MOHAMMAD RASHED AHMAD
Summary
Enthusiastic and self-motivated Land & Civil Engineering Surveyor with 30 years of extensive experience in Project Supervision, Construction Management, and Project Management within the Civil Engineering Construction Industry. Proven expertise in a diverse range of projects, including - Housing and Heavy Industry - Infrastructure Projects (under MOI & Aramco) - Bridges & Underpasses (Pre & Post Tensioned) - Water Retaining Structures - Commercial & Residential Buildings - Oil & Gas Projects - Star Hotels and Shopping Malls - High-rise towers (30 to 50+ floors) With experience in managing medium- to large-scale civil engineering projects, I possess an in-depth understanding of surveying activities and their complexities. I have successfully overseen critical projects from foundation stages through implementation, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines while maintaining high-quality standards. Equipped with the latest surveying tools and techniques, I thrive in high-pressure environments and excel as a collaborative team player. My strong communication skills enable me to convey ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Land Surveyor
Dar Al Handasah (Shair and Partners)
Doha
08.1995 - Current
- Client: Katara Hospitality. Project: Katara Twin Tower Hotel Project (6-Star Hotel) Lusail District, Doha, Qatar. (Project Cost-5.0 billion QR) & Jordanian and KSA Pavilions for DOHA Expo 2023.
Chief Surveyor
Al Kifah Contracting Company
Jizan
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Client: Saudi ARAMCO. Project: City Commercial Port & Infrastructure Project Jazan Economic City, Jizan, KSA. (Project Cost-1.20 billion SAR)
Chief Land Surveyor
Archen Ellis Don Engineering & Consultants (Design & Supervision)
Jizan
03.2012 - 09.2017
- Client: Ministry of Interior (MOI). Project: Mega Infrastructure/Complex Buildings Project on behalf of Planning & Development Security Agency, Border Guard Development Programme - Jizan - KSA. (Project Cost14.0 billion SAR)
Chief Land Surveyor
Dar Al Riyadh Consultants (Engineering & Architecture)
Riyadh
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Client: Rayadah Investment Company (PM-Hill International). Project: 8 No's High-rise Towers (30+) at King Abdullah Financial District, Riyadh, KSA. (Project Cost8.0 billion SAR)
Chief Land Surveyor
Bouygues Batiment International Co.
Dubai
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Client: Union Properties. Project: Formula-1 Theme Park in Motor City, Dubai, UAE. Consultant: Burt, Hill
Chief Surveyor/Surveying Leader
Multiplex- Medgulf Construction WLL.
Doha
02.2006 - 01.2008
- Project: High-rise Tower (35+), W Hotel (5 Star) & Residential Building. Client Representative: White Young Qatar. Consultant: MZ & Partners
Senior Surveyor
Al Habtoor Engineering Enterprises L.L.C.
Dubai
10.2000 - 02.2006
- Project: Number of High-rise Towers (55+ Stories, JBR Project), Airports, Stadiums, Commercial and Industrial Buildings, Low-cost Housing Projects, etc. Consultant: Dar Al Handasah Consultants & Others
Senior Land Surveyor
Techint-Saipem J.V. Co.
Muglad Basin
03.1999 - 08.2000
- Client: Greater Nile Petroleum Operating Company. Project: Pipeline, Terminals & Tankage EPC Project
Land Surveyor
Modern Arab Construction Co. Ltd.
Riyadh, KSA
10.1997 - 02.1999
- Client: Saudi Consolidated Electric Co. (SCECO). Project: (1200 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant - PP 9 Project)
Land Surveyor
STACO, Jeddah & Retsers - Saudi Arabia Engg. & Contracting Co.
Jeddah
10.1995 - 08.1997
- Project: Jeddah Airport Aviation Hangar, Building, and Private Villas Project, Jeddah Yanbu Cement Plant extension - Yanbu.
