FARID ISHAK
Waterdown,ON
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience in managing multidisciplinary large construction contracts (over $500M in value) involving consultants, construction firms and general contractors ready to assist the team in achieving company goals to accomplish short- and long-term project goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Project Manager
IE PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC - Ironstone Buidling
04.2022 - Current
- Project Description - Construction of four (4) and six (6) story mid-rise full fit out apartment buildings
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to higher Management
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Sr. Project Manager/Construction Manager
ELLISDON, Project Management Services
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Project Description - Lusail Design and Build of Mixed-Use Buildings – Commercial Boulevard (BP 18A), which has total of 18 high/low rise buildings, comprises two gateway offices, two hotels, three offices, nine retail spaces, one residential, and one exhibition gallery
- Project Value - QR 2.1B (USD 577M)
- Implemented systems and improved process efficiency and reduced project duration
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays
- Monitored main and subcontractor(s) operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion
- Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses
- Developed and implemented comprehensive schedule of preventive maintenance and repair work
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards
- Supervised construction team to maintain and achieved productivity and quality of work
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials and achieved on-time project delivery
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship
- Communicated daily with client and higher management to keep project fully operational.
Project Manager / Director of Infrastructure
BIN OMRAN TRADING COMPANY
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Project Description - DN116- Infrastructure Foul Sewers Gaps for Al Kheesa - Package 01 and 02
- Project Value - QR 131M (USD 35.7M)
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines
Sr. Project Manager
QATAR PROJECT MANAGEMENT, QPM
08.2015 - 11.2016
- Project Description - ISF Duhail Camp Development comprises various types of barracks, stores, guardhouses, headquarter and military buildings, and infrastructure works for packages CP7a and 7b Operational Buildings Phase 1 and 2
- Project Value - QR 3.6B (USD 1B)
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to client
Sr. Project Manager
HILL INTERNATIONAL PMCM
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Project Description - Sheraton Hotel was renovated for infrastructure works and structural, civil, and architectural works in all public areas, restaurants, conference center, including external soft and hard landscaping irrigation and pool works
- Project Value - QR 2.1B (USD 577M)
Project Manager
ARCAN PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Project Description - Al Shamkha Shopping Mall, along with infrastructure works with two floors (ground floor and first floor) Total Area of approx 30,000 m2
- Project Value - AED 129M (USD 35M) - 4B+G+16 Storey Residential and Offices Building Project Value - AED 94.8M (USD 25.8M)
Project Manager
LIMITLESS, DUBAI WORLD
02.2008 - 12.2010
- Project Description - Downtown Jebel Ali Zone 1 Block 2 MX01 &MX04 Apartment Tower G+29
- Development of Downtown Jebel Ali Zone 1 consists of commercial, office, and residential spaces
- Project Value - AED 1.3B (USD 350M)
Project Manager
LEMAN PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC
06.2007 - 02.2008
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
Project Manager
NATIONAL ENGINEERING BUREAU
06.2005 - 05.2007
- Project Description - Jumeirah Lake F2 & T2 Towers–3B+G+39 Commercial/Office Building on Cluster Project Values each - AED 257M (US $70M)
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Project Engineer
JSW+ AND ASSOCIATES
11.2003 - 05.2005
Structural Project Engineer
RWB ENGINEERING LTD
05.2001 - 10.2003
Civil Transport Engineer
BA GROUP CONSULTING INC
06.1998 - 08.2001
Project Manager
CANADA TRANSPORT, Pearson International Airport
02.1995 - 05.1997
Civil Engineer
TORONTO HYDRO
07.1991 - 01.1995
Structural Engineer
HANNIGAN ENGINEERING LTD
09.1988 - 06.1990
Education
Project Management - Project Management Professional - PMP
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUE
Pennsylvania, USA08.2021
Diploma in Architectural Technology - Architectural Technology
RYERSON POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Toronto, Ontario, Canada05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
WATERLOO - Waterloo, ON, Canada
Waterloo, ON05.1988
Skills
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Leadership Competency
- Contract Preparation
- Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
- Subcontracting Management
- Agile Principles
- Client Relations
- Project Commissioning
- Vendor Selection
- Quality Control
- Project Scheduling
- Cost Control
- Project Drawings
- Technical Monitoring
- Project Records
- Best Practices and Methodologies
Certification
- Professional Engineers of Ontario – Member since May 1990
- Project Management Institute - Member since April 2009
- Project Management Professional Certificate - Member since July 2021
- Member of UPDA – Qatar – “Grade A” - Member since Feb. 2015
- Society of Engineers – UAE – Member since May 2005
- Green building LEED GA – April 2023
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager
IE PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC - Ironstone Buidling
04.2022 - Current
Sr. Project Manager/Construction Manager
ELLISDON, Project Management Services
03.2019 - 03.2022
Project Manager / Director of Infrastructure
BIN OMRAN TRADING COMPANY
09.2017 - 01.2019
Sr. Project Manager
QATAR PROJECT MANAGEMENT, QPM
08.2015 - 11.2016
Sr. Project Manager
HILL INTERNATIONAL PMCM
03.2014 - 07.2015
Project Manager
ARCAN PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC
02.2011 - 06.2013
Project Manager
LIMITLESS, DUBAI WORLD
02.2008 - 12.2010
Project Manager
LEMAN PROJECT MANAGEMENT INC
06.2007 - 02.2008
Project Manager
NATIONAL ENGINEERING BUREAU
06.2005 - 05.2007
Project Engineer
JSW+ AND ASSOCIATES
11.2003 - 05.2005
Structural Project Engineer
RWB ENGINEERING LTD
05.2001 - 10.2003
Civil Transport Engineer
BA GROUP CONSULTING INC
06.1998 - 08.2001
Project Manager
CANADA TRANSPORT, Pearson International Airport
02.1995 - 05.1997
Civil Engineer
TORONTO HYDRO
07.1991 - 01.1995
Structural Engineer
HANNIGAN ENGINEERING LTD
09.1988 - 06.1990
Project Management - Project Management Professional - PMP
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUE
Diploma in Architectural Technology - Architectural Technology
RYERSON POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
WATERLOO - Waterloo, ON, Canada