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Ahmad Abedi

Ahmad Abedi

Richmondhill,Canada

Summary

With over 18 years of comprehensive surveying experience, I bring advanced expertise in legal surveys, topographic surveys, and construction layout. I have a strong track record of leading survey crews, clearly communicating project scope and schedules, setting expectations, and ensuring timely completion of project tasks. I am highly detail-oriented, capable of working independently, and committed to producing accurate and reliable results.

My technical skills include downloading, processing, and analyzing survey data using industry-standard software as well as completing field calculations with data collector software. I consistently prepare clear, detailed field notes with supporting sketches for all assignments. I am proficient in generating reports and presenting data through CAD platforms.

I perform effectively in fast-paced environments and ensure proper maintenance and protection of survey equipment. I actively participate in safety and quality-control programs and have demonstrated the ability to train, develop, and motivate survey staff. I am a team-oriented professional who uses strong communication, leadership, and negotiation skills to guide and support survey assistants in their professional growth.

I collaborate closely with project managers, site engineers, and foremen to coordinate field activities. I am skilled in reviewing project priorities, timeline requirements, and survey methodologies, and I adapt quickly to new environments, embracing challenges in both field and office settings.

My technical proficiency includes the use of robotic total stations, GNSS/GPS systems, data collectors, laser and optical levels, and other modern survey equipment. I am experienced with Trimble Access, Trimble Survey Controller, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsurvey with strong abilities in data manipulation. I am also proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

I possess strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, and maintain a clean driving record.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Survey Project Manager

Grad Surveying
03.2025 - Current
  • City of Richmond hill – Black Forest Drive and Rosegarden Crescent Reconstruction
  • Town of Newmarket- Millard Ave/Church St./Elm street Reconstruction
  • Town of Ajax-Bowers Court – Road Reconstruction
  • Mississauga -, The Queensway East (2303-2311 STANFIELD ROAD)
  • Kingston Road (Regional Highway 2) bus rapid transit project from Harwood Avenue to Galea Drive in the Town of Ajax
  • Oshawa Executive Airport Runway 30 Noise & Safety Improvements
  • Reconstruction of Bowmanville Avenue (Regional Road 57) from Highway 401 to King Street West (Regional Highway 2) in the Municipality of Clarington

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Design:

  • Develop detailed survey project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Collaborate with clients to define project objectives, scope, and survey methodology.
  • Design and customize survey questionnaires to meet project goals.

2. Calculation and Data Processing

  • Coordinate Calculations – Processing raw survey data to compute precise coordinates (e.g., using GNSS, total station, or LiDAR data).
  • Stakeout Data Preparation – Processing design data for field layout (e.g., roads, buildings, utilities).
  • Topographic Mapping – Generating contour maps and surface models from point cloud data.
  • Volume Calculations – Computing earthwork quantities, stockpile volumes, and cut/fill analysis.
  • Geodetic Transformations – Converting between coordinate systems and datums.
  • Error Analysis – Evaluating accuracy and precision of survey measurement

3. Team Coordination:

  • Assign tasks and roles to survey field teams, data analysts, and other project personnel.
  • Organize regular team meetings to review progress, discuss issues
  • Ensure that team members are properly trained and equipped to carry out their responsibilities.

4. Data Quality Control:

  • Implement procedures for checking the accuracy and consistency of data collected.
  • Ensure that the survey data is collected in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
  • Perform regular audits of data to identify inconsistencies or errors.

5. Project Estimation

  • Review tender documents and develop initial costs estimates based on the scope, timeline and complexity of the survey tasks.
  • Collaborate with internal field teams,analysts to gather input on resource estimates and cost for labor,technology and logistics.

Senior Construction Surveyor

CRCE Construction LTD.
04.2018 - 03.2025


  • Unionville Main Street reconstruction-2024 To 2025
  • City of Brampton – Downtown Brampton Watermain, Sanitary Sewer and Road Reconstruction- 2022
  • Metrolinx Mosaic- Finch West LRT Project - 2020 To 2025
  • Metrolinx Crosslinx Crosstown LRT-At grade (Victoria Park to Kennedy)- 2018 To 2022
  • Metrolinx Crosslinx Crosstown LRT Stations; Caledonia station,Fairbank Station,Oakwood station,Foresthill station,Chaplin Crescent,Science Center
  • Town of Oakville Lakeshore Road Reconstruction and Revitalization Project-2019-2021
  • City of Toronto Dovercourt Road and Hana Avenue; Watermain and Road Reconstruction-2020 To 2021
  • City of Toronto Glen Road Reconstruction-2020 To 2021
  • City of Toronto 6 Points Interchange Reconfiguration -2018 To 2020
  • TTC Lakeshore , Roncesvalles and Humber loop (2018-2019)
  • Cortellucci Vaughan Memorial Hospital (2019-2020)
  • College Park (2018-2019)
  • Inspect and maintain survey equipment regularly. Operate robotic total stations and GPS systems with millimeter-level accuracy, performing all required daily surveys and layout operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1- Data Analysis & Project Setup
Perform precise calculations and process survey data received from general contractors, including CAD files and control points, to establish accurate survey control in accordance with project requirements.