Education
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
Diploma in civil Engineering
01.1992
Skills
- Surveying principles
- Geodetic Surveying
- GPS
- Total station equipment
- AutoCAD
- Surveying software
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Critical-thinking
- Aconex software
- Technical drawings interpretation
- Ability to work under pressure
- Meeting deadlines
- Team leadership
- Health and safety regulations
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
Languages
Arabic
English
Hindi
Urdu
Roles And Responsibilities
I am responsible for accurately determining property boundaries. Directing or conducting fieldwork to locate and measure boundary points, verifying the accuracy of survey data, analyzing legal documents and historical records, and applying relevant laws and regulations to establish precise boundary lines, including measurements and calculations conducted., I used advanced surveying equipment and techniques to measure and map land features. This includes conducting topographic surveys to determine elevations, creating contour maps, and generating accurate survey drawings and maps using computer-aided design (CAD) software., Involved in geodetic surveys, establishing a network of control points and benchmarks with accurate coordinates, and monitoring construction progress. These control points are reference points for other surveys and mapping projects, including construction layouts and geographic information systems (GIS)., Checking all Survey Processed Data on CAD, which is taken at the site by the Total Station through Software. Analyzing survey data, performing calculations, and interpreting results to ensure accuracy and reliability. Mathematical and statistical methods are used to process data, identify errors or discrepancies, and make necessary adjustments to survey measurements., Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for surveying activities. They maintain records of survey data, prepare survey reports, and provide expert testimony in legal proceedings related to property boundaries or land disputes. Supervising the preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys. Reviews all survey crew documentation and supplemental and electronic data for completeness and accuracy and transmits qualifying deliverable items according to Company procedures., Often interact with clients, including individuals, businesses, government agencies, and other stakeholders. They communicate project updates, address client concerns, provide expert advice, and establish positive working relationships to ensure client satisfaction. For the as-built drawing to be submitted, the Client and Consultant must find out the coordinates and elevation of all the existing facilities., I stay updated with the latest advancements in surveying technology, techniques, and regulations. They actively participate in professional development activities, attend seminars or conferences, and engage in lifelong learning to enhance their skills and knowledge., As a Survey Party Chief, I work primarily and exclusively in the field. I am responsible for the organization, efficiency, precision, accuracy, integrity, and documentation of all fieldwork performed by a survey crew under direct supervision as required for various survey projects. Preparing and maintaining sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed. The ability to work independently and play a crucial role in construction and engineering projects to solve problems with constructability and construction processes. Interact with the Manager during the planning, evaluating, execution, and completion of survey projects to ensure that assigned tasks meet and or exceed project requirements. Provide information to Inspectors for Maintaining As-built Records. Conduct Surveys for the Design of Changes to the Works and ensure joint survey measurements are agreed upon with the Contractor for interim payments. Review the contractor's proposal to resolve survey coordination conflicts at the existing facilities, coordinate survey grids and datum, and ensure joint survey measurement is agreed upon with the Contractor for interim payments. Checking of Contractor's Established Control Points and Setting-out of Works for Lines & Levels. Reports to Project Manager/ Resident Engineer/Asst. Resident Engineer, where the as-constructed works are out of tolerance immediately for escalation. The Contractor will be given a Non-Conformance Report (NCR) stating that the work must be remedied or removed. Checking the contractor's survey instruments, methods, and accuracy are within specification requirements. Coordinating with the Contractor's surveyor on work priorities and schedules. Supervising infrastructural networks such as Drainage, sewer, stormwater, potable water, and irrigation pipes laying, bedding, backfilling, and testing, concrete works of manholes, inspection chambers, and groundwater tanks. Co-operate with heads of departments on any subject related to the project programs and maintain good relationships with all department managers to plan and supervise the programs of construction activities in coordination with joint venture staff and client representatives daily. Coordinates with the entire project requirements and provides temporary control points on every floor for setting out the structural features, such as columns, walls, etc., for the subcontractors as required. Supervising all the related activities done by sub-contractors, e.g., setting out all the foundations, Laying Pipelines, elevations, and checking all complete structural, superstructural, and architectural works (Internal and external), landscaping works, Internal Roads, Services, Paving, and kerbstone for the Commercial and Hotel buildings. Setting out of concrete ring wall foundations for tanks and equipment pads like Foundations for Generators, Shipping Pumps, Booster Pumps, Boilers, and Sleeper foundations for piping according to coordinates and Elevation. Setting out all the foundations for Steel Structures and shelters, such as Generators, Booster Pumps, Shipping Pumps, Wax Processing Units, Metering Skid Shelters, and all foundations for Boilers, Turbine, Chimneys, and Transformers, Access Roads, Lighting Poles, Underground Cable routing. Setting out of foundations for water treatment System, switchgear systems, and construction for the Control room, Tunnel, and proposed route for Underground water storage facilities, underground pipeline onshore to offshore from Pig Launcher, and Scraper area. According to the location of the steel pipe pile, check the verticality and elevation of pipes for the small craft Harbor., As part of the Chief of the survey party, provides direction to all survey crew members and rotates staff assignments to develop the skills & qualifications of the Surveyors. Carry out the work, fulfill its obligations, and maintain a safe working environment with high productivity. Supervises the activities of all survey crew personnel, including the operation, maintenance, calibration, and configuration of survey equipment, total station instruments, digital (bar code) and differential levels, electronic data collectors, field computers, and handheld GPS devices. Performs administrative functions to ensure survey crew time/expenses are correctly tracked and documented, in addition to completing daily reporting duties. Adheres to and enforces Company policies and procedural standards. As a Senior Professional, supervise and mentor junior surveyors and surveying teams. Providing guidance, reviewing work quality, ensuring adherence to surveying standards and procedures, and conducting training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members.
