Faizan Ahmad Lali
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Ph.D. Student in Civil Engineering at Michigan State University with a strong background in pavement engineering, research, and project management. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing complex infrastructure projects focusing on optimizing performance and efficiency. Published researcher with contributions to pavement performance prediction and sensitivity analysis, including presentations at international conferences. Committed to advancing innovative engineering solutions through rigorous research, data-driven methodologies, and industry collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Frontier Works Organization
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in team's ability to deliver results.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Assistant Project Manager
Corps Of Engineers
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing time-saving tools.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing compliance with safety standards and regulations at all times.
- Played a key role in resolving conflicts between team members.
- Played an integral role in the development and implementation of project quality assurance measures.
Staff Officer
Corps Of Engineers
12.2011 - 07.2012
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Delivered targeted coaching sessions for employees seeking to improve their technical skills or advance their careers.
- Improved team productivity through effective communication, training, and performance evaluations.
Education
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2027
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Science And Technology (NUST)
Islamabad, Pakistan06.2019
Skills
- Expertise in Mechanistic-Empirical Design Software
- Experienced with Geographic Information Systems
- Civil 3D Proficiency
- MATLAB Data Analysis Skills
- Proficient in Python
- Mitchback Proficiency
- Data Analysis with SAS and R
- Document Preparation With LaTeX
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Publications
- Relative Significance of Coefficients and Local Calibration of Rigid Performance Prediction Models Using Pavement-ME (1st Author) – Published in conference proceeding of 13th International Conference on Concrete Pavements (ICCP) held in Minnesota, 2024.
- Scaled Sensitivity of Pavement-ME Transfer Function Coefficients for Flexible and Rigid Pavements (2nd Author) – Published in Transportation Research Record (TRR) 2024.
- Mechanistic-Empirical Design for Rubblized Pavements in Michigan (1st Author) - Accepted in Journal of Transportation Engineering, Part B: Pavements.
- Comparison of Existing Flexible Pavements Damaged Index for the PMED Rehabilitation Levels (1st Author) - Accepted for publication in ASCE Transportation Conferences 2025 conference proceedings.
- Comparison of PMED Rehabilitation Levels for HMA Overlays (2nd Author) - Accepted for publication in ASCE Transportation Conferences 2025 conference proceedings.
2nd Place Winner 2024 Long-Term Infrastructure Performance Student Data Analysis Contest (Pavement)
Recognized as the 2nd Place Winner in the Federal Highway Administration’s 2024 Long-Term Infrastructure Performance Student Data Analysis Contest (Pavement)
Timeline
Project Manager
Frontier Works Organization
11.2019 - 12.2021
Assistant Project Manager
Corps Of Engineers
08.2012 - 03.2013
Staff Officer
Corps Of Engineers
12.2011 - 07.2012
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering
Michigan State University
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Science And Technology (NUST)
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