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Shir Aqa Rahimi

Indianapolis,IN

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Desired Job Title

Civil EngineerSite Quality Control EngineerStructural EngineerField EngineerEstimation Engineer

Work Type

Full Time

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsCompany Culture

Summary

Civil Engineer with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and experience supporting USACE construction projects, quality control, inspections, material testing, and construction management. Recently completed the INDOT Certified Technician Program (CTP) and currently pursuing NCEES credential evaluation and FE Exam preparation. Seeking opportunities in field engineering, quality control, construction inspection, estimating, and structural engineering.

Overview

1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier / Front End Assistant

Costco Wholesale
Indianapolis, IN
11.2025 - Current
  • Trained new cashiers on register procedures and customer service standards.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Return unwanted, damaged, or abandoned merchandise from the registers back to their proper shelves throughout the warehouse.
  • Use a handheld mobile terminal to scan the member's card and every single item directly inside their cart while they wait in the queue.

North Zone Operations Manager

Ehsan Omid Metal and PVC Production Company
Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan
07.2016 - 12.2024
  • Managed operations across the northern region - overseeing sales, logistics, and installation activities.
  • Responsible for ordering uPVC profiles from Uzbekistan and Turkey. Coordinated and tracked shipments from the point of origin, ensuring smooth customs clearance and delivery.
  • Supervised and monitored window and door installations to maintain high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed and reconciled company accounts between the main and branch offices; maintained accurate financial records.

Civil Engineer

Global Peace and Logistics Services (GPLS)
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2014 - 04.2016
  • Managed construction and facilities management of catering-related facilities - kitchens, dining halls, and sanitation systems.
  • Supervised all on-site engineering activities, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Prepared proposals and technical documentation; Assisted in bidding and managing small government contracts.
  • Ensured engineering safety protocols were met across all project phases.

Site Quality Control Engineer

State Corps Engineering (SCE)
Multiple Provinces, Afghanistan
01.2012 - 12.2013
  • Performed quality control inspections on USACE-funded construction projects, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
  • Conducted daily site inspections to verify workmanship, materials, and safety compliance.
  • Oversaw material testing, identified deficiencies, and ensured timely corrective actions.
  • Prepared daily reports. Led weekly and bi-weekly meetings with USACE project engineers and COR to review progress and issues.
  • Promoted safe work practices and adherence to all quality and safety protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kabul University
Kabul, Afghanistan
12-2011

Skills

  • Construction Quality Control (QC)
  • Construction Inspection & Field Engineering
  • Concrete Inspection & Testing
  • Materials Testing & Quality Assurance
  • Reviewing architectural plans and documents
  • Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimating
  • Bill of Quantities (BOQ) Preparation
  • Construction Documentation & Reporting
  • USACE Quality Control Procedures
  • Project Coordination & Site Supervision
  • AutoCAD (Basic)
  • Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Office Word
  • Safety Compliance & Construction Standards
  • INDOT Certified Technician Program (CTP)

Certification

  • INDOT Certified Technician Program (CTP) Certified

In Progress

  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Preparation
  • PMP Exam Preparation

Languages

English
Full Professional
Uzbek
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Urdu
Full Professional
Turkish
Professional Working

Timeline

Cashier / Front End Assistant

Costco Wholesale
11.2025 - Current

North Zone Operations Manager

Ehsan Omid Metal and PVC Production Company
07.2016 - 12.2024

Civil Engineer

Global Peace and Logistics Services (GPLS)
01.2014 - 04.2016

Site Quality Control Engineer

State Corps Engineering (SCE)
01.2012 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kabul University