Amir E Yousif
Ph.D., D.Eng., P.E., C.Eng, M.ASCE., M.AEI., M.CI., M.EMI.,
M.EWB., M.GI., M.SEI., MSES., CIBSE., MCTBUH
Structural Engineer, Construction Inspector /Supervisor USA +1 404 – 884 – 7231.
QATAR +974 (5)-5644254
********@*****.*** http://uk.linkedin.com/pub/dr-amir- elginaid/5b/22a/804/
OBJECTIVE:
I endeavor to utilize my professional experience, empowered by excellent academic background and interpersonal skills; for the favor of best successful achievements and genuine outcomes. My aim is to work in a suitable position in the field of Engineering Design or Construction Supervision. I have solid experience in both Technical Issues as well as Construction Supervision whereas, since last 10 years I am working in one of the Top 10 International Design Consultancies worldwide. I have worked in their branches in (UK, Egypt and Qatar). http://enr.construction.com/toplists/Top-International-Design-Firms/001-100.asp EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Structural Engineer and Member of American Institute of Civil Engineers since 2010, highly experienced with 15 years of solid experience in Structural Analysis, Design Calculations and Site Supervision for Superstructures, Substructures, and Infrastructures such as bridges, buildings, residential complexes, towers, Mixed use projects of the Special Concrete, Post/Pre Tension Concrete and complicated Steel Structures however, I would like to acknowledge that I have participate in the analysis and design as well as supervision of several structures ranging from retails to towers. PERSONAL INFORMATION:
Gender : Male 1979
Nationality : US Citizen
Marital Status : Married, and father of four children
Languages : English, Arabic and Basic Spanish
Driving Lic : USA, Qatar.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION & EXPERTISE:
Civil / Structural Engineering Design (Concrete & Steel).
Construction Supervision and Inspection with high QA/QC standards.
Planning, Scheduling and Documentation.
Technical coordination and project leadership.
Reporting, safety observation and Risk assessment. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:
Over 14 years of experience in Civil Engineering Design calculations and Site Supervision, with more than twenty years of computer use and proficiency.
In-depth knowledge of Civil, Structures & infrastructures design requirements, construction implementation plans, and relevant quality control practices.
Familiarity with international codes of practice and advanced construction techniques.
Profound knowledge of special concrete structures, post-tensioned concrete structures and steel structures.
Abreast of new design systems and advanced Aided Engineering software and programs.
Demonstration of ample team leadership ability and managerial skills as required by assigned roles.
EDUCATION:
Ph.D Structural Engineering 2015
M.Sc Structural Engineering (Courses) University of Khartoum 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc Honours), Civil Engineering, 2002 Sudan.
Diploma of Architectural Drawings & Detailing, Dec 2000. AFFILIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS:
Member of American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), United States of America - ID 994507.
Member of the Chartered Institution. Of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), United Kingdom- ID 043398
Sudanese Engineering Council (SEC), Sudan- ID 1711.
Sudan Engineering Society (SES), Sudan.
Professional License of Structural Engineers in Qatar ID- 10625.
Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology United Kingdom – ID 110*******
COMPETENCIES:
Excellent Structural Designing knowledge.
Excellent know-how to supervise the Construction activities.
Reliable on-situ proficient, dependable quality controller.
Excellent skills in Engineering CAD Detailing.
Expert computer software user.
Good knowledge with Scheduling & project plan analysis.
Shop drawings and As Built drawings review.
Professional processing, modeling, analysis & design of Mega structure concrete projects.
Capability of coordination with all inter-related disciplines during Project’s design phases and construction/
assessment stages.
Ample managerial skills in setting and monitoring the execution of the overall project and the delivery of works.
Familiar with FEDIC, European and American design and construction standards.
Excellent analytical skills, practical ingenuity, and high ethical standards.
Strong academic background with deep understanding of engineering concepts along with persistent self-learning competence.
Ability to work under pressure & meet tight deadlines.
Initiative, self-motivated, and a dependable team player and/or leader.
