MEMBER OF SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS
UAE
Experienced Senior Civil Engineer and Project
Coordinator with over 9 years of successfully
delivering multidisciplinary construction
projects in consultancy and contracting
environments. Skilled in site supervision, project coordination, and risk management, with a
proven record of leading projects from
planning through handover.
Experienced in coordinating multidisciplinary
teams and managing project documentation,
schedules, and budgets to ensure compliance
with client requirements and regulatory
standards. Committed to quickly adapting to
Canadian codes and standards, and applying
structured management practices to support
high-quality, timely, and cost-effective project
delivery.
SAMUEL ISKANDER
Senior Project Coordinator – PMP®, PMI-RMP®
Mississauga, Ontario
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-iskander/
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WORK EXPERIENCE
SENIOR PROJECT COORDINATOR 2024-2025
GCI – Group Consult International
Dubai, UAE
Acting as the primary site representative in a (G+2) 30MW data center facility project, supervising construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. Reviewing shop drawings, materials submittals, and method statements to verify alignment with approved project drawings and specifications. Leading coordination with contractors, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to address technical queries and maintain smooth progress on site.
Monitoring daily activities, progress schedules, and resource deployment, preparing detailed reports for management and clients. Facilitating inspections and approvals with relevant authorities. Addressing site issues promptly to avoid delays and cost overruns. EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
CERTIFICATIONS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
(PMP®)
RISK MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
(PMI-RMP®)
CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONAL
(PMI-CP®) - IN PROGRESS
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING –
CIVIL ENGINEERING
ARAB ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE,
TECHNOLOGY AND MARITIME TRANSPORT
CAIRO, EGYPT
2011 – 2016
SENIOR PROJECT COORDINATOR 2019-2024
Future Art Engineering Consultancy
Dubai, UAE
Successfully coordinated multiple residential and commercial projects, including a (G+2P+13) Residential Building, a (G+8) Building, and a
(B+G+1) Mall in Dubai, ensuring quality completion within schedule and budget.
Supervised all construction phases, from mobilization to handover, maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship. Reviewed and approved contractors’ interim payments, conducted detailed inspections of structural and civil works, and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinated communication between site teams, head office, consultants, and local authorities to secure timely approvals and resolve technical issues.
Conducted project risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to prevent delays and cost overruns.
Applied structured project management methodologies to optimize resources, scheduling, and reporting.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
AUTOCAD
PRIMAVERA
PLANSWIFT
MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE
PROJECT COORDINATOR 2016-2019
Eagle Building Contracting
Dubai, UAE
Prepared tender documentation, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates for large-scale residential and commercial projects. Ensured alignment between architectural and structural designs during preconstruction and tendering stages.
Managed project cost adjustments, variations, and claims, supporting overall project budgeting and profitability.
Participated in bid evaluations and negotiations, contributing to successful contract awards.
Developed project schedules and resource plans to support timely and competitive tender submissions.
Coordinated with suppliers to gather pricing data and technical specifications, ensuring accurate and compliant proposals. BLUEBEAM