Ibrahim Alibrahim
PORT COQUITLAM,BC
Summary
Certified RCDD with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in smart building technologies and advanced telecommunications. Strong consulting and contractor experience ensures the delivery of innovative, reliable projects on time and within budget. Projects in airports, expos, hospitals, and residential towers have involved delivering integrated smart building solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and user experience.
Extensive experience with Converge Building Networks, security systems, building automation, fire alarms, nurse call, and public announcement systems.
Expertise in managing teams and a strong foundation in BIM, including proficiency with Dynamo, ensures every project is executed with precision and meets the highest industry standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Smith + Andersen
Vancouver, Canada
08.2021 - Current
- Manage the design and construction administration of Division 27 (Communications) and Division 28 (Electronic Safety and Security) systems, focusing on advanced smart building technologies and ensuring alignment with project scope, standards, and client goals
- Oversee the design and integration of Network infrastructure, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Nurse Call systems, Public Address, systems, AV systems Building Automation, and , ensuring seamless interoperability and compliance with industry standards
- Lead the desgin and integration of building systems, facilitating smart building functionality such as energy optimization, occupancy analytics, centralized system control, and implementing user-specific use cases to enhance operational efficiency and user experience
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and vendors, to ensure the successful implementation of system integrations, addressing challenges, and optimizing overall building performance.
- Review and approve shop drawings, submittals, and technical documentation, ensuring all low-voltage systems and integrations are aligned with the design intent and operational goals
- Conduct site reviews to verify the quality and accuracy of installations for telecommunications, and security, ensuring proper implementation of integrated smart building systems
- Provide quotations for customers tailored to their specific project requirements, detailing the scope of services, associated costs, and timelines for delivery
MEP Coordinator
Al Shafar General Contracting (ASGC)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed all phases of project from procurement to commission for assigned Electrical and Low Current packages
- Reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and other documents
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work
- Provided technical direction on electrical packages and initiatives to other engineers, designers and technicians
- Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports
- Attended on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients to monitor progress and consult with subcontractors and on-site engineers
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion
- Led weekly subcontractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as needed
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with subcontractors and engineers
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout
ELV/SAS Construction Manager
Smart Technology Services DWC LLC (Smartworld)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities
- Led installation, testing and commissioning for ELV and Low Current Systems like Fire Alarm , Building Management , Public Address System , Structured Cabling , Computer Network , Wireless Network , Surveillance , Access Control and Guest Room Management
- Leading and guiding a team of Engineers and supervisors for safe and timely execution of all construction related work
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity, and analyzed data to identify and correct any holdups
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team and contractors
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Site Electrical Engineer
Emirates Falcon Electromechanical Company (EFECO)
, United Arab Emirates
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and schematics to correctly coordinate work
- Supervised construction and pre-commissioning of electrical rooms and substations for Airport project
- Coordinated materials delivery and organization to maintain smooth flow of work
- Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware, including continuity and high-potential isolation testing
- Administered both energized and de-energized testing on multi-design change packages
- Negotiated schedules, work plans and payment structures with subcontractors
- Checked work quality and compliance with design specifications
- Inspected completed installations to observe operations and verify conformance to design and equipment specifications
Education
Master's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
01.2011
Skills
- Telecommunications design
- Smart building technologies
- MEP design knowledge
- BIM - Dynamo programming
- Multi-project management
- Team leadership
- System integration
- Construction oversight
Headline
Certified RCDD | Master's in Electrical Engineering | Expert in Smart Building Technologies & Advanced Telecommunications
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Smith + Andersen
08.2021 - Current
MEP Coordinator
Al Shafar General Contracting (ASGC)
04.2017 - 05.2021
ELV/SAS Construction Manager
Smart Technology Services DWC LLC (Smartworld)
09.2014 - 04.2017
Site Electrical Engineer
Emirates Falcon Electromechanical Company (EFECO)
04.2012 - 04.2014
Master's Degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
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