Project Manager Construction
Resume:
Ali Akbari, R.A.SCM
Email: ***.*********@*****.***
Facilities Construction liaison / Owner Construction Representative, Project Control Administrator
Accomplishments:
1: Completed Quality Assurance Program for ~$120.000.000.00 State Detention Center in Urbana MD. Position held: Construction Quality Program Manager. ( Heery International, 2000-2002).Client Service Recognition. Oversaw Commissioning of all MEP and security systems. Project Goal of meeting cost/quality and schedule was met close to 90% of the original plan.
2: Competed Renovation, code compliance and upgrading and assist with leasing 680 high-rise apartment units in SE Washington DC, (Capitol Plaza Complex). Position held: Project Construction Manager, ( DMS International) 2002-2004. Also Completed Embassy of Pakistan during this period as a owner’s construction representative.
3: Completed 4 major Physical Security Projects for the IMF HQ in Washington DC for hardening structural and façade of the buildings, assisted with commissioning of all integrated newly designed HVAC systems.. Also assisted with other renovation projects performed by GC at both HQ’s .2004-2008 ( Day Care Center/ the Bank Roof modifications and Critical Data Center Renovation . Position held: Construction Project Manager and Facility Officer.
4: Completed hardening /physical / mechanical and architectural upgrading of 168 Barracks in Ft. Belvoir with outstanding Results. (Met all 3objectives the project; Schedule, Budget and Quality). Project monitored and administrated by the US Corp of Engineers .2008-2010. Fairfax VA.
5: 2011-2015 :Hired real estate agents and negotiated office lease agreements for new Modus offices nationwide., Managed service by providers and vendors, supervised and controlled schedule and budget for the build out of the main Modus office in Washington DC. Practiced renewing office leases and interfacing all vendors and Landlord agents as well as building management team. Also assisted with office management/invoicing and collections. Vendor selections and their contracts as well as budgeting and financial goals for replacing furniture and office environment improvements.. Built three new server rooms and regularly attending financial goals and reporting directly to CFO of the company. Assisting with all offices fixed asset inventories using automated GigaTrac. I succeeded to reduce the cost and increase efficiency for purchasing equipment and buying vendor services.
Education: Architectural-Engineering Graduated and registered abroad
Graduate School of Environmental Engineering, University of Maryland
Certifications: USACE CQM certification/ OSHA and safety CPR certifications, and familiar with LEEDS and sustainability for green initiatives and certifications. Office applications. Sure track and other planning and project reporting application including US Corp Of Engineers CQC and Projects, QuickBooks certified and administrated GogaTrack.
Accounting Specialist /Facility Officer
Modus eDiscovery Inc.
July 2011 – Present (4 years 1 months) Washington D.C. Metro Area
Modus is an eDiscovery services provider. Some of the world’s largest corporations and AMLAW 200 law firms trust Modus to cost-effectively solve their eDiscovery problems. Inc. 500 recently ranked Modus as the fastest growing eDiscovery company in America. www.discovermodus.com
Description :I negotiated office leases for the opening new offices and the closing of others in different locations and managed offices build out coordination with O&M. Contract management for vendors with the most effectively cost saving methods by evaluating service providers . Administrated procurement and inventories to avoid unnecessary spending and planned more efficient ways for monthly invoicing / hours per rates and methods to inquire for account receivables/collections and timely payments.( Automated application was utilized to track and collect receivables).
Senior Construction Project Manager, The Ranger Group July 2008 – September 2010 (2 years 3 months)As senior construction project manager, I maintained full accountability for developing and managing all aspects of overall strategic direction, leadership, and management for all employees and work processes in order to upgrade barracks. I worked to satisfy ADA requirements and upgraded the HVAC systems for 140 apartments in a historical base together with the US Army Corps of Engineers and the COR contact. I applied my strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills towards consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. I diligently ensured compliance with contract requirements such as risk management, change orders submittals, safety procedures, and daily documentation of activities. I also played a key role in managing and facilitating qualified personnel and proper equipment, materials, and supplies.
Senior Project Manager/Facility Officer/Physical Security Projects Liaison
The International Monetary Fund
May 2004 – May 2008 (4 years 1 month)
I strategically prioritized, planned, and coordinated projects to ensure on-time, requirements-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards. I played a key role as a member of the project management team for four Physical Security Projects at IMF headquarters. I oversaw the hardening of main structures, upgrading of HVAC systems and related control and electrical work as well as commissioning of the HVAC systems. I worked on securing all main entrances and maintaining protection of exterior facade of the building. I was directly responsible for many small to mid-size renovation projects performed by term contractors. I also oversaw the workflow of contractors on highly complex security projects to ensure strict adherence to standards and the drawing specifications. I collaborated with designers to ensure compatibility within existing building components and code compliances, and tracked the quality of our A/E teams and other consultants' performance, while managing their time and budget. I reviewed, negotiated, and approved changes to scope of contract to account for unforeseen conditions, as well as administered change order processes and approvals .responsible for O&M projects and direct contact for resolving customer / building operation planned activities. Oversaw Commissioning of all newly installed MEP systems. Contribution to review /renew and revising of fiscal budget for construction projects and facility requirements and analytical needs of upgrading and building assessments was part of my duties. Weekly meetings to evaluate project’s progress against master plan and revise or update on going activity plans were partially attended.
Actively liaised between outside agencies and vendors to troubleshoot and resolve project-related issues with building engineers and the O&M team. Managed all aspects of construction activities with building occupants and O&M engineers to minimize disruption to the normal operation of the facility, including data center, fire command room, and global security operation center.
DMS Construction Consulting Inc.
July 2002 – May 2004 (1 year 11 months), I successfully built and steered multiple teams to maximize performance in consistently completing projects on time and within budget in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization, and leadership skills. I represented the owner to coordinate team efforts resulting in successful projects. I also managed the construction of Chancery of Pakistan and UAE Embassy in Washington DC. Construction Manager for renovation and upgrading of 688 residential units apartment building in down town Washington DC.
Senior Construction Project Manager
Quality Assurance Program Manager/Program Management Team Member
March 2000 – July 2002 (2 years 5 months)
I played a key role as the owner's Quality Assurance representative and oversaw the contractors' quality control personnel to assure compliance with Government specifications. I attended trade and professional meetings with potential clients. I resourcefully capitalized in high-profile venues to drive market penetration and business growth and I proficiently developed effective presentations and displays to capture target market attention.
Quality Assurance Program Manager/Program Management Team Membe
Senior Construction Project Manager
DMS Construction Consulting Inc.
January 1992 – January 2000 (8 years 1 month)
Additional experience as a Construction Manager for DMS International as follows: . Prepared and Implemented Quality Control /Environmental /Safety and Work Plans for stakeholders at Andrews Air Force Base/ Montgomery County Government and Private General Contractors.
Coaching soccer teams and playing soccer. Travel, Photography and sightseeing are my hobbies.
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