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Shahryar Deravi

Civil Engineer, P.E.
Aliso Viejo,CA

Summary

  • More than 30 years strong and diverse engineering experience
  • Have the knowledge of Project Management; contract administration and procedure; and contract claims.
  • Have the knowledge and experience of supervision.
  • Strong analytical, writing and research skill, posses excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
  • Highly effective in promoting a positive. productive environment.
  • Capable to work effectively with others.
  • Can make decisions with regard to contract administration and contract dispute resolution.
  • Able to analyze ongoing construction work, report contracts construction status, and negotiate with contractor and local agencies.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skill.
  • Remain calm and work well under demanding condition
  • Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities with strength in verbal and written communication.
  • Proficient Field Inspector, offering 30+ years of related experience.
  • Excellent documentation, measuring and photography skills.
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Well organized and focused in coordination project.
  • Experienced in regulatory compliance and code.

Work History

Construction Field Inspector

Arcadis
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Performed on-site field inspection to confirm contractor compliance with approved Contract Documents, Construction Quality Control Plan and Owner Requirements during Construction by the Contractor.
  • Reviewed Drawings, Specification and change notice documents impacting the work in the field.
  • Reviewed all approved submittals.
  • Incorporated all approved comments into the work.
  • Participated in the preparation of a "work Plan" for each elements of the work.
  • Conducted visual inspections of the work per project specifications and standards.
  • Prepared a running "quality" punch list and submitted in the weekly progress meeting.
  • Performed quality control inspection.
  • Maintained records of quality testing.
  • Maintained Project Deficiency and Noncompliance logs.
  • Maintained project logs of quality testing
  • Took and filed photographs documenting the daily work and prepared a Daily inspection Report for the work being performed.
  • Reviewed Shop Drawing of fabrication Process and Certification of fabrication yard for compliance.
  • performed pre-pour Inspection including inspecting of forms and strand/reinforcement for proper dimensions, positioning, cleanliness and use of release agent, as well as strand tensioning.
  • Inspected the mix to ensure meets the approved design.
  • Recorded the result of applicable ASTM test performed at the site to ensure continuous pour with appropriate vibration and consolidation per approved design.
  • Inspected concrete curing, stripping and de-tensioning
  • Performed post-pour inspections of concrete mix, batching, testing, placement, finishing, and curing of Precast/Prestress Concrete Fabrication Process of Bridge deck in order to ensure precast/prestress products perform as designed.





Transportation Engineer Range D/ Field Inspector

Caltrans D12
06.2003 - 06.2023
  • Reviewed and provided comments on new permit application packages.
  • Implemented best construction practices in the field to address Caltrans primary goal of public safety and conveniences.
  • Performed routine, critical and essential inspection aspect of project to ensure quality of work .
  • Coordinated with Applicant / contractor to evaluate field activities that impact motorist; conducted permit review with the permit writer through pre-construction meetings and field inspections to include review of materials that will be used in construction; review of trenching and shoring need; construction methods; water pollution control plan needs; contractor's code of safety and accident prevention program; traffic management plan during construction; special work hours required.
  • Fostered collaboration among diverse stakeholder groups to ensure cohesive planning efforts across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Performed Construction Oversight and monitoring of local agencies federal-aid-projects on State Highway System
  • Liaised with local agencies and consultant regarding agencies construction project and contract administration.
  • Reviewed projects for compliance, approved or denied permit proposals.
  • Oversight field activities and construction work within the state right of way for compliance.
  • Inspected permitted work to ensure the safety of both the highway users and the permit applicant.
  • Reviewed, inspected, and documented Permit Proposals during and after the construction to ensure to ensured the proposed encroachment is compatible with the primary uses of State.Highway System.
  • Tracked, monitored, and evaluated Project Workload and managed assigned duties. Attended safety meetings, staff meetings, represented Caltrans in meeting with other agencies or the public.
  • Maintained a project log on a monthly basis to monitor work load and establish priorities.
  • Prepared correspondence and report.
  • Performed daily inspection for compliance.
  • Analyzed traffic impact studies, investigated and resolved various traffic issues, reviewed and made comments on lane closure proposal for various projects within state right of way.
  • Analyzed traffic accidents data, formulated the results in to the reports to be used by by engineers and agencies for Capital Work Projects.
  • Monitored HOV lanes operation, signage, and marking for compliance and safety.
  • Worked as Assistant Resident Engineer on I-5 widening Project; performed daily inspection of various construction including earth work, sound wall, retaining walls, MSE wall, CIDH and driven piles, footing and steel re-bar placement, slope paving, RCB culvert, storm drains, open concrete drainage channel, electrical facilities, traffic lights, landscaping, irrigation, roadway excavation, structural excavation and backfill, grading, stripping and pavement marking.
  • Acted as District Permit Engineer activities

Resident Engineer

Caltrans D4
06.2002 - 06.2003
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Evaluated and adjusted construction and engineering processes to maximize project efficiency, solving technical problems.
  • Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
  • Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
  • Reviewed contract plans and specs for compliance, reviewed estimate and replied to contractor's pre-bid inquiries,provided support in developing construction work breakdown structure, prepared concrete mix design spreadsheet, provided assistance in developing shoring system spread sheet, reviewed excavation safety plans pertaining to San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge west approach retrofit project.
  • Inspected and monitored excavation and construction of First Street retaining wall, worked as Resident Engineer on Route 237/880 Interchange Project, Performed daily inspection of construction od soldier pile wall.
  • Performed daily inspection of lean concrete structure backfill pour behind lagging.
  • Attended and completed the following training course : CAL OSHA Construction Safety requirements,Construction Dispute Resolution; temporary and permanent erosion control; California Work Zone Inspection; Fall Protection; Micro Tunneling and trench-less technology; Water quality sampling on construction site; False work and shoring plan review.






Education

Master of Science - Project Management

Victoria University
Melbourne, Australia
05.1990

Master of Science - Structural Computation

Monash University, Caulfield Campus
Melbourne, Australia
05.1989

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Victoria University
Melbourne, Australia
05.1986

Skills

  • Technical reporting Writing
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Quality controls
  • Soil Testing
  • Structural Assessment
  • Repair procedures
  • Quality assurance standards
  • Report Generation
  • MS Office
  • Structural Inspection
  • Technical inspections
  • Safety Regulations Understanding

Certification


  • Registered Professional Engineer, P.E.
  • Project Management Certificate

Timeline

Construction Field Inspector

Arcadis
07.2023 - 10.2023

Transportation Engineer Range D/ Field Inspector

Caltrans D12
06.2003 - 06.2023

Resident Engineer

Caltrans D4
06.2002 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Project Management

Victoria University

Master of Science - Structural Computation

Monash University, Caulfield Campus

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Victoria University


  • Registered Professional Engineer, P.E.
  • Project Management Certificate
Shahryar DeraviCivil Engineer, P.E.