Construction Project Manager

Syed Akber Kazmi, B. Eng, M. Eng

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OBJECTIVE: Opportunity in Civil Engineering with emphasis on reinforced concrete construction and project management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Over 20 years of experience in the construction field, specifically reinforced concrete structures.

Knowledgeable in all phases of heavy, industrial, commercial and civil construction.

Strong construction management abilities include bid package preparation, contract negotiation & award, monitoring during execution phase through project completion.

Over 7 years experience in performing constructability review, contract review and interpretation.

Proficient in field operations, on-site trouble-shooting, subcontract dispute resolution and maintaining good labor relations.

Able to optimize field productivity by determining the best means and methods for various work scopes.

EDUCATION

Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering and Project Management 2001

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada

Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering 1984

NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan

CAREER HISTORY

Construction Manager 2008 – Present

HDR Inc, Salem, OR, USA

Project: Multiple Bridge Construction on Freeway I-5 in State of Oregon

Responsibilities:

Managing construction of three new bridges on I-5 in Southern Oregon.

Successfully completed a project as a representative of ODOT, 18.6 million contract for replacement of four bridges with new structures and rehabilitation of one bridge on hwy 58.

Single rehab job requiring the replacement of timber piles with a new RCC sub structure.

The four new structures are simple span bridges, comprising of pre stressed concrete beams (I-type and flat type) and steel beams. Inspection duties include checking and recording H-Pile & Pipe pile driving, drilled shaft installation, installation of soil nail and bridge deck concrete pour.

Inspection duties also cover the construction of temporary bridges & roadway and demolition of existing structure.

Maintain and check traffic control setup during construction.

Record work progress, conditions and deliverables in real time in order to maintain schedule and to track work delays.

Construction Engineer/Structural Inspector 2005 - 2008

Lin and Associates, Seattle, WA, USA

Project: Sound Transit C735 Rainier Valley Link Light Rail (5 mile section of Light Rail) new and relocated utilities, retaining walls, platform and stations, concrete paving, sidewalk and curb & gutter.

Responsibilities:

Oversight of concrete structures, roadway construction and quality control testing.

Inspect construction activities, document daily work progress (reports and photos).

Maintain construction record, review and approve construction billings.

Identify non-conforming contract work.

Monitor work delays and keep track of extra work. Maintain project as-built drawings.

Review contractor submittals against actual work performed for oversight management.

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Construction/ QA Engineer 2002 - 2004

United Parcel Service [UPS], Vancouver, Canada

Project: Package Distribution Facility (125,000-sq.ft.Tilt-up structure) Apron & Taxiway (205,000-sq.ft)

Responsibilities:

Assisted the project team during pre construction phase.

Involved in day-to-day activities of the project. Attended weekly progress and safety meetings.

Monitored quality assurance of all concrete work and site safety.

Produced weekly and monthly status reports for corporate office.

Monitored work schedule, maintained project log, submittal logs and assured timely approvals to minimize delays.

Maintained and up dated project drawings, check and verify the quantities of extra work.

Civil Engineer 1995 - 1999

Paragon Construction, New Jersey, USA

Project: Housing, municipal work, parks

Responsibilities:

Supervised all aspects of the construction of low-cost housing.

Checked reinforcement detailing, masonry work, dry walls, interior panels, carpentry, etc.

Supervised street improvement and brick sidewalk work.

Involved in bidding process of residential and park projects.

Civil Engineer 1992 - 1995

National Construction Company Limited, Karachi, Pakistan Project: 30 km. of RCC square conduit box culvert - The Karachi Bulk Water Supply Scheme. Supervised a 3 km section of the structure.

Responsibilities:

Supervised layout, formwork, reinforcement placing and mass concreting operations.

Prepared monthly reports including schedule updates and cost-control recommendations.

Assisted in surveying activities and prepared centerline profile.

Calculated earthwork quantities and managed earth-moving equipment

Managed excavation operations.

Developed grading and drainage plans.

Civil Engineer 1985 – 1992

Al Hamara Engineering, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Project: Residential and Commercial RCC Buildings

Responsibilities:

Supervised the construction of RCC structures.

Monitored activities of contractors and inspected work of sub-contractors.

Verified compliance with construction drawings and specifications.

Checked and approved all structural work before final municipality inspection.

Monitored construction progress on several sites.

Completed several soil improvement projects involving dewatering, excavation, retaining supports, backfilling and compaction.

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COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in using the following:

MS Windows 2000 Auto CAD (2002 & 2004)

MS Office 2003 Primavera P3 & SureTrak

MS Project 2002 AutoDesk Architectural Desktop (2 & 3)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Canadian citizen with valid work visa

Valid Oregon Driver’s License

Valid Passport, willing to travel and relocate

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