ABANOUB MERZIK
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in concrete and rebar inspection, post-tension cable assessment, and soil analysis. Proficient in conducting thorough inspections to ensure quality and compliance with standards. Skilled in identifying and resolving issues related to concrete and steel structures. Additionally, equipped with a solid foundation in structural design principles, acquired through comprehensive study, enabling effective collaboration with design teams and informed decision-making in construction projects. Well-versed in ACI and IBC codes, ensuring designs meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self-employed
Universal Edge Group LLC
Jersey City, NJ
01.2018 - Current
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 9 fleet vehicles.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Processed invoices and payments for dispatched orders to provide proof of transaction.
- Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
- Analyzed customer feedback and provided solutions to improve customer service.
- Minimized cost of operations by optimizing routes for drivers to align with budget.
- Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
- Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
- Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
- Scheduled and organized delivery routes.
- Communicated with warehouse staff to facilitate proper loading and unloading of orders.
Amazon FBA Seller
Amazon
04.2017 - Current
- Conducted retail arbitrage to build inventory for resale via online platforms.
- Built professional and trusting relationships with key customers and leveraged existing relationships via social media.
- Developed strategic online and offline partnerships to support fulfillment and direct sales programs.
- Resolve customer disputes courteously to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Processed and tracked orders and shipments to verify accurate and on-time delivery of products.
- Conducted market research and analyzed competitors to identify opportunities and maintain competitive edge.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
IBC Special Inspector
ECS Mid-Atlantic
Moorestown, NJ
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Observed assigned work to ensure alignment with approved design drawings, specifications, engineering recommendations, and other relevant documents.
- Proactively communicated with contractors, supervisors, and project managers to promptly address any issues or deviations from plans and specifications, facilitating adjustments to scheduling and ensuring smooth project progress.
- Executed inspection duties encompassing concrete, rebar, soil, and post-tension cable assessments with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project specifications.
- Assisted with training new inspectors on correct procedures related to IBC special inspection duties.
- Performed inspections of concrete forms and reinforcing steel to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and building codes.
- Performed re-inspections to ensure that corrections have been made in accordance with the approved plans.
- Methodically conducted testing, observation, and inspections in strict accordance with established procedures and comprehensive training, meticulously adhering to ACI & IBC codes to uphold quality standards and regulatory compliance.
- Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes..
Supervisor
Papaya Dog
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Structural Evaluation
- Structural and Construction Inspections
- Codes Compliance Review
- Licensed inspector for concrete and soil certified by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and International Code Council (ICC)
- Structural Design
- Competent in structural steel design concepts in alignment with industry standards
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations, including IBC requirements for structural design
- Proficiency in designing concrete structures according to ACI standards
- Familiar with building codes and regulations, including IBC requirements for structural design
Certification
- ACI - Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician—Level 1
- ICC Soils Certification.
- ICC General inspector requirement.
- Nuclear Gauge Hazard Safety Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Certification
ACI : American Concrete Institute
ICC : International Code Council
Design Education
- Fundamental Statics
- Structural Steel Design
- Concrete Design
- Soil Mechanics
- Structure Design
- Foundation Design
Timeline
IBC Special Inspector
ECS Mid-Atlantic
03.2022 - 03.2023
Self-employed
Universal Edge Group LLC
01.2018 - Current
Amazon FBA Seller
Amazon
04.2017 - Current
Supervisor
Papaya Dog
03.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
- ACI - Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician—Level 1
- ICC Soils Certification.
- ICC General inspector requirement.
- Nuclear Gauge Hazard Safety Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Certification
ACI : American Concrete Institute
ICC : International Code Council
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