ABDULLAH WARDAK
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
To serve your business as a dedicated, hard-working employee, contributing to the success of your organization
Construction professional with expertise in materials testing and quality assurance. Proven ability to conduct detailed inspections and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Known for strong teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic construction environments. Proficient in laboratory testing, data analysis, and field inspections.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Materials Technician
ECS
01.2025 - Current
- Supported quality assurance efforts by maintaining precise records of all test results and inspections performed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying and resolving material-related challenges that arose during construction projects.
- Enhanced project efficiency by conducting materials testing and analysis on construction sites.
- Performed daily floor walks and supervised receive docks to investigate and resolve material issues.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
Project Inspector
CTL
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Increased accuracy of inspections through continuous professional development, staying up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies relevant to the field.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and contractors, fostering open communication channels for addressing concerns or potential issues during projects.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Safeguarded project integrity by verifying compliance with environmental regulations and conservation requirements during inspections.
Concrete Testing Technician
Soil Testing & Engineering Ltd
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough testing and analysis of various components.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards through meticulous attention to detail during all phases of testing.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment for potential integration into existing workflows, staying current with industry innovations.
- Developed comprehensive reports on test findings, providing valuable insights for design improvements.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by consistently monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators during testing processes.
- Trained new staff members on proper use of equipment and company-specific procedures, promoting consistency across the team''s work output.
- Analyzed material to determine strength, stability and diagnose performance problems.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
Customer Service Representative
Walmart
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
Project Manager
Ghor University
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Construct Education Faculty Building: 4 story, 42 rooms, classrooms, faculty offices, dining hall
- Reported to Senior Engineer
- Negotiated between private landowners & government to obtain site
- Created plans to implement design: transportation, safety, office, tools, electric & water supply, waste management, work site
- Hired & managed technical team: Quality Control Engineer, Site Mgr, Electrical Engineer, Water Supply Engineer
- Hired & oriented construction workers
Provincial Engineer
Ministry of Education
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Improvement of 10 school buildings in remote areas of Kabul
- Reported to Senior Engineer
- Investigated structures and determined needed repairs
- Hired surveyors and incorporated surveys in proposal
- Prepared bill of quantities, specifications, plan schedules, cost estimates, contracts
- Submitted proposals to Ministry of Education for approval
- Assisted Construction Mgr in monitoring and supervising all phases of construction
- Performed regular site visits, identified issues with Construction Mgr, contributed to action plans for remedy
- Created daily & weekly progress reports to Sr Engineer & Chief Engineer and central office, identified problems and recommended practical solutions
Irrigation Team Leader
Ministry of Agriculture
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Abate flooding in several villages; Inspect & repair existing irrigation canals. Design Engineer planned the erection of retaining and gabion walls on both sides of the Laghman River. Funded by USAID (US Agency for International Development)
- Assisted Project Engineer
- Interpreted & implemented site drawings, estimated materials
- Supervised sub-contractors (site foremen, technicians), attended & contributed to prime contractor meetings
- Estimated materials
- Performed assessment of irrigation project
- Prepared daily report & expenses report
- Attended client meetings
- Managed scheduled activities
Quality Control Engineer
Smart Union Construction Company (SUCC)
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Khost Shara Base of US ARMY, Afghanistan
- Prepared daily QC field report, distributed to USACE & SUCC
- Operated QCS
- Inspected all site activities & followed the deficiency tracking log
- Performed all QC tests at site & lab
- Reviewed specifications, drawings, and scope of work, technical requirements, RFP & contracts
- Held preparatory, initial and follow-up phase checklist meetings for all definable features of work
- Held weekly QC/Safety meetings with all project staff at site
- Prepared monthly progress payment documents and submitted them to client
Site Engineer
Smart Union Construction Company (SUCC)
04.2013 - 10.2013
- National Rural Access Program – Khost Province, Afghanistan
- Interpreted & implemented drawings
- Managed scheduled activities
- Supervised site foremen & technicians
- Created estimates
- Prepared the work plans & daily reports for QC & PM
- Determined site layout and staked out the buildings and roads
- Attended meetings with prime contractor & AED
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Civil Engineering
Sheikh Zayed University
Skills
- Construction safety
- Concrete testing
- Data collection
- Equipment calibration
- Laboratory testing
- Materials sampling
- Structural analysis
- Field inspections
- Geotechnical engineering
- Soil analysis
- Sample preparation
- MS Excel
- Materials testing
- Laboratory equipment operation
- Materials processing
- Teamwork
- Structural knowledge
- Site preparation
- Concrete finishing
Certification
- ACI certified.
- ODOT Compaction certified.
- Nuclear Gauge safety trained.
- Concrete cylinders break.
- Great skills and knowledge on performing the standard proctors, sew analysis, one point proctor and sampling.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Construction Materials Technician
ECS
01.2025 - Current
Project Inspector
CTL
07.2024 - 12.2024
Concrete Testing Technician
Soil Testing & Engineering Ltd
06.2023 - 06.2024
Customer Service Representative
Walmart
06.2022 - 06.2023
Project Manager
Ghor University
01.2018 - 06.2021
Provincial Engineer
Ministry of Education
06.2015 - 01.2018
Irrigation Team Leader
Ministry of Agriculture
08.2014 - 05.2015
Quality Control Engineer
Smart Union Construction Company (SUCC)
12.2013 - 06.2014
Site Engineer
Smart Union Construction Company (SUCC)
04.2013 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Civil Engineering
Sheikh Zayed University
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