Magdy Hanna
Glendale,NY
Summary
Safety-oriented and diligent Traffic Engineer with 6 years of significant experience in Municipal and City Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning, and adept knowledge of traffic safety and improvement programs. Exceptionally knowledgeable in the areas of traffic control system design, signal, transit operations, traffic signal warrants and pedestrian requirements. Deep understanding of traffic engineering principles and practices and the operation of electrical traffic signal controllers and peripheral equipment, and technical solutions to traffic engineering problems. Able to establish and maintain productive working relationships with consultants, developers, elected officials, community representatives, and federal & state agencies encountered in the course of work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Specialist Level I
NYC DOT
New York City
04.2019 - Current
- Responsible for engineering design and operational aspects of traffic signals in all 5 borough of New York and also responsible for design and modification of traffic timing patterns to optimize efficient traffic flow and Reviews all schedules, reports and orders prepared by consultants
- Attend meetings with consultants, community Board elected officials, contractors and Borough Commissioner Staff
- Develops complex traffic simulation models and Transit Signal Priority (TSP) projects throughout New York City
- Reviews and Supervises preparation and development of mathematical models of traffic flow conditions and subsequent use of such models in electronic computer traffic simulation studies
- Monitor and maintain traffic flow at signalized locations throughout City of New York using closed loop systems traffic control systems (TCS)
- Reviews, plans, supervise and oversee signal timing plans/patterns for VISION ZERO projects, Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, Street Improvement Projects (SIP)
- Prepares management reports
- Which address significant problems
- Resolves problems that arise in meeting schedules, evaluates and recommends solutions
- Reviews traffic safety complaints and traffic improvement requests to determine what type of action is needed and prioritizes handling of each request/complaint based on their type and importance
- Reviews and analyzes reports presenting data and recommendations for major traffic facilities and other traffic improvements within city
- Indirectly supervise college aides and staff conducting traffic studies such as design new traffic signals, Retiming projects and installing pedestrian action plans
- Perform capacity analysis and conduct travel time studies for Retiming Projects using software such as HCM (Highway Capacity Manual, Thru Traffic, Synchro, Highway Capacity Software (HCM) and Flow Map
- Formulate and coordinate implementation of traffic signals timing/pattern in temporary construction Areas, Street Improvement Projects, and Vision Zero projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Project Manager
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Provides direction, guidance and assistance to contractor and traffic signal crews on routine projects and/or repairs; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with contractors and traffic signals crews, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise
- Administers data collection, traffic signals and participates in traffic surveys and traffic engineering research, develops and analyzes data for use in traffic engineering projects and improvements
- Manages over 100 projects from consultants and reviews technical reports and other documents prepared by consultant
- Performs engineering review and analysis, Develops traffic engineering reports and associated documents for freeway and/or arterial management, including signal operating plan development
- Prepares technical reports, presentations and makes recommendations to directors of traffic operations on transportation related projects and issues
- Responsible for delivering project on time and on roles and reviews in-house, outside agencies and consultant projects
- Attend public meetings relative to community board complaints on traffic related issues included but not limited to traffic congestion, speeding, signal Malfunction, etc..
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
Assistant Highway Transportation Specialist
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Conducts field surveys, investigations, and studies in connection with roadway improvement projects; prepared engineering sketches and conceptual designs
- Conducts traffic study and make design of new signals according to Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Design of LPI (Leading Pedestrian Interval) and design/ create left turn warrant mathematical sheets
- Reviews traffic data in order to determine appropriate traffic control devices to optimize traffic conditions and to determine level of service that is safe for pedestrians and vehicles by using software HCM (Highway Capacity manual) and Synchro
- Studies and prepares over 50 signal designs and prepare timing Pattern for Arteries Slow Zone as part of Vision Zero Project reduce dangerous speeding and prevent pedestrian Fatalities
- Street Implementation Project (SIP) to provide highest level of service to citizens by providing reduction of accident, congestion and travel times through efficient and effective installation, maintenance and operation of traffic control devices
- Modifies traffic signal control equipment in field.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
ORASCOM CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIES CORPORATION
, EGYPT
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Prepares designs, plans, contract and working drawings, contract specifications and other technical specifications, and estimates of quantities
- Supervise major inspection operations by observing, checking and certifying installation of material or equipment
- Assists in review of moderately difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations
- Supervise inspection of premises and construction, demolition of structure In connection with issuance of certificates of occupancy
- Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposal, blueprints, specifications, and related documents
- Supervise small squad engaged in performance of design, construction supervision, and inspection and testing
- Prepares over 10 daily technical reports, calculation, and sketches during project development and interpreted findings to project director.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
EL SHOROUK ACADEMY
EGYPT5.2012
Skills
Software Skills
- Microsoft word, Excel & Power point
- AutoCAD 2019
- DIALUX
- IQ Link
- Synchro & Sim-Traffic
- Thru-Traffic
- HCM 2000
- TCS
- GEOTAB & GPX Tool
Timeline
Transportation Specialist Level I
NYC DOT
04.2019 - Current
Project Manager
04.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Highway Transportation Specialist
02.2016 - 04.2018
ORASCOM CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRIES CORPORATION
08.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
EL SHOROUK ACADEMY
Qualifications
- Good communication, strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
- Have a good communication skills to strongly, confidently and succinctly present traffic and transport issues and results of analysis to a wide audience.
- Demonstrate project management experience and project planning skills.
- Efficient in time management and able to fulfill deadline requirements.
Qualifications
- Good communication, strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
- Have a good communication skills to strongly, confidently and succinctly present traffic and transport issues and results of analysis to a wide audience.
- Demonstrate project management experience and project planning skills.
- Efficient in time management and able to fulfill deadline requirements.
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