AHMED OUDA
Paramus,NJ
Summary
Construction leader with deep experience guiding projects from pre-construction through final closeout. Brings disciplined project controls, budget oversight, quality management, and code compliance to protect schedule, cost, and client investment across commercial and civil work.
Overview
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Certification
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21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager / Director of Operations
Oudaz General Contracting Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2026
- Provide executive leadership for all construction operations, overseeing projects from pre-construction through final acceptance and closeout.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Direct company wide project management systems and quality control programs.
- Lead planning, budgeting, procurement, subcontractor selection, and execution strategies.
- Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, and compliance documentation.
- Implement and manage the Three-Phase Quality Control Process (Preparatory, Initial, Follow-Up).
- Conduct executive level progress reviews and weekly QC meetings.
- Oversee RFIs, non-conformance notices, corrective actions, and contract compliance.
- Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and NYC DOB requirements.
- Manage punch lists, certificates of occupancy, O&M manuals, warranties, and final documentation.
- Maintain as-built documentation and oversee system testing and commissioning.
- Leadership Impact.
- Strengthened internal QC systems to improve inspection performance and client satisfaction.
- Built structured reporting systems to enhance schedule transparency and accountability.
- Maintained strong safety culture supported by advanced OSHA certifications.
Senior Project Manager / Chief Operating Officer
Civil Contracting Corp.
Ridgefield, NJ
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Directed all operational and construction functions for a large contracting organization.
- Executive Leadership Scope:
- Managed daily operations, field teams, project managers, and administrative departments.
- Developed short and long term strategic business plans.
- Oversaw CPM scheduling, procurement strategy, union labor coordination, and structural manufacturing.
- Ensured adherence to budgets, safety programs, and quality standards.
- Established company wide policies and operational procedures.
- Led employee performance management, development, and workforce planning.
- Organizational Contributions:
- Improved operational efficiency through structured planning systems.
- Strengthened alignment between field execution and executive strategy.
- Enhanced organizational accountability and reporting standards.
Construction / Civil Engineer
New York Stone Co. Inc.
Port Washington, NY
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed project engineering, contract administration, scheduling, and cost control for public and private projects.
- Negotiated contracts and change orders with owners and subcontractors.
- Developed master project schedules and monitored progress milestones.
- Performed quantity take-offs and full cost breakdown analysis.
- Reviewed structural and architectural drawings for compliance.
- Supervised superintendents and subcontractors.
- Prepared payment applications and safety documentation per OSHA standards.
Construction Project Manager
Manley Construction Co. Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Oversaw multi-trade construction projects in high pressure urban environments.
- Developed CPM schedules using Primavera P3/P3e.
- Managed earned value analysis and cost performance tracking.
- Coordinated site logistics and multi-discipline contractors.
- Prepared as-built drawings and technical documentation using AutoCAD.
- Controlled budgets, change management processes, and reporting systems.
Construction Engineer / Estimator
New York Stone Co. Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Foundation roles focused on structural design, reinforced concrete systems, steel framing, cost estimating, quantity surveying, and bid preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
01-2004
Skills
- Construction Operations Leadership
- Project Executive Oversight
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Quality Control & Assurance Systems
- Contract Negotiation & Administration
- CPM Scheduling & Project Controls
- Cost Estimating & Budget Management
- Regulatory & Code Compliance (NYC DOB / OSHA)
- Union & Subcontractor Management
- Risk Mitigation & Safety Programs
- Change Order & Claims Management
- Project Closeout & Commissioning
- Project Scheduling: Primavera P3/P3e, CPM Scheduling, Earned Value Analysis
- Engineering & Drafting: AutoCAD, SAP2000
- Project Controls: Cost Estimating, Quantity Takeoffs, Budget Analysis
- Construction Administration: RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders, Quality Control Documentation, As-Built Records, Testing, Commissioning & Closeout
Personal Information
- Title: CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
- Nationality: U.S. Citizen
- Availability: Willing to Relocate
- Work Permit: U.S. Citizen
Certification
- OSHA 40-Hour Site Safety Manager
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety & Health
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety & Health
- OSHA SST-62 Site Safety Training
- NYC DOB Construction Superintendent License
- Supported Scaffold User Certifications (OSHA & NYC DOB)
- MTA Railroad Track Safety Training (TS3)
- LIRR Railroad Track Safety Training
- SST-307 8 Hours Fall Prevention.
- SST-302 2 Hours Drug & Alcohol Awareness.
- SST-301 2 Hours Safety Plan (SSP).
- SST-304 2 Hours Toolbox Talks.
- SST-303 2 Hours Pre-Task Meeting.
- SST-202 1 Hour Confined Space Entry.
- SST-104 1 Hour First Aid & CPR.
- SST-208 1 Hour Flag Person.
- SST-108 1 Hour Protection from Sun Exposure.
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Executive decision maker with hands-on construction expertise.
- Strong communicator with clients, government agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented leader with commitment to quality and safety excellence.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and large field teams.
- Results-driven with focus on schedule, cost, and performance.
Timeline
Senior Project Manager / Director of Operations
Oudaz General Contracting Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2026
Senior Project Manager / Chief Operating Officer
Civil Contracting Corp.
01.2011 - 01.2014
Construction / Civil Engineer
New York Stone Co. Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
Construction Project Manager
Manley Construction Co. Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2009
Construction Engineer / Estimator
New York Stone Co. Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport