Raafat Yousf
Bayonne,United States
Summary
Experienced electrical engineer with 12+ years of experience in construction providing innovative and sustainable electrical solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings proficient in project management of electrical works and operation, skilled in forging a relationship of trust and respect with peers and clients, and completing projects safety with time, OSHA Construction Safety and Health having Knowledge of Microsoft suite and project software and Principles of success in professional work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PATH Electrical Inspector and EIC
Maitra Associates
08.2022 - Current
- PATH (Port Authority of New York and New Jersey)
- Electrical Inspector and EIC (2022 - Present)
- Projects :
- Substation 08 & substation 09 , Harrison PATH train station , PATH 700 improvement , &Grove street station rehabilitation ,& Exchange place street station rehabilitation & Hoboken Street station &Open Track Improvement .
- My responsibility :
- Identified areas for improvement within inspection processes with regular evaluations, leading to enhanced efficiency over time.
- Addressed potential issues proactively with regular follow-up inspections, ensuring compliance with corrective action plans.
- Project Management and Oversight: Managed electrical construction projects at various PATH stations (Substations 08 & 09, Exchange Place, Grove Street, PATH 700), ensuring adherence to plans, specifications, safety protocols, and budgets. Monitoring contractor adherence, enforcing procedures)
- Quality Control and Inspections: Conducted regular site inspections, monitored progress, identified and resolved potential issues to ensure quality construction. (Matches: Monitoring construction inspections)
- Detailed Reporting: Prepared comprehensive daily reports documenting construction activities, observations, and potential concerns for project stakeholders. Reporting regularly)
- Safety Leadership: Led safety briefings, performed worksite inspections, and implemented safety protocols to prioritize crew well-being and prevent accidents. Supervising a staff focused on quality, ensuring construction is performed safely)
- Rail Safety Expertise: Utilized EIC certification to oversee the safety of contractor crews working on active train tracks. (Matches: Knowledge of rail work and safety)
- Collaboration and Coordination: Effectively coordinated with train masters, facility operations, and other contractors to facilitate work progress and maintain a safe working environment. Coordination with Facility Operations)
- (Grove Street PATH station and Exchange place PATH station ):
- Managed the electrical construction rehabilitation of Exchange Place and Grove Street stations,
- overseeing renovations like tile replacement, lighting upgrades, and concrete repairs. Ensured adherence to plans, budgets, and safety protocols.
- Monitoring contractor adherence to plans, specifications and approved shop drawings; assuring construction methods are properly coordinated with Facility Operations and are performed safely;
- administering contracts within PA standards; investigating construction problems and determining the need for extra work.
- Reporting regularly on construction project status to the Engineer of Construction and Executive staff members, as requested.
- Following and enforcing Construction Management Division’s administrative procedures and policies.
- Mentoring and training staff to successfully achieve Engineering Department’s business objectives.
- (SUbstation 09 &08 ): Provided complete electrical oversight for Substations 8 & 9, acting as the main inspector and coordinating with the main office for support.
- · Representing the Engineer of Construction during their absence in facilitating office correspondence, including, but not limited to, contract changes, approving contractors’ work and verifying payment applications, reviewing daily narratives and special inspection reports, and other contract requirements as needed.
- (PATH 700 Improvement ):
- Utilized EIC certification to oversee the safe replacement of open track tiles and third rail at PATH 700 Project ,
- coordinating with train masters and ensuring crew safety.
- . Refine the Project Descriptions:
Electrical Inspector
NYCHA New York Housing Authority
11.2020
- Responsible for all electromechanical works in the field in NYCHA building projects, review electrical field test procedures, monitor installation of electrical equipment, ensure installation conforms to electrical code, prepare and maintain daily inspection reports, inspect completed installations, supervise installation of panels, identify and correct power system problems, coordinate material testing, review contractor submittals, and ensure conformance with contract specifications.
