MOAZ KAMAL
Edison,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Senior Engineer with extensive experience at NJDOT, excelling in geotechnical and foundation design reviews. Proven expertise in deep foundations and retaining systems, coupled with strong project management skills. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure compliance with AASHTO and NJDOT standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer Geotechnical
NJDOT
03.2025 - Current
- Reviewed senior-level geotechnical and foundation engineering documents for bridge, highway, retaining wall, culvert, and related transportation projects.
- Reviewed geotechnical structural foundation reports, roadway soils engineering reports, subsurface exploration programs, and laboratory testing programs to ensure NJDOT and AASHTO compliance.
- Assessed deep and shallow foundation analyses and construction submittals covering driven piles, micropiles, drilled shafts, pile driving criteria, load testing, integrity testing, and foundation constructability.
- Assessed retaining and earth-support systems, including MSE walls, tiebacks/anchors, soil nails, and temporary support of excavation, to optimize settlement and lateral response.
- Reviewed specialized analyses and testing, including GRLWEAP, PDA/CAPWAP, CSL/TIP, pile and micropile load testing, and related acceptance criteria and construction recommendations.
- Delivered engineering recommendations for field conditions and construction-stage issues while coordinating with bridge, structural, roadway, construction, consultant, and contractor teams during field investigations and technical meetings.
- Provide technical guidance and quality review to support timely resolution of complex geotechnical and foundation issues.
Assistant Engineer
NJDOT
08.2023 - 03.2026
- Contributed to preparation and review of Geotechnical Structural Foundation Reports and Roadway Soils Engineering Reports, ensuring comprehensive foundation recommendations and accurate geotechnical design inputs.
- Conducted field investigations and provided construction support for foundation installations, retaining systems, excavation support, and assessment of groundwater and settlement conditions.
- Reviewed plans, specifications, calculations, and contractor submittals for geotechnical aspects of bridge and roadway projects.
- Reviewed and revised in-house and consultant soil and rock laboratory testing programs to enhance highway structure design.
- Applied AASHTO LRFD, NJDOT bridge and construction requirements, FHWA guidance, and applicable ASTM standards in technical review and construction support.
Construction Inspector (Assistant Engineer)
NJDOT
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Inspected bridge and roadway construction for compliance with contract plans, specifications, approved materials, and construction methods.
- Checked bridge and roadway layout, lines, grades, quantities, and field engineering calculations; documented progress and as-built quantities to ensure project adherence to specifications.
- Facilitated change orders, estimates, contractor inquiries, and work schedules; maintained comprehensive field documentation and addressed construction issues for timely project completion.
- Evaluated contractor operations for compliance with requirements and coordinated with project personnel to enhance safety, quality, and constructability.
Resident Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated site logistics, inspections, materials, subcontractors, schedules, and contractor compliance, supervising multiple team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Led field execution and inspection of civil construction work involving concrete, asphalt, soil, aggregate, structural steel, reinforcing steel, and site infrastructure.
- Prepared daily reports and measured quantities, resolving construction issues while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Project Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Coordinated with project managers on scope, schedule, budget, quality, permits, right-of-way matters, field problem resolution, and critical project milestones to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.
- Supported project development from scope definition through alternative selection, design coordination, and construction implementation, facilitating seamless transitions between project phases.
- Coordinated project schedules, drawings, and submittals for commercial construction operations.
- Reviewed RFIs and change orders for Capriole Construction project teams.
- Managed subcontractor communications and daily field coordination.
Roadway Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted in planning and implementing highway improvement projects across various locations., rehabilitation, widening, drainage, stormwater, pavement, intersection, and traffic projects.
- Evaluated pavement and drainage conditions during field inspections to ensure compliance with engineering standards. field conditions and prepared engineering recommendations; supported traffic control, signing, pavement marking, and roadway design tasks.
- Performed thorough field inspections to assess roadway conditions and traffic requirements during construction stages. and coordinated construction-stage roadway and traffic requirements.
Assistant Engineer
The Egyptian Military
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Reviewed construction issues, value engineering, plan changes, RFIs, plans, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and project scope to ensure compliance and project alignment.
- Performed basic structural analysis and design for highway-related structures and prepared quantity calculations and engineering cost estimates.
- Conducted field investigations and corrective-action inspections, assisting with structural inspections to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
- Performed geotechnical monitoring and analysis of deep and shallow foundations, lateral pile response, settlement, slope stability, groundwater, and dewatering to support project integrity.
Education
M.S. - Civil Engineering - Construction Management
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
01-2026
B.S. - Civil Engineering and Construction
Mansoura University
Egypt06-2013
Skills
- Geotechnical Project Management
- Geotechnical design review
- Deep foundation design
- Retaining wall design
- Bridge design specifications
- NJDOT design manual
- Geotechnical Construction Oversight
- Pile driving testing
- AutoCAD, Bluebeam, SAFE and ETABS
- Technical reporting
- Geotechnical Team Leadership
- Team coordination
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Senior Engineer Geotechnical
NJDOT
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Engineer
NJDOT
08.2023 - 03.2026
Construction Inspector (Assistant Engineer)
NJDOT
04.2022 - 08.2023
Resident Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
12.2019 - 12.2021
Project Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
05.2018 - 10.2019
Roadway Engineer
CAPRIOLE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
03.2016 - 03.2018
Assistant Engineer
The Egyptian Military
09.2013 - 12.2015
M.S. - Civil Engineering - Construction Management
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
B.S. - Civil Engineering and Construction
Mansoura University