Project Engineer Civil Engineering

Arefin Siddikui

Email: **************@*****.*** Phone: +1-409-***-**** linkedin.com/in/arefin-siddiqui/ Location: Beaumont, TX Professional Summary

Lead Project Engineer with extensive experience in planning and implementation of major construction projects undertaken by international and local contractors under DOT, FAA Conditions of Contract. Expertise in infrastructure design and construction, covering civil, structural, temporary works, MEP, and systems, with a specialization in roadways, highways, airports, and heavy civil projects. Proven ability to manage full project lifecycles, from design management and execution to commissioning, including planning, scheduling, defining work requirements, instituting controls, and monitoring all activities. Adept at ensuring compliance with construction standards, contract specifications, and safety regulations, while delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. I am proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, QGIS, R-Studio, and Microsoft Project. Education

Master of Engineering Science (Civil Engineering)

Lamar University, Beaumont, TX Expected May 2025 (GPA: 3.65) Bachelor of Science (Civil Engineering)

Khulna University of Engineering and Technology, Khulna, Bangladesh July 2012 Certifications & Memberships

Fundamental Engineering (FE) (Registered for Exam)

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) (Approved for Exam)

OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Construction Safety (Certified)

Procore Certification: Project Manager (Project Management) Skills

Project scheduling, quality control, material procurement, site safety compliance, AutoCAD 2D/3D, Civil 3D, Quantity Takeoffs, Estimation, RFIs, BOQ, Change Orders, Field Orders, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Cost Optimization, ArcGIS, QGIS, Python for GIS, Logistic Regression (R-Studio, Excel), FAA, DOT, OSHA, JHA (Job Hazard Analysis). Professional Experience

Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant Lamar University 2024 – Present

Conducted logistic regression analysis on Texas bridge infrastructure using National Bridge Inventory (NBI) data.

Developed GIS-based risk assessment models for infrastructure project planning.

Assisted faculty with coursework in civil engineering data analysis, traffic modeling (PTV Visum), and GIS applications.

Deputy Project Manager Mir Akhter Hossain Ltd. Bangladesh January 2023 – December 2023

• Oversaw the construction of a 15-km four-lane National Highway under the SASEC Dhaka-Sylhet Corridor Road Investment Project, ensuring compliance with JICA-funded project specifications.

• Evaluated project alignment and coordinated with Bangladesh Roads & Highways Department and international consultants.

• Assisted in the development of project scope, budget, schedule, and procurement of materials.

• Conducted subsurface bridge structure evaluations based on AASHTO LRFD standards.

• Coordinated surveying activities and developed shop drawings for road sections and alignments in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Managed project safety and environmental compliance, working closely with safety teams to implement hazard mitigation strategies.

Project Engineer Mir Akhter Hossain Ltd. Bangladesh January 2015 – December 2017

• Assisted in managing the Cox’s Bazar Airport Runway Extension & Widening Project, ensuring compliance with FAA specifications.

• Supervised runway widening (150 ft to 200 ft) and extension (2 km to 3 km) for improved flight operations.

• Coordinated unsuitable soil replacement and subgrade stabilization using river dredged sand and compaction techniques.

• Managed the placement of aggregate base course layers, ensuring 100% compaction compliance (Modified Proctor Test).

Highway Engineer Abdul Monem Ltd. Bangladesh January 2018 – December 2018

• Led multilane highway construction in a high-traffic urban area, ensuring compliance with municipal and client specifications.

• Collaborated with Bangladesh Army Corps of Engineers to resolve on-site challenges.

• Supervised survey teams and developed shop drawings for road alignment and cross-sections.

• Managed subcontractors, utility relocations, and environmental compliance measures.

• Tracked materials, equipment, and labor costs, ensuring proper budget allocation and cost control. Project Manager Mir Akhter Hossain Ltd. Bangladesh January 2019 – December 2022

• Managed runway resurfacing projects using Polymer Modified Asphalt (PMA) technology, ensuring compliance with FAA and ICAO standards.

• Supervised a large workforce for rapid nighttime asphalt overlay operations, ensuring zero flight interruptions.

• Led materials management teams for on-site aggregate processing and compliance.

• Coordinated with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure adherence to project safety and quality standards.

• Successfully completed and handed over 250,000 MT asphalt works on schedule.

• Assisted in client and consultant coordination, conducting site inspections and progress evaluations. Relevant Projects

Texas Bridge Data Analysis Project (Lamar University, 2024)

Conducted a logistic regression model to predict bridge failure risks based on 2023 NBI survey data.

Visualized results using GIS mapping, highlighting high-risk structures. Pavement Design for Airport Runways (Mir Akhter Hossain Ltd., 2020-2023)

Managed airport pavement overlay projects with strict compliance to FAA and ICAO standards.

Supervised quality control, material testing, and night-time asphalt operations. Achievements

Successfully managed $50M+ infrastructure projects in aviation and transportation.

It led a team of 50+ field engineers and technicians to execute complex construction tasks.

Improved construction efficiency by 30% through optimized scheduling and cost analysis.

Developed Python-based GIS models for civil engineering applications. Extracurricular Activities

• 2024- Present: ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) Student Member

• 2024- Present: PMP (Project Management Professional) Student Member

• 2012- Present: Member of Engineers Institution of Bangladesh.

• 2024-2025: President of the Bangladeshi Student Organization (BSO) at Lamar University.

• 2010-2011: Member of the Cultural Committee of the Student Welfare Association at (KUET)

• 2010-2011: Served as Class Representative at Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), Civil Engineering Department.

• 2009-2010: Active member of DREAM, a voluntary blood donors' organization in KUET.

• 2007-2008: Member of the Greater Khulna Association, KUET.

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