Profile
Versatile, resourceful, accomplished electrician with 27 years of rich experience in the electrical industry in the USA, residential, commercial, educational, and industrial facilities in Afghanistan, and the oil and gas sector in Saudi Arabia in executing diverse jobs related to electrical contracting, installation of electrical systems, compliance inspections in government buildings, military bases, commercial, residential and industrial buildings, light rail transit systems, gas oil separation plants and oil and gas wells. Proven track record of anchoring complex assignments ensuring completion on time, within budgets ensuring compliance with all specifications, codes and standards fulfilling client expectations and delivering company objectives.
Experience
Operation and Maintenance
Kellogg Brown and Root
Location: United Arab Emirates
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
July 2015 – Present
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct operation and maintenance of high, medium, and low voltage electrical systems of assigned buildings and installations for conformance with National Electrical Code (NEC),TDB and NFPA requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports of identified system violations with recommended remedial action plans covering scope of work and cost estimates.
• Supervise required repairs, maintenance, and corrective actions ensuring compliance of the facility’s electrical systems with all applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct inspections of installations after completion of repairs and certify compliance with requirements of NEC, TDB and NFPA.
Construction Manager
Casey Realty
Location: United States
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Manager
December 2014-June 2015
Key Responsibilities
• Manage new installations of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing for residential occupancies.
• Manage existing buildings to ensure properties are functioning properly, and routine preventive maintenance plan is being executed.
• Conduct inspections of installations after completion of building projects and meet with local inspectors to ensure buildings are up to code for future tenants.
Electrical Inspector
Exp Federal Inc
Location: Central Asia
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
December 2013 – October 2014
Key Responsibilities
• Inspection of entire electrical distribution system from generator, transformer, main distribution panel, sub-panels, and consumer panels.
• Identify electrical violations in buildings and coordinate with Authority Having Jurisdiction in shutting down the building and carrying out required repairs conforming to the National Electricity Code (NEC)
• Supervise planned repairs, conduct final inspections and coordinate with Authority Having Jurisdiction for permitting building operations.
• Coordinate with project managers and client representatives in scheduling and prioritizing inspection of buildings and execution of repairs.
Construction Manager
at CLP Electrical
Location: United States
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
July 2013 – December 2013
Key Projects to Credit
• Electric installations for a solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation plant
Key Responsibilities
• Installed environmentally protected units consisting of photovoltaic cells and optics and invertors and other components for converting DC power generated by the plant to AC power for transmission to the connected grid
• Supervised works at site ensuring compliance with layouts, drawings, specifications and schedules conforming to contract requirements.
• Coordinated with client representatives for inspection of completed installations, clearing of punch lists and issue of inspection certificates.
• Planned, mobilized and assured optimum utilization of all resources including manpower, materials & tools for on time completion of jobs meeting project margin targets.
• Implemented and ensured adherence to all safety, health and environmental rules and local government regulations for all activities on site.
Construction Manager
at Gaston Electric
Location: United States
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
February 2013 – May 2013
Key Projects to Credit
• Electrical Distribution System for lighting and power circuits of a 20-storey high rise building
Key Responsibilities
• Supervised installation of conduits, branch circuit conductors, feeder cables and terminated cables at assigned electrical panels.
• Interpreted drawings and layout schemes and ensured compliance with contract specifications and applicable standards and codes.
• Coordinated with engineers and client representatives to schedule all jobs, manage interfaces with other trades and completed all jobs on time.
• Monitored and ensured optimum utilization of resources ensuring achievement of cost control and project margin objectives.
Electrical Operation and Maintenance
KBR & EXP Federal
Location: Afghanistan
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
June 2009 – January 2013
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct operation and maintenance of high, medium and low voltage electrical systems of assigned buildings and installations for conformance with National Electrical Code (NEC), TDB and NFPA requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports of identified system violations with recommended remedial action plans covering scope of work and cost estimates.
• Supervise required repairs, maintenance, and corrective actions ensuring compliance of the facility’s electrical systems with all applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct inspections of installations after completion of repairs and certify compliance with requirements of NEC, TDB and NFPA.
Highlights:
• Worked following an intense 7-day, 12-hour shift schedule in a combat zone supporting rebuilding of schools, hospitals, and residential facilities by assuring safety of electrical systems.
• Won recognition of military forces at the base for outstanding service.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervised the inspection of transformers, switches, substations and distribution panels of new and existing installations of the base.
• Conducted all scheduled tests and inspections as per contract requirements and applicable national and military codes and standards.
• Prepared detailed inspection reports of electrical equipment and systems evaluating condition and reliability and recommended action plans.
