Alexander El Hadad

Experience

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  Silverite Construction Company, Inc

  May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Summer Intern

  • Involved in the resolution of engineering issues applicable to planning, design, and installation of PS 315 in Corona Queens• Provided concrete curing and fireproofing drawings for the project • Created delivery and sustainability tracking logs for material coming on site • Received, reviewed and validated project submittals as well as liaison between general contractor and vendors/subcontractors for submittal and delivery issues• Maintained contract/permit documents and updated them with any relevant changes Show less

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  A.d. Winston Corp.

  Jun 2014 - Oct 2014

  Estimating Assistant
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  Turner Construction Company

  Jan 2015 - Jul 2021

  • Collaborate with team of engineers and superintendent on The Stephen A Schwarzman Building for site renovations at The New York Public Library at 476 5th Ave.• Develop contracts, scope documents and division of responsibility to define scope of work and responsibilities.• Review submittals for compliance with the contract documents including shop drawings, materials, installation procedures, and testing procedures for new electrical infrastructure. New work includes addition and replacements of High & Low voltage Transformers, Distribution Panels, Switchgear, and Automatic Transfer Switches. New work also includes Lighting, Fire Alarm, and Low Voltage Telecommunications/Security. • Manage Financial and Engineering Closeout process.• Negotiated subcontractors Change Orders with Owner following preparation of independent analysis/estimating takeoffs.• Review and approve subcontractor’s monthly payment requisitions confirming alignment with work completed vs work remaining and time frame left for completion before submitting to owner for final approval.• Scheduled and manage MEP subcontractor’s meetings such as Kick-off, sequencing, submittal review and PM meetings.• Developed independent schedules aligning master schedule, sequencing work for building critical MEP systems.• Lead for daily Foreman's huddles with all trades as a superintendent.• Direct work among trades, ensuring that work is installed in accordance with Approved Shop Drawings.• Liaison between Owner, Design Team and Subcontractors.•Non-MEP related responsibilities include direct field contact with carpentry sub contractors to build temporary construction enclosures so that work can take place within occupied spaces. Show less Mechanical/Electrical Engineer for NY Presbyterian Women's Hospital• Collaborate with team of engineers and superintendent on $185MM NY Presbyterian Women's Hospital Fitout.• Develop contracts, scope documents and division of responsibility to define scope of work and responsibilities• Review submittals for compliance with the contract documents including shop drawings, materials, installation procedures, and testing procedures for multiple subcontractor’s including electrical C&S, electrical Fit-Out, Fire Alarm, Nurse Call, Low Voltage Telecommunications, Security, Audio & Visual, Motorized Shades, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression.• Manage Financial and Engineering Closeout process for all Electrical, Low Voltage, and Stone & Tile Subcontractors• Negotiated subcontractors Change Orders with Owner following preparation of independent analysis/estimating takeoffs• Review and approve subcontractor’s monthly payment requisitions confirming alignment with work completed vs work remaining and time frame left for completion before submitting to owner for final Approval• Reviewed 3D model and design documents for constructability issues resolving prior to field construction/installation• Scheduled and manage MEP subcontractor’s meetings such as Kick-off, sequencing, submittal review and PM meetings• Developed independent schedules aligning master schedule, sequencing work for building critical MEP systems• Direct work among trades, ensuring that work is installed in accordance with Approved Shop Drawings• Liaison between Owner, Design Team and Subcontractors•Non-MEP related responsibilities include engineering of shop drawings, change order review, and review and approval of monthly requisitions for Stone & Tile contractors. Show less MEP Superintendent/Engineer at the $1.5B WTC Hub project responsibilities included but are not limited to:-Performed testing, commissioning and close out of open items related to fire protection systems such as pre-action valves, dry pipe valves, motorized control valves, pressure reducing valves, and FM-200 systems. -Performed fire alarm sequence testing of various public zones across oculus and east west connector as well as central fan plant sequence of operations within main plenum. Met with contractors on daily basis to work through engineering issues to help get the systems online and functioning properly. Testing also included FA sequence of various AHUs, ACs, EFs, SFs, Stair fans, HVs, etc-Oversaw and worked through engineering issues to bring the vertical transportation monitoringsystem online. -Sitewide integration between BMS, VTMS, FA, and WTC Security systems. -Oversaw the installation of phones and phone lines throughout the site.-Tracked and oversaw installation of access control and cameras site wide. Show less

  • Electrical Engineer & Superintendent

    Jul 2020 - Jul 2021

  • Mechanical/Electrical Engineer & Superintendent

    Sept 2018 - Jul 2020

  • MEP Superintendent / Engineer

    Jan 2016 - Sept 2018

  • Procurement Agent

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
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  Turner Construction Company

  Sept 2021 - now

  • Successfully managed the complete build-out of the 25,000 square foot Terminal Operations Center for Delta Airlines at LaGuardia Airport Terminal C ensuring project completion on time and within budget. • Coordinated and supervised all construction activities, including site preparation, material procurement, and subcontractor management. • Coordinated and supervised all construction sequences from structural slab pour through room buildout and finish material installation. • Directed the successful buildout of electrical and IT closet infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration with overall project requirements. • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and building codes, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. • Developed and implemented weekly project schedules, tracking progress and adjusting timelines as necessary to meet project milestones. • Conducted regular site inspections to monitor work quality, address issues, and ensure adherence to project specifications. • Facilitated effective communication between project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. • Prepared and presented progress reports to senior management, highlighting project status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies. • Managed project budgets, overseeing cost control measures and negotiating contracts to optimize resource allocation. • Implemented quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship and project integrity. • Resolved on-site conflicts and issues promptly, maintaining a productive and positive work environment. Show less - Responsible for all field coordination of telecom, data, security, radio, and special low voltage systems at the new LaGuardia Airport Terminal C Project. - Developed independent schedules of communication room buildout that aligned with the master schedule and sequencing work for building critical MEP systems.- Coordination and field management of IDF and MDF room buildouts. Ensured that all communication racks and cabinets were installed per code and in alignment with project documents and shop drawings. - Coordination and field management of networking equipment to ensure that all vendors had proper network functionality and that end devices were all operating on respective VLAN. - Coordination and Field management for both vendor and Delta communication systems. - Coordination and field management of interconnecting fiber and copper data loops between Concourses and Terminal C Headhouse headend and network core equipment. - Coordination of radio DAS 800 MHz systems and testing of the system with Port Authority police department, Port Authority Radio shop, Delta operations, and design team. - Fire alarm superintendent responsible for coordination and overseeing of duct smoke detectors, fire smoke dampers, data loops, elevator recall, waterflow alarms, and fan shut down.- Responsible for testing of the fire alarm system in accordance with the project documents and Port Authority QAD.- Developed Contracts for specialty low voltage systems and held weekly coordination meetings to ensure timely and cost effective install of systems. - Scheduled and manage MEP subcontractor’s meetings such as Kick-off, sequencing, submittal review and PM meetings.- Managed field work for Delta's VRCS and PIDS systems. Show less

  • Passenger Boarding Bridge Superintendent

    May 2024 - now

  • Construction Superintendent

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Low Voltage Electrical Engineer & Superintendent

    Sept 2021 - now