Project Coordinator & Capital Projects Manager

SARMAD MSAIBAWI

P.ENG, B.ENG.

*********@*******.*** Phone: 403-***-****

AB, CANADA

PROFILE:

Professional Engineer, directing the capital, projects developments and assets management, with exceptional leadership and management experience. analytical thinker, targets focusing with a proven track record in public and private sectors, leading organizations through challenges to deliver fast track projects. Have worked in Contracting, PMO, Consultant and public company for 20 years. Other key attributes include: Experiences:

July 2023 - Present time

Capital and Operations Director.

Takla Nation BC

● Managed a comprehensive $120M capital projects portfolio, overseeing all phases of development and construction from planning through handover.

● Developed a diverse range of new infrastructure across a 277-acre subdivision, including residential housing, roads, utility networks, a Water Treatment Plant, a school, a Health and Prevention Center, and a new Fire Hall.

● Directed the full lifecycle of Asset and Operations Management for over $35M in institutional assets, ensuring optimal performance across facilities such as the Water Treatment Plant, Power Plant, school, clinic, multifunction building, and youth training center. Dec.2021– June.2023

Eagle Crest Construction

Role: Projects manager

Duties:

Managing multiple multifamily and commercial projects:

● Built and organized high-performing, cross-functional project teams.

● Managed internal office and project staff, optimizing resource allocation.

● Controlled project design progress and prioritized design packages to meet delivery schedules.

● Directed all phases of procurement, contract negotiations, and tendering processes.

● Supervised tendering analysis, contract awarding, and final contracting procedures.

● Generated and monitored detailed project schedules and progress reports.

● Assessed project risks and developed comprehensive risk management plans.

● Coordinated project consultant teams and managed their involvement throughout the project life cycle.

● Controlled communications and streamlined the external contracting process.

● Administered project contracts and validated change requests and claims.

● Managed all project documentation, submittals, and stakeholder involvement.

● Tracked and ensured timely execution of critical path activities.

● Controlled project budgets, financial tracking, and formal project closing procedures.

● Led project staff, ensuring successful delivery of all assigned tasks.

● Implemented quality control procedures compliant with all building codes and regulations.

● Represented the company to clients and stakeholders, effectively implementing strategic organizational goals.

● Conducted weekly site visits, safety inspections, and progress/quality review meetings.

● Evaluated the performance of both internal staff and external contractors. Oct.2020 – Dec.2021:

College Of New Caledonia - Prince George

Role: Project Manager – Capital Projects

Duties:

● Plan, budget, procure, and manage projects as required.

● Define project scope and objectives, involve all relevant stakeholders, and ensure technical feasibility.

● Instruct and train staff in project management methodologies as required.

● Perform risk management to minimize project risks.

● Identify required resources and manage them efficiently and effectively for successful project delivery.

● Participate on staff selection committees and other college committees as required.

● Provide advice and guidance on capital project delivery procedures.

● Ensure all staff and contractor work adheres to prescribed safety standards, codes, and regulations.

● Manage day-to-day staff operations, including scheduling, work assignments, performance reviews, and collective agreement administration.

● Manage budgeting and cost control activities.

● Provide consistent project updates to stakeholders regarding strategy, adjustments, and progress.

● Contribute to and accomplish the College's vision, mission, and goals, supporting the aspirations and needs of learners.

Dec. 2014 – Dec. 2019: Anderson Builders Group – Calgary and Regina Role: Project Manager – Calgary, 2 Buildings with wooden structure and reinforced concrete parkade, 238 apartments in 4 floors + landscape. The project status: Completed in June 20116. Duties:

● Managed all site operations, coordinating day-to-day activities with the Site Superintendent.

● Generated detailed project time schedules and critical paths using MS Project.

● Performed materials takeoff and estimation for procurement and budgeting.

● Monitored and controlled project materials and inventory to prevent losses and ensure availability.

● Coordinated and led all project meetings, preparing and maintaining comprehensive reports and documentation.

● Managed, tracked, and closed RFIs (Requests for Information) and tender clarifications.