Amir E Yousif – Résumé – Page 2 of 3 Last update April 7,-2016 SELECTED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
June 2015 – Present: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & partners),
Technical Manager for Structures:
QATAR – Doha Head Office:
Assigned as Technical Manager for Structural Department and the duties are including the following:
Share the responsibility for the delivery and management of the structural department.
Initiating technical proposals for variety of projects to comply with the Architectural prospective and projects requirements.
To oversee the production and feasibility of the structural design concepts to ensure that work is undertaken to specification and timescale and is coordinated effectively with the other disciplines to escalate problems/issues to the Project Manager.
Identify required changes/enhancements in the scope of required work, differing conditions and secure appropriate advantages for the projects.
Review project proposals and plans to determine time frame, financial objectives, and procedures for
accomplishing work, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources during various phases of the project.
Carrying the Design Review responsibility and the final fine-tunes, as well as studying the review and assessment of the execution sequences for feasible construction, Assessment of Structural/ Civil/ Architectural Materials, Prequalification Documents etc
May 2014 – June 2015: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & partners),
Chief Structural Engineer
Workers Hospital & Integrated Health Centers (3 Nos.) Assigned as a Chief Structural Engineer for the 3 Workers' Hospital and Integrated Health Centers which are forming part of Qatar's official plan for serving the labours whom work in the construction of the projects associated with the World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
Each Integrated Health Centre consists of a ground, basement, and one upper floor, while each of Hospital consists of a basement, ground, and three upper floors with a capacity of 120 Bed, buildings will be served by major equipment located in the project’s utility building, Central Sewer Treatment Plant and Mosque.
The built-up area for each project is 61200m2 with plans to increase the bed-capacity of the Hospital to 200 in future. Responsible for the following activities:
Responsible for the Design review and issuing approvals for construction for all design drawings submitted by the designer.
Encompasses the enforcement of the project construction regulations.
Review and approval for construction’s method statements and sequences; and as built drawings.
Coordination with the other disciplines for the necessary interface activities and communication with the developers, designers and contractors to assure that there are no discrepancies between the Structural, Architectural and Mechanical Submittals.
Upgrading the daily inspection program and guiding the team of Site Engineers to carry-out the proposed program properly.
Responsible for issuing the final approvals for Design documents, proposed Materials “Geotechnical Materials, Reinforced Concrete mixes components, Post-Tension components, Chemical Material.
Contributing on assessments of technical profiles for materials supplier and contractors.
Reviewing the Materials testing results and issuance of approvals for the approved tests.
Observing the Quality Control / Quality Assurance plans as per the project specs and requirements.
Contribute in progress, technical and coordination meetings with Consultants/Client/Contractors.
Sept 2012 – June 2015: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & partners),
Principal Structural Engineer
QATAR – Doha Head Office:
Projects Handled are:
1. Doha Industrial City Hospital & Integrated Health Center. 2. Ras Laffan Hospital
3. Misaeed City Hospital
4. Lakhwia – Internal Security Force – Duhail Complex & Training Center:
5. Lakhwia Multi-Purpose Sport Dome.
6. Al-Khor Stadium and Sport Club (2022 FIFA World Cup Stadium)
7. Khalifa Stadium and Museum (2022 FIFA World Cup Stadium)
8. Qatar District Cooling Plant Dcp-3
9. Yasmin Village.
10. Lusail Twin Towers & VIP Villas
11. Other Designs and Design Reviews
Roles and duties could be summarized as hereunder:
Responsible for the preparation of the Principal Design and the follow up of the coordination and production of Structural Design Drawings and calculations during the different Design Stages.
Responsible for issuing the final approvals on the Structural Shop Drawings submitted by the Contractor’s Technical Office for the complicated particular parts.
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Encompasses the enforcement of the project construction regulations.
Review and approval for construction’s method
statements and sequences; and as built drawings.
Coordination with the other disciplines for the necessary interface activities and communication with the
developers, designers and contractors to assure that there are no discrepancies between the Structural, Architectural and Mechanical Submittals.
Upgrading the daily inspection program and guiding the team of Site Engineers to carry-out the proposed program properly.
Responsible for issuing the final approvals for Design documents, proposed Materials “Geotechnical Materials, Reinforced Concrete mixes components, Post-Tension components, Chemical Material.
