Abbas Karimi, MSc

Experience

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  Fema Consulting Engineering Co.

  Jan 2008 - Jun 2010

  Junior Civil Structural Engineer

  • Assisting structural design team with designing several steel and concrete structures such as multi-story commercial and residential buildings using computer modeling software, building codes, and specifications.• Collaborating on cost estimates and the drawing of structural plans for buildings and other structures.• Examining survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and topographical/geological data to strategize project developments.• Gathering essential data such as architectural and structural drawings, as well as soil and material test results for seismic retrofitting projects.• Assisting the design department with the analysis of existing buildings using static and dynamic methods for the implementation of seismic retrofitting projects.• Estimating material quantities and costs for materials, equipment, and labor to assess project feasibility.• Collaborating with the project manager and engineering team members to define project requirements and resolve project-related issues.• Providing clients with comprehensive technical reports for construction projects. Show less

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  Icon ltd.

  Jul 2010 - Aug 2012

  • Analyzing and designing structures and foundations for telecom, transmission lines, configurations of the structural components, and a variety of structures according to models, design scenarios, specifications, and standards.• Examining existing buildings and structures, constructability of elements if they are structurally sound and still fit for purpose, and efficient use of materials in order to achieve structural goals.• Evaluating structures at risk of collapse and advising how to improve their structural integrity, such as recommending removal or repair of defective parts or rebuilding the entire structure.• Providing wind and earthquake test procedures, including test pressure, maximum allowable wind face flat plate area (FPA), and effective projected area (EPA).• Inspecting the actual condition of buildings before tower and equipment installation and analyzing them under both static and dynamic loads.• Supervising and controlling construction and implementation of new sites, relocation sites, and swap sites.• Liaising and communicating with the client's technical department to comply with the technical project requirements in accordance with specifications.• Conferring with the project manager and other members of the engineering team to solve work problems.• Creating detailed cost plans, and work schedules, and adjusting as needed to meet project deadlines.• Reviewing relevant project information such as drawings, details based on surveys, and construction to select appropriate solutions and provide technical reports.• Contacting the laboratory team to determine the suitability of the soil and assess whether it can accommodate the construction project.• Evaluating technical surveys, feasibility studies, and design solutions in order to meet project specifications and standards. Show less

  • Civil Engineer

    Sept 2011 - Aug 2012

  • Civil Engineer

    Jul 2010 - Sept 2011
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  SWRCE Co. (Soil and Water Resources Consulting Engineering Co.) http://www.swrce.co.ir/en/

  Aug 2012 - Aug 2021

  Structural Engineer

  • Developing design projects by examining project concepts, architectural drawings, blueprints, aerial photos, hydrological features, topographical and geological data, and soil composition tests.• Evaluating and designing structural components and systems for both static and dynamic loads using linear and nonlinear methods.• Analyzing and designing structural elements and systems for static and dynamic loads by linear and nonlinear methods.• Utilizing diverse seismic analysis techniques for the design and assessment of buildings and structures in seismic-prone areas.• Creating engineering documentation, including construction specifications, plans, and timetables.• Ensuring that drawings and plans conform to building codes, standards, and project requirements.• Analyzing test outcomes on construction materials like concrete, wood, asphalt, and steel to determine their suitability for specific projects.• Conducting technical and feasibility studies.• Developing detailed cost assessments and estimates for materials, equipment, and labor to assess project viability.• Collaborating with laboratory teams to test construction materials and soil for strength, density, compaction, and contamination in order to evaluate their impact on construction projects.• Communicating with laboratory teams to conduct testing on construction materials and soil for strength, density, compaction, and contamination to evaluate their influence on construction projects. Show less

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  Sabir International Co.

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2024

  Structural Engineer

  • Modeling buildings and other structures using design software (ETABS, SAP2000, and SAFE) and drafting tools (AutoCAD and Revit) for structural analysis, design, and detailing purposes.• Designing a wide range of construction projects and associated structures ensuring safety, timeliness, and sustainability.• Conducting seismic design and assessment of buildings and structures using various seismic analysis techniques.• Performing seismic analysis and designing earthquake-resistant structures.• Analyzing architectural drawings, survey reports, maps, and other data to design the projects.• Collaborate with team members and engineers from diverse disciplines to synchronize projects design and implementation.• Develop cost estimates for materials, equipment, and labor.• Monitoring and enhancing construction processes while ensuring regulatory compliance.• Liaising with clients and contractors throughout project phases.• Preparing comprehensive technical reports for construction projects.• Assisting and supervising drafters and technicians in the engineering team. Show less

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  Higgins

  Apr 2024 - now

  Site Engineer

  • Checking plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy of construction works.• Liaising with consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, and the general workforce involved in the project.• Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials.• Monitoring and optimizing construction processes, and regulatory compliance.• Liaising with clients and subcontractors.• Ensuring that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications.• Monitoring and inspecting construction work undertaken by subcontractors.• Preparing technical and inspection reports for construction projects.• Overseeing quality control and health and safety matters on site. • Assisting technicians in the engineering team. Show less