● Issued Site Instructions and processed Approved Change Orders.

● Prepared, submitted, and tracked building permit (BP) applications and recorded documents to the city for review and approval.

● Liaised with city officials, engineers, and consultants, interpreting technical requirements for site trades.

● Managed the tendering, negotiation, and awarding process for the projects main packages,

● Oversaw all financial tracking, controlling progress payments, and updating the project budget and baseline schedule.

● Reviewed, assessed, and issued monthly and weekly invoices and progress payments in strict accordance with contracts and budget.

● Reviewed, and approved completed work to ensure strict compliance with the Alberta Building Code 2014, NBC 2010, and local city regulations.

● Managed and mitigated project risks, reporting critical issues weekly and monthly to Group Principals.

● Negotiated and finalized change orders, including scope, budget, and time frame adjustments.

● Resolved disputes and conflicts with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain project momentum.

● Tracked site progress and monitored daily productivity against the project schedule and critical path.

● Coordinated with the legal department on project legal issues, including trade claims and liens, in adherence to the Lien Act and CCDC agreements.

● Executed final project closeout, including comprehensive deficiency reports and final acceptance inspections. Feb 2009 - Oct 2013: Lead Projects Manager and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Company: Heberger Engineering and Consultancy (German Base Consultancy / United Arab Emirates) Projects list:

● Bloom Mixed-Use Project - Marriott Hotel: A $230 Million project featuring 30-floor twin towers and five underground basements. The built area was 72,000 sq m on a land area of 113,100 sq m. The complex included hotel rooms, suites, management offices, residential apartments, five restaurants, five industrial kitchens, an industrial laundry, three pools, two ballrooms, conference rooms, a health club, a business center, and 20 elevators.

● The French Hospital, UAE: A $130 Million project, including $35 Million allocated for specialized medical equipment. This luxury hospital features eight floors and three basements, built on 3,600 sq m of land with a total built area of 16,500 sq m.

● The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Palace: Construction of a luxury palace complex on a plot area of 400,000 sq m, encompassing extensive landscape and infrastructure works. Note: Project value and specific details are confidential information for the Government of the UAE.

● Natural Stone Cladding Gate & Infrastructure: Construction of an 18-meter-height gate cladded with 3,000 cubic meters of solid natural stone, including post-tension cables, offices, advanced security systems, landscape, roads, and infrastructure. Project value: $9 Million.

● Compound 150 Houses Project: Substructure and superstructure works for 150 two-floor houses within a single compound, including all landscape and infrastructure. The plot area for the project was 67,500 sq m. Project value: $56 Million.

Oct 2005 - Jan 2009: Project Manager

Company: Hamilton Project Management Company – United Arab Emirates / Dubai Projects:

Waterfront Project: Luxury residential tower with 25 floors and 3 basements in Dubai Marina. The project cost was $20M.

Bays-water Towers: Luxury offices two inclined shaped towers in 22 floors, 3 Basements and 5 above used as ground parking and services. The Project cost was $35M. Feb 2000 - Aug 2005: Construction Manager

Company – UAE: Dynamic Construction and Developments Projects:

Multi-family and Single Residential Housing projects: Projects values $ 10 M. Educations & Courses:

● BSc. Civil Engineering 1992 (IQAS certification No.157864 on Oct.17, 2014)

● MS Excel Advanced Course - Calgary in June 2014

● Project Management Course - Calgary in November 2014

● Building Envelope Certificate – SAIT, Calgary 2016.

● Authentication Standard Course – APEGA 2020.

● Organizations Leadership: Harvard Business School 2025.

● University Of Calgary: Risks assessment course 2026. Membership:

-Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta APEGA: Proffissoinl Engineer - PMEM.

-Iraqi Engineers Association: Civil Engineer.

Computer Skills: MS Project, Excel, AutoCAD, Word, PowerPoints, Outlook, Procore and Primavera P6. Volunteering: Interpretation with Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) - Refugees Children Programs from Sep. 2014. Driving License: Class 5

Compensation / Annual salary and benefits: negotiable.

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