Contributing on assessments of technical profiles for materials supplier and contractors.
Reviewing the Materials testing results and issuance of approvals for the approved tests.
Observing the Quality Control / Quality Assurance plans as per the project specs and requirements.
Contribute in progress, technical and coordination meetings with Consultants/Client/Contractors
Sept 2010 – Aug 2012: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & Partners).
Technical Manager for Bridges and Structures
DOHA –DUKHAN Expressway - “ASHGHAL”
Approved by Qatar Ashghal as a Technical Manager for Structural Works for Dukhan - Doha Expressway, The Project is composed of 3 Post-Tensioned Bridges and 3 Underpasses as well as road works, highlighting the fact that the stated bridges and underpasses are the longest in Qatar.
Major duty was the establishment of the Technical Office from the starting from the Draftsmen up to the Senior Levels Engineers. As well as, managing the Technical Office activities and build a strong communication level with the client and its representative.
Roles and duties could be summarized as hereunder;
Responsible to look after every detail of the project. The planning process involves forming a team of experts required for effective completion of the project. To state the purpose of the whole project and assign the team members specific roles. Another responsibility is to plan out the resources needed for the project and chart out a budget plan.
Responsible for developing and maintaining cordial relationships with clients and team members. And act as a link between both the parties. One also should have the ability to deal with problems that may arise within the project team or issues with the clients. One should conduct regular meetings with team members to know the status of the project and also to make certain changes and improvements, if necessary, to achieve the desired results. The project manager needs to prepare and present project reports on a regular basis.
Responsible to track and find out any kind of errors in the way the project is being executed and suggest ways to improve them. He takes inputs from all the employees in meetings conducted with them and arrives at a final conclusion after studying the case from all aspects
Established the Technical Office and interviewed whole the Technical Staff.
Helped prioritize work schedules and delegated
assignments. Easily establish rapport with people of all ages, cultures, and beliefs.
Developed effective internal controls and always operated within available resources.
Earned a reputation as a valuable and cooperative coworker by: being fair, honest, and willing to help others when needed; effectively resolving conflicts at appropriate times.
Assisting new manager assistants and other staff to become familiar with policy and operations.
Developed solutions as part of quality management team. Developed ideas and methodologies of work.
Created one of the best on-time performance records in the project.
Demonstrated effective and consistent technical support. Assisted in establishing a successful structure for a growing company.
Established comprehensive knowledge and experience in group facilitation.
Conceptualized and implemented innovative guidelines and procedures to expedite the production of submittals.
Developed and implemented monitoring methods and procedures including project reports and staff conferences as well as Action-oriented, focused on solving immediate problems.
Analyzed and improved departmental operations resulting in increased productivity.
Identified problems and proposed solutions. which improved automated systems that resulted in more timely and cost efficient procedures
Sept 2008 – Sept 2010: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & Partners) - Qatar
Senior Structural Enginner.
The Technical Committee of QATAR PEARL PROJECT
The Pearl Qatar Project is Qatar’s first international luxury residential development that offers international investors freehold title ownership, it is a multi-billions USD project being urbanized by United Development Company “UDC” on a completely man-made island encompassing 985 acres (400 hectares) of reclaimed land offshore at the north of Doha. It is a four-phases mixed-use development project comprises of over 20 individual precincts of themed districts beachfront villas, high rise Amir E Yousif – Résumé – Page 4 of 3 Last update April 7,-2016 Towers, palaces, elegant town homes, luxury apartments, exclusive penthouses, 5 star hotels, marinas, schools as well as upscale retail and restaurant offerings branded residential and commercial property which will accommodate, upon completion, over 47,000 residents. The total built-up-area of the project is approximately around 4,500,000 m2, including over 250,000 m2 of entertainment, beach clubs, spas and the largest marina in The Gulf. It will be a destination in its own right
- a lavish, secure and exclusive island retreat with a Riviera- style community.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Responsible for the following activities pertaining to the structural matters related to all UDC & Non-UDC
Developments within TPQ
Technical Advisor for UDC in all subject related to the Technical and Contractual matters related to the following packages: Porto Arabia Towers, Viva Bahria Towers, Medina Centrale Buildings, Giardino Villas, La Plage Villas, Bahri Villas, Perlita Gardens, Isola Dana Packages
& Marsa Malaz, Marsa Arabia, Abrag Quartier, and QQ Bridges.
