Ali Ashrafi
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Talented Estimator with [11] years of experience developing estimates of construction for large and small projects. Talented in inventory management, overseeing equipment maintenance and negotiating contracts. Served as a professional liaison between clients and contractors. Committed to maintaining quality control and ensuring projects are completed on time. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Technician
Metro Testing & Engineering Ltd
Vancouver , BC
04.2023 - Current
- Supervise & conduct field surveys, technical investigations, read and interpret blueprints.
- Construction materials testing involves the essential examination of structural materials (concrete) used in the construction, such as compressive strength, slump, air content, and temperature, to assess its quality and suitability for construction purposes.
- Conducting on-site inspections to monitor concrete placement and curing processes, verifying that construction practices align with project specifications and standards).
- Recording and maintaining comprehensive records of test results, inspection reports and data for future reference and quality control purposes).
- Created detailed reports documenting all work performed onsite including labor, materials and expenses incurred during service calls.
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies used for repairs and service calls.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop solutions to technical challenges encountered in the field.
- Diagnosed system issues by running tests, troubleshooting hardware and software problems and replacing defective components.
- Installed software applications according to customer.
- specifications & upgraded existing systems by installing new versions of operating systems or application software.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
- Applied company safety policies consistently when performing daily tasks & identified potential safety hazards related to job tasks and took appropriate action to eliminate them.
- Communicated regularly with management regarding progress made on assigned projects or tasks.
- Gathered information and reports, escalating product concerns to field services management & maintained product knowledge and aptitude to perform troubleshooting and diagnostics.
- Used logging tools to collect data from the field, supporting engineer analysis.
- Trained staff members on proper use of equipment, processes and procedures.
- Developed strategies for resolving complex technical issues encountered in the field.
- Assisted in developing training plans for technicians on the use of new technology.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly while providing excellent customer service at all times.
Construction Estimator
AKAM BANA Construction Company
Zanjan , Iran
04.2017 - 07.2022
- Prepared detailed cost estimates for construction projects from architectural drawings and specifications.
- Analyzed bids to determine if they met contractual requirements and project scope.
- Reviewed plans, specifications, bid documents and subcontractor quotes for labor, materials, equipment rental and other related items.
- Developed budgets and estimated costs for labor, materials, equipment rental and other related items.
Conducted site visits to assess the condition of existing structures or potential job sites. - Identify cost savings opportunities & investigated new products or provided technical advice regarding design changes that could help reduce overall construction costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Reconciled discrepancies between actual material costs versus initial estimates.
- Maintained records of all data associated with completed projects including total labor hours, materials used.
- Reviewed contracts prior to signing them in order to verify accuracy of all financial details.
- Monitored current market conditions related to building materials prices, labor rates and other factors that affect construction costs.
- Checked construction plans against actual field conditions to prepare estimates.
- Formulated proposals and processed work orders by analyzing and calculating field measurements, survey plans and plot plans.
- Maintained detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project-specific information.
- Inspected buildings to determine work needed to maintain buildings to code and desired standards.
Prepared estimates used by management for planning, budgeting and scheduling work. - Communicated with clients and teammates to gather information regarding project budgets, schedules and objectives and optimize plans and resolve conflicts.
Project Estimator
MAGMA Construction Company
Zanjan , Iran
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Developed accurate project estimates utilizing historical data and industry pricing standards.
- Compiled and analyzed data to determine the most cost-effective solutions for projects.
- Conducted detailed research on labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other related costs.
- Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and develop scope of work documents.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for best possible prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Reviewed designs and drawings to identify any potential risks or discrepancies in order to provide accurate estimates.
- Prepared monthly reports for management outlining estimated costs and actual expenses incurred during the project lifecycle.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors regarding changes in scope of work or additional costs associated with projects.
- Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved without compromising quality standards.
- Provided technical guidance and support to engineering staff during design phase of projects.
- Analyzed cost trends over time to anticipate future needs or budget constraints.
- Actively participated in meetings with clients, architects, engineers and other stakeholders involved in the project planning process.
- Attended trade shows, seminars, conferences as necessary in order to stay abreast of new products, technologies being used in the industry.
Estimator
ZANGAN BANADAR Construction Company
Zanjan , Iran
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Collaborates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on estimates.
- Prepares conceptual estimates based upon limited information available at the early stages of a project.
- Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Maintains accurate records of estimated versus actual costs incurred during projects.
- Coordinates with purchasing staff to ensure timely procurement of materials necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Identifies potential risks associated with proposed projects and recommends strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Performs post-project analysis to identify areas where improvements can be made in estimating processes.
- Evaluates new software programs designed for use in construction estimating processes.
- Presented prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Visited sites and recorded information about access, drainage and topography and availability of services.
- Maintained detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project-specific information.
- Collected historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
Education
BBA - Construction Estimating
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
British Columbia10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Islamic Azad University
Iran11.2009
Skills
- Project Planning
- Preparing Estimates
- Construction & Building
- Construction cost Estimates
- Project Management
- Schedule Oversight & coordination
- Data Collection & document Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management
- Project Coordination
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- AutoCAD, Bluebeam & Plan swift
Affiliations
- Second level professional badminton coach
Certification
- CCIL Certified Concrete Testing ,(BCIT),2023.
- BC Building Code, part 3 & 9, (BCIT), 2023.
- Materials and Methods1 & 2, (BCIT), 2023.
- Construction Drawings, (BCIT), 2023.
- Estimating 1 & 2 & 3: Computer App, (BCIT), 2023.
- Technical Writing & Communications, (BCIT), 2023.
- Site Processes in Construction, (BCIT), 2023.
- Business Data Analytics, (BCIT), 2022.
- Essentials of Marketing (BCIT), 2022.
- Engineering professional license in civil engineering, Ministry of Roads, and Urban Development (2nd- grade License in Supervision and execution), 2013.
- Contracting qualification license, Ministry of Roads, and Urban Development, 2010.
Timeline
Field Technician
Metro Testing & Engineering Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Construction Estimator
AKAM BANA Construction Company
04.2017 - 07.2022
Project Estimator
MAGMA Construction Company
01.2015 - 03.2017
Estimator
ZANGAN BANADAR Construction Company
04.2012 - 12.2014
BBA - Construction Estimating
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Islamic Azad University
- CCIL Certified Concrete Testing ,(BCIT),2023.
- BC Building Code, part 3 & 9, (BCIT), 2023.
- Materials and Methods1 & 2, (BCIT), 2023.
- Construction Drawings, (BCIT), 2023.
- Estimating 1 & 2 & 3: Computer App, (BCIT), 2023.
- Technical Writing & Communications, (BCIT), 2023.
- Site Processes in Construction, (BCIT), 2023.
- Business Data Analytics, (BCIT), 2022.
- Essentials of Marketing (BCIT), 2022.
- Engineering professional license in civil engineering, Ministry of Roads, and Urban Development (2nd- grade License in Supervision and execution), 2013.
- Contracting qualification license, Ministry of Roads, and Urban Development, 2010.
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