ALI AHMAD
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Strategized and led teams to successfully complete large-scale engineering and construction initiatives over a 15-year career.,Oversaw and optimized portfolios exceeding $500 million across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.,Leveraged OSHA 30 certification to enhance project lifecycle management, including risk, cost, and stakeholder management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
TRIMARK USA
Chicago, IL
03.2025 - Current
- Direct complete execution of high-value kitchen engineering projects exceeding $1M utilizing Project Controls, Resource Planning, and Progress Reporting methodologies.
- Develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) plans and Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules to ensure on-time project delivery.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams of up to 15 professionals on major installations including Aurora Casino and Chicago Wolves facilities.
- Administer annual capital budgets exceeding $6M through Cost Forecasting, Financial Reporting, and performance tracking.
- Achieved a 20% reduction in project delays through procurement optimization, Process Improvement initiatives, and enhanced scheduling controls.
Project Manager
A & A BUILDERS
New York, NY
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Managed a diverse portfolio exceeding $500M across more than 30 commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.
- Directed Scope Management, Risk Management, Change Management, and Stakeholder Management throughout project lifecycles.
- Led over 50 subcontracted professionals within a Matrix Organization Leadership environment while maintaining exceptional safety performance.
- Applied Earned Value Management (EVM), Performance Metrics, and Project Controls to monitor project execution and budget performance.
- Reduced change-order costs by 15% through detailed pre-construction planning, robust scope definition, and Contingency Planning.
Founder & Operations Director
PIZZA RESTAURANT
Brooklyn, NY
06.2011 - 02.2021
- Transformed a start-up operation into a business generating more than $1M in annual revenue.
- Managed full P&L responsibility and annual budgets exceeding $250K.
- Conducted Business Case Analysis, Cost-Benefit Analysis, and Net Present Value (NPV) evaluations to support growth initiatives.
- Implemented inventory management and Process Improvement systems that reduced material waste by 25%, generating approximately $50K in annual savings.
Project Manager
SARATOGA CORP.
New York, NY
06.2006 - 05.2011
- Directed multimillion-dollar construction, renovation, and utility infrastructure projects from procurement through project closeout.
- Managed contractors, schedules, budgets, and Resource Planning activities while ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Served as primary liaison for clients, contractors, and stakeholders, delivering consistent Progress Reporting and project transparency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY09.2024
Skills
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Critical Path Method (CPM) Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Scope Management Risk Management Contingency Planning Change Management
- Project Controls Resource Planning Progress Reporting Performance Metrics
- Capital Budgeting Cost Forecasting Cost-Benefit Analysis Net Present Value (NPV)
- Business Case Analysis Financial Reporting Stakeholder Management
- Contractor Negotiation Matrix Organization Leadership Team Building Process Improvement
- Utility Infrastructure Projects Construction Management Operational Excellence
- Software: AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, BIM, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6
Certification
Engineer in Training (EIT) | OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety | PMP Certification (In Progress)
TECHNICAL SKILLS & LANGUAGES
Languages: Fluent in English and Arabic; Conversational in Spanish
Timeline
Project Manager
TRIMARK USA
03.2025 - Current
Project Manager
A & A BUILDERS
01.2018 - 12.2024
Founder & Operations Director
PIZZA RESTAURANT
06.2011 - 02.2021
Project Manager
SARATOGA CORP.
06.2006 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
New York City College of Technology