Responsible for the Design review and issuing approvals for construction for all design drawings submitted by developers including (Towers, Villas, Townhouses and Retails, Hotels, Bridges, ) and reporting to T-COM Project Manager directly.
Encompasses the enforcement of the project construction regulations and the implementation of regulatory duties on all developers.
Review and approval for construction’s method
statements and sequences; and as built drawings.
Coordination with the other disciplines for the necessary interface activities and communication with the
developers, designers and contractors to assure that there are no discrepancies between the Structural, Architectural and Mechanical Submittals.
Supervising, following and upgrading the daily inspection program and guiding the team of Site Engineers to carry- out the proposed program properly. And reporting to T- COM Project Manager directly.
Cost savings by implementing value engineering
techniques, improving solutions, researching lower prices, controlling quality, and maintaining schedules.
Responsible for issuing the final approvals for Design documents, proposed Materials “Geotechnical Materials, Reinforced Concrete mixes components, Post-Tension components, Chemical Material.
Contributing on assessments of technical profiles for materials supplier and contractors.
Reviewing Post-tension Designs in the Pearl Project for packages related to UDC and Non-UDC projects.
Porto Arabia Towers.
Viva Bahria Towers.
Medina Centrale Buildings.
Quanat Quartier Buildings & Bridges.
Pearl VIP Villas (324 Nos.).
Reviewing Geotechnical Design Submittals for all projects related to Non-UDC Developers.
Review and supervision of Traffic and Pedestrian Bridges at TPQ.
Contribute in progress, technical and coordination meetings with Consultants/Client/Contractors.
June 2007 – Sept 2008: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS
(Shair & Partners), State of Qatar
Structural Engineer
Porto Arabia
This precinct is a mixed-use development with a continuous boardwalk and public marinas. It contains high-rise apartment developments around its perimeter with low-rise residential townhouses and apartments fronting the marina. The structure of some buildings is post tension type.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Responsible of design review, Site follow-up and supervision of construction reports and geotechnical recommendations for construction of 29 Towers in Porto Arabia project.
Technical assistant for site supervision including the response to all related site clarifications
Review of the shop-drawings and As-built drawings.
Participate in Value Engineering Studies.
Follow up of the PT stressing and insuring that the contractor is stressing the tendons as per the approved stressing forces.
2005 – 2007: DAR AL HANDASAH CONSULTANTS (shair &
partners), (Egypt / United Kingdom)
Design Office - Department of Bridges & Special Structures Structural Design Engineer
Roles & Responsibilities:
Worked as a Lead Structural Engineer in the department of Structures and was responsible of the design development, design review, analysis, calculations for major projects ranging from Tall buildings, power industries, buildings with extensive electromechanical requirements, special slab and massive walls, Steel Structures and Pre-stressed Structures, overhead cranes, and various structures subjected to extreme vibration and dynamic loads. Also provided technical support for the Site Construction. Major Projects with the company:
The Jamarat Bridge Project – Saudi Arabia.
Bijilo 21st Century Project – The Republic of Gambia. Amir E Yousif – Résumé – Page 5 of 3 Last update April 7,-2016
Banjul Presidential Conference Hall – The Republic of Gambia.
Cairo Airport Watching Tower - Egypt.
Variety of Governmental Buildings - Angola.
Ministry of Health Building - Turkmenistan.
2. Shendi – Al Matamma Bridge Project.
The Project was fast-track and contracted as design-build. The bridge is constructed on the main River Nile to connect Shendi on the western bank to Al-matamma on the eastern bank. The bridge length is 600m and 20.5 meter width. The bridge has been designed as a balanced cantilever pre-stressed concrete bridge with spans of 30m resting on 16 fixed piers, 3 monolithic piers and two abutments.
& concrete bridges, along the 60KM 2-lane road between Wote and Makindu in Southern Kenya. The bridges are designed to pass the water valleys which are crossing the highway. 2002 – 2005: Center for Engineering and Technical Studies Structural Designer
Roles & Responsibilities:
Responsible to perform the Analysis and Design Studies for multi-story buildings and All Civil Structures in addition to preparing Calculations reports as well as providing technical support during construction for site team and supervision consultant.
1. NTC TOWER (Tallest Building in Sudan) Project
The National Telecommunication Tower is a Multi-Million USD project and the Tallest building in Sudan up-to-date (32 Floors) serving Hotel and Offices.
The Project Built-up area is 57,000m2 comprised of multi- purpose meeting room, restaurants, service rooms, guest rooms, printings areas, offices, gymnasium areas and garages. General floors have triangular-like shape in plan; the building has achieved several international awards as one of the best Towers in Africa and Arabian countries.
Other Projects with CENTECS
Telecommunication masts for MTN Communication
Company (22 masts) and their foundations.
Awqaf Tower (20 floors).
Several Private Buildings Design)
2003 - 2005: NEWTECH ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIAL
CONSULTANTS
Part Time
Projects with the Company:
Structural Modelling and Design for Several Building Projects.
Structural Modelling for Shendi Al-Matama Bridge
Structural Modelling for Dongola El-Silaim Bridge.
Major telecommunications expansion project including the telecommunications towers for Microwave, GSM, and SRS systems. Heights on the various structures ranged from 15 meters (monopoles) and 50 meters (latticed), to 50 meters
(masts), utilizing Advanced software for the design. Other Freelancing Projects
Diesel power plant for WNSC (with Warsella).
Machine’s foundation for White Nile Sugar Company.
Al-Masar Organization in (WEST DARFOUR). This project contains Power Plants, Schools, offices, medical centers, and small bridge etc.
Faculty of Management Holy Quran University.
Buildings and Pile Foundations for Gadaref University.
Alkabashi High Secondary School.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
2002 to 2005 (Part Time)
1. Sudan University for Sciences and Technology
Lecturer (Part Time)
2. Nasr Technical Collage
Lecturer (Part Time)
3. Al Mashreq Collage for Technology
Lecturer (Part Time).
4. Mat Cad Center for Computer Technology
Lecturer (Part Time)
5. Khartoum State Engineer's Union
Lecturer
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE PROGRAMS
1. Engineering Aided Program.
Excellent knowledge in:
- AutoCAD Structural Detailing,
- PCA Design Package,
- PROKON,
- PRIMAVERA Project Planner 3.1,
- CALCRETE Concrete Technology,
- AxisVM,
- CSI Etabs,
- CSI SAP 2000
- CSI Safe,
- CSI Column,
- RCAD and BCA Spread Sheets.
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Good knowledge in:
- Microsoft Word,
- Excel,
- Power Point,
- Net loading,
- Primavera Expedition
- Adobe Acrobat Professional.
ENGINEERING CAPABILITIES:
Capable to manage all technical aspects of highly complex construction projects, develop design, conduct value engineering in addition to below key qualifications:-
Experienced in managing, designing and supervising the execution of the various types of structural and
infrastructural systems.
Good Skills on site Organization and Management.
Familiar with International Standards Code of Practice.
Expertise on Design and construction supervision of Mega Structures projects constructed of Concrete, Steel and Composite Elements.
Expertise on Design and construction supervision of all pile types RC piles, PT piles and Steel piles.
Design and construction supervision of soils for stability purposes.
Bridges design and construction supervision.
Expertise on assessment of pre-stressed structures protocols (pre-tensioned and post tensioned members).
Preparation of Balance Cost to Complete, Project Analytical Study, Direct & Indirect Cost Report & Project Margin etc.
Coordinating with all related disciplines during Project’s design, design review, Value Engineering, and
construction stages.
Manage quality control and quality assurance.
Excellent Attitude on Risks Assessment and Safety measures.
INTERESTS:
Photography, music and video editing.
Social networking and cycling.
Animated movies and 3D visualization techniques.
Planning and organization of various events.
Computer software development.