Ahsan Ullah Hussaini Syed

C: 309-***-**** Engineer in Training (EIT) aczumh@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Result Driven Civil Engineer (EIT) with 2 years of career experience; with in-depth working expertise in analysis, design, specifications and well versed with the design codes. Highly adept in estimation of quantities and scheduling huge construction projects. Hands-on experience in supporting Senior Engineer as well as coordinating with sub-consultants, client and other responsible parties to produce most efficient and economic structures.

Education

Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Bradley University, USA GPA: 3.7/4.0 [Jan 2015–Dec 2016]

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Osmania University, India GPA: 3.7/4.0 [Jun 2010–May 2014]

Core Qualifications

Experience in Revit.

Well exposed to AASHTO Specifications

Structural Analysis and Design

Bridge Load Rating

Cost Estimation and Contracts

Understanding of AISC, ACI, IBC codes, ASD, LRFD Method

Construction Site Supervision

Construction Management and Scheduling

FE Certification

Relevant Coursework

Concrete and Steel Design

Building Information Modeling

Pre-stressed Concrete Design

Seismic Design

Bridge Design

Structural Analysis

Pavement Design

Transportation Engineering

Concrete and Steel Design

Work Experience

Graduate Assistant Bradley University [Dec 2015 - Dec 2016]

Performed detailing, drawing set ups, model modifications and creating steel sections.

Carried analysis of joist frame systems in structural/construction laboratory at Bradley University using Autodesk Robot. Modeled the joist frame systems using AutoCad that can be exported to Autodesk Robot.

Applied personal technical knowledge and experience in the development of steel and concrete design spreadsheet.

Designed a most economical steel frame as a supporting structure for testing of steel member in construction laboratory.

Prepared the final report as well as computer aided design of the steel frame showing various options for optimization of steel frame structures.

Prepared sectional detailing for steel and concrete structural members in Autocad in accordance to AISC and ACI design specification.

Design Engineer Ansari and Associates [Jan 2014-Dec 2014]

Performed analysis and design of high rise buildings using SAP 2000. Developed the plans and models using MicroStation. Prepared 3D models, rendering using Revit and BIM coordination using Navisworks.

Inspected site to monitor progress and conformance to design specification and Quality Control.

Delivered customized structural engineering solutions for new and modified design projects for commercial, storage, residential and educational projects of a variety of sizes. Provided technical assistance to consulting engineers, contractors, municipalities and public officials.

Reviewed and checked structural analysis of building projects manually. Structural Steel and concrete design, detailing of different types of building projects. Effectively supervised large building projects, monitored construction progress.

Executed design work as structural design for beams, columns, foundation, erection of structural elements, quantity calculations, estimates and specifications. Prepared construction shop-drawings for structures and infrastructures.

Prepared cost estimates (steel, concrete and rebar quantities) for large projects using spreadsheets and templates.

Reviewed and prepared documents to obtain a building permit, construction permit, and local zoning bylaws approval.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant Dr. Fayez Moutassem Bradley University [Aug 2015 - July 2016]

Worked on “Fresh, Mechanical, Durability and Flexure Characteristics of High Strength Concrete for Pre-stressed Structures utilizing Mineral Admixtures”.

Prepared the mix proportions using cement, silica fume, fly ash and slag for high early strength concrete.

Conducted tests to determine the effect of various admixtures on split tensile strength (ASTM C 496/ C496 M-04), compressive strength (ASTM C39/ C39M-09) and flexural strength (ASTM C78/ C78M-16).

Carried experiments on durability which include Absorption Test (ASTM C1585) and RCPT (AASHTO T277/ ASTM C150).

Technical Skills

Structural Analysis: Staad.Pro, QconBridge, ETABS, SAP 2000, RISA 3D, Robot, Kenpave, AASHTOWARE

Drafting software: Micro-Station, Revit, AutoCAD 2D and 3D, Google Sketch-up

Phase Planning: Navisworks, Synchro

Project Management: Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite

Major Projects

Structural Analysis and Design of a Five-Story Office Building Using SAP 2000 and Revit: [Jan 2016–May 2016]

Created a building model using Revit- Structures. Defined columns, beams, walls and diaphragms.

Analyzed and designed the structure for gravity loads and lateral loads using SAP 2000 respectively.

Used RISA Foundation for the design of foundations and AutoCAD for detailing. AISC, ACI 318 and LRFD load combinations were used as design guidelines.

BIMEX Plan for OSF Saint Francis Medical Centre [Mar 2016-May 2016]

Prepared a BIMEX plan for a renovation project of OSF healthcare facility executed by P.J.Hoerr Inc.

Performed 4D simulation and clash detection for various Structural and MEP systems using Navisworks.

Created a walkthrough animation of the 3D model for Design Review.

Presented different “BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING” uses on the project.

Implementation of BIM on Olin Hall of Science Bradley University [Mar 2016-May 2016]

Performed Design Authoring, 3D coordination and Phase planning of Olin Hall of Science using Revit and Navisworks.

Prepared BIM Overview Map and Detailed Process Maps for each BIM use that were selected based upon the BIM Analysis Sheet.

Identified the potential values, resources required and the project phase in which each BIM use will be operated.

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Seismic Analysis and Design of Eight-Story Office Building [Mar 2015- May 2015]

Selected a steel chevron braced frame for the office building located in Louisville, KY based on risk category, seismic design category and site class of the building.[ASCE 7-10]

Determined the base shear and Seismic forces at each floor level of the building.

Performed the structural analysis and design of the braced frame in SAP 2000.

Professional Involvement and publication

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) ACI ICI

Load Rating of Timber Bridges Through Physical Testing and Software Application (Published in International Journal of Civil, Mechanical and Energy Science (IJCMES).

Honors and Awards

Awarded a merit scholarship from Osmania University and Bradley University. [Aug’10–’14 & Aug’15–’16]

Diploma in structural analysis and design softwares such as Staad.Pro and ETabs. [Mar’14–July’14]

Diploma in AutoCad (2D and 3D). [Mar’14–July’14]

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