JIBRIL BASHIRU
Summary
Professional with broad expertise in engineering management, equipped to drive project success and innovation. Adept in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely and quality deliverables, and managing complex project timelines. Known for flexible problem-solving, effective communication, and fostering results-driven culture. Skilled in project planning, risk assessment, and resource allocation, with strong focus on collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROJECT ENGINEER/MANAGER
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
12.2021 - Current
- Have a full understanding of all contract documents including contract drawings, contract specifications, project requirements and design criteria (PRDC) and building codes. Created a detailed contract items list and procurement schedule for subcontractors to purchase items, materials and other services as per the project specifications.
- Reviews construction drawings for code compliance when a new Work order or TAA is issued by PANYNJ Facility.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations during the procurement process to minimize risks.
- Facilitated transparent bidding processes for supplier selection, ensuring fairness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers, keeping abreast of industry trends and best practices in procurement management.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and collaboration, enhancing overall service quality.
- Reviewed and assessed project schedule to maintain client schedule. Provide daily man count, daily construction reports, managed site deliveries and coordinated with stakeholders and the facility.
- Oversees the construction stage of multiple projects (Work Order, TAA's) from pre-construction meeting to a successful close out.
- Review and manages SOW, RFI's, submittals, construction schedule, and COI, and M/WBE plans and the HASP during the pre-construction stage through out the entire construction progress.
- Conducts field survey and layout for existing field conditions with licensed surveyors, A/EOR(s) as well as contractors.
- Conducts field inspections on projects as per NYCBC & PANYNJ specifications and standard and prepares daily narrative reports on work accomplished.
- Reviews and coordinates daily and weekly activities between contractor and field office and monitors construction activities.
- Lead project meetings with contractors, design team and key stakeholders to coordinate construction operation, progress, resolve field issues and support schedule and budget goal.
- Coordinates with QAD for official audit inspection for acceptability and occupancy.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
Construction Inspector NYSDOT D264692
Maitra Associate P.C Engineering Consultant & Mgmt
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Improved construction quality by conducting thorough inspections of building materials, methods, and structural integrity.
- Worked on Concrete Pavement Restoration contract (Preformed by Contractor Grace Industries) on Southern State Parkway D264692 with NYSDOT which involved concrete full depth restoration, partial depth restoration, drainage structure rehabilitation, ADA Ramps as well as many more constructive activities that were mostly performed day and night.
- Performed field inspections to ensure the work performed by the Contractor is incompliance with the contract documents. Communicated with Office Engineer's, EIC, contractors, supervisors, and other inspectors regarding specifications and qualification test results and site progress.
- Performed ASTM Concrete tests to calculate concrete yield, air content, and water cement ratio to make sure it conforms to given mix design spec.
- Record various field measurements for active work items, prepare DWRs in Site Manager which include description of contractor work activities with pay items, labor, and equipment identification.
- Other duties included maintaining a safe working environment as per maintenance and protection of traffic plans, conducting project inspections, certifying contractor materials, documenting non-conformance report. (NCR(s).
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Assisted project managers in developing comprehensive inspection schedules that aligned with overall project timelines.
Construction Inspector/Field Engineer
JED Engineering P.C.
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with construction teams to identify and resolve issues promptly, resulting in minimal delays and cost overruns.
- Worked on Ped Ramp rehabilitation projects (HWPR19K2, HWPR20MX, HWPR21Q1) with NYCDDC & NYCDOT, which involved reconstruction of concrete sidewalks and ped ramps as per standard drawings.
- Managed records and created daily reports on completed quantities for payment to contractors.
- Collaborated with RE's, PMs, and EIC's to discuss project progress and identify future rehabilitation locations in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, and Queens.
- Performed ASTM Concrete tests to calculate concrete yield, air content, and water cement ratio to make sure it conforms to given design spec.
- Additionally advised contractor of required slopes and criteria prior and during construction to guarantee proper installation.
- Responsibilities included but not limited to; delivering appropriate solutions as per the needs of the contractor and client (NYCDDC & NYCDOT) , performing preliminary & final inspection of project, processing & certification of contractor's payment estimates and comparing to my own, preparation of amendments & task orders to contractor's contract as well as daily supervising site for safety issues & standard requirement issues.
Field Inspector / ACI Field Technician (Special)
Tectonic Engineering & Surveying Consultants P.C
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Completed thorough written descriptions and took photographs to document conditions.
- Performed routine concrete test specimens/sampling (that tests for slump, temperature, density (unit weight), air content, and concrete cylinders); conduct reinforcing steel (rebar) inspection on projects according to contractor's submittals/shop drawings/samples in the NYC Area and DOT.
- Conducted field inspections on construction projects which includes Kosciusko Bridge, Javits Center , NYCTA projects. Conducts various concrete inspections to ensure that construction procedures, design and materials specifications, soil erosion and safety requirements are met.
- Conducted field inspections on public improvements such as sidewalks, streets, storm drainage, curb and gutter, concrete, manholes, column, beams, moisture, and preparation for paving. Prepare daily and weekly reports on work accomplished.
- Assisted with surveying, drafting, and specifications; notifies the engineering staffs and contractors of defective work or substandard materials, and non-conformance issues and prepare sketches and assemble data for use in making changes to the project.
- Conduct field concrete inspection about 2 miles by the River Span of NYSDOT class ‘C' for P.C.P.P Paving on Kosciusko bridge and barriers as well as Rebar inspection.
- Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections.
Kitchen Manager
Apple-metro Inc. Applebee's Restaurant
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Introductory management experience including but not exclusive to closing and opening of the restaurant, ordering, supplies, quality control; sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhering to all OSHA regulations.
- Scheduled, trained, and appointed duties to kitchen staff, managing 20 employees or more.
- Maintained the standards and expectations of company practices. Handled all staff concerns, guest complaints, regulatory decisions, health inspections, senior management absence etc.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor Of Technology
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY01-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY01-2019
Skills
- Construction management /Project Management
- Sourcing and Procurement
- Site supervision
- Teamwork
- Scheduling and planning
- Health and safety
- Procore
- AutoCad
- Bluebeam Revu
- Site Manager Software
- E-builder - Trimble Unity
- MS Office
- Precoro (Purchasing Software)
Certification
- Project Manager Professional (PMP Certification)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - in progress.
- ACI Concrete Field I - Certified Testing Technician – Grade ASTM/ACI Standard Test.
- MTA Track Safety
- ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector II (Associate)
- ACI-Self Consolidated Concrete OSHA 10 & 30 Hour Construction 811-Call Before You Dig
- HMA Construction Technologist.
Timeline
PROJECT ENGINEER/MANAGER
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
12.2021 - Current
Construction Inspector NYSDOT D264692
Maitra Associate P.C Engineering Consultant & Mgmt
01.2019 - 12.2021
Construction Inspector/Field Engineer
JED Engineering P.C.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Field Inspector / ACI Field Technician (Special)
Tectonic Engineering & Surveying Consultants P.C
08.2016 - 01.2017
Kitchen Manager
Apple-metro Inc. Applebee's Restaurant
01.2011 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor Of Technology
New York City College of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
New York City College of Technology
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