadian university.
. Highly motivated, able to multitask and work with minimum
supervision,committed to highest quality of end result.
. Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills gained through
mentoring and motivating team members.
. Excellent skills in developing and controlling project budgets, project
schedualing and promoting a safe work environment.
. Ability to develop very good client relationship important for securing
the project or business.
. Analytical skills, ability to assess a situation and ensure objectives
are addressed.
. Knowledge of ASTM and BS standards.
. Computer proficiency.
PREFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Project Manager
MBS Corporation, Babolsar, Iran. 12/2010-12/2012
Project: Design & construction of large commercial building consisted of 20
floors and 25,000 square meter, Project valued at CAD $50M.
Location: Mazandaran, Iran.
Duties & Achievements:
. Set up and managed this project including, developing the project
management plan and budget, developing the work breakdown structure,
creating and monitoring the project schedule.
. Completed the design and engineering phase as planned schedule.
. Managed and completed the procurement phase on schedule, negotiated and
achieved a total discount of 7% from initial estimate.
. Successfully managed to closure 12 contracts awarded to suppliers and
contractors.
. Hired, developed and managed a project team of 30 employees.
. Ensured all work is being done in a safe manner and enforces safety
standards and laws within positions scope of authority.
. Provided direction in the preparation of cost estimates, tender contract
documents, and engineering reports.
. Scheduled and attended all necessary municipal inspections. Assisted
inspectors with the completion of the review, and rectifies issues as
required.
Project Manager/ Municipal Infrastructure Project
MBS Corporation Babolsar, Iran. 12/2008-
12/2010
Project: The project was with focus on design and project management of
municipal infrastructure projects such as wastewater treatment facilities,
pumping stations, sewer systems, underground drainage and stormwater
facilities.
Location: Tehran, Iran
Duties & Achievements:
. Lead a multi-disciplinary project team to undertake major
water/wastewater
infrastructure projects.
. Prepared environmental assessments, plans and reports.
. Managed design team activities for wastewater treatment facilities,
pumping stations, sewer systems, underground drainage and stormwater
facilities including conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs
approvals.
.Coordinated design team activities, contract document preparation and
tendering.
.Maintained project planning documentation including schedules, budgets,
cost control processes and work procedures.
. Managed project teams to support project design and implementation.
. Managed construction phases of projects to ensure works are completed as
contract specifications, on time and on budget.
. Established effective relationships and maintained regular client contact
Project Engineer/ Project Manager for Municipal infrastructure project
MBS Corporation Babolsar, Iran. 6/2007-12/2008
Project: This project included preparing/managing the completion of both
the preliminary and detailed design of land development, earthworks, storm
sewer, watermain, wastewater, water supply, underground utilities, and road
design for subdivision.
Projects Location: Tehran, Iran
Duties & Achievements:
. Worked with in multi disciplinary team with services that include
feasibility studies, urban design, legal survey, geotechnical, and design
for site and infrastructure improvements.
. Participated in the design and drafting of land development, site
grading, drainage, watermain, wastewater collection, stormwater,
underground infrastructure and utilities, pump stations, containment ponds
and roadway projects.
. Coordinated and worked closely with sub-consultants and internal office
groups to ensure project success.
. Provided direction in the preparation of cost estimates, tender contract
documents, field survey packages and engineering reports.
. Established positive working relationships with clients, contractors and
approving Agencies to ensure the project proceeds on budget and on
schedule.
. Exercised appropriate care and attention in reviewing the quality of
work, confirming approach and achievement of objectives
. Provided effective leadership and direction to other Engineers and
technicians and encouraged a culture of team work and open communication
Civil Engineer / Oil and Gas project
MBS Corporation, Babolsar, Iran. 12/2005-6/2007
Project: project involved expansion and optimization of Oil & Gas
production and exploration of Oil & Gas fields.
Project location: Masjed Soleyman, Iran.
