Maziar Lavizeh
Aurora,ON
Summary
Over 7 years of direct experience in project coordination and controls on complex EPC projects in the energy sector, with full life cycle exposure (engineering, procurement, construction). PMP certified with solid knowledge of project controls principles, including cost tracking, schedule development, earned value analysis (EVM), change management, and forecasting. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, and demonstrated experience coordinating projects valued at over $100M. Coordinated and ensured effective communication between JICA, TEPSCO, and Mitsubishi Corporation (Japanese stakeholders) in the modernization of a steam power plant project. Built and maintained WBS/CBS, baselines; produced weekly/monthly dashboards and executive reporting for internal leadership and international clients (e.g., JICA, TEPSCO, Mitsubishi). Experienced in managing both direct and indirect project costs, including commitment tracking, accruals, and trend analysis. Recognized for cost reduction and schedule adherence improvements through risk-based mitigation and disciplined controls execution. Skilled in Primavera P6 and MS Project for schedule development, monitoring, and updates across engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator & Controller
Thermal Power Plants Holding (TPPH)
07.2018 - 02.2025
- Acted as primary contact for reporting activities, preparing and validating weekly and monthly reports for internal stakeholders and clients (including international partners such as JICA, TEPSCO, and Mitsubishi).
- Assessed contract terms to verify alignment with scope, timelines, budgets, safety standards, and stakeholder requirements using structured compliance tools and documentation tracking.
- Developed and updated project schedules and cost forecasts using Primavera P6 by creating WBS, sequencing activities, estimating durations, assigning resources, and maintaining baseline schedules aligned with project milestones.
- Managed the setup and maintenance of detailed project schedules (Primavera P6), integrating engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
- Tracked earned and physical progress (EVM, CPI/SPI), led variance and trend analysis, and updated forecasts with actions to keep the project on schedule and within budget.
- Prepared documentation and supported project management in monthly and quarterly progress meetings, providing performance insights and variance analysis.
- Coordinated with accounting and procurement teams for invoice tracking, delivery updates, and financial reconciliation.
- Performed progress calculation verifications, ensuring consistency between site updates and reporting metrics.
Project Control Supervisor
Thermal Power Plants Holding (TPPH)
12.2014 - 07.2018
- Developed and maintained detailed project plans, schedules, and progress reports, improving project control procedures and contributing to 15% increase in schedule adherence.
- Enhanced risk management strategies by analyzing project deviations against baseline schedule and implementing mitigation plans, resulting in 10% reduction in EPC project costs.
- Supervised project schedules for modernization initiatives, maintaining adherence to deadlines and cost constraints across projects.
- Collaborated with contractors and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimize project workflows.
- Prepared regular status updates for senior management and stakeholders to ensure transparency.
Project Control Expert
Iran Power Development Company (IPDC)
12.2003 - 12.2014
- Facilitated weekly and monthly progress meetings to track milestones and resolve bottlenecks.
- Designed and implemented project documentation processes, including ISO 9001 quality assurance procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
IMI Industrial Management Institute
Tehran, Iran01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Azad University
Tehran, Iran01.1997
Skills
- Technical skills: Primavera P6, MS Project
- Soft skills: adaptability, communication, and organizational skills
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI
- Bilingual: English and Farsi
- Detail-oriented
- Team coordination
- Project management
- Documentation management
- Time management
- Project coordination
- Flexible and adaptable
- Project scheduling
- Risk analysis and management
- Quality assurance
- Data collection
- Cost control
- Cost management
- Powerpoint presentations
- Continuous improvement
- Negotiations
- Presentation creation and delivery
Accomplishments
As a Project Coordinator and Project Control Supervisor with over a decade of experience in the energy and industrial sectors, I bring a strong track record of delivering complex capital projects on time and within budget—most notably within power plant modernization initiatives. My career has been shaped by managing multidisciplinary teams, navigating international partnerships, and aligning project execution with both technical and financial requirements. I’ve successfully collaborated with global stakeholders—including JICA, TEPSCO, Mitsubishi Corporation, and Power Machines Russia—and governmental organizations such as the Planning and Budget Organization (PBO) and OIETAI. These experiences have strengthened my capabilities in contract negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. My strengths include project scheduling (Primavera P6, MS Project), cost control, quality assurance (ISO 9001, EFQM), and risk management. I am also a certified PMP and hold a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering. I’m especially passionate about applying my international experience to support organizations focused on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.
Certification
- Primavera P6 Master Training, Udemy- Instructor: Roggero Rossi, 2025
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 2022
- Primavera P6 (Course 102), Aryana Institute, Tehran, Iran, 2013
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, TUV Academy, Tehran, Iran, 2007
Timeline
Project Coordinator & Controller
Thermal Power Plants Holding (TPPH)
07.2018 - 02.2025
Project Control Supervisor
Thermal Power Plants Holding (TPPH)
12.2014 - 07.2018
Project Control Expert
Iran Power Development Company (IPDC)
12.2003 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Azad University
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
IMI Industrial Management Institute