2- Topographic Surveying & Reporting
Conduct daily topographic surveys for road cut-and-fill operations, generate volume calculations, and prepare detailed field notes and technical reports.

3- Data Preparation for Layout & Grade Verification
Prepare surface models for grade checks and develop linework data for field layout. Upload finalized datasets to data collectors and produce section drawings for fill and grading activities.

4- Independent Field Layout
Execute all field layout tasks independently for underground utilities (MHs, CBs, test pits), dewatering wells, cut-off piles, light poles, contour lines, work pads, work zones, platforms, swales, collection ponds, stockpiles, and road alignments.

5- Specialized Layout for Civil and Rail Infrastructure
Perform precise layout for rail foundations, road and guideway curbs, Silva cells, soil trenches, bus shelters, retaining and planter walls, platforms and platform elements, railings, shoring walls, guideway duct banks, and access roads.

6- Quality Control
Conduct quality-control checks to ensure survey accuracy, compliance with project specifications, and adherence to industry standards.

7- As-Built Surveys & Documentation
Complete as-built surveys for installed utilities, civil structures, walls, reinforcement steel, existing foundations, and slabs. Prepare detailed as-built drawings, sketches, and comprehensive reports.

8- Volume Calculations & Reporting
Perform accurate material volume calculations for road fills, swales, and various construction components. Generate cut-and-fill reports and cross-section drawings.

9- Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Inspect and maintain survey equipment regularly. Operate robotic total stations and GPS systems with millimetre-level accuracy, performing all required daily surveys and layout operations.

Land Surveyor and Drafter – Construction& Legal Surveying

A.Aziz Land Surveyors Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Data preparation, measurements, calculations, completing surveying tasks including topographic, grading, SRPR, boundary and final as-built survey
  • Drafted Topo, SRPR and referenceplans
  • Calculated footings of construction plans and generated required data to be uploaded for the field crews
  • Operated robotic total stations, GPS and levels
  • Prepared field notes and sketches
  • Adhered to all Health and Safety Policies and Regulations

Independent Contractor – Land and Property Survey Projects

City of Tehran
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Conducted technical analyses of survey and field data for the development of topographic information
  • Prepared and certified subdivision plans
  • Supervised technicians, technologists and otherengineers
  • Reviewed and approved designs, calculations and costestimates.
  • Developed criteria for survey methods andprocedures
  • Verified the accuracy of survey data including measurements conducted at survey sites
  • Controlled cut &fill operations, estimation, calculation andreports
  • Prepared landscape designs

Construction Surveyor-Crew chief

Armeh Tab Gostarresh Company
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Completed construction and survey layout and as-built for various projects
  • Prepared and maintained sketches, plans and surveys to describe and certify liability for work performed
  • Computed geodetic measurements and interpreted survey data to determine positions ,shapes and elevations of geomorphic and topographicfeatures
  • Interpreted, reviewed and approved survey and civildesign work
  • Supervised other land surveyors and technicians' work

Education

BSc - Surveying Engineering

Azad University
Tehran, Iran
01.2007

Associate's degree - Civil Engineering-Surveying

Azad University
Tehran, Iran
01.2004

Skills

  • Project Management and Planning
  • Project Development
  • Project scheduling
  • Core Surveying Skills
  • Tech and Software Skills
  • Personal and Professional Attributes

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • WHIMIS
  • Association of Ontario Land Surveyors Courses;

Survey Law I

Survey Law II

Communications in Engineering and Technical Report

Law and Ethics in Engineering Practice

Municipal Planning and Roles of a surveyor

  • Skills for Change (May-July 2016)-Enhanced Language Training for Engineers and Architects
  • APSIS Institute (August 2016)- Training Course on GPS and LGO software
  • APSIS Institute (November2016)- UAV Photogrammetry: flight planning and data processing
  • APSIS Institute (December 2016)- Close Range Photogrammetry

Professional License

Licensed surveyor by Tehran Engineering Organization since January 2014

Timeline

Survey Project Manager

Grad Surveying
03.2025 - Current

Senior Construction Surveyor

CRCE Construction LTD.
04.2018 - 03.2025

Land Surveyor and Drafter – Construction& Legal Surveying

A.Aziz Land Surveyors Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2018

Independent Contractor – Land and Property Survey Projects

City of Tehran
01.2012 - 01.2017

Construction Surveyor-Crew chief

Armeh Tab Gostarresh Company
01.2004 - 01.2012

Associate's degree - Civil Engineering-Surveying

Azad University

BSc - Surveying Engineering

Azad University
Ahmad Abedi