Mechanical Engineer Project
Resume:
Agustin S. Borja
Mobile Number: +971*********
Email Address: **************@*****.***
Professional History
July 2019 – Present
AECOM, UAE
MEP Project Surveyor, PCC
Dubai,UAE
April 2014 – June 2019
AECOM, UAE
MEP Project Surveyor, Midfield Terminal Project
Abu Dhabi,UAE
August 2011 – March 2014
AECOM, UAE
Project Surveyor, Measurement Studio
November 2009 – July 2011
AECOM, Bahrain
Project Surveyor,Measurement Studio
November 2008 – October 2009
Faithful and Gould, Dubai, UAE
Quantity Surveyor
August 2006 – October 2008
Gutmann Systems, Dubai, UAE
Quantity Surveyor
Academic Training
BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering
In the Philippines
Affiliations
Registered Mechanical Engineer by the
Professional Regualtion Commission (PRC) in
the Philippines
Member of the Philippine Society of Mechanical
Engineers
Member of Philippine Institute of Certified
Quantity Surveyors, Dubai, UAE
Country Experience
Philippines, Bahrain, UAE
Nationality
Filipino
Languages
English, Filipino
Agustin is enthusiastic, committed to do his work
to the highest quality and standards to meet
client’s expectations.
Key Achievements
Substantial experience in measurement using
CAD Measure and BIM Measure in preparation
of cost plans, tender documents (especially
BQ’s), variations and final accounts.
Quantity surveying work experience both on
high-profile projects in contracting with
internationally recognized consultancies. Also
experienced with newly built multi-million-dollar
(US) projects on a variety of building types:
hotels, healthcare, retail, commercial,
residential, as well as transportation projects,
infrastructure/utilities, airport, and roads.
Career Summary
On August 2011, the Measurement Studio
relocated to the Dubai office in UAE. Agustin
was responsible for ensuring that all MEP
measurement work is carried out in accordance
with the Team’s System of Best Practice. He is
experienced with Plumbing and Mechanical
Installations.
On November 2009, Agustin joined AECOM in
the Measurement Studio MEP cluster group.
During this time, He was responsible for the
preparation of tender documents and bills of
quantities, pre-contract documents and
preparation of cost plans for
mechanical/plumbing installations.
On October 2008, Agustin joined Faithful and
Gould, his role as an office/site-based quantity
surveyor involved the measurement of Bills of
Quantities, whilst also providing assistance in
preparation of Tender analysis and reports, the
preparation of monthly payment applications and
substantiation of variation claims.
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On August 2006, Agustin moved to Middle East
with Gutmann Systems, His role as a quantity
surveyor involved him in the preparation of
monthly payment applications and substantiation
of variation claims, and estimation of material
analysis in preparation of Bills of Quantities.
Agustin brings over 14 years of quantity
surveying experience both on pre contract and
post contract projects across Asia and the
Middle East geographies
July 2019 – Present
AECOM, UAE
MEP Project Surveyor, PCC
Dubai, UAE
Duties and responsibilities
Preparation of monthly payment
application and substantiation of
variation claims.
Verification of Contractors monthly
payment applications and issue
recommendations.
Preparation of budget estimates.
Verification of MOS Materials on Site for
payment.
Evaluation of proposed MEP variations
to the contract of both client and
contractor
Analyzation of MEP contractor’s
proposal variation and prepare the
evaluation of variations.
Negotiation and agree new rates and
star rates with the Contractor.
Analyzation of request for construction
and prepare the rough magnitude of
estimates
Preparation budget estimates on
Concept and Design stage and take
market testing on materials and
supplier‘s quote proposal
Preparation of Tender analysis and
reports
Attends meetings as and when required
April 2013 – June 2019
AECOM, UAE
MEP Project Surveyor
Midfield Terminal Project, Abu Dhabi Airport
Duties and responsibilities
Carrying out the cost of construction works
by methods such as tender rates, star rates,
new rates, build up rates, quotations or day
works. Substantial experience in
measurement using CAD Measure and BIM
Measure in preparation of cost plans, tender
documents (especially BQ’s), variations and
final accounts.
Assesses, negotiates, and agreed with the
Contractor the valuation of change to
Mechanical Works in Midfield Terminal
Complex (MTC), Abu Dhabi Airport Project.
Various knowledge in implementing change
control procedures with the contract.
Support and actively take part in team-wide
initiatives to improve efficient working
practices, such as providing input into the
preparation of new protocols, updating
existing ones, research into new working
practices.
General understanding in reporting and
forecasting of cost during the construction
phase of the project.
General knowledge in implementing
procurement routes such as traditional
design and build, management forms, terms
and serial contracting and other MEP
Works.
