Civil/Structural Engineer

Sheng Liu P.Eng.

** *********** ****** ** * Calgary, AB t Canada

403-***-****(H) t 403-***-****(C) t ************@*******.*** Civil/Structural Engineering/Project Leadership/Cost Estimating Dynamic, deadline-driven, and accomplished professional with 20+ years’ of experience and success in leadership of civil/structural engineering design, project management, field investigation, site supervision, and cost estimating for multiple, multi-million dollar projects in diverse industries (oil sands, SAGD, natural gas, LNG, pipeline, electrical power generation/distribution/transmission) and commercial and residential buildings. Significant, reliable and cost effective experience on steel structure design and piling foundation design in Greenfield/Brownfield projects. Recognized for unfailing ability to meet both project and internal schedules, identify issues, and find practical solutions without delay. Demonstrates sound knowledge in structural analysis programs of S-Frame, S-Steel, S-Concrete, SAP2000, RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Naviswork, MathCad, Timberline, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office programs; exhibits familiarity with both American and Canadian codes, standards, and design specifications(e.g. NBC, ABC, IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, PIPs, etc.). Motivated by challenging tasks and assignments. Experienced working both domestically and abroad. Strong problem solving, multitasking, and organizational skills. Accountable, resourceful, and respected. CORE COMPETENCIES

Structural Engineering t Project Management t Cost Estimation & Analysis Collaboration t Client Service t Technical Support t Site Supervision & Analysis Project Bidding/Tendering t Training/Mentoring t Conflict Resolution t Technical Proficiency EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

J & S TECHNICAL SERVICES Ltd., Calgary, Alberta 2015 - Present Sr. Consulting Engineer, Sr Civil/Structural Engineer (Part time) (Residential and Commercial Building projects) t Provided proposals, feasibility studies, technical scope of work, scheduling, cost estimate, and others t Responsible for engaging in business development and communication with clients t Co-ordinating with building owners, architects and other design disciplines t Structural and civil engineering evaluation of residential, commercial and industrial buildings from foundation through roof, electricity and plumbing, etc. t Prepared and/or reviewed design criteria, drawings and specifications and stamping drawings t Ensured designs are safe, of the highest quality and best value for client t Prepared scope of repair and remediation of existing structures t Organized and maintained project quality records and files related to area of responsibility t Site visit and site meeting, provided engineering technical support to the field during construction on structural and civil scope

WSP/DPH FOCUS CORPORATION, Calgary, Alberta 2013 – 2015 Lead, Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (SAGD, Oil Sands, Pipeline, Natural Gas Plant, Well-pad projects) t Provided proposals, feasibility studies, design criteria, quantity estimates, and man-hour estimate t Led structural analysis by S-Frame & S-Steel & S-Concrete programs to determine stability of structure for rigid-frame building, modularized building, piperack module, equipment (pump, exchanger, valve, vessel, heater) module, MCC building, stair tower, reboiler foundation, monorail, tank skid, access platform, etc. t Computed applied loads on structure 3D models based on Limit State Design of Steel Structure, Design of Concrete Structures, The Steel Structure Handbook, and various other specifications t 24-m-Long Steel Bridge (Truss Structure) experience for primary access road crossing on making detail design of bridge layout, steel member sizes, joint connections, steel column splice plate design under three cases (operating, lifting and transportation); piling and concrete foundation design for bridge columns t Reviewed and developed the design of site grading and paving, cut/fill and site balancing, retaining wall and foundation design, sewer and drainage systems and subdivision roadway design t Knowledge to perform dynamic analyses and related structural design t Analyzed vertical/lateral capacity and frost jacking resistance of driven steel single pile and/or pile group t Designed driven steel piling and concrete foundations for horizontal and vertical vessel, exchanger structure, modularized equipment structure, flare stack and other free standing structure t Devised joint connection details for steel structure (piperack module, equipment module, platform skid) t Supported designers in production of detailed drawings and development of MTOs, materials lists t Supported construction activities, identified field non-conformance issues and responded RFI’s t Mentored Junior Structural Engineers (EIT) and collaborated with designers at different levels t Attended consultant meeting with other disciplines to resolve design conflicts SHENG LIU P.Eng. Resume, Page 2

JACOBS CANADA, Calgary, Alberta 2012 – 2013

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (SAGD, Well-pad, Pipeline, Natural Gas Plant projects) t Developed complex 3D models by S-Frame & S-Steel and STAAD programs; led structural analysis to ensure stability of structures for rigid-frame building structures, modularized buildings, piperack modules t Designed and retrofitting of existing steel and concrete structures, equipment foundations and connection details on large-scale Oil and Gas Plants

t Prepared conceptual and detailed design calculations, layouts, sketches, and specifications t Analyzed vertical/lateral capacity and frost jacking resistance of driven steel single pile or pile group t Designed driven steel piling and concrete foundation for rigid-frame building, piperack module, horizontal and vertical vessel, exchanger structure, modularized equipment structure, and pump skid t Prepared loading and load combinations based on the applicable codes and standards t Checked and mark-up advices for the structure design by other Engineers t Mentored to other Jr. Structural Engineers (EIT) and designers t Site visit with other deciplines to meet client and subcontractors to deal with technical problems on fabrication and construction issues

