Naveed Ahmad Sheikh, PMP®, EIT, CET

Milton, ON 416-***-**** ad1yq1@r.postjobfree.com

HIGHLIGHTED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Project Management Professional, PMP® from Project Management Institute (PMI)

• Engineer in Training (EIT) and pursuing for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

• Land development from acquiring land, review and assess cost sharing agreements, cost control and ensuring all underground services as per standards and specifications.

• Construction supervision and ensuring statistical quality control procedures

• Contract administration, tender preparations, quality assurance, preparation of charts, visual inspections, checking of interim payment certificates and progress reports

• Project development from inception stage till assessing funds, scheduling and scope requirements with the operating division and stakeholders in the development of project terms of reference, fully defining project deliverables

• Application of the principles and practices of operating and capital budget formulation and financial planning.

• Good knowledge of the Ontario Planning Act, Ontario Condominium Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ontario Building Code, The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ( AODA), Ontario Provincial Standards Drawings and Specifications; Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) design Guidelines and approval process.

• Strong construction problem solving and analytical skills, meeting deadlines, comprehensive condition assessment, prepare and issue of Job Site Instructions, thorough review and detailed recommendations for repair and rehabilitation options and field survey

• Experience in managing, analyzing budgets and audits to ensure compliance with business objectives

• Strong knowledge of interpreting and implementing project drawings/specifications, ensuring the implementation of health & safety on work site

• Fluent in English and performs well in a team environment TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficient in;

o AutoCAD, EPA-NET, EPA-SWMM, SYNCHRO, Python, Visual Basics, TRACER, Maxwell ProContractor Viewpoint for cost estimating, CSS Candy for cost estimating, CPM scheduling, and project monitoring.

o Autodesk MAP, LDD, PRIMAVERA, Arc GIS, FORTRAN, M.S. Access, M.S. Office, HCSS(Heavy Construction Systems Specialist) for cost control, understanding of SAP and CONTAK for material testing

SUMMARY OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Construction Project Manager April 2021 To Date

BGS Homes

• Overseeing and managing 8 storey Retirement Home with commercial space on Main floor

• Oversee all aspects of construction project from planning to implementation

• Allocate resources for assigned projects

• Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors

• Develop and train direct crews

• Provides project status reports for senior management to address the issues of schedule, expenditure, scope and facility impacts of assigned projects based on current or revised schedules.

• Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients

• Negotiate with contractors to receive reasonable order costs

• Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications and monitor quality control

• Responsible for monitoring all construction projects as they relate to Health and Safety regulations and maintains records on infractions and accidents in the event of litigation.

• Maintain daily logs of activities on job site

• Maintain and manage equipment inventory

Senior Project Manager/Founder September 2016 to April 2021 A & N Construction Company

• Managed home building and construction projects

• Prepared detailed estimates and quotations for complete renovation and house building

• Supervised and mange electrical & plumbing works, partition walls, kitchen remodeling, room extensions, roof renovation and building of deck.

• Monitored HSE & QC at work

• Meet homeowners and utilize network for business development. Operations Manager March 2015 to August 2016

Oman Gulf Company S.A.O.C., Oman

• Managed projects in Oil & Gas sector with local and international oil companies, e.g. Petroleum development of Oman (PDO), Occidental of Oman (OXY), Daleel Petroleum, GE Oil & Gas etc.

• Conducted monthly management site visits and attend all contractors’ management committee meetings with the client.

• Managed the operations and maintenance of the municipal road network and all right-of-way

(ROW) assets including roads, bridges, drainage systems, signage, traffic controls, sidewalks, and streetlights, boulevard maintenance, street trees, and related facilities.

• Lead design and construction assignments and took overall ownership with accountability for projects

• Reviewed final tender preparations for the new road and earthwork projects

• Updated and maintained manuals and documentation tools for program operations and flood incidents; prepare reports to the Board

• Prepared and managed tenders with cost estimates, commercial and technical bids.

• Educated, coached, and mentor project/engineering staff and project teams on their respective areas of the department.

• Review, track and evaluate consultants and contractors progress and performance as it relates to the delivery of assigned capital project to ensure adherence to schedule, funding and project scope

• Monitored HSE & QA/QC policies by updating and improvising

• Prepared and evaluated requests for proposals for consulting assignments and contracts, defined the scope of work with terms of reference

• Brought ISO standards in the company by introducing ISO 9001 and 18001 for QMS and OHSAS by choosing the right consultants.

• Controlled and monitored project budgets, schedules, and negotiate and secure approvals from environmental agencies

• Lead the development and implementation of emergency management, education, outreach and public awareness campaigns

• Managed civil road works project within PDO.

• Monitored Project cash flow and developed earned value tracking for each project

• Managed Earthworks and location pad for rigs project with OXY.

• Lead utilization of appropriate software for quantity take-offs and preparing quantity schedules, to produce detailed & accurate cost estimates for all projects including the Budget and Forecast. Coordinator Capital Budget Estimates April 2014 to March 2015 City of Burlington

• Collaborated with Engineering staff and other departments, external agencies and developers in order to establish the scope of all Road asset projects for repair and rehabilitation, renewal and growth projects.