Carrying out tender and negotiation process
such as single and two stage tendering, the
use of codes of practice and electronic
tendering.
Understanding alternative construction
details in relation to functional elements of
the design such as different types of
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire
Protections and BMS solutions
Carrying out the contractual mechanism and
procedures relevant to the financial
management aspects of projects. Evaluates
and proposed variations to the contract for
Commercial and Contractual impact.
Prepares Variation Orders (VO) for MEP
works such as change procedures/
valuations, loss and expense of final
accounts
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August 2011 – March 2013
AECOM, UAE
Project Surveyor
Measurement Studio
Duties and responsibilities
Works with our Team Leader. Prior to the
commencement of any task, we effectively
plan their work, including the assessment of
man-hours and likely delivery dates,
including input/preparation of Project
Execution Plans.
Assists in downloading design information
and printing off drawings when required. If
necessary, Drawings are needed to be
converted to an approved format that is
compatible with our measurement software.
Carries out measurement work on a variety
of projects, recognizing the need to vary the
measurement strategy when measuring,
say, cost plans v BQ’s.
Drafts and prepares cost plans and BQ
descriptions which accurately covers the
scope of works.
Prepares measurement preambles as
necessary, to suit the project requirements.
Maintains performance data of each work
task and provide the same to their
respective Team Leaders.
Prepares query sheets/obtain design
clarifications from the design team.
Ensures compliance with all team protocols
particularly, our System of Best Practice (QA
process), making sure all work is self-
checked and of a high standard.
Assists in the preparation of Close Out
reports at project completion and ensure
archiving of all project information.
Supports and actively takes part in team-
wide initiatives to improve efficient working
practices, such as providing input into the
preparation of new protocols, updating
existing ones, research into new working
practices.
Some of the projects Agustin has been involved
with whilst in this role are:
Dubai International Airport T2, Dubai, UAE
Al Raha Beach Resort Project, Abu Dhabi,
UAE
KKMC, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
KAFD Aquarium, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
NOGA Tower, Kingdom of Bahrain
Campus Project, Iraq
Baha Mar Hotel and Resort, The Bahamas
Dubai Airshow Hangars, Dubai, UAE
November 2009 – July 2011
AECOM, Bahrain
MEP Project Surveyor
Measurement Studio
Duties and responsibilities
Measurement and take off for MEP Bill
of Quantities (BOQ).
Undertake measurement procedures
and protocols for BOQ.
Pre-contract measurement, in form of
variation and final accounts
Practical implementation of ensuring
quality in all work MEP QA requirements
Checks and prepares quick efficient
measurement updates tender addenda
or cost plans.
Evaluation of proposed variations to the
contract of both client and contractor
Negotiation and agree new rates with
the Contractor.
Preparation of budget estimates.
Perform the require work as project
surveyor firm’s proprietary procedures &
systems
Some of the projects Agustin was involved with
whilst in this role are:
Abu Dhabi Media Zone, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Haramain High Speed Rail, KSA
New Doha International Airport, Doha,Qatar
Beirut City Centre, Beirut Lebanon
Al Ghadeer, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi,
UAE
Cleveland Clinic, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Arabsat Headquarters, KSA
King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and
Research Center (KAPSARC), KSA
CAPRICE Gold Hotel, Turkey
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November 2008 – October 2009
Faithful and Gould, Dubai,UAE
Quantity Surveyor
Duties and responsibilities
Undertakes measurement for Bill of
Quantities (BOQ).
Assists in preparation of Tender analysis
and reports.
Verifies Contractors monthly payment
applications and issue recommendations.
Checks and approves Contractor’s final
account.
Evaluates proposed variations to the
contract for Commercial and Contractual
impact.
Negotiates and agrees new rates with the
Contractor.
Responsible for verification of MOS
Materials on Site for payment.
Preparation of budget estimates.
Attends meetings as and when required.
Some of the projects Agustin was involved with
whilst in this role were:
Al Mas Tower, Dubai
Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Al Ain Infrastructure, Al Ain, UAE
Smart City Malta
August 2006 – October 2008
Gutmann Systems, Dubai, UAE
Quantity Surveyor
Duties and responsibilities
Evaluates detailed drawings with reference
to the technical specifications
Undertakes duties in pre- and post-contract
work.
Estimates material analysis in preparation of
BOQ
Surveys the site to prepare actual material
requirement at site & costing
Verifies project specification and
coordination with the contractor
Approves new rates with the Contractor.
Responsible for the specification analysis of
projects.
Some of the projects Agustin was involved with
whilst in this role were:
Jumeirah Lake Tower, Dubai, UAE
Madakhel Tower, Kuwait
Jumeirah Park Villa, Dubai, UAE
King Abdulaziz International Airport, KSA
Saba Tower, Dubai, UAE
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