MUHAMMAD RAZA
S UMMARY
Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on- track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors, and other stakeholders.
E X P E R I E NCE
Data Processing Specialist
Arcadis IBI Group Toronto, ON May 2023 - February 2024
Enhanced data processing by 20% to meet set goals by streamlining workflows and improving efficiency and productivity.
Identified discrepancies in data sets and developed strategies to resolve issues.
Used technology (Trans CAD, Google Maps) and critical thinking to evaluate routes taken by commercial vehicles when moving goods.
Reviewed and analyzed data processing system capabilities, workflows, and scheduling limitations.
Handled field tasks as per project training and maintained strong relationship with MTO, effectively addressing any safety concerns while working at Truck Inspection Stations (site).
Developed automated processes for streamlining data processing activities.
Performed quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy of processed data. Project Manager
Chefsmart Corp Richmond Hill, ON May 2021 - May 2023
Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
Sourced, vetted, and managed external stakeholders like vendors, delivery drivers, technical contractors to accomplish project milestones.
Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased creativity, efficiency, and reduced costs.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects. CONTACT
ad5npy@r.postjobfree.com
Aurora, ON L4G 1L4
S K I L L S
Excellent Communication
Client Relationships
Documentation Management
Project Scheduling
Inventory Control
Decision-Making
Problem-Solving
Project Budgeting
Problem Resolution
Conflict Resolution
Critical Thinking
Risk Management
Stakeholder Relations
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Team Leadership
Technical Support
Schedule Management
Root Cause Analysis
Meeting facilitation
Customer Relationship
Management (CRM)
E D U CATION AND
T RAINING
Post Graduate Certificate
Project Management
George Brown College, Toronto,
ON
Expected in August 2024
College Diploma
Civil Engineering
Seneca College, Toronto, ON
December 2017
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Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones. Project Coordinator
Safe Roads Engineering Stouffville, ON July 2020 - April 2021
Coordinate with teams and project manager for communication governance, budget, progress reports, risks and any technical problems that may arise during project lifecycle.
Monitored performance metrics such as cost, timeline, quality control and customer satisfaction levels.
Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives related to future projects.
Resolved conflicts among team members by providing creative solutions that addressed all parties' needs.
Maintain strong multi-level client contact and relationships and direct communications primarily for roadside safety projects.
Support multiple teams based on priority such as structural, transportation and traffic planning from project inception to close out.
Interpret and discuss drawings, change orders, request for information, submittals, meeting minutes, site visits, and reports with team.
Conduct field investigations for complex projects in coordination with clients, contractors, property owners and other related parties.
Use design tools such as AutoCAD to prepare engineering drawings including traffic control, staging, installation/removal of roadside assets and structural drawings.
Interpret existing design standards based on RDM, OPS, Book-7 and other proprietary engineering drawings to address potential roadside safety hazards in conjunction with Sr. Highway engineers and project managers.
Negotiate project terms with clients to get suitable outcomes.
Quality Verification Engineering for overhead signs (Highways), using Trimble equipment for surveying projects.
CAD Designer and Field/Lab Technician
EXP Services Inc Brampton, ON April 2018 - June 2020
Supported project team in design process to update details of drawings such as: site grading and servicing, erosion and sediment control, storm water management plans etc.
Interpreted technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports to revise ACAD/Civil 3D drawings.
Creating as-built drawings in coordination with designers and post construction survey drawings.
Obtained quotes for project materials and communicated with suppliers to determine best pricing.
Ensured safe excavation practices by performing subsurface utility engineering investigations before construction activities began.
Prepared samples of soil, concrete, gravel, and asphalt compiled relevant documentation and shipped at 100% accuracy rate to the company laboratory.
Maintained impeccable sample and testing logs at our in-house lab to ensure compliance with CCIL.
Reviewed engineering change orders to ensure design accuracy and conformance with customer requirements.
Created detailed 3D drawings of parts and assemblies using AutoCAD software.
Performed technical calculations to verify accuracy of designs. ADDITIONAL
COMPETENCY
AutoCAD
Civil 3D
MicroStation
Microsoft office suite
MS Project
MS Access
Visio
Jira
Monday.com
CAFM
Bluebeam
OPSS and OPSD
Occupational Health and
Safety Act and Regulations
(Green Book)
Ontario Traffic Manual- Book 7
Ontario Building Code 2012
ASTM, AASHTO, CSA and TAC's
geometric design guide.
P R O F E S S I ONAL
P R O J E C T S
Commercial Vehicle Survey
(CVSMTO) - AIBI Group.
Chefsmart Apps Suite –
Chefsmart Corp.
Hurontario LRT, Mississauga - EXP
Services Inc.
Design Build 30 plus Guiderails
for Town of Spring Waters, ON -
Safe Roads Engineering
Inspection of 25 plus Railway
Crossings across Town of
Thorold, ON - Safe Roads
Engineering
Burlington Skyway Bridge
Condition Assessment – Orbit
Engineering
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T RAINING AND P R O F E S S I O NAL D E V E L OPMENT
Active member of Seneca Helix for innovators program.
Online project management training.
Events’ organizer at local community
Fall Prevention Awareness.
Electrical Safety Awareness.
WHMIS 2015
Various site-specific training.