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Edward Merhej
Civil Engineer
Doha Qatar,DA
Summary
KEY QUALIFICATIONS A civil engineer and contract expert with more than 26 Years' practice in the field of contracts management, tendering & bidding from initial phase to final phase. Represented companies in managing tender documents and floating new tenders on behalf of Municipalities in Abu Dhabi. Reviewing and amending Tender Agreements, conducting, and negotiating Contract Claims and Variation Orders, and well adept at drafting professional correspondences and agreements with Clients, Consultants/Engineers, Subcontractors, Municipalities, and governmental Agencies. A professional in solid waste management studies, design, and operations. Extensive experience includes managing design and operations of landfills, compost plants, sorting and recycling facilities (MBT), in addition to medical waste management studies and evaluations. Managing dams, roads, and highway-related projects from conceptual stages through all phases of pre- and post-contract activities. (15 Years plus) Tremendous insight is gained with a portfolio of over 50 major projects completed since 1996 with the promotion of best practice in MSW and infrastructure projects governed by extensive contract management skills. Major civil infrastructure works experience in roads, pipelines, pumping stations and sewer treatment plants. Instrumental in the formulation of strategies for complex projects in UAE, Oman, Jordan, KSA, Armenia, Nigeria, and Lebanon across companies such as Batco, Lavajet, Entec Europe Consultancy, Shankland Cox Ltd., etc. Some personal qualities include Leadership skills, learning skills, ability to tackle any challenge, ability to work under pressure, willingness to work hard, responsible, punctual, and attentive. KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS Ability to overview situations. Continuously monitoring activity, cost and performance. Making careful detailed plans. Able to prioritize and delegate tasks. Competently auditing practices and procedures. Capability to identify, manage & develop resources for maximum performance. Can work independently or as part of a team. Keeping abreast of new legislation, government policy, and best practice. Able to deal professionally with all matters of discipline and grievance procedures. Ability to compile & analyze Key Performance Indicators. Having the capability to meet the changing demands of any job. Strong stakeholder management experience gained within a complex organization. Meet minimum height requirements. Highly capable in message formulation and communicating with customers. Ability to mine information from large data sets. Advanced skills in computing. Negotiating contracts. Problem solving. Analytic skills. Managing tenders. Buying. Networking. Risk management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
(PM) Civil Engineer / Drainage Engineer
Ashghal (Public Works Authority)
Doha Qatar, Qatar
10.2021 - Current
- Managed projects from award to commission.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Provided management for all running assigned projects.
- Adhered to budget requirements with excellent planning and consistent expense monitoring.
- Follow up and monitor successful project plans covering objectives, resources and staffing to meet schedules.
- Handled [Number] calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
Contracts Manager
LAVAJET SAL / BATCO SAL
Beirut, Lebanon, Lebanon
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Civil
- Assigned to LAVAJET/BATCO Beirut Offices in January of 2017
- Reviews, develops, and enforces administrative procedures for effective and economic performance within terms and conditions of contract and policies approved by Project Manager
- Administers procurement process including, but not limited to, advance review of construction plans and specifications, assistance in preparation of solicitations, coordinating and scheduling pre-bid and post bid clarification meetings, amendment preparation and contract negotiations
- Administers on-going Contracts, including monitoring projects and compliance with Contract documents
- Investigates problems and recommends corrective action
- Prepares correspondence and maintains records necessary to ensure effective administration of all Contractual matters
- Administration, review and settlement of claims, resolution of disputes and contract change negotiations
- Assists Project Manager in contract close-out procedures to ensure that all terms and conditions of contracts have been complied with prior to final payment to contractor
- Prepares agreements and amendments
- Duties include drafting, negotiating and executing agreements within established study timelines and study budgets for approval for Project Manager
- Prepares all financial cost interests on late payments by Employer and considerable resources engaged to chase interim payments or track down
- Projects (Lebanon and MENA Region):
- Solid Waste Management:
- Mechanical Biological Treatment Plant – Nabatiyeh; 250 T/day capacity solid waste treatment facility (sorting plant; composting Facility) - LB;
- Tripoli Solid Waste Collection and City Cleaning Services – Tripoli City, : Collection of roughly 168,000 t/Annum of MSW - LB;
