Electrical Engineer

Ihtashan Tahir

United Arab Emirates +971-********* ********@*****.***

Executive Summary

An accomplished electrical engineer with 11+ years of diversified experience in handling high-end projects with holding a track record of success and proficiency in scoping, planning, design, execution, monitoring, control, commissioning and maintenance within defined time and cost constraints along with project management and quality control to deliver innovative and sustainable best value solutions that exceeding client business expectations. Lead engineer on design, implementation, and real-world troubleshooting of electrical systems for a variety of large-scale, integrated projects including consultancy, contracting, maintenance and real estate. Success of handling Electrical Projects, MEP Projects, Datacenter Projects, Upgradation, Modification, Maintenance, Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Projects from scratch till successful handover.

Exercising technical and commercial judgment for improvements in corporate Electrical System, facilities management, Project Execution, construction, design, site installation, Site inspection, testing and commissioning and handover.

Taking pride in managing some of the most exciting projects in the industry including residential buildings, Villas, Commercial buildings, Data centers while complying with regulatory standards and procedures of the electrical industry.

Highly accorded for a flexible approach and technical superiority in diverse projects of varying complexity and scale.

Effective leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills proved in fast-paced environments which require initiative, independent decision making, and team building.

Core Competencies

Project Planning/Execution

Strategic and Operational Planning

Budget Planning & Controlling

Cost Estimation

Site Installation/ Inspections

Electrical Codes/Standards

Testing & Commissioning

Regulatory Compliance

Onsite Inspection Processes

MEP Design Validation

Decision Making/Support

LV Switchgear System

ELV Systems (CCTV, ACS, Gate

Barrier, ANPR System)

Fire Protection System

UPS Systems

Operational effectiveness

Electrical Systems Modification

Resource Optimization

Quality Assurance/Control

Facilities Maintenance

Engineering Calculations

Technical Understanding

Repairs & Maintenance

Communication & Analytical Skills

Multi-tasking

Technical Support

Professional Experience

Etisalat - Property & Project Management, Abu Dhabi, UAE (Sept 2019 – Present) Electrical Engineer

The company has a footprint spread across 15 countries, managing Telecommunication and associated facilities, where Etisalat Property & Project Management facilitates group in term of new construction of buildings, Data Centers Facility, Power upgradation and Maintenance

Accomplishments

Entrusted with overall responsibility of managing Electrical, MEP & Facilities Maintenance works right from reviewing technical drawings (concept drawing, shop drawings, layout drawings and other documents) for MEP, LV and ELV systems including UPS, Switch gears, Fire protection/suppression system, Lighting system, total load computations, cable sizes, breakers, battery calculation in alignment with project specifications, local and international codes.

Key Accountabilities

Instrumental in delivering next-generation solutions in design, construction, commissioning of new development for datacenter project, Power Upgradation and Maintenance Project.

Robust record of success in systematizing maintenance function and providing advocacy in technical aspects during engineering design (AutoCAD), building design, layouts as well as project detailing, scheduling and resource utilization including material.

Commanding project management and Electrical and MEP engineering tasks taking it from detailed design; leading the technical review, managing project resources including labor, material, equipment, testing and tracking project progress, etc.

Serving as a liaison between multi-stakeholders including government authorities and sub-contractors to complete projects successfully within the scope and desired results.

Developing and managing safety-oriented, robust, cost-effective, technically feasible programs by evaluating site documents for method statements and material submittals and material inspection requests.

Analyzing project inception plan and contributing to inspection & management by performing inspections based on site codes; DEWA, ADWEA, SEWA, OEC, BS, IEC.

Systemizing quality control and assurance programs, reporting functions and fostering effective communications with suppliers and contractors for smooth execution, appropriate scheduling and coordination. Arenco – Abdullah Ahmed Al Moosa Enterprise, Dubai, UAE (Oct 2015 – Aug 2019) Facility Engineer

The company is part of AA Al Moosa Enterprise with business interests in Architecture, Engineering Consultancy, Real Estate and Facilities Maintenance.

Accomplishments

Handpicked to lead site activities for new building projects, Building refurbishment project and maintenance responsibilities for constructed commercial, residential buildings and Villas. Key Accountabilities

Directed a project team encompassing Contractor, sub-contractors, Project Team, Maintenance Team, and commissioning team during the entire project lifecycle and ensured project completions as per defines schedule.

Fully complied with all applicable design standards and client requirements to agreed time, cost and quality requirements in addition to ascertaining project milestones.

