Farhan Shahid

Experience

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  Mobiserve Pakistan (pvt) ltd

  Sept 2007 - Sept 2008

  Civil Site Engineer

  • Managing the overall construction & installation of various telecommunication tower sites including Greenfield and rooftop sites, up to 90m high in remote areas of Kashmir, Pakistan.• Verifying construction drawings and structural design suitability with on-site conditions.• Supervising overall construction activities from start till completion.

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  Midland Construction

  Oct 2009 - Nov 2010

  Civil Site Engineer

  • Supervising various small and medium size building projects in Birmingham, including new and maintenance of residential homes, warehouses, commercial buildings and council works.• Managing and coordinating with subcontractors on work progress.• Looking after material procurement, payment certificates and billing documents.• Ensure work compliance with quality standards and ensure health and safety practice on site.

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  Orbital Gas Systems Ltd.

  Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

  Civil Design Engineer

  • Undertake all elements of Civil & Structural design and execution process on multiple project sites of National Grid and other UK Oil and Gas Utilities companies.• To undertake site surveys and producing feasibility reports, conceptual design and strategic plans.• Liaising with external agencies regarding underground utilities surveys and soil investigation. • Production of Scope of work documents and authenticating with client.• Managing Invitation to Tender process with civil contractors, selecting suitable contractors, award of work and chairing Kick off and interface meetings.• Management of contractors, quality control, delivery audits and confirming work progress.• Production of detailed design and drawings for submission to external appraisers.• Attend various Progress Meetings, Health and Safety workshops such as Hazid, Hazcon, Hazop and performing toolbox talks with labour on site.• Civil & Structural designs carried out in this position included Reinforced Concrete Foundations for GRP Kiosks of various sizes from 2.5m x 2.5m to 10m x 5m, instrument posts, satellite antennae masts, Pipeline support plinths, underground inspection chambers, gantries and overhead platforms, cylinder storage racks, Baldwin ducting and road crossing sleeves. Show less

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  National Logistics Cell (NLC)

  Jan 2012 - Mar 2014

  Planning & Acquisition Manager

  • Joined NLC Engineers Headquarter as Planning Engineer and promoted to Senior Manager – Planning & Acquisition Branch.• Managing and coordinating day to day tasks and correspondence for smooth functioning of Branch with supervising and directing team of planning engineers, quantity surveyors, AutoCAD Operators and Clerical Staff of P&A Branch.• To prepare macro level planning for all on-going projects, and appraise senior management on any critical issues. Scope of projects ranged from Infrastructure Development Works, Bridges & Flyovers, Transportation Structures and Road Works.• To prepare weekly grand summary for on-going works highlighting work progress, estimated budgets, anticipated profitability, expenditure details and cash flow charts.• Preparing tender documents including technical and financial bids for acquisition of new works and liaison with clients and government departments for Business Development.• Directing Project Planners in preparing initial baseline plans including bar charts, profile charts, resource plans & cash flow charts for new works and then verifying with project manager upon start of works. Macro Level tracking of work progress of on-going projects and updating baseline plans accordingly.• Preparing technical reports, cost comparisons, rate analysis and project briefs for higher management. and providing technical assistance to other branches such as Monitoring, Contracts, Finance and Accounts for specific project reports.• Worked on various projects including Infrastructure Development of DHA Phase 8 Lahore, DHA Phase 4 Islamabad, DHA E8 Karachi, Metro Bus Route Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Kalma Chowk Flyover, Muslim Town Flyover, Gujranwala Bypass Flyover, Orange Line Metro Project Lahore, Dualization of Mandra - Sohawa - Chakwal Road, and Gujranwala - Hafizabad Road. Show less

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  CECJ Pty Ltd

  May 2014 - Feb 2015

  Contract Administrator

  • Approach suppliers and sub-contractors for quotes, update and maintain price lists.• Conduct contractual negotiations, prepare subcontract agreements, prepare progress claims and raise variations after verifying on-site work progress from trades.• Respond to any queries from trades and ensure procurement plans are aligned with construction dates.

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  McGrath Modular

  Feb 2015 - Dec 2015

  Project Manager

  • I am responsible for Project Management & Front End Engineering with responsibilities including Site Management, Trade Supervision, Estimation & Scheduling, Micro-level Planning, Client liaison, Maintaining & Enforcing Health & Safety charter, validating progress claims, tracking subcontractor progress, Design validation as per Australian Standards and day to day coordination between trades.• I am also assisting Estimating & Scheduling department in tendering for various commercial projects including Government Tenders from Dept of Housing & Dept of Education. • Developed advanced expertise in BEAMS (Building Estimating And Management System) and providing technical assistance to other business departments including sales, estimation, contracts, pre-start consultants, planning, scheduling and construction. Show less

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  Precise Way Pty Ltd

  Dec 2015 - now

  Director

  Director at Precise Way Pty Ltd.Precise Way offers a fully integrated approach to Civil Engineering, Building Works and Project Management services.I started Precise Way in Dec 2015, with aim to establish a company which would not only focus on effective project management, but also implement non-conventional and innovative business practices and sustainable engineering values. Since 2016, I have directed and project engineered various reputable projects, ranging from $100k to $5 Million. I am involved in all facets of Business including tendering, operations, project management, Site Supervision, Procurement, Client Liaison, accounts and all day to day tasks for running own business.Precise Way offers diverse range of services in Engineering & Construction and committed to build its repute as a reliable and specialist contractor for any size and complexity of project. We have developed our capabilities in Civil Engineering, Structural Works, Carpentry, Fit-outs, specialist architectural works and Project Management in Commercial, Residential and Government Sector.The growth and longevity of Precise Way continues through a positive business culture and many years of experience of it's core team. The satisfaction of our customers can be attributed to timeliness, quality, attention to detail and our service-minded approach.It is our commitment to provide our clients with high standard of service and value for money whilst maintaining a professional liaison with positive energy and big smile. These shared goals and values set the foundation for how we interact with our fellow employees, sub-contractors and professional associates, which in turn provides our customer with a service they can trust and recommend to others.www.preciseway.com.au Show less