- Construction, Operation & Maintenance of Tripoli Landfill – Tripoli City: 460 T/day - LB;
- Construction and Operation of New Temporary Landfill in Tripoli City – LB;
- Operation of Waste Treatment Facility at Hbaline – Jbeil: Treatment of approximately 200 T/day (sorting plant; compost plant) - LB;
- Treatment of Municipal Solid Waste - Upgrading of Coral Composting Plant: Upgrading of existing compost facility from windrow technology generating 300 T/day to tunnel technology with design capacity of 750 T/day – LB;
- Outsourcing of Solid Waste Collection & Transportation Street Sweeping & Cleansing Services to Al Ain North Zone - UAE;
- Outsourcing of Solid Waste Collection and Transportation, Street Sweeping & Cleaning Services to Al Ain South Zone – Lot No.8 - UAE;
- Operation, Maintenance, Monitoring and Control of Landfill at Al Dhafra and Transfer Station at Al Mafraq – CWM 80 - UAE;
- Industrial and Commercial Waste Transportation from Al Mafraq Transfer Station to Al Dhafrah Landfill – CWM 100 - UAE;
- Provision of Solid Waste Collection & Transportation, Street Sweeping & Cleaning Services in Abu Dhabi City – Lot No
- 4 in Emirate of Abu Dhabi – CWM/105 – UAE; and
- Waste Operations for Muscat Governorate (M2) Early Start of A'Seeb Including Maabela Indurstrial Area, - Oman
- Infrastructure Projects – Dams, Roads and highways:
- Construction of Brisa Dam and Lake Project (Cazza of Danniyeh) - LB;
- Construction of the Mseilha Dam and Lake Project – Batroun (Cazza of North Lebanon) – LB;
- Construction of Buildings and Infrastructure Works for Weigh-in-Motion Stations ‘WIM” in Abu Dhabi– UAE;
- Upgrade of Hamad Bin Abdullah Road - Al-Fujairah (6 km dual carriageway, 4 major roundabouts, grade separation, upgrading roundabouts to signalized intersections and interchanges, additional traffic lanes upgrading from 2 lanes to 3 lanes etc.) - UAE
- Construction of Tunnel in Sultan Bin Khalifa Roundabout at IP131 (upgrading of the existing Al Ain Roundabout to a grade separated signal junction in Al Ain) - UAE;
- Dualization of Roads from Zurub Roundabout to Buraimi Hospital Roundabout – Oman;
- Frontier Camps Project, Package 1 (Ministry of Defense) – Oman; and
- Construction of Batinah Expressway; Package 5 (41 km Carriageway and Cloverleaf interchanges, single and multi-cell reinforced concrete box culverts, median drainage system, dykes and embankment protection, and bridges) – Batinah Oman.
- Worked closely with account team to identify areas to improve cash flow and leverage tools to improve cash flow from contracts
- Maintained [Software] database for with contract, vendor and customer information
- Compiled required documentation to keep contracts compliant with [Type] requirements
- Interpreted contact terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions
- Negotiated and administered leasing and service contracts for [Type] business
- Arranged service delivery to [Number] active contracts by overseeing workers, coordinating resources and setting schedules
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs
Contracts Manager
LAVAJET Company, Al Ain
01.2011 - 12.2016
- Responsible for all aspects of contract management of ongoing solid waste management Collection and Cleaning services for Al Ain North Project and Abu Dhabi LOT 1 Project
- Negotiating with Tadweer (Employer) and amending, upgrading and improving Contract CWM 133 Project (Al Dhafra Landfill and Al Mafraq Waste Transfer Facility) in Abu Dhabi in favor of both Parties
- Managing, overseeing, and engaging in write-ups of technical and contractual aspects for submittals (Mobilization Plan, Commencement Plan and SIP) for successful startup of major full-service project in Al Ain South – Lot No.8
- Meeting and liaising with Employer's Representatives and guiding all team managers to fulfill contract requirements of Employer for Project
- Responsible for preparation and technical write-ups of Fujairah Municipality tender documents for waste collection services
- Liaised with Representatives of Municipality to help improve financing project and develop state of art services. Managed, supervised and controlled execution of contracts ranging from $140 Million to $370 Million.
- Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones
- Interpreted contact terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills
- Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts
Project Manager
AL MADINA CONSULTING ENG
Abu Dhabi, UAE, UAE
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Managing projects from Mobilization to completion by administering projects items of design and supervision
- Bringing applied perspectives in management and supervision of all related fields on bids, negotiating contracts, and overseeing various contractual outlooks of projects under execution and those to be awarded
- Managing and supervising superstructure and infrastructure works relating to sewer, storm and water supply along with high rise buildings
- Preparation of Variations and Claims
- Related projects: 1
- Tiger steel industries (infrastructure plus roads and civil works) 750,000 m2; 2
- Cosmoplast roads infrastructure 120,000 m2; and 3
- Al Arabia lil sahafa wil i3lem civil works building.
