Engineer Sales
Resume:
Shakir Taj
ASIS Member # ********
Mobile: +971-**-*******
Email: *********@*****.***
Career Objective:
I seek challenging position in reputed organization as where my knowledge and experience shall be exploited to the optimum. I look forward to utilizing my all-round combination of experience of Technical and commercial skills and my in-depth knowledge in Security and Structured cabling systems.
International and Manufacturer Certifications:
1.SIRA Certified Engineer 2017-2019
2.AXIS CCTV – ACP Axis Certified Professional
3.Milestone – MCDE Milestone Certified Design Engineer
4.Pelco – Video Expert Certified Solutions Specialist
5.Lenovo- Data & Storage solution Designer
6.Genetec Security Center Design Training
7.Samsung (Hanwha) Security Design Engineer Certified
8.Honeywell ACS & Security Sales Engineering & Design Certified
9.Avigilon CCTV Sales Engineering & Design Certified
10.Belden IBDT certified Structured Cabling design and concept engineer
11.Bosch certified CCTV Access control & Intruder Alarm systems Engineer
12.SONY certified Security Professional – NSM& WDR Technologies
13.Kathrein systems Designing Diploma for Satellite systems
14.PSP – (ASIS Physical Security Professional) awaiting candidate for test
15.RCDD (BICSI Register Communication Distribution Designer) in Progress
Experienced with the following Security Systems & Software:
Surveillance and Access control systems:
Axis, Pelco, Honeywell, Samsung Hanwha, Bosch. Hikivision, Dahua. Lenel, Maxxess, Tyco and other brands
Hotel Verticals: Vingcard, Interel, Incomm, VDA, Saflock, Salto, Assa Abloy,
Analytics and Face Recognition: Ipsotek, Iominiscient, Vigilant, Herta
Security Management Software: Milestone, Axxonsoft, Pelco Video Expert, Avigilon, Genetec Security Center, Honeywell MAXPRO & IP Engine (CCTV) and Win-PAK (ACS)
Job Experiences:
1.Lead Presales Estimation - Security & ELV October 2017– Current
M/S Smartworld, Dubai.
Leading the Security systems Design and Engineering work on various iconic projects with different vendor requirement, guidelines and specifications. Proficient in designing the system at tender stage with all aspects of Security Systems and Structured Cabling. Providing pre-sales and post-sales technical support information to contractors and consultants, sharing good reputation with vendors.
My Duties and responsibilities include:
Reporting to Director of Sales & Presales as Lead Engineer for ELV and Physical Security solutions. Assisting in Sales Engineering of Structured cabling systems.
Design and Estimation expertise for Dubai Airports, Iconic Malls projects (Nakheel, Emaar, Meydan) Expo Pavilions.
Worked on implementation of projects with Government authorities and Jumeriah Group Hotels for Analytics such as outdoor surveillance, Drone detection and protection and facial identification analytics.
In addition to being very experienced in Security system Guidelines of Dubai SIRA 2018, Dubai Airports, Abu Dhabi MOI and ADEC, I am also well versed with Telecommunication Guidelines in the Region.
Prepare Sales Technical Presentation to client for the proposed solution
Providing POC for the implementation test and customizing system to requirement of the project.
Assist in the preparation of drawings and Submittals.
Established 18-year-old rapport with all Major Vendors of the industry.
2.Sr. Presales Engineer– Converged ICT / ELV Solutions
October 2013– September 2017 (4 years)
M/S Waseela Integrated Telecommunication Solution, Dubai.
Worked on projects with Various Verticals with different vendor requirement, guidelines and specifications. Proficient in designing the system at tender stage with all aspects of Structured Cabling and Security Systems. Providing pre-sales and post-sales technical support information to contractors and consultants, sharing good reputation with vendors. Verticals include Hospitality, Airports, Healthcare and Education.
My Duties and responsibilities include:
Reporting to Systems Engineering Director as Senior Lead Engineer design and costing of Security and Network design.
Also Work with consultants on proposing concept for new hotels and Schools which would be according to security and cabling guidelines for the region.
In addition to being very experienced in Security system Guidelines of Dubai DPS, Abu Dhabi MOI, Qatar MOI, ADEC, I am also well versed with Telecommunication Guidelines in the Region.
Manage to provide designs and project proposals and BOM optimization by using AutoCAD, Visio and relevant design tools.
Presenting to the Hotel Operators and Clients appropriate Security system design.
Manage Preparation of Project Submittals after receiving Intending Documents
Project Startup meetings with Consultants/ contactors teams and corresponding teams after for materials submittals.
3.Sr. Sales Solution Architect – Security Systems and Converged Networks
June 2011-September 2013 (2yr and 4 months)
M/S Prologix Distribution and ELV Solutions
Key Tasks:
Reporting to the Vice President Business Development for ELV solutions. Working on Large Scale project including Damac Buildings, Al Amal Hospital, Capital Bay and City Seasons Hotel
Managing the estimation, taking requirements, estimation, proposing costing sheets, handing over to the project management team.
Interacting effectively with other departments including the account management and operations team when handing over projects ensuring full and correct briefing in all aspects of the sale.
Attended regional trade shows, Technology events, industry-related conferences, and workshops/meetings.
4.Presales Manager ELV Systems January 2007 – May 2011 (4 yr 5 months)
M/S SYSCOM EMIRATES LLC (Dubai Investments), Dubai.
Key Tasks:
•Worked on government and private owned projects of value up to USD 25 million, with projects average of USD 12 Million.
•Provide technical sales support and application design of Low Current & Security Systems, services & solutions and support sales representatives in the field or meeting.
• Designing and preparing bill of quantities for comprehensive Low Current & Security Systems for residential business, commercial & industrial projects as requested by Sales department, etc.
• Providing expert level technical design and assistance to sales team/presales team in the field of Low Current & Security Systems.
• Planning, designing Low Current & Security Systems with the help of related information, specifications, site survey report, Technical drawings (floor layouts and schematics).
• Checking design compatibility of proposal for Low Current & Security Systems. Also ensuring integration is possible with other disciplines if necessary.
• Preparing Technical submittals for projects designed and support if required in team members technical submittals.
5. Sr. Project Engineer- Low current systems Dec 2004– Dec 2006 (2yrs 1month)
M/S Al Gurg Electronics (Now Scientechnic) Dubai.
Responsible for onsite installation of Low current systems CCTV, Structured cabling, PA BGM, SMATV, Lighting control system and Intercom
To provide installation, testing and commissioning report to the Project Manager for the handing over to the contractor.
Coordinate and provide the customer/ end user training for the system for access, operation and maintenance.
6.System Engineer- IT Solutions June 2001 – Nov 2004 ( 3yrs 4 months)
M/S Al Ghandi Solutions, Dubai
Reporting to Project Manager for various installation project and responsible of providing all the active equipment, computer hardware and software for the projects.
Installation of Active networks Computer Hardware for Fit out projects and User Network for Small and Medium Commercial Businesses.
Worked on field installation of Structured Cabling and CCTV systems for Etisalat Main office in Deira and Branch office in Jabel Ali.
Educational Qualification:
1.Bachelor of Computer Engineering- Communication & Networks (B.E)
Eastern Mediterranean University,
Famagusta, Cyprus.
(July 2000)
Personal Details:
Date of Birth: 15, April 1978.
Place of birth: Kuwait.
Driving license: Valid UAE Driving License
Languages: English
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