International Site/Project Engineer Seismic Design Expert

RABIH ALKAWWAS

Civil Engineer Structural & Earthquake Engineering Specialist ArchiCAD Teaching Assistant Syria, Swaida +963-***-***-*** *****.**.******@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Civil Engineer Civil Engineer with over 10 years of experience in structural design, site supervision, seismic retrofitting, and BIM training. MSc in Earthquake Engineering with proven expertise delivering complex projects for UNDP, NRC, and UNFPA. Advanced user of ETABS, SAFE, Revit, and ArchiCAD, with specialist knowledge in BRB energy dissipation systems and nonlinear analysis. ArchiCAD Teaching Assistant at Damascus University, having trained 50+ architects and engineers under the first certified ArchiCAD trainer in the Middle East. Combines strong design capabilities with hands-on site experience in conflict-affected and remote environments.. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Design Engineer Enana 9D Company, Syria May 2018 – Present

Lead structural design for luxury tourism, high-rise, and sports facilities, ensuring code compliance (IBC, local) and seismic resilience

Key projects: Luxury Tourist Resort ($500K+ budget); Japanese Metabolism-Style Tower

(cantilevered/recessed box volumes per floor, nonlinear seismic analysis); Multi-Purpose Sports Field

(dynamic loading); Composite Floor Systems (solid, flat, ribbed slabs for cost-performance optimization(

Perform advanced structural simulations (pushover, time-history, performance-based design) using ETABS and SAFE.

Deliver BIM models and construction documentation in Revit and ArchiCAD, coordinating with architecture and MEP teams.

ArchiCAD Teaching Assistant (Architecture, Structural & MEP) Damascus University & Private Courses 2019 – Present

Assist the first ArchiCAD trainer in the Middle East at Damascus University's Faculty of Architecture, delivering in-person training across three disciplines.

Conduct hands-on lab sessions in BIM modeling, structural detailing, and MEP coordination; trained 50+ students and professionals to date.

Independently facilitate private workshops for practicing engineers upgrading their ArchiCAD skills. Site Engineer (FIFO) Sana Company, Nigeria Dec 2021 – Apr 2022

Oversaw remote site construction on a rotational basis; managed QA/QC inspections, progress tracking, and technical coordination with multinational teams.

Site Engineer – Donor-Funded Projects (UN & INGO Clients) Syria Dec 2017 – Aug 2020

Delivered multiple construction projects as lead site engineer for main contractors executing works funded and supervised by UN agencies and international NGOs. UNFPA Health Facilities Abd Alrahman Company Dec 2017 – Apr 2018

Supervised daily construction operations for health/support facilities on behalf of the main contractor, liaising directly with UNFPA technical supervisors to ensure full compliance with UN quality, safety, and shelter standards.

Prepared and submitted daily technical reports to UNFPA representatives, consistently meeting strict international reporting requirements.

NRC School Rehabilitation Nov 2018 – Dec 2019

Led the structural assessment and seismic retrofitting of 6 war-damaged schools as the contractor's site engineer, executing works under NRC and Sphere international shelter standards.

Coordinated closely with NRC engineers and local stakeholders to fast-track project completion; successfully handed over all 6 schools on schedule through rigorous contractor-led QA/QC protocols. UNDP/UNSO Seismic Retrofitting Dec 2019 – Aug 2020

Supervised structural retrofitting of a strategic facility as the contractor's site engineer, operating under UNDP/UNSO technical supervision within a high-security environment.

Managed on-site execution, material inspection, and quality control for the contractor, strictly adhering to UNDP international retrofitting specifications and security protocols. Site Engineer – Luxury Residential Rania Company, Syria Jul 2017 – Nov 2017

Supervised structural construction of high-end villas and pools, enforcing premium finishes and precise detailing.

Site Supervisor – Mega Residential Project Ministry of Housing & Construction, Syria Jun 2014 – Dec 2017

Supervised the construction of a national housing development comprising 8 residential islands.

Within the project timeline, oversaw the successful completion of 2 fully-serviced islands, including 20 residential towers (10 towers of 10 storeys, 10 towers of 5 storeys) and their integrated infrastructure networks (water, sewage, roads, and electrical).

Monitored contractor progress, material compliance, and strict adherence to structural and architectural drawings, reporting directly to senior ministry management.

Ensured quality and safety standards across high-volume, phased construction activities. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Structural Analysis & Design: ETABS, SAFE, Nonlinear/Pushover/Time-History, Performance-Based Design BIM & Drafting: ArchiCAD (Advanced), Revit, AutoCAD Specializations: BRB Energy Dissipation, Seismic Retrofitting, Irregular High-Rise Design, MEP Coordination Project Delivery: Site Supervision, QA/QC, UN/Sphere/IBC Compliance, Humanitarian Project Management EDUCATION

MSc Earthquake Engineering Higher Institute for Earthquake Studies, Damascus Thesis: Buckling Restrained Braces (BRB) as a Controlled Link Between RC Frames and Shear Walls BSc Civil Engineering Damascus University 2013 — Overall: 76.3% Structural Analysis: 94% Dynamics: 97% LANGUAGES

Arabic (Native) English (Professional Working Proficiency)

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