Ali Abbaszadeh
Burnaby
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Structural Engineer with a PhD and PMP certification, offering over a decade of extensive experience in structural design, project engineering, and construction management. Proven track record in Canada coordinating and estimating multi-residential and single-family projects valued between $1.5M and $6.3M, along with seven years of expertise in Iran focused on delivering innovative structural designs and effective site execution for residential and commercial buildings. Committed to leveraging technical knowledge and leadership skills to drive project success while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client expectations. Strong collaborator adept at fostering relationships with stakeholders to achieve optimal project outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator/Estimator
MKL Homes
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared detailed take-offs and cost estimates for custom homes, multi-residential, and renovations, ranging from $1.5M to $6.3M.
- Developed construction schedules and tracked project progress against milestones.
- Coordinated with consultants, subcontractors, and site supervisors to ensure timely procurement.
- Evaluating subcontractor quotes for budget alignment and regularly updated cost-to-complete forecasts and provided cost and schedule variance analysis for decision-making.
- Managed change orders, scope adjustments, and RFIs to maintain workflow efficiency and schedule integrity.
Graduate Research Assistant
École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS)
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Performed nonlinear time-history analyses to evaluate the seismic performance of shear walls under seismic loading.
- Conducted advanced numerical research on the seismic strengthening of RC shear walls using EB-FRP composites through finite element modeling.
- Designed and modeled 15- and 20-storey RC commercial building case studies (Vancouver & Montreal) following NBCC 2020 and CSA A23.3-19 standards.
- Developed and assessed multiple FRP retrofit strategies for both single and coupled shear wall systems using SAP2000 and RUAUMOKO 2D.
- Author of peer-reviewed publications and mentored graduate students throughout the research process.
- Recipient of the Bourse Substance award for excellence in research dissemination.
Structural Engineer
Bikaransazan
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Designed RC and steel residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, including structural analysis, detailing, and documentation using ACI318, AISC360, ASCE7, AISC 358, AISC 341, and ACI440.
- Developed industrial steel structures with overhead crane systems and multi-story steel frames, addressing both seismic and serviceability requirements.
- Performed structural design using a range of lateral force resisting systems, such as IMF, OMF, OCBF, OCBFI, and RC single and coupled shear walls.
- Designed foundation systems including isolated footings, strip footings, and mat foundations.
- Performed analysis and detailing of steel deck and composite beams (steel–concrete composite systems) for multi-story structures.
- Designed waffle slabs (two-way ribbed slabs), and one-way and two-way reinforced concrete slabs.
- Designed and detailed retaining walls.
- Contributed to several structural strengthening projects and retrofit design for existing RC buildings.
- Conducted field reviews to verify construction compliance with structural drawings and code requirements.
Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant
Iran University of Science & Technology
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed a Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) model for steel structures using Sine Cosine Optimization Algorithms and finite element analysis to detect and localize damage in medium-rise structures. Used MATLAB to code and run the finite element analysis and optimization models.
Project Engineer
Bikaransazan
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted in planning and executing project activities to meet scope, schedule, and budget.
- Reviewed drawings and specs to ensure technical accuracy on-site.
- Coordinated with contractors and site teams to resolve engineering issues.
- Tracked progress and supported reporting on cost, schedule, and quality.
Data Analyst
PHONAK
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Used predictive models for product demand forecasting and inventory management.
Education
Ph.D. - Structural Engineering
École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS)
Master - Structural Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
Amir Kabir University of Technology
Skills
- Structural analysis expertise: Dynamic response spectrum analysis, nonlinear time-history analysis, equivalent static analysis, finite element modeling, code-based design (NBCC 2020, CSA A233-19, ACI 318, AISC 360, ASCE7, AISC 358, AISC 341), seismic strengthening and retrofit design using FRP composites
- Software Skills: SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE, AutoCAD, MS Project, Revit, MS Office, MATLAB
- Management: Budgeting, scheduling, Client relations, Quality Control, Quantity take-offs
- Construction: Wood, RC, and Steel Structures
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Project Management Institute
- Net Zero Builder Training Canadian Home Builders’ Association
Timeline
Project Coordinator/Estimator
MKL Homes
01.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS)
01.2021 - 01.2024
Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant
Iran University of Science & Technology
01.2017 - 01.2019
Structural Engineer
Bikaransazan
01.2015 - 01.2020
Project Engineer
Bikaransazan
01.2013 - 01.2015
Data Analyst
PHONAK
01.2011 - 01.2013
Master - Structural Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
Amir Kabir University of Technology
Ph.D. - Structural Engineering
École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS)
Awards
Recipient of the Bourse Substance Award for Excellence in Research Dissemination, in recognition of the impact and quality of my PhD research, First entrance rank among the students at the Civil Engineering school, Full scholarships for BSc at Amir Kabir University of Technology, Ranked 742nd among more than 450,000 participants in the national university entrance exam for B.Sc., Multiple Awards for being a top student during high school studies, Accepted in the first stage of the International Mathematics Tournament