Ensured adequate monitoring for implementation of MEP works for new buildings, renovation and maintenance as well as installation Electrical and Mechanical systems like lighting control/gate barrier, Fire Alarm, Plumbing, Air conditioning, CCTV camera structure cabling, turnstile gate, LV Panels etc.

Worked in close coordination with client, stakeholders and other professionals for seamless execution of project/site activities. Facilitated up-gradation, modification & redesigning of electrical work.

Enforced strict mechanisms to achieve desired QA/QC plan; controlled PPM for maintenance work and reported on technical necessities, design requirements and project progress.

Effectively handled the multidisciplinary nature of the role and managed multidisciplinary engineering teams including sub-contractors while monitoring their performance. Gentech – General International Technical Company, Dubai, UAE (April 2012 – Jul 2014) Electrical Engineer

The company is well known contractor who is dealing in Fire Protection, Surveillance Solution, Integrated ELV services and Facilities Maintenance.

Key Accountabilities

Mobilized all resources including manpower and electrical material at the site to match the project schedule and site requirements. Carried out installation, inspections of site activities and oversaw testing & commissioning.

Delivered a full range of electrical engineering services to the project teams and oversaw the design of fire detection and alarm system, and gaseous fire suppression systems, considering the compatibility of local authorities and international standards.

Created designs and estimation of CCTV system, Access Control, Gate Barrier, Central Battery System and Public Address system. Addressed all inquiries related to Fire Alarm, Fire Fighting and Gas Suppression System.

Developed the sequence of operations and control projects for cost (equipment and material costs), resource deployment, contract specifications, and time overruns and quality.

Collaborated with Client/Engineers to gather required documents/information before design and later with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure engineering, design, and implementation.

Ensured all engineered solutions are commercially competitive to meet project scope and time constraints while assessing them for technical, commercial and budget feasibility

Provided inputs in compiling material submittal and period site reports. Maintaining accurate records and documents for projects handled and presented the same to manager and parties involved (both internally and externally) along with recommendations for improvisation.

Regularly captured, analyzed and supervised site performance for conformance with contract document, client’s specification and manufacturer.

Mobilized all resources and electrical material at the site to match the project schedule and site requirements. Carried out inspections of site activities and oversaw testing & commissioning. Saadies Power & Energies, Peshawar, Pakistan (Jan 2009 –Nov 2011) Electrical Engineer

The company is an Electrical contractor provide services for Installation of Electrical Systems, Electrical Designs/solutions, maintenance and automation.

Key Accountabilities

Vital in carrying out the installation and commissioning of electrochemical, mechanical machines and different electrical circuits.

Instrumental in electrical/automation design and modification of systems as well as designing and programming for different applications, simultaneously adhering to codes and standards of safety.

Enabled the repairing and redesigning of Panels according to requirement, streamlined processes for warranty claim inspection.

Provided functional leadership, technical support, and strategic planning for reviewing method statements, materials and submittals.

Delivered unparalleled expertise for devising a robust preventive maintenance proposal and proven excellence in delivering defect-free Industrial Solutions.

Attended meeting with the management team and interfaced with the client from the start of the project till completion. Other Professional Experiences

Jun 2008 – Dec 2008: Civil Drafting & Quantity Surveyor Ilyas Builders, Peshawar, Pakistan Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Electrical Engineering Cecos University of Information Technology and Emerging Sciences, Peshawar (2008)

Professional Development

Medium Voltage Solution-ABB

PLC, Microcontroller &HMI (Advance)

Critical Power Management System Ups & ATS-ABB

Earthing & Lighting Protection-ABB

Diploma in Quantity Surveyor (Civil)

AutoCAD MEP (2d+3d Architect)

Public Address & Voice Evacuation – Honeywell

Explosion Proof & Hazardous Gas Detectors – Honeywell

Lighting Control System-ABB

Central Battery System-Teknoware/ABB

Self-Contained Monitoring System-JSB/ABB

MS Project

Technical Competencies

AutoCAD

MS Office

Outlook

Dialux

GX Developer

Turbo C

MS Windows 98/XP/Vista/7/10

Internet Surfing

Hardware Assembling

Memberships

Registered with Society of Engineers SOE - UAE

Affiliated and accredited by Pakistan Engineering Council PEC Personal Info

Nationality: Pakistan

Date of Birth: 22nd Nov 1984

Marital Status: Married

Languages: English (professional proficiency), Urdu/Panjabi/Pashtu (Native).

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