Project Manager
ENTEC EUROPE LTD CONSLTANCY, SHANKLAND COX LTD
Al Ain, UAE, UAE
06.2006 - 07.2008
- Managing two (2) solid waste management projects in Al Ain city
- Overall responsibilities include handling operations and guaranteeing smooth administration of projects with Al Ain Municipality (“Client”)
- Liaising with Client for outsourcing of solid waste management Projects in Al Ain City
- Responsibilities include technical and contractual preparation and submittal of bids, for Management, Operation and Maintenance of following facilities taking account of, but not limited to:
- Waste Collection and Cleaning Services for Al Ain North and South Zones
- Sorting Station (2500 T/day capacity) and Compost Plant.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
- Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
Environmental Supervisor/ Senior Coordinating Engineer
NAEL AND BIN HARMAL HYDROEXPORT
Al Ain, UAE, UAE
03.2004 - 05.2006
- Managing contractual coordination, and contractual adaptation for construction of solid waste management projects in Al Ain City to include: (Sanitary Landfill of four cells with dimensions (500m x 500m), Crusher Plant, Sorting Station – 4 sorting lines generating up to 2500 tons/ day, (4) Transfer Stations, and Clinical Waste Incinerator)
- Involved in infrastructure waste management design and construction of facilities.
- Conducted and coordinated initial and final inspections of installations for onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
- Coordinated onsite sewage treatment and disposal system program and conducted soil analyses and onsite property evaluations
- Completed financial tasks by estimating costs and preparing and managing budgets
- Evaluated employee performance and recommended promotions, transfers and dismissals
- Coordinated daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling
- Drove continuous commitment to product quality and safety, reducing downtime and overtime with effective budgeting and assignation of talents as well as resources
- Maintained required records of work hours, budgets and payrolls
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated
Senior Civil Engineer
GLOBEX ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Dora, Lebanon, Lebanon
06.2002 - 03.2004
- Engaged in geotechnical design of landfill structures
- Managed design of vertical expansion of Tripoli landfill and Zahle sanitary landfill
- Engaged in supervision and dynamic compaction works of airport runways in Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport
- Involved in closure lining systems for several dams in Syria (Sakkabi, Dreikish, Al Hossein etc.)
- Sub-consultant for DAR AL HANDASAH – NAZIH TALEB & PARTNERS for preparation of MBT Facility in Beirut.
- Acted as client manager for 2 Consultants simultaneously.
Project Engineer
Technofin-Batco JV
, Lebanon
10.2000 - 06.2002
- Involved in restoration of Silos at Beirut Port
- Duties included project management and ensuring contractual compliance of works with Consultant/Employer
- Construction of Maramel link road dual carriage way close to Beirut International Airport
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets
- Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance, health and safety
Site Manager
Impresem-Batco JV
, Lebanon
09.1998 - 09.2000
- Responsible for project management and construction of additional (2) new storm water culvert structures (500m) each, continuation of Haret Hreik Sands Tunnel (1.9km) for surface water draining located in Haret Hreik
- Managed staff of 200 labors.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices
- Supervised contractor work processes and adherence to project schedule
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team
- Planned, coordinated and managed operations and field safety programs for building construction, and infrastructure and public works projects
- Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss safety procedures, compliance issues and facility maintenance
- Provided general office administration, correspondence, filing and spreadsheet development
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for 3 years
- Trained managers of each department in safety protocols and procedures
- Attended [Number] on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used
- Monitored, coached and supervised team of 120 employees in 1998-2000
Site/Coordinating Engineer and Materials Engineer
Impresem-Batco JV
, Lebanon
07.1996 - 08.1998
- Responsibilities included site supervision of works to the construction of the Tunnel Haret Hreik Sands project, revising structural design, bar bending scheduling and quantity estimating, concrete batching and casting, road excavation and fill, compaction, asphalting and leveling of roads, monthly reports, and monthly invoices
- Duties also included planning, project management, scheduling, cash inflows and outflows, preparation of contracts with suppliers and subcontractors, structural design and re- design monthly progress reports, daily correspondences, variation orders, and claims
- Responsible for the methodology of works, managed quality control reports and supervised material testing
- Arterials engineer also involved in designing concrete batches of several types to meet severe weather conditions of the Yammouneh Irrigation Project for the rehabilitation and development of existing concrete canals, precast works, sluice gates and concrete pipes
- Transportation site engineer working on the Greater Beirut transportation plan, data collection and software design.