Summary Of Capabilities
Enthusiastic and self-motivated Land & Civil Engineering Surveyor with 30 years of extensive experience in Project Supervision, Construction Management, and Project Management within the Civil Engineering Construction Industry. Proven expertise in a diverse range of projects, including Housing and Heavy Industry, Infrastructure Projects (under MOI & Aramco), Bridges & Underpasses (Pre & Post Tensioned), Water Retaining Structures, Commercial & Residential Buildings, Oil & Gas Projects, Star Hotels and Shopping Malls, High-rise towers (30 to 50+ floors). With experience in managing medium- to large-scale civil engineering projects, I possess an in-depth understanding of surveying activities and their complexities. I have successfully overseen critical projects from foundation stages through implementation, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines while maintaining high-quality standards. Equipped with the latest surveying tools and techniques, I thrive in high-pressure environments and excel as a collaborative team player. My strong communication skills enable me to convey ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Project Management
I often oversee and manage surveying projects from start to finish. This involves coordinating with clients, assessing project requirements, and developing a survey plan and ensures that projects are completed within specified timelines.
Construction Management
Controlling site construction activities per technical specifications and providing inputs for methodologies as per the Project plan, cost, and time parameters, reporting to the Resident Engineer/Project Manager.
Site Survey Inspection
Building works - Structural and Architectural including all kinds of finishing works- earthworks, Piling and pile head preparation works, diaphragm walls, Rafts foundations, underground water retaining structures, controlling of all horizontal and vertical concrete/mass concrete activities, and all civil activities within the allowable tolerance as per design, managing of the façade work(Glass & Precast), precast hollow core slab and other precast elements, structural steel installations, BMU and other assembly installations, Electrical substations.
Country Of Work Experiences
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Dubai
- Qatar
- Republic of Sudan
Personal Information
- Title: Chief/Senior Land Surveyor
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Chief Surveyor
Al Kifah Contracting Company
10.2017 - 10.2018
Chief Land Surveyor
Archen Ellis Don Engineering & Consultants (Design & Supervision)
03.2012 - 09.2017
Chief Land Surveyor
Dar Al Riyadh Consultants (Engineering & Architecture)
06.2009 - 01.2012
Chief Land Surveyor
Bouygues Batiment International Co.
01.2008 - 04.2009
Chief Surveyor/Surveying Leader
Multiplex- Medgulf Construction WLL.
02.2006 - 01.2008
Senior Surveyor
Al Habtoor Engineering Enterprises L.L.C.
10.2000 - 02.2006
Senior Land Surveyor
Techint-Saipem J.V. Co.
03.1999 - 08.2000
Land Surveyor
Modern Arab Construction Co. Ltd.
10.1997 - 02.1999
Land Surveyor
STACO, Jeddah & Retsers - Saudi Arabia Engg. & Contracting Co.
10.1995 - 08.1997
Senior Land Surveyor
Dar Al Handasah (Shair and Partners)
08.1995 - Current
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
Diploma in civil Engineering