Sahar Murad, MES, LEED GA
London,Ontario
Summary
Environmental and Process Engineer with a Master's in Environment and Sustainability and LEED GA certification, offering over five years of experience in engineering design and environmental management. Specializes in GHG quantification, climate data analysis, and sustainability reporting. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing compliant environmental strategies. Focused on advancing climate mitigation and adaptation initiatives to support sustainable policymaking.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Assistant -Intern
Forest Canada
London, Canada
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted research and data analysis to support large-scale restoration projects, focusing on native species restoration and carbon sequestration
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and project plans related to nature-based solutions and sustainability strategies
- Contributed to grant proposals to support climate adaptation and resilience projects
- Participated in strategic planning meetings, providing insights on in-house GHG emissions reduction, climate-related risks, and potential involvement in voluntary carbon markets
Sustainability Consultant - Project
Regional Water Supply Systems (RWS)
London, ON
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded decarbonization initiatives by exploring electrification options to minimize GHG emissions in the RWS's existing water treatment facility
- Developed sustainability strategies and objectives to meet organizational goals using sustainability KPIs
- Conducted benchmarking to recommend decarbonization strategies, with a focus on achieving LEED v4 Silver certification, and aligning with Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) standards
- Recommended recycling programs, environmental clean-ups, and other sustainability initiatives
Process Engineer
SAIPEM ENI, Sharjah Engineering
Sharjah, UAE
09.2008 - 06.2016
- Optimized engineering designs for a $2.2 billion Saudi Aramco offshore EPIC project, enhancing efficiency and reliability in hydrocarbon processing systems
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary internal stakeholders to streamline processes and integrate engineering solutions across project phases
- Ensured compliance with industry and client-specific standards throughout upstream offshore project phases—particularly during FEED and detailed design—by verifying P&IDs and engineering deliverables in coordination with client engineering teams
- Created Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to standardize and optimize critical offshore processes, supporting safer operations and improved efficiency in line with industry best practices
- Conducted process simulations using advanced software to predict performance and identify areas for improvement
Trainee Environmental Engineer
APCC, Soil Improvement Division
Dubai, UAE
02.2008 - 09.2008
- Developed and implemented Contractor Environmental Management Plan for Palm Islands Projects, emphasizing sustainability and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted site inspections to pinpoint environmental improvement areas, and managed waste diversion programs
- Analyzed water and soil samples to determine levels of pollutants
- Achieved 20% reduction in soil contamination from piling activities through proactive management
- Collaborated with external stakeholders to ensure adherence to environmental standards throughout project lifecycle
- Mitigated risk, coordinating plans and specifications to ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory agencies
Education
Master of Environment and Sustainability - Climate Risk Assessment, ESG Reporting, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting, Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), Environmental Data Management
The University of Western Ontario
London, CAN01.2024
Bachelor of Engineering Science - Chemical Engineering, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering
The University of Western Ontario
London, CAN01.2007
Skills
Sustainability strategies
- Decarbonization planning and carbon reduction strategies
- Sustainability initiatives
- Sustainability reporting
- Nature-based solutions
- Risk assessment
Environmental analytics
- R, QGIS, and Excel proficiency
- Data visualization
- Data interpretation and communication
- Strategic decision-making
Affiliations
- Eco Canada
- Canadian Chinese Environmental Professional (CCEMP)
Certification
- LEED Green Associate, 05/25
- Construction LCA BootCamp (One Click LCA), 10/24
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the 2023 -2024 RBC Green Skills Scholarship by RBC Foundation
Timeline
Program Assistant -Intern
Forest Canada
05.2024 - 08.2024
Sustainability Consultant - Project
Regional Water Supply Systems (RWS)
12.2023 - 04.2024
Process Engineer
SAIPEM ENI, Sharjah Engineering
09.2008 - 06.2016
Trainee Environmental Engineer
APCC, Soil Improvement Division
02.2008 - 09.2008
Master of Environment and Sustainability - Climate Risk Assessment, ESG Reporting, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting, Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), Environmental Data Management
The University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Engineering Science - Chemical Engineering, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering
The University of Western Ontario
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