Mahtab Gheisari
Vancouver,BC
Summary
A responsible and motivated person with +22 years of structural engineering experience in consulting engineering environment and a specialist in structural design of concrete, steel, and timber structures. Holder of a First-Grade certification in seismic design and supervision of steel and concrete structures from Iran, and familiar with Canada and U.S. Design Codes Effectively participated in all phases from conceptual design through to the construction completion, in addition to BMI modelers on structural analysis and design lead the team with very high interpersonal and management skills. Eager to be updated I have started a master's degree in Wood Design in the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) set to conclude in December 2023, as well as taking the first-grade construction certification in summer 2023 in Iran. I have recently completed a program in Construction during the summer of 2022,to be able to claim that in all parts of structural engineering I have some experience. I have learnt to be multitasking, extrovert, sociable and enjoy team working. Very punctual with proven capability in communication and coordination with team members and clients productively. Motivated professional offering two masters in structural engineering and timber structure. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Hardworking and reliable structural engineer with strong ability in seismic design and 3D modeling. Offering expertise in Auto-Cad, SAP2000, ETABS and SAFE. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
UNBC
Prince George, BC
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
- Presented findings at professional conferences or seminars as required by faculty supervisors.
- Researched data processing operations and monitored proof of concept with new processes.
- Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Conducted surveys, interviews and experimental research to facilitate data analysis.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
- Prepared reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Senior Structural Design Engineer
Peyman-Gostar-e-Khak-Jonoob
Shiraz, Iran
03.2013 - 09.2021
- Effectively participated in all phases of a project from conceptual design through to the construction completion
- BIM modelers on structural analysis & design lead the team with very high interpersonal and management skills
- Monitoring and reporting progress regarding deadlines and financial limitations
- Managing client networks and relationships within the firm
- Ensuring designs meet safety standards
- Innovating for cost-effective solutions.
- Developed construction drawings, details and specifications for a variety of projects.
- Reviewed shop drawings to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Prepared structural analysis reports using finite element software packages.
- Conducted field inspections to verify structural integrity of existing buildings.
- Coordinated with other engineering disciplines on various projects.
- Implemented quality assurance procedures in accordance with standards.
- Resolved technical issues related to structural design and construction activities.
- Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior design engineers.
- Collaborated with architects, contractors, owners, and regulatory agencies on code compliance matters.
- Investigated failure of existing structures and developed repair plans.
- Compiled data from laboratory testing of soil samples for foundation design purposes.
- Attended meetings with clients to discuss ongoing projects or potential future work.
- Monitored and inspected all work for each project.
- Upheld all local, state and federal civil and structural design requirements, as well as IBC and AISC-LRFD, ACI codes.
Structural Engineer
Jonoob-Shiraz
Shiraz, Iran
09.2001 - 03.2013
- Performing structural analysis and seismic design of complex concrete and steel structures using both manual and ETABS, SAP2000
- Supervising and overseeing the work of project design team members including senior engineers, and graduates
- Monitoring and reporting progress against time and financial objectives
- Proposing innovative technical details and problem solving in the constructions project.
- Conducted structural analysis of existing structures to determine load-bearing capacity and structural integrity.
- Developed plans, specifications, and construction details for new structures.
Education
Master of Applied Science - Timber structures
University of Northern British Columbia
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
Shiraz University
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Hormozgan University
Skills
- Seismic and dynamic (Modal and Time-history) analysis
- Seismic design of Steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures
- Expertise in ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office 2016
- Experienced in project and client management
- Geo structural design (Shallow foundation, piles, and deep foundations)
- Experienced in industrial projects
- Construction Estimating
- Strong knowledge of building Codes and Regulations structural design: NBCC2015, CSA A233:2019,CSA O 86;2019, AISC- LRFD 2001, ACI 318-19 for
- An excellent overview and understanding of engineering principles
- Strong Technical Knowledge: A deep understanding of structural engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis
- Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify and analyze complex structural problems and propose effective solutions
- Attention to Detail: Precision and thoroughness in calculations, drawings, and specifications to ensure structural integrity and safety
- Communication Skills: Effective communication with clients, architects, contractors, and other team members
- Teamwork: Collaboration with architects, other engineers, and construction professionals to coordinate structural design with overall building design, and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Project Management: Organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Leadership: Demonstrating leadership qualities when overseeing junior engineers or technical teams
- Adaptability: The ability to adapt to evolving technologies, design methods, and project requirements
- Ethics and Professionalism: Upholding ethical standards in engineering practice, including honesty, integrity, and accountability
- Public Presentations
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Team Leadership Abilities
- Site and Environmental Analysis
- Construction Estimation
- Design Software Proficiency
- Seismic Design
- Expertise in [Software]
- Seismic Analysis
- Load Calculations
- Performance Tracking
- Stakeholder Relations
- Structural Design
- Cost Estimation
- Load Calculation
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Project Coordination
- Technical Consulting
Certification
- First-Grade design of concrete and steel structure certification (Iran 2011)
- First-Grade design and supervision of concrete and steel structure certification (Iran 2011)
- First-Grade construction certification (Iran 2023)
Accomplishments
- Among the first ten women in Fars province to successfully attain a first-grade design certificate
- 2007 – 2012, (among top 5% civil engineers accepted in the Promotion to Second- and First-grade Certification Exams), Fars province, Iran
- 1996 (among top 5% students accepted in Public Universities Entrance Exam), Fars, Iran
- 2004, (among top 5% civil engineers accepted in the Professional Certification Exam), Fars, Iran
Tel
2509810319
Languages
- Farsi (Persian), native
- English, Professional
- French, Limited, Intermediate
- German, Elementary, Beginner
Timeline
Research Assistant
UNBC
09.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Structural Design Engineer
Peyman-Gostar-e-Khak-Jonoob
03.2013 - 09.2021
Structural Engineer
Jonoob-Shiraz
09.2001 - 03.2013
Master of Applied Science - Timber structures
University of Northern British Columbia
Master of Science - Structural Engineering
Shiraz University
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Hormozgan University
- First-Grade design of concrete and steel structure certification (Iran 2011)
- First-Grade design and supervision of concrete and steel structure certification (Iran 2011)
- First-Grade construction certification (Iran 2023)
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