Cronos Consulting Group
Etobicoke, M8X 1Y4 ON
Dear HR Manager,
I am pleased to apply for the position of Junior/Intermediate Environmental
Scientist in Cronos Consulting Group. My credentials with Master Degree in
Environmental System Engineering couple with more than three years
experience in construction project management, hazardous waste management,
working knowledge of municipal by laws & provincial legislations of health&
safety and implementation of site reclamation policies make me the best
suitable candidate for this position. I have extensive experience in soil,
water and vegetation assessment required to evaluate the contaminated site
for remediation purposes. Currently I am registered Engineer in Training
(ID # 24353) and will be pursuing my Professional Engineers Licensure.
I am a flexible team player with excellent problem solving and
communication skills. I am always eager to learn new skill to enhance my
capabilities. The attached resume highlights my skills and knowledge. I am
looking forward to meet you in person to discuss what my knowledge and
experience can bring to Cronos Consulting Group. I can be reached at 519-
731-4811 or at azam200m @uregina.ca
Sincerely Yours,
Muhammad Azam
Muhammad Azam
574-Violet Street
Waterloo, ON N2V 2T8
Cell: 519-***-****
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position in the field of Environmental System
Engineering in an organization where I can contribute for the upward growth
of the company along with my personal career growth.
EDUCATION AND TRANING
2012 Master of Engineering- Environmental Systems Engineering
University of Regina, Regina, SK
2006 Bachelor of Engineering- Agricultural Engineering
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
2009 Training on Student Performance Evaluation
2006 Training on Watercourse Improvement and Construction
2003 Training on Land Surveying
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
. Engineer in Training (EIT # 24353), Association of Professional
Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
. Specialization in Water Quality Analysis, Wastewater Treatment
Processes, Geotechnical Investigation and phase 1& 2 environmental site
assessment.
. Working Knowledge of Water Quality Acts, Municipal by-laws applicable
to Drinking and Wastewater Treatments.
. Well conversant with Project Management: planning, scheduling and cost
estimation.
. Working Knowledge of Environmental Management System (ISO 14001).
. Well conversant with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows (XP, Vista),
and Internet.
. Goal Oriented, Flexible and Team Player professional with excellent
problem solving and Analytical Skills.
. Eager to learn new skills.
. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, self motivated and
can adjust in any working environment.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
. Comprehensive knowledge& hands on experience to determine structural
ability of soil was gained during my study at University of Regina,
Saskatchewan.
. Well conversant to BOD and COD determination techniques and treatment
methodology to convert wastewater for agricultural use .Practical
experience gained while conducting research at Waste Water Treatment
Plant of City of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
. Hands on experience to determine moisture content, compaction,
gradation, hydraulic conductivity, shearing strength and consolidation
of soil. Practical experience gained during my study at the University
of Regina, Saskatchewan.
. Participated in designing Landfill system to prevent leaching and
exposure of waste water to the environment. In depth knowledge of
wastewater sludge processing, to transform into biosolid for
agricultural purposes.
. Hand on experience in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment
. Hands on experience to determine hydrocarbons, heavy metals,
pesticides, solvents and asbestos in soil samples. This analysis was
performed to calculate the budget for remediation purposes.
. Sites Assessments performed while working with Petroleum Company. I
involved study of site history, Personal Interviews, review of
municipal planning files and acquiring of work permits.
. Analysis of groundwater for turbidity, dissolved oxygen, residual
chlorine, organic, inorganic and bacteriologic contaminants performed
while working on a Municipal Infrastructure development project.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Faculty of Engineering, University of Regina, Saskatchewan
September 2009- April 2010
Teaching Assistant
. Assisted undergrad students in the Soil Mechanic Laboratories.
. Marked lab reports& Assignments.
. Tutored the undergrad students for exam preparation.
Irrigation and Drainage Department
July 2006 -November2008
Civil Engineer
. Designed Watercourses for irrigation purposes. Developed the standard
operating procedure for execution.
. Liaise with senior management and clients to secure funding for the
undergoing construction projects.
. Managed and organized bi-weekly meetings to review and monitor the
progress of construction projects.
. Monitored construction and excavation activities at subcontractors and
clients premises. Checked quality of the material as per specifications
out lined in the construction plans. Performed on site inspection of
the construction projects.
. Performed complex calculation and prepared cost estimates for manpower,
materials and time frame required to complete the project within
budget.
Pakistan Petroleum Limited
January 2005-June 2006
Environmental Engineering Internship
. Prepared and implemented conservation plans for natural resources such
as soil, water and vegetation.
. Developed and implemented remediation plans for contaminated sites.
. Assessed and prepared reports on oil spill on the adjacent properties
and introduced counter measures to minimize its effects.
. Monitored soil logging, borehole logging, test pitting and well
installation activities.
. Reviewed subcontractor/vendor documentation and prepared invoices.
. Assisted with the identification of regulatory requirement for oil and
gas exploration project.
RESEARCH & PROJECTS (academic reports)
. Land Application of Biosolid
While working on this project gained extensive knowledge of soil and
sludge analysis in particular
to PH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, chlorides, Metals, Cation Exchange
Capacity, Sulphate, Moisture
Content, microorganisms, and organic matter determinations.
. Industrial Development and Its Impact on Water Quality
In this study, performed Drinking Water and Wastewater Analysis and
studied its impact on
Industrial Developments.
Performed Drinking Water Analysis particularly for Microbial Tests
such as Faecal Coliform, MPN
and Escherichia Coli.
REFERENCES
Available upon request