RICARDO BOGNOT

Doha, Qatar

+974-********

ad4dz3@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Registered Civil Engineer with 19 years of GCC experience in building construction field supervision, encompassing excavation to architectural finishes, roads, bridges, pre-stress concrete structures, bored piles, foundations, micro-tunneling, pipelines installation, and waterworks/sewerage systems.

Managed and successfully completed diverse projects by fostering positive relationships with team members, sub-contractors, vendors, and clients, ensuring adherence to quality programs, applicable standards, and contractual requirements. Proficient in overseeing large-scale projects from concept to completion, demonstrating robust technical acumen, project management skills, and extensive experience in quality control/quality assurance procedures.

A proven track record of working effectively within teams, managing projects adeptly, prioritizing workloads, and consistently meeting deadlines. Thrives in high-pressure environments, consistently meeting strict deadlines and budget requirements.

MMUP/UPDA Registered Civil Engineer in Qatar.

EXPERIENCE Technical Manager, 01/2020 - 12/2023

Petroserv-limited.com, Doha, Qatar

Project: DN101 Roads and Infrastructure Projects in Jeryan, Nejaima, Doha, Qatar Client: ASHGAL

Consultant: Al Khaleej Engineering and Industrial Consultancy

• Conducted regular inspections and site visits to monitor construction progress, identifying deviations from approved plans and taking corrective actions.

• Managed a team of draftsmen, ensuring the timely production and submission of fully coordinated shop drawings.

• Aligned shop drawings with Civil, Structural IFC drawings, and MEP subcontractors' requirements.

• Coordinated construction teams on all activities, ensuring adherence to project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.

• Collaborated with team consultant engineers to ensure shop drawings adhered to project requirements.

• Submitted all procedures and design structural calculation reports to client for review and approval.

• Coordinated closely with consultants and stakeholders for effective project execution.

• Collaborated with consultants and stakeholders to facilitate the smooth execution of the project.

• Prepared Request for Inspection (RFI), detailed reports, outlooks, and method statements in accordance with contractual requirements.

• Reviewed project plans, designs, and contract documents, proposing effective solutions to potential issues.

• Maintained accurate project records, including log drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

• Provided technical expertise and guidance to the project team, including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.

• Resolved disputes or conflicts that arose during the construction process.

• Fostered effective communication and collaboration among team members to achieve project goals.

• Ensured project milestones and deadlines were met while adhering to the allocated budget. Construction Manager, 05/2019 - 01/2020

Al Rawdah General Transport, Doha, Qatar, Qatar

Project: Construction of Majli's and Residential Villas, Doha, Qatar Client: AWQAF

• Organized and prioritized multiple projects and tasks effectively, meeting deadlines and objectives.

• Monitored progress, documented communications, and identified and evaluated project issues and problems.

• Coordinated overall project plans and schedules, monitoring activities, progress, and milestones.

• Supported the creation and coordination of project effort hours, cost estimates, and budgets

• Coordinated the preparation, delivery, and coordination of project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages

• Assisted the Project Manager in developing documentation for project contractual and technical issues

• Identified and evaluated issues and events impacting project scope, cost, or schedule

• Possessed excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with management, team members, and stakeholders

• Prepared and executed project procedures, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations

• Supervised and mentored project resources, providing coaching and guidance

• Coordinated activities among project functions and engineering disciplines, ensuring alignment with established baseline documents

• Managed technical disciplines and vendors to ensure integrated designs meeting project requirements

• Assisted in implementing change management procedures and documented project changes

• Analyzed and made independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems of varying complexity

• Supported interface and communications with technical staff. Project Civil Engineer, 01/2018 - 04/2019

Bin Omran Trading, Doha, Qatar

Project: NOH2 North Orbital Highway CP-3, Doha, Qatar Client: ASHGAL

Consultant: AECOM Middle East

• Supervised and managed construction activities for civil structures, ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, and quality standards.

• Conducted site inspections, collaborated with consultants, and facilitated client inspections.

• Prepared Inspection Requests (IR) and accompanied Consultant Civil Site Inspector during scheduled inspections.

• Managed sub-contractor activities to uphold safety, health, environment, and working conditions standards.

• Collaborated with the Project Manager, consultant and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Monitored and controlled project budgets and resources including labor and materials.

• Conducted site inspections and quality control checks to ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations.

• Resolved construction process challenges promptly, maintaining a focus on safety and quality.

• Maintained accurate project documentation and records, providing regular progress reports to project teams and stakeholders.

• Maintained accurate project records, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

Senior Site Engineer, 09/2013 - 12/2017

Qatar Diar Vinci Construction, Doha, Qatar

Project: Doha Metro Red Line South, Doha, Qatar

Client: Qatar Rail

Consultant: Jacobs International Consultancy

• Supervised site construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans, method statements, and contractual specifications.

• Reviewed project plans, designs, and contract documents to identify potential issues and proposed effective solutions.

• Conducted daily reviews of work progress, identifying and resolving emerging issues promptly.

• Resolved disputes or conflicts that arose during the construction process.

• Selected tools, materials, and equipment while efficiently tracking inventory to support seamless project execution.

• Maintained accurate project records, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

• Consistently ensured the timely completion of allocated tasks within specified deadlines.

• Collaborated with Construction Manager and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Worked with Construction Manager to create clear and concise RFI's. Senior QA/QC Engineer, 03/2012 - 09/2013

Keppel Seghers Singapore Pte.Ltd, Doha, Qatar

Project: Doha North Sewerage Treatment Plant (Design and Build) Client: ASHGAL

Consultant: Stanley Consultants

• Monitored and witnessed inspection tests/samples for conformance to contract plans, specifications, and approved drawings.