WSP/DPH FOCUS CORPORATION, Calgary, Alberta 2007 – 2012 Lead Structural Engineer (SAGD, Pipeline, LNG, Natural Gas Plant projects) t Created 3D models by S-Frame & S-Steel & S-Concrete and RISA 3D programs and analyzed stability of structures for rigid-frame buildings and skids (compressor building and skid, long span steel bridge, Dehy structure, indoor/outdoor piperack module, utility MCC package, reboiler structure, secondary containment, cooler structure, pump skid, tank skid, jib crane support, monorail runway beam, access platform, etc.) t Retrofit and renovation experience on multiple brownfield projects by providing more steel structures and piping supports in existing process building according to piping layout; recalculated the new loads and added on the existing structure 3D model; checked all existing steel member sizes, layouts, connections and foundations; selected appropriate methods and techniques to obtain design solutions t Site visit as a third part to investigate the cause of the collapse of operation building and prepare a investigation report to client based on shop drawings, building code, design criteria, etc. t Performs investigations of existing facilities, structures, processes and equipment to resolve performance, operation or reliability issues.

t Field technical issues support by responding RFI’s during construction process t Developed or reviewed structural material quantity takeoffs and man-hour estimate t Carried out inquiry on vendor products and requested for price quotation and then evaluated it t Oversaw squad check with other disciplines; reviewed steel shop drawings and building shop drawings and prepared comments/recommendations

BANTREL CO., Calgary, Alberta 2006 – 2007

Civil/Structural Specialist (Heavy Oil Refinery, Oil Sands Upgrading projects) t Developed 3D models by S-Frame & S-Steel and SAP2000 programs and carried out structural analysis, stability of structures for rigid-frame building structures, modularized equipment skid and indoor/outdoor piperack modules and misc. structures on Oil-sands project t Computed the applied loads based on S16.1 Limit State Design of Steel Structure, A23.3-94 Design of Concrete Structures, The Steel Structure Handbook, the N.B.C., the A.B.C., and specifications, etc. t Completed steel structure design and analysis for Coker Structure and 216-ft-high stair and elevator tower t Prepared preliminary designs and material takeoffs on equipment skids, building t Designed steel pile foundations and concrete foundations for buildings, skid packages, pipe racks, vertical and horizontal vessels, and pump skids

t Squad check vendor drawings and data for compliance with design criteria and specifications t Reviewed and designed moment connection, shear connection, and prying action in steel structure IPAC SERVICES, Calgary, Alberta 2006

Cost Estimator (Natural Gas plant, Pipeline, Well-pad, Process Facility projects) t Performed accurate MTOs of structural steel, weld, flange, pipe fitting based on construction drawings, spec t Acted as a liaison between customers and IPAC, ensured that follow-through is done to meet the customer's expectations

t Developed cost analysis and updated unit price on gas pipeline, natural gas facility and well site projects based on pipe sizes, quantities, seasons, locations, labors, and equipment rates t Obtained quotations for structural steel piling and piping from prospective suppliers or subcontractors t Prepared project bidding based on tendering documentations, specifications, and client drawings t Analyzed subcontractor proposals, utilized published resources, and prepared systems-based estimates SHENG LIU P.Eng. Resume, Page 3

CONTINENTAL DOOR BUILDING SUPPLIES, Calgary, Alberta 2004 – 2006 Cost Estimator (Residential and Commercial projects) t Generated formal budgets to create estimates using MS Excel and other estimating software t Reviewed, managed, created, and submitted formal bid documents t Developed MTOs of doors, windows, casings, baseboards, handrails, and hardware in accordance with construction drawings

t Oversaw, approved, or revised purchase orders/requisitions and ensured all within estimate/budget ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS, Calgary, Alberta 2004

Cost Estimator (Multi-family Residential Building projects) FUJIAN ELECTRIC POWER ENGINEERING COMPANY, Fujian, China 1993 – 2002 Regional Manager/Lead Supervision Engineer/Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer (electrical power industrial projects)

• Nanping District 220kV/110kV Substations and Transmission Lines Project, Fujian, China

• Nanmen 220kV Substation Upgrade Project, Fujian, China

• Dongshan 10x600KW Wind Power Plant Project, Fujian, China

• Nanpu 2x300MW Electrical Power Plant Project, Fujian, China

• Shaowu 2x125MW Electrical Power Plant Project, Fujian, China

• Zhangping 2x100MW Electrical Power Plant Upgrade Project Phase 2, Fujian, China t Day to day management and supervision of construction on site to realize "Three Controls" - quality control, cost control and progress control; “Three management” - occupational health & safety and environmental, contract and information management, and organization and coordination t Effectively supervised a team in the day to day administration of a job, and as a Lead, supervised ten more Engineers and Designers in their daily tasks, assigned internal and external workloads t Coordinated design development and provided technical support on problems during construction stage t Determined project requirements for schedule, material and manpower t Conducted field inspection and/or investigation, troubleshooting and QC issue, ensured all works performed were covered by contracts and change orders

t Mentoring and training other Junior Engineers and designers t Participated in weekly project meeting with client, designers, subcontractors to coordinate schedule, solved technical problems

t Reported on the progress of projects to clients and management through memos, meeting minutes and written reports; prepared monthly cost reports

t Reviewed design documents by manufacturers or vendors and prepared comments and recommendations t Squad check vendor drawings and data for compliance with specifications t Rewarded by client for saving 20% civil work cost by developing and relocating wind generators t Site engineering designs of civil/structural works, such as office and residential building structure and concrete pile foundation, switchgear supports, bus bar structure, dead-end structures, etc. t Used linear elastic analysis techniques to obtain the resulting internal forces: bending, axial force, shear t Designed beam/column members with their effective length and limitation of the slenderness ratio t Prepared calculations and basic preliminary structural analysis t Involved in site inspection about rebar, elevations, sizes, soil conditions for process/control buildings, heavy equipment foundations, such as steam generator turbine foundation, crushing machine, coal conveyor structure, switchgear supports, bus structure, Line termination structure, 180-m-high chimney structure and foundation, water treatment structure, ducting and venting structure support, etc. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, Fujian, China MEMBERSHIP/CERTIFICATION

The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) Membership in Canada Registered Project Manager (Class I) in China

Chartered Supervision Engineer in China

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