• Monitored team and ensured consistent compliance with standard operating procedures, safety rules and security regulations.
• Coordinated with client representatives for scheduling day-to-day jobs, resolving site related issues and technical problems related to jobs.
Sole Proprietor and Construction Manager
at AW Electric
Location: United States
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
May 2001 – May 2009
Highlights:
• Appreciated and recognized by customers for exceptional quality of work and personal integrity
• Provided service as a part time Chief Engineer to Marriott Hotel, Norwood MA (2007-2008)
Key Responsibilities:
• Established and managed the enterprise which executed contracts for installation of lighting, power and distribution systems for commercial, industrial and residential customers.
• Led a crew of up to 4 and executed jobs related to motor controls, transfer switches and low voltage security and fire alarm systems.
• Planned all jobs, mobilized resources including manpower, materials and tools and supervised on time completion of all jobs meeting customer requirements.
• Monitored jobs ensuring compliance with contract drawings and specifications, applicable national and local codes and standards and safety rules and regulations.
• Managed all aspects of the business including sourcing inquiries, submitting proposals and quotations, negotiating and winning contracts, executing, billing, realizing payments and contract close-out.
• Built and sustained good productive relations with all clients and vendors facilitating smooth business operations and achievement of objectives.
Electrical Inspector
Al-Hoty Establishment
Location: Saudi Arabia
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering
January 2000 – January 2001
Highlights:
• Won recognition from clients for excellence in job performance and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Executed various scheduled inspection jobs at oil wells, gas wells and gas oil separation plants (GOSP) across Saudi Arabia.
• Inspected power lines, motor control centres (MCC), instrumentation and cathodic protection systems to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Identified and reported equipment faults and condition requiring attention with recommended remedial action plans.
• Prepared detailed inspection reports with all applicable test results and analysis for submission to client and followed up further actions.
• Coordinated with client representatives for scheduling inspection jobs, resolving site related problems and ensuring completion of tasks on time.
• Ensured adherence to all company and client safety, health and environment rules and regulations across all activities at site.
Apprentice to Journeyman Electrician
at International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Location: United States
Company Industry: Construction
Job Role: Engineering and Construction
January 1988 – January 2000
Key Projects to Credit
• Fuel dispensing plants
• Steel mills
• High-rise commercial buildings
• UPS systems for computer data storage facilities
• Light rail transit systems
• Sporting arenas
• Classified locations such as Class 1 Division 1
Key Responsibilities:
• Worked with electricians in installation of low voltage and high voltage systems as per contract specifications and requirements.
• Participated in planning jobs, arranging all required materials and tools, obtaining clearance for working on various sites and all safety and statutory clearances.
• Supervised tradesmen in executing various planned jobs ensuring compliance with drawings, method statements and safety requirements.
• Coordinated with client representatives in conducting inspections of all completed works and completing all required rectifications before handover of systems.
Education
Diploma, Electrical Theory
at International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and continuing education at Petterson School of Engineering
Location: Boston, and Westwood Massachusetts
June 1993 Graduated
Professional Development
Trainings:
• Continuing Education on electrical theory, NEC, NFPA updates and OSHA compliance, The Peterson School, 2004 to date
Certifications:
• Master Electrician – Certification in progress
• Journeyman Electrician’ s License – Joint Apprenticeship Training (JATC) – 5 years practical training complemented 5 years education. Training included electrical theory, study of power distribution, elementary electrical engineering, NEA, local code jurisdictions, OSHA 10, NFPA, first aid and CPR, Serve Safe 1988 – 1993
Skills
Electrical Systems – High, Medium. Low Voltage Installations
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Electrical Systems – Commercial, Industrial, Military, Residential
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Power Generation and Distribution Equipment
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Electrical Systems Installation, Testing and Commissioning
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Electrical Statutory Compliance Inspections, Remedial Repairs
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Construction Projects – Afghanistan
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Tender Estimates, Bids, Proposals and Contract Wins
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Project Management, Project Execution, Project Coordination
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Design, Drawings, Wiring/Building Schematics
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Tests and Inspections
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Codes – NEC, UBC, NFPA, TDB, British Electrical Standards
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Resource Management – Manpower, Materials, Equipment, Tools
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Budgets, Cost Management, Cost Savings, ROI Management
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Stakeholder Relations – Clients, Contractors, Competent Authorities
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Staff Management – Recruitment, Training, Deployment
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Safety, Health, Environment, OSHA Compliance
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Processes, Polices, Procedures – Development and Improvements
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Communication, Leadership, Problem Solving, Planning, Execution
Level: Expert | Experience: More than 10 years
Language
English
Level: Expert | Experience: 43 | Last Used: 1 month or less