• Reviewed Method Statements (MS) and prepared Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) before project implementation.

• Addressed Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and Quality Observations, ensuring timely resolution.

• Conducted site inspections, collaborated with consultants, and facilitated client inspections.

• Supervised the execution of civil and structural works to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Led testing, commissioning, and preparation of Construction Completion documentation for client handover.

• Coordinated trades, built positive rapport with stakeholders, and facilitated the implementation of quality programs.

• Reported defects quickly and precisely, enabling swift remedy for reduced operational disruption.

• Identified test failure issues, deploying efficient corrective action for swift resolution.

• Defined and implemented process improvements, enhancing company-wide engineering practices.

• Observed operations to verify workflows and processes complied with safety regulations.

• Improved operational efficiency by closely monitoring team productions and identifying inefficient processes.

• Prepared and submitted reports to QC Manager on material non conformance and took corrective actions.

• Conducted thorough quality assessments to determine if products met company's high- quality standards.

• Closely observed operations to ensure workflows and processes complied with safety regulations.

• Checked and recorded incoming raw materials, verified quality against established specifications and updated inventory systems with new quantities.

• Submitted quality audits and accreditation applications and enforced established standards to keep production processes in check.

• Led investigations into quality-related issues, determining defects' root causes and implementing preventive measures to eradicate identified problems. Site Engineer, 12/2009 - 12/2011

Ultra Construction and Engineering Co.Ltd., Doha, Qatar, Qatar Project: Doha North Sewerage Treatment & Associated Works Interceptor sewer, CP 682/3, Doha, Qatar

Client: ASHGAL

Consultant: Stanley Consultants

• Responsible for the day-to-day surveillance and inspection of construction activities within their discipline.

• Managed and oversee construction activities, ensuring adherence to project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.

• Reviewed project plans, designs, and contract documents to identify potential issues and proposed effective solutions.

• Resolved disputes or conflicts that arose during the construction process.

• Maintained accurate project records, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

• Collaborated with Construction Manager and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget. ·

• Responded technical concerns and devised solutions to resolve site and engineering problems.

Project Civil Engineer, 08/2008 - 10/2009

Elite Contracting Company, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates Project: G+5, G+7 Commercial and Residential Buildings and Construction of Sewerage Treatment Plant in Al Quilaya, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Consultant: Sharjah Engineering Consultant

• Managed the overall site construction of the G+5 and G+7 residential and commercial buildings from inception to project completion.

• Assisted the Project Manager with all procurement and purchases of materials required and services including the preparation of subcontracts.

• Reviewed project plans, designs, and contract documents to identify potential issues and proposed effective solutions.

• Demonstrated a proactive and innovative problem-solving approach while prioritizing client and company interests and adhering to legal boundaries.

• Supported project management in successful project delivery within scope, schedule and budget.

• Works within a team to develop Project plans and prepares or reviews technical specifications, and estimates.

• Attended weekly collaboration meetings with the engineers and stakeholders.

• Resolved disputes or conflicts that arose during the construction process.

• Collaborated with Project Manager and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Maintained accurate project records, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

• Prepared and submitted progress reports, change orders, and project-related documentation.

Project Civil Engineer, 07/2004 - 06/2008

Al Mashrik Company, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Project: Four (4) Story Building -Royal Commission Headquarters for Jubail and Yanbu, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Consultant: Zuhair Fayez Partnership Consultant

• Supervised and managed construction activities for civil structures, ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, and quality standards.

• Managed sub-contractor activities to uphold safety, health, environment, and working conditions standards

• Reviewed project plans, designs, and contract documents to identify potential issues and proposed effective solutions.

• Prepared manpower and allocated resources • on a monthly basis.

• Attended project teams weekly construction coordination meeting.

• Resolved disputes or conflicts that arose during the construction process.

• Collaborated with the Construction Manager and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Monitored and controlled project budgets and resources.

• Maintained accurate project documentation and records, providing regular progress reports to project teams and stakeholders.

CORE

QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Planning and Execution

• Technical Expertise

• Safety Compliance

• Financial Management

• Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Construction Inspection

• Conflict Resolution

• Communication and Collaboration

• Team Coordination

• Problem-Solving

• Contract Management

• Communication and Reporting

• Regulatory Compliance

• Quality Control and Inspection

• Contract Review and Compliance

.. • Analytical and Organizational Skills

EDUCATION

University of the Assumption, San Fernando Pampanga,PHILIPPINES, 1978 Bachelor's Degree: Civil Engineering

ACCOMPLISHMENT

S

• Successfully managed and completed a large-scale infrastructure project, delivering it on time and within budget, while meeting all quality and safety standards

• Led a multidisciplinary team in the design and construction of a multi-story building, resolving technical challenges and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

• Implemented a comprehensive risk management strategy for a high-profile project, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks, resulting in a smooth and successful project delivery

• Led a team in conducting a thorough analysis and redesign of a problematic structural element, resulting in improved structural integrity and enhanced safety

• Developed and implemented a quality control program that resulted in an increase in client satisfaction and a decrease in the number of construction defects

• Successfully managed project changes and variations, negotiating with stakeholders and contractors to minimize disruptions and project delays. CERTIFICATIONS MMUP/UPDA Registered Civil Engineer in Qatar Structural Engineering Course in United Arab Emirates Cost Control Engineering in Qatar

AFFILIATIONS Member-Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers -Qatar Chapter Member-Filipino Planning Engineers Association -Qatar Chapter LANGUAGES English: First Language

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