MOHAMMAD SHAH, CCM, PMP
Floral Park,USA
Summary
Construction Manager with a decade of experience delivering complex infrastructure and development projects across public and private sectors. Proven success managing MTA New York City Transit and private projects through all phases, from planning through closeout, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, cost control, and schedule performance. Known for driving efficient project delivery through effective leadership, cross-functional coordination, and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
MTA- Construction & Development (C&D)
Various Locations, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Responsible for successfully leading and mentoring PMC to deliver $470M DB projects, overseeing project activities from initiation to close-out, and monitoring performance against established baselines. Actively identify and resolve project issues and risks, recommending solutions to senior management. Coordinate with various stakeholders, including project teams, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and outside agencies. Ensuring compliance with PRDC standards, regulations, and safety measures; managing comprehensive project documentation, monitoring progress against scope, schedule, and budget, and collaborating with C&D management. Financial responsibilities include reviewing and approving contract invoices. Prepare reports, presentations, and responses to senior management or inquiries from MTA and external oversight bodies.
Associate Project Manager
MTA- New York City Transit, Department of Subways, Capital Programs
New York, NY
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Achieved successful project outcomes by developing a comprehensive work plan that included a master plan, capital project proposal profile, and DBI. Delivered effective management of beneficial use and final acceptance for the elevator, escalator, and stations project. Streamlined the review and processing of reimbursable budget requests from operating agencies. Optimized project budget development and expenditure tracking. Championed the preparation and review of budget modification change orders and staff summaries, leading to timely approvals.
Resident Engineer
MTA- Construction & Development
BMT Line, NY
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Oversaw the construction activities of the $92M DBB contract and guided the construction management team. Resolved issues by coordinating with engineering solutions, contractors, and other stakeholders. Monitored the progress of the construction by analyzing the monthly CPM update, 2-week, and 6-week look-ahead. Coordinated with contractors, private companies, local businesses, outside agencies, and the construction management team to achieve the project milestones. Monitored the monthly progress payments of the general contractor & the construction management company. Also, verified invoices from outside agencies (NYC DEP, Con Edison, ECS, NYPD, etc.) and provided recommendations for approval. Reviewed transit force account charges, TAI invoices, and took necessary steps to control the budget overflow. Reviewed the scope of work, schedule impact analysis, and cost estimate for the additional/change work order and provided recommendations for approval. Guided the construction management team to prepare beneficial use, final acceptance, and closeout packages, and coordinated with the user groups for approval.
Resident Engineer
MTA- Construction & Development
Lexington Line, New York, NY
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Reviewed design drawings and procurement documents to develop constructability plans. Assisted external and in-house designers in evaluating comments and suggesting necessary modifications. Analyzed utility conflicts at street level for new infrastructure projects. Coordinated with external agencies to obtain approvals for utility modifications. Supported evaluation of MPT plans and facilitated coordination for DOT approval. Communicated phasing plans to schedulers for project master schedule development. Created force account estimates and assessed train diversion plans. Prepared scope of work, cost estimates, and procurement packages for consultant services.
Resident Engineer
MTA- New York City Transit, Capital Program Management
Grand Central Station, New York, NY
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed a $170M DBB contract at Grand Central Station, overseeing the installation of a new ADA-accessible elevator, stairways, architectural finishes, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and communication systems. Facilitated effective coordination of construction activities by engaging with contractors, designers, transit users, and developers, ensuring compliance with transit guidelines and timely project completion. Provided guidance and delegated responsibilities to field engineers, conducted progress meetings with various stakeholders, and developed phasing plans, charts, and mark-up drawings for seamless execution. Reviewed diverse construction documents, including contract documents, shop drawings, schedules, quality work plans (QWP), safety work plans (SWP), change order estimates, bulletins, and payment documents, offering recommendations for approval. Managed track diversion/outage requests and collaborated with various groups. Prepared contract closeout documents and coordinated inspections with transit user departments, achieving a zero-punch list. The project was completed within the budget and successfully obtained the final acceptance certificate in record time for the Stations Business Unit.
Field Engineer
MTA- New York City Transit, Capital Program Management
Grand Central Station, New York, NY
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted field inspections, compiling daily and weekly reports on contractor activities. Facilitated bi-weekly job progress meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes. Orchestrated the preparation of additional work order packages, encompassing the scope of work, cost estimates, construction change order notices, RFQ, and cost analysis, actively participating in negotiation meetings. Collected field office data to generate Federal Transit Administration reports and executed pre-construction activities, including specification preparation, constructability review, and estimating. Scrutinized as-built drawings, offered support to the project closeout group, and facilitated the seamless transfer of responsibilities to the operating department.
Lead Mechanical Field Engineer
Tectonic Engineering & Consultants, P.C, Columbia University, Manhattanville Project
New York, NY
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Conducted inspections of mechanical systems and fire detection systems in commercial and residential buildings. Reviewed contract drawings and specifications to support proper installation. Assisted in inspections of installations according to approved plans and manufacturer's instructions. Documented tests for mechanical systems, including hydrostatic and HVAC controls. Collaborated with contractors and city representatives to maintain quality standards. Produced daily reports and supported project manager in compiling closeout documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The City College of New York
New York, NY06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Islamic University of Technology (IUT)
Bangladesh12-2008
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning and development
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Schedule management
- Budget control
- Project closure
Certification
- Certified Construction Manager
- PMP Certified
- ICC Mechanical Inspector
- OSHA 30 Hour
- MTA-NYCT Track Safety Training
- MTA-NYCT PMG 123
- Reference: Upon Request
Timeline
Project Manager
MTA- Construction & Development (C&D)
11.2022 - Current
Associate Project Manager
MTA- New York City Transit, Department of Subways, Capital Programs
07.2021 - 11.2022
Resident Engineer
MTA- Construction & Development
08.2020 - 07.2021
Resident Engineer
MTA- Construction & Development
08.2020 - 02.2021
Resident Engineer
MTA- New York City Transit, Capital Program Management
07.2018 - 08.2020
Field Engineer
MTA- New York City Transit, Capital Program Management
01.2017 - 06.2018
Lead Mechanical Field Engineer
Tectonic Engineering & Consultants, P.C, Columbia University, Manhattanville Project
07.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The City College of New York
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Islamic University of Technology (IUT)