HABIB KARAMI
Toronto,ON
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
PMO Director
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
Tehran, Iran
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Improved project management processes by implementing best practices and industry-standard tools.
- Developed and maintained PMO governance framework, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Enhanced overall project performance by providing guidance and support to project managers and teams.
- Supervised appropriate allocation of resources among the projects based on priorities and organization goals.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments for improved collaboration on projects.
- Managed the implementation of large-scale initiatives, driving efficiency and cost savings.
- Established a strong PMO team by recruiting, hiring, and mentoring top talent.
Project Manager
Parand E Jonoub Construction Co.
Farmaniyeh Comm. & Ofc. Tower, Tehran, Iran
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Streamlined project processes by implementing appropriate methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed and controlled comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, resources and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
Project Manager
Parand E Jonoub Construction Co.
Pardis E Nour Comm. & Res. Complex, Tehran, Iran
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Provided an efficient and appropriate executive organization (regarding the mega size of the project with more than 400,000 m2 building area).
- Participated in Structural and Architectural meetings and recommended appropriate suggestions to reduce the project timeline.
- secured an agile and qualified HSE discipline to prevent any potential harm to project personnel, company assets, the environment, and third parties both in terms of life and financial aspects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Facilitated change management processes within organizations by effectively communicating benefits of new systems or processes being introduced during projects.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Effectively managed resources allocation among 12 Sub-Projects of the Complex to avoid inter-organizational conflicts and maintain the achievements of projects objectives.
Project Manager
115 Road And Building Co.
Nasim Twin Towers, Baku, Azerbaijan
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Identified legal and industrial regulations of Azerbaijan Republic to maintain the compliance of projects activities with local constrains.
- Recognizes the available resources (sub-contractors, suppliers, vendors, and human work force) to be utilized in construction process of the project.
- Fostered unity among various project stakeholders, including the client, supervisory team, financier, and third parties associated with the project.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Facilitated change management processes within organizations by effectively communicating benefits of new systems or processes being introduced during projects.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
Project Manager
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
Azmeco Methanol Plant, Baku, Azerbaijan Republic
02.2008 - 11.2011
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Considered influences of legal restrictions, local laws and regulations, government and industrial standards of Azerbaijan Republic on project
Project Manager
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
Zagros Methanol Plant, Assaluyeh, Iran
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Closely viewed the influences of other parties commitments' delays on project cost and demanded extra payments regarding the contract terms and conditions.
Senior Estimator
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
Fanavaran Methanol Plant, Bandar E Emam \, Iran
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient technical systems and processes.
- Controlled project cost by analyzing project data and reporting the results to the project manager.
- Recognized out of scope activities and provided the needed documents based on the contract and reported to the project manager.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete complex technical projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed a robust data management system, resulting in more accurate and accessible information for decision-making purposes.
- Controlled and reported to Site Manager any inconsistencies of resources consumption considering the standards and project documents.
- Established effective relationships with vendors and subcontractors, negotiating favorable contracts for products and services that met project needs.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Chief Supervisor Engineer
Sakoo Consulting Engineers Co.
Sivand Earth Dam, Pasargad, Iran
06.2000 - 12.2001
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and streamlining communication channels.
- Controlled the project datas and reports issued by contractor and informed the client about any issues influencing project's time and cost.
- Established a comprehensive project data gathering and circulation system among the supervision disciplines and required the contractor to reschedule the project plan to meet the the objectives.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication and collaboration among the parties.
Supervision Department Manager
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
Shiraz, Iran
09.1998 - 05.2000
- Enhanced department efficiency by motivating team members using communication skills.
- Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and resource allocation.
- Increased productivity by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
- Managed the resources allocation among multiple projects based on needs and priorities.
- Reported the main issues of projects and recommended the solutions to project owners.
Chief Supervisor Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
Shirgovas Diversion Dam Project, Chabahar, Iran
03.1996 - 08.1998
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and streamlining communication channels.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by negotiating with contractor and optimizing resource allocation, significantly reducing operational expenses.
- Established strong relationships with client authorities to facilitate cooperation and support for project goals achievement.
Chief Supervision Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
Chabahar Water Transmission, Chabahar, Iran
01.1994 - 02.1996
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Solved the technical issues arising from poor engineering.
- Reported the main factors affecting the project's goals achievement and recommended the appropriate solutions to client of the project.
- Maintained collaboration among the project parties to foster the achievement of objectives.
- Established a comprehensive data gathering and circulation among the different disciplines and used the results to require the contractor to implement needed remedies.
Structural Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
Shiraz, Iran
11.1989 - 12.1994
- Improved structural integrity of different projects by performing detailed analysis and calculations of various units.
- Enhanced project efficiency by collaborating with other engineering disciplines, clients, and other engineers in the design process.
- Reduced construction costs with recommending different alternatives.
- Ensured compliance with local codes, regulations, and safety standards through thorough review of plans and specifications.
- Utilized newly introduced structural analysis software to reduce the engineering phase time and increase accuracy of analysis and design.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Shiraz University
Shiraz, Iran09.1989
Skills
- Project Management Expertise
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Team Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
- MS Excel
- Staff Management
- Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Relations
- Team Development
Languages
English
Professional Working
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Full Professional
Timeline
PMO Director
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
01.2021 - 12.2023
Project Manager
Parand E Jonoub Construction Co.
12.2017 - 12.2020
Project Manager
Parand E Jonoub Construction Co.
02.2014 - 11.2017
Project Manager
115 Road And Building Co.
02.2012 - 01.2014
Project Manager
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
02.2008 - 11.2011
Project Manager
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Senior Estimator
Mehvarsazan Engineering & Construction Co.
01.2002 - 12.2004
Chief Supervisor Engineer
Sakoo Consulting Engineers Co.
06.2000 - 12.2001
Supervision Department Manager
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
09.1998 - 05.2000
Chief Supervisor Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
03.1996 - 08.1998
Chief Supervision Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
01.1994 - 02.1996
Structural Engineer
Parab Fars Consulting Engineers
11.1989 - 12.1994
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Shiraz University