Duties & Achievements:
. Contributed new and innovate ideas to improve and advance the Oil & Gas
production.
. Prepared well servicing programs and optimized and monitored the
production wells.
. Provided technical information and support to field operators and
contract staff.
. Executed and monitored initiatives to reduce operating costs.
. Identified reactivations, recompletions and drilling opportunities.
. Ensured the Oil and gas operation is working in compliance with
regulatory requirements.
. Collaborated with the mine operations team to ensure plan optimizations.
.. Involved with equipment productivity analysis & reliability and
efficiency modeling.
Civil /Structural Engineer
MBS Corporation, Babolsar, Iran. 7/2004-12/2005
Project: Design & construction of new road and bridge project.
Location: Ardebil, Iran
. Prepared proposals and feasibility studies.
. Developed preliminary design and engineering specifications.
. Prepared structural analysis and design calculations for the new bridge
and road with collaboration of other members of design team accordance with
applicable design standards.
. Coordinated with other disciplines in planning and executing project
tasks.
. Prepared technical specifications and special provisions.
. Preparing opinions of probable costs for preliminary and detailed design.
. Prepared technical reports, and proposals.
. Co-operated with colleagues in other offices and different areas of
expertise in an integrated design environment
Civil Engineer
MBS Corporation, Babolsar, Iran 7/2003-7/2004
Project: Design and construction of residential high rise building
consisted of 14 floors & 10000 square meter.
Project location: Mazandaran, Iran.
Duties & Achievements:
. Developed design concepts
. Performed engineering calculations to ensure accuracy and quality in all
works.
. Co-ordinate with building owners, architects, mechanical, electrical, and
other design team members.
. Made proposals and provided recommendations.
. Exercised appropriate care and attention in reviewing the quality of
work, confirming approach and achievement of objectives.
. Worked with the project from conceptual and preliminary stages of design
through to completion.
. Ensured all completed work conforms to contract requirements.
Geotechnical Engineer
MBS Corporation, Babolsar, Iran 6/2002-7/2003
Project: conducting a wide range of field investigations including drill
supervision and logging, installation and monitoring of instruments for
foundation, slope stability, pipeline, mining, and roadway projects.
Project location: Tehran, Iran
Duties & Achievements:
. Prepared geotechnical Engineering Reports for roads, subdivisions,
bridges, buildings, slope stability, retaining walls and municipal
infrastructure.
. Conducted site investigation and lab testing programs.
. Prepared proposals and geotechnical engineering reports.
. Managed the project and staff.
. Carried out effective client and management communication.
. Participated in the office and site meetings.
Construction Contractor
Self-employed
Project location: Tehran, Iran 1985-
1997
Duties& Responsibilities
. Communicated and coordinated activities with site engineer, design
engineer, project manager and other staff to ensure smooth production
operation
. Ensured complete construction processes, in accordance with policy and
procedures.
. Monitored all daily trade functions: timeliness, quality of workmanship
and completion of work.
. Walked all homes on a daily basis to ensure imperfections are noted.
. Conducted a detailed frame check on each unit prior to drywall and
follows up to ensure the timely completion of any items noted.
. was responsible for on-site construction staff, including the scheduling
of subcontractors, inspectors and suppliers on the job.
. Resolved day-to-day problems on the job site, inspected all work during
construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
. Approved subcontractor invoice for quality and quantity before issuing
completion slip.
. Ensured homes are as clean and aesthetically appealing as possible while
under construction.
Seller & Importer of Construction Materials & Equipments
Ardil Co. Tehran,Iran 1980-1984
Duties & Responsibilities:
. Involved in ordering and importing of materials & equipments required to
construct houses such as excavator, steel, reinforced bar, cement and etc.
. Performed market opportunity, weakness, strength and threat analysis.
. Identified potential projects and clients.
. Secured the contract for the purchase and installation of equipments and
materials.
. Managed a team work of 15 people involved in import, sales activities.