Electrical Engineer
Securitas Electronic Security NJ
- Current
- Responsible for low voltage systems, estimate, design, track, startup, and analyze plans, specifications, and daily reports from the field visit, markup drawing by using Blue beam application, Contracts to determine system requirements, testing and installation for low voltage system on the field, trained from MTA and five stare company for live Rail safety instructions and construction works
- Designs low voltage security systems and associated network architecture to support the requirements of the contract
- Markup drawings and report on field conditions to manage a team of CAD technicians
- Prepares engineering drawings, cut sheets, and systems submittals
- Prepares and oversees all responsible systems' integration, installation, and testing
- Provides on-site assistance with or performs the programming, start-up, checkout, commissioning, and validation processes
- Participates in job site final walk-through on assigned jobs, completes all job closeout documentation, and provides customer training
- Acts as a technical resource to existing customers and field employees as needed
- Coordinate and manage work with subcontractors
- Working in different locations through the East Side Access Railroad station project
- Testing commissioning for low voltage system and troubleshooting
- Design and deployment of Lenel Enterprise access control
- Design and deployment of CCTV system
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), LST Test procedure development, testing, and implementation for low voltage systems
- Coordinate test efforts preparation and track requirements, schedules, and actions.
Senior Electrical Engineer
Atrium Quality Contractor
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for all electrical works distribution, installation, and operation for all low voltage systems in La Bullona restaurant renovation project
- Provide construction observation, review MEP design drawings, prepare RFIs, perform installation, commissioning, and testing of protection relays, participate in contractor coordination meetings, estimate and assign resources, review shop drawings, analyze construction documents, maintain client satisfaction, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Electrical Engineer
Orascom construction E&C USA
04.2017 - 06.2019
- Responsible for implementations and supervision of all electrical-related works at the City of Arts and Culture Opera House project
- Supervise and execute all electrical systems, monitor field construction process, provide layout checks and technical reviews, obtain confirmations from design engineer, provide daily reports, maintain cost control, assist with subcontract administration, inspect work performed, calculate voltage drop and circuit ampacity, review technical submittals, coordinate between MEP trades, review design drawings, prepare RFIs, enhance client and principal contractor relationships, and ensure compliance with regulations and industry codes and standards.
Electrical Engineer / Project Coordinator
Orascom construction E&C USA
05.2013 - 04.2014
- Responsible for implementations and supervision of all electrical-related works at the Al Masa Hotel project
- Testing and commissioning for all electrical work, installation with coordination for cable trays and ductwork, installation of building management system, attend project kick-off meetings, cover snag lists, attend site inspections, and ensure compliance with testing and commissioning methodology.
Education
Electrical And Communication Bachelors Degree - Electrical Engineering
Globe Language Services And NCEES Organization
305 Broadway #401, New York, NY 1000706.2012
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering and Communication Engineering
Menofia University
06.2012
Skills
- PATH safety training
- PATH Station inspections
- PATH Substation operation
- Project Team Supervision
- Electrical Instruments Improvement
- Project Team Leadership
- Budget Preparation
- Technical Drawings and Schematics
- FIVE STAR ELECTRIC training
- LIVE RAIL training MTA
- Electrical Systems Specifications
- Installation Conformance Verification
- EIC Train Track works
- Train track improvement
- Testing Coordination
- OSHA 30 Compliance (Certified)
- Electrical System Design
- Operational Process Inspection
- Quality Control Analysis
- Power System Problem Identification
- Power Distribution Line Layouts
- Client Communication
- Electrical Systems Integration
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Access control design
- Camera surveillance system design
Projects
- Grove street PATH station rehabilitation,
- Exchange place PATH station rehabilitations ,
- Substation 09 for Harrison PATH station ,
- Sub08 for PATH station ,
- Hoboken street PATH station rehabilitation ,
- PATH , Open track improvement project ,
- East Side Access, MTA,
- NYCHA (New York Housing Authority)
- Four seasons' Hotels
- Opera House
- Mall of Egypt
- El Masa Hotels
Timeline
PATH Electrical Inspector and EIC
Maitra Associates
08.2022 - Current
Electrical Inspector
NYCHA New York Housing Authority
11.2020
Senior Electrical Engineer
Atrium Quality Contractor
06.2019 - 03.2020
Electrical Engineer
Orascom construction E&C USA
04.2017 - 06.2019
Electrical Engineer / Project Coordinator
Orascom construction E&C USA
05.2013 - 04.2014
Electrical Engineer
Securitas Electronic Security NJ
- Current
Electrical And Communication Bachelors Degree - Electrical Engineering
Globe Language Services And NCEES Organization
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering and Communication Engineering
Menofia University
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