• Complete quantity take-offs and review drawings and quantity schedules prepared by the designer for clarity

• Responsible for execution of all project phases; organizes, plans, and executes projects while working within restraints like budgets and schedules and ensuring compliance

• Acts as liaison and maintains a close and effective working relationship between Intergovernmental and third-party stakeholders, contractors, consultants, suppliers and building inspectors and various city divisions with respect to all site construction and design issues. Also responding to any requests for information pertaining to City infrastructure.

• Conducted site visits as required to determine the field condition prior, during and after the completion of a project.

• Exercised effective cost and schedule control of Capital Projects.

• Application of the principles and practices of operating and capital budget formulation and financial planning.

• Prepared and reviewed servicing and stormwater management reports, as well as engineering studies and drawings submitted in support for development, transit projects and for applications.

• Produced functional plans illustrating the scope of growth projects (i.e. intersection and road widening), necessary to determine land and utility relocation requirements.

• Managed and analyzed budgets and audits to ensure compliance with business objectives

• Provided input into project scheduling for infrastructure requirements for the Capital Budget and Master Plan

• Prepared functional municipal road and infrastructure designs, adhering to design principals, as well as City, Provincial and Canadian standards.

• Utilized appropriate software to prepare quantity take-offs and quantity schedules to produce detailed, accurate cost estimates for all Road asset projects included in the Capital Budget and Forecast.

• Responsible for establishing and maintaining an electronic and hard copy filing system of all Road project cost estimates.

• Monitored construction trends and area tender prices, used data to produce reports to illustrate tender cost analyses, tender trend analyses and budget versus cost reviews.

• Worked as part of a corporate team and responsible for budget co-ordination with other municipalities, Region of Halton, utility companies, developers, conservation authorities, provincial and federal agencies. Prepares functional plans and technical data for related cost sharing Land Development Engineer May 2012 to March 2014

Goldpark Group, Canada

• Managed ongoing and new land development projects

• Ensured quality assurance for all construction activities

• Reviewed and approve invoices for consultants, planners, architects & CAs including accounts receivable

• Represented Gold Park at public consultations, presentations, open houses, and face-to-face interactions with the public, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

• Reviewed and Completed property searches on Official Plans (Regional and Municipal), zoning by-laws, urban design guidelines, OMB decisions, parkland dedications, property assessments, etc

• Supervised/Coordinated with Consultants, Planners/Contractors and Suppliers to meet the milestones.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret hydrologic and hydraulic information and calculations

• Reviewed and assessed Cost Share Agreements; develop, manage Cost Share Agreements with third parties from start to finish also managed project letters of credit.

• Managed day to day project issues with the ability to Identify and resolved issues and conflicts related to the projects

• Conduct technical problem investigations and participates in conducting studies, analyses, surveys, research and development for effective solution of complex engineering problems

• Liaison with legal, consultants, planners, architects and landscape consultants by conducting joint meeting with contractors/sub-contractors.

• Reviewed adjacent development applications and approvals, assisted in making informed decisions that will help the management team to acquire properties

• Prepared & coordinated land development applications, including permit acquisitions and drawing approvals

• Prepared and review project budget for new projects

• Investigate and respond to inquiries from the consultants, staff from other agencies and governments, and the public

• Created and tracked master project schedule and tracked budgets on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy in billing and progress

• Ensured consistent application of Cities Standards, Engineering Policies and Practices, applicable Bylaws and good Engineering practice

• Worked with Marketing, Sales, Construction and Finance teams to execute on projects from inception to completion

• Monitored construction sites to manage schedule, costing, compliance and stakeholder relationships

• Conducted field visits, site inspections, resolved servicing concerns and specific site issues to ensure compliance with approved plans, agreements and regulatory requirements

• Ensured and enforced compliance to all stakeholders and legislated Safety policies and procedures

• Reviewed servicing agreements, restrictive covenants, easement documents, latecomer agreements, development cost charge front-ender agreements and development works agreements Project Coordinator June 2009 to March 2010

Toronto Zenith Contracting Limited, Canada

• Highway Bridge over Canadian Pacific Railway Track. (MTO Job)

• Bridge under passing Canadian National tracks and sewerage work. (CN Job)

• Ensured quality of construction work according to Quality Control Core Plan and as per contract drawings and specifications

• Managed manpower, prepared work schedules, earth works, lot grading and ensured safe working environment

• Managed the CCTV Program of sanitary sewers and laterals

• Assists in the development of procedures and policies as required and contributes to implementing continuous improvement processes

• Prepared tender documents, including tender advertisements for new Projects

• Ensured that the works are constructed in compliance with the contract documents and Health and Safety Policies.

• Approved and initiated changes of a minor consequence on projects and recommend solutions to more serious field problems to Supervisor

• Coordinated with sub-contractors, client and consultant to meet deadlines

• Monitored cost of construction in the field and tender quantities with Supervisor and Field Services staff.