- Managed team of 23 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
Education
• Diploma - Fluid Mechanics And Hydraulics
San Jose
USA 07.2021 - 02.2022
M.Eng - Civil Engineering
University of Massachusetts
Boston 04.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Southampton
Boldrewood Innovation Campus 10.1993 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Geology/Petroleum Studies
American University of Beirut
Bliss Street 10.1988 - 07.1993
Skills
Civil engineering
undefinedAccomplishments
- Different training in Project Management, Contracts (FIDIC), Management Effectiveness, Corporate Finance, ISO, and QHSE
- ORKSHOPS AND CERTIFICATES
- ISO 9001 - 1996
- Workshop on MANAGEMENT EFFECTIVENESS - 2012
Affiliations
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) - UK – member American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) - USA – member
American Concrete Institute (ACI) - USA – member International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) - USA - member Solid Waste Association of America (SWANA)- USA- member National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) - USA – member Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) – UK – AICE Chartered Management Institute (CMI) – UK – Member Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) – UK – Member Association for Project Management (APM_ – Member Chartered Institution for Highways and Transportation (CIHT) - UK – Member Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) – USA - Member Additional Information, Certifications 1. Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) - UK – member 2. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) - USA – member 3. American Concrete Institute (ACI) - USA – member 4. International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) - USA - member 5. Solid Waste Association of America (SWANA)- USA- member 6. National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) - USA – member 7. Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) – UK – AICE 8. Chartered Management Institute (CMI) – UK – Member 9. Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) – UK – Member 10. Association for Project Management (APM_ – Member 11. Chartered Institution for Highways and Transportation (CIHT) - UK – Member 12. Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) – USA - Member
Additional Information
REFERENCES
Christiane Bou Najem, Jurist, Head of Legal Division at Council of Development and Reconstruction, Tallet Al Sarail, Lebanon. Landline: +961 1 980098. christianeb@cdr.gov.lb
David Abi Rafi, Civil Engineer, Project Manager, JACOBS, Qatar. Mobile: +974 55191411.
Ghassan Khairallah, Engineer, Head of Roads & Transport Department at Council of Development and Reconstruction, Tallet Al Sarail, Lebanon. Mobile: +961 3 727111.
ghassank@cdr.gov.lb
Mohamad Saeed Al Dehhi, Engineer, Acting Projects Section Head Collection &
Transportation Projects Department at TADWEER, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Cell Phone: +971 50 566 7829. mohamad.aldehhi@tadweer.ae
Dr. Neil D. Williams Ph.D., P.E, Engineer, CEO Innviron Corporation (Innviron) and previously Professor of Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology. n.williams@innviron.com
Software
Certification
CM - Certified Manager Certification
Interests
Scuba Diving, Swimming, Running and Parachuting
References
Christiane Bou Najem, Jurist, Head of Legal Division at Council of Development and Reconstruction, Tallet Al Sarail, Lebanon. Landline: +961 1 980098. christianeb@cdr.gov.lb
David Abi Rafi, Civil Engineer, Project Manager, JACOBS, Qatar. Mobile: +974 55191411.
Ghassan Khairallah, Engineer, Head of Roads & Transport Department at Council of Development and Reconstruction, Tallet Al Sarail, Lebanon. Mobile: +961 3 727111.
ghassank@cdr.gov.lb
Mohamad Saeed Al Dehhi, Engineer, Acting Projects Section Head Collection &
Transportation Projects Department at TADWEER, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Cell Phone: +971 50 566 7829. mohamad.aldehhi@tadweer.ae
Dr. Neil D. Williams Ph.D., P.E, Engineer, CEO Innviron Corporation (Innviron) and previously Professor of Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology. n.williams@innviron.com
Timeline
(PM) Civil Engineer / Drainage Engineer
Ashghal (Public Works Authority)
10.2021 - Current
• Diploma - Fluid Mechanics And Hydraulics
San Jose
07.2021 - 02.2022
M.Eng - Civil Engineering
University of Massachusetts
04.2019 - 12.2020
Contracts Manager
LAVAJET SAL / BATCO SAL
01.2017 - 06.2021
Contracts Manager
LAVAJET Company, Al Ain
01.2011 - 12.2016
Project Manager
AL MADINA CONSULTING ENG
08.2008 - 12.2010
Project Manager
ENTEC EUROPE LTD CONSLTANCY, SHANKLAND COX LTD
06.2006 - 07.2008
Environmental Supervisor/ Senior Coordinating Engineer
NAEL AND BIN HARMAL HYDROEXPORT
03.2004 - 05.2006
Senior Civil Engineer
GLOBEX ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
06.2002 - 03.2004
Project Engineer
Technofin-Batco JV
10.2000 - 06.2002
Site Manager
Impresem-Batco JV
09.1998 - 09.2000
Site/Coordinating Engineer and Materials Engineer
Impresem-Batco JV
07.1996 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Southampton
10.1993 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Geology/Petroleum Studies
American University of Beirut
10.1988 - 07.1993
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