Omar Shaikhon

Experience

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  McGill University

  Sept 2012 - Aug 2015

  • Self-taught specialty concepts applicable to research project.• Results evaluated as top 10% in “Usefulness to other workers in the field; value as contribution to knowledge”.• Independently prepared lab specimens, conducted tests, analyzed data, and developed conclusions from results.• Fabricated, machined, and assembled parts for pressure permeability apparatus used in experimentation.• Presented completed work at a research seminar and fielded questions from professors and peers. Show less • Specialized in three courses: Construction Engineering, Construction Materials, and Matrix Structural Analysis.• Conducted tutorials for a technical specialization course of 35+ senior engineering students on the fundamentals of structural analysis using matrices and achieved over 90% attendance rate.• Led and supervised teams of 4-6 engineering students for weekly laboratory sessions requiring the use of technical machinery and the application of extensive safety training.• Responsible for evaluating essay and coding based assignments (Wolfram Mathematica) representing 40% of the students’ overall course grade.• Independently resolved issues, answered questions, and assisted students with completing assignments. Show less

  • Research Assistant

    Sept 2013 - Aug 2015

  • Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2012 - Apr 2014
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  Telico

  Sept 2015 - Apr 2017

  Technical Sales Engineer

  • Provided technical sales support to develop new business opportunities with existing and prospective clients.• Prepared reports, technical proposals, and administered client accounts.• Ensured customer satisfaction and provided training to help clients and staff get the most out of company products.• Delivered presentations and demonstrations on technical aspects of products and their efficacy.

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  East Engineering Consultancy

  May 2017 - Mar 2022

  Structural Engineer

  • Managed multiple projects valued at $15M collectively from conception to handover.• Collaborated with lead architect and clients to design and refine projects, achieving final approvals and client satisfaction.• Managed detailed design and MEP integration, overseeing permitting processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.• Led tender process, evaluated proposals technically and commercially, and recommended contractor selection; authored comprehensive contract documents to finalize agreements.• Supervised construction phases, ensuring adherence to approved plans and local regulations. Show less

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  Pure Harvest Smart Farms

  Mar 2022 - now

  • Leads the Animal Feed Pilot and Al Ain Vertical Farm projects; secured strategic partnerships and conducted comprehensive feasibility studies that enhanced project viability.• Directs operational planning for all vertical farm projects, coordinating stakeholders to align tasks and optimize project launch readiness.• Boosts team performance and project delivery by enhancing cross-departmental collaborations and managing risks and stakeholders effectively.• Managed the Strawberry Retrofit Project in the Oasis Greenhouse, overseeing everything from design to commissioning, completing the project ahead of schedule. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Associate Project Manager - Vertical Farms

    Mar 2022 - Dec 2024