• Maintained costs, prepared progress reports and inventory control Planning & Scoping Engineer March 2008 to June 2009 Indiana Department of Transportation, United States of America

• Developed scope of work with engineering analysis and conducted field check. Produced engineering assessment reports and cost estimates on transportation projects.

• Monitored planning legislation and advise/train staff/council of implications and implementation required to meet legislative changes

• Reviewed consultants engineering assessment reports and made appropriate recommendations.

• Represented the district for public meetings, assisting other agencies and/or departments.

• Researched, prepared and presented reports to planning and development committee and council

• Provided technical support for planning of new projects and professional planning advice and mentoring new employees

• Maintained up to date planning information for the public and staff, i.e. Brochures, manuals, application forms etc.

• Determined development process streams for preliminary proposals

• Investigated issues related to potential development applications

• Member of health and safety committee represented planning department. Project Engineer 2006 to 2008

Dufferin Construction Company subsidiary of St. Lawrence cement; Canada A. Highway Bridge for crossing of Bronte Creek. (MTO Job) B. Bridge under CN tracks and sewerage work.

C. Reesor Road Bridge over little Rouge River.

D. Construction of LEED designed commercial building.

• Managed cost control, manpower, ensured safe work environment and prepared progress reports. Oversaw inventory control and coordinating with sub-contractors, client and consultants.

• Ensured quality of construction work according to Quality Control Core Plan and as per contract drawings and specifications using Quality Management System (QMS)

• Co-ordinated with Utilities, Region and other City departments during construction

• Acted as a key contributor in the value engineering exercises to ensure all infrastructures meets its intended functions in accordance with the project scope.

• Thorough knowledge of Emergency Management practice and legislation in Ontario including Incident Management System principles

• Prepared payment certificates, change work orders, purchase orders for the works, sub-contractor and suppliers. Recommend partial payment when appropriate

• Coordinated and executed a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Designed) green building with all the work done by consideration of conserving the environment. Quality Control Administrator 2005 to 2006

Dufferin Construction Company subsidiary of St. Lawrence cement; Canada A. Bridge widening project for Highway 407 Express Toll Route B. Internal widening with concrete pavement 25 Km length extension of 2 lanes on each side for Highway 407 Express Toll Route project

• Checked concrete pavement quality of Profilograph and scanned with MIT scanning machine according to OPSS, ensured quality of construction work according to Quality Control Core Plan, sent material to labs and witnessed testing.

• Researched into and made recommendations to adapt new technologies, techniques and materials in the design and construction of water, wastewater and transportation infrastructure.

• Mentored junior staff and provide recommendations with corrective actions for non-conformance on site.

• Checked Post-tensioning, Geotechnical Reports, Pile driving Reports, Concrete Mix Design compiled and reported to client.

• Maintaining quality of construction activities and materials used for contractors and sub-contractors

• Conducted full laboratory-scale batching, mixing, casting and curing of concrete cylinders and cubes. Quality Control Technician 2004 to 2005

Dufferin Aggregates subsidiary of St. Lawrence cement; Canada

• Took samples from blend plant and performed the lab tests according to OPSS and MTO standards, conducted physical and chemical tests, verified calibrations, compared results and made daily report for the production meetings.

• Member of Health and Safety Committee represented Quality Control Department. EDUCATION

• Masters in Civil Engineering from University of Waterloo, Ontario, completed in December 2011.

• Masters* in Environmental Engineering in 1997, from N.E.D University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan.

* Degree evaluated and recognized by ICAS and University of Toronto, Canada. Up to date knowledge of:

Infrastructure Management Design of Urban Water Systems Computer Aided Project

Management

Advances in Public Transportation Planning,

Operations and Control

Public Sector Economics and

Finance

Physio-Chemical Processes of Water and

Wastewater Systems

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND MEMBERSHIPS

• Workshop on “ISO 14000 & Cleaner Technologies”, organized by Pakistan Institute of Management, Asia Pacific Center for Transfer of Technologies (APCTT) and STEDEC (1998)

• Life Member Pakistan Engineering Council and Member Institute of Engineers, Pakistan

• Associate Member of Ontario Association of Civil Engineering Technicians & Technologists (OACETT)

• Completed Health & Safety Committee certified member part 1 course

• Certified Lab Technician from CCIL (Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories) and Certified Field Technician by CSA (Canadian Safety Association)

• Trained in WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) & implementation of health & safety on work site and CPR Certified

• Self-studying program for Practical loss Control Leadership, cleared exam

• Training on Decision Making Process conducted by Indiana Department of transportation & Federal Highway Authority under National Environmental Policy Act (2008)

• 6 days hands on training for Arc GIS I & II conducted by Indiana Department of Transportation & Indiana Department of Environmental Management (2008)

• Training on Design and Construction of Quality Preventive Maintenance Treatments conducted by National Highway Institute & Indiana Department of Transportation

• Safety & Operational Effects of Geometric Design Features conducted by US Federal Highway

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