Arash Latiϐian, PMP®, PMY
*****.********@*****.*** – +1-236-***-**** – North Vancouver, BC – www.linkedin.com/in/arash-latifian SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
As PMP Project Manager, I am honored to have been awarded the best Project Manager of the Year 2021 (PMY) by the IPMA (International Project Management Association) my strength lies in orchestrating project activities across multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent mastery of value engineering, safeguarding company interests within contractual boundaries while enforcing engineering policies and guidelines.
Proactively addressed stakeholder concerns to sustain project momentum and Rigorous monitoring ensures that project deliverables meet stringent quality standards.
Astutely identifying and assessing project risks, I develop prudent risk response strategies, minimizing potential disruptions and enhancing overall project outcomes.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work and collaborate with a wide range of internal and external customers.
Expert user of software including Microsoft Ofϐice, AutoCAD, SAP, ETABS, TEKLA, SAFE. I am well-versed in reviewing and examining technical drawings, blueprints, and technical and contractual documents. WORK EXPERIENCES
Project Manager, Sazeh Consultants May 2018 – Present
Proficiently organizing, planning, and executing projects from initiation through commissioning, I have successfully managed two industrial and construction endeavors totaling over 20 million man-hours. In this role, I oversee the preparation of more than 5000 engineering documents and coordinate the delivery of more than 50,000 tons of goods from various global locations to the project site. Deputy Project Manager, Sazeh Consultants Sep 2015 – May 2018
Collaborated with seasoned project managers to acquire insights into client satisfaction and effective project delivery, resulting in a 5% reduction in project duration.
Provided project support to the Project Manager(s) including schedule updates, progress reports, and preparation of tender and contract documents.
Led team that was responsible for identifying, recording, controlling, and updating project risks and successfully implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies. Project Engineering Manager, Sazeh Consultants Aug 2010 – Sep 2015
As the Technical Lead, I skillfully guided the technical design and implementation process, and ensured alignment with the project vision by effectively translating requirements into actionable tasks.
Ensured that project activities were conducted following Colliers Project Leaders Quality Management System.
Proficiently analyzed situations, identified and forecasted pertinent problems, and evaluated realistic options. I recommend and implement appropriate courses of action. As a result, I achieved a 20% reduction in receiving site technical queries during the construction phase.
Organized and prioritized a variety of complex projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Project Engineer/Project Coordinator, Sazeh Consultants Oct 2008 – Aug 2010
Coordinated multi-discipline engineering efforts, and ensured timely preparation, evaluation, and recommendation of project deliverables.
Facilitated seamless communication and collaboration across engineering, procurement, logistics, contracts, and the construction team, adeptly resolved project-related challenges.
Provided valuable input to weekly and monthly reports, contributed to project transparency, and informed decision- making.
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Lead Structure Engineer, Sazeh Consultants Jul 2000 – Oct 2008
Formulated technical aspects of programs and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and assisted in shaping the company’s growth strategy. This streamlined process led to a remarkable 25% reduction in the man-hours required to prepare steel structure drawings.
Designed technical solutions to enhance the company’s service portfolio and executing all technical aspects of projects according to established plans.
Collaborated with the Director to assess technical resource needs and manage costs, monitored and reported on technical team progress for project deliverables.
Championed a culture of continuous technical improvement, and ensured compliance with pre-construction information and design risk assessments.
Acted as the discipline lead or point of contact on a project, supervising the work of other engineers and designers on the project team.
Prepared specifications, design criteria, and scope of work and supervise all material take-offs.
Worked with the project team in a multi-disciplinary environment, reporting on the progress of his team and deliverables, and provided staffing plans and estimated remaining effort to complete the work. Structure Engineer, Sazeh Consultants Mar 1997 - Jul 2000
Prepared cost-effective structural engineering designs from conceptual design to detail design, tender, and construction in accordance with International Codes and Standards.
Performed analysis and design of concrete foundations and steel structures for industrial projects, ensuring that objectives of cost, quality and time are met.
Worked directly with drafting staff to produce detailed drawing packages.
Performed site visits and inspected existing structures. Evaluate and analyze existing structures for modifications and additions and propose reinforcement solutions.
EDUCATION
Project Management Fundamentals (Waterfall and Agile), PMBOK Edition 7 Project Management Institute (PMI)
BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering
Azad University
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES
Volunteered as an instructor to train junior engineers within the company on the STAAD-Pro structural analysis program.
Volunteered to train junior students at the university in computer software program preparation. OTHR ACHIEVEMENTS
I am honored to have been awarded the best Project Manager of the Year 2021 (PMY) by the IPMA (International Project Management Association) in my homeland Country
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Principle and Tactics of Negotiation Training Course Completion
Familiarity with Stakeholder Management based on PMBOK (5thEdition) Training Course Completion certificate
ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Certification by DNV Company
XSTEEL Software (Tekla Structure Software), Training Course Completion Certification
PDMS Software Training Course Completion Certificate