Edwin Aron

Senior Structural Engineer (Grade A) with 18+ years experience in Project and Construction Management, Progress Reporting, Design Review and Coordination, Proactive Problem Solving, Inter-disciplinary coordination, Review of Models (Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk-ROBOT, ETABS, SAFE, SAP, PROKON), Effective Communication with Client/ Consultant and subcontractors.

Jan 2021 – Aug 2022                          Qatar Project Management, Qatar,

Senior Civil Structural Engineer

The Qatar PPP Schools Development - (Package-01 - 8 schools)

·        Lead Structural Engineer for eight Schools and their ancillary buildings such as Kahramaa Substation, Water tanks and pump rooms, sewage holding tanks, sports hall facility (steel structure).

·        Discipline reviewer for all Structural & Civil Engineering deliverables including specifications, drawings & structural design reports for precast, reinforced concrete and steel structures.

·        Inter-disciplinary coordination ensuring that the input of other disciplines is incorporated and ensured clashes are resolved.

·        Hands-on experience in quantity surveying by reviewing and validating Contractors Bill of Quantities (BoQ)

·        Liaise with Client on regular basis and ensured their requirements are incorporated.

·        Liaise with Main Contractor for timely resolution of design and construction drawings as per Project Management Plan.

·        Effectively and proactively coordinated with stakeholders.

·        Technical review of pre-qualification and material submittals.

·        Ensured compliance with Civil and Structural specifications as well as applicable code requirements and national /international standards.

·        Planned and scheduled discipline activities and deliverables, including man-hour estimating when required.

·        Directed and supervised the Civil Inspectors (Supervision Consultant) to ensure schedule milestones are achieved and the implementation of design.

·        Ensured regular meetings with the Contractor to promptly close-out document reviews in all stages of project progress.

·        Carried out regular site visit and raise concerns relating to technical, quality and HSE.

·        Reviewed the proposed remedial actions such as corrective & preventive actions and defect repair for the issues identified during the site visits.

·        Effectively prepared MoM for Contractors’ Weekly Progress Meeting & Weekly Technical Meeting.

2019 – 2021                             Bahadir Construction & Engineering, Qatar

Senior Structural Engineer

Dukhan Airbase Project

·        Structural Engineer for buildings (pyrotechnic workshop and storage facilities, Typhoon & Hawk hangers, shelters, workshops, residential villas, dormitories, sports hall, clinic facility, hotel etc). 

·        Verification of Structural (RC & PEB) analysis models, detailed design calculation reports, drawings and structural shop drawings.

·        Perform structural designs for ancillary structures as necessary.

·        Propose/ suggest alternative design approach (value engineering) 

·        Proactive coordination with construction teams to resolve any issues.

·        Review and approve non-conformance reports (NCR).

2018 – 2019                            Cowi A/S, Qatar - Senior Structural Engineer

Mesaimeer Pumping Station and Outfall Project

·        Design of pumping station (32m below ground) with a storm flow rate of 19.7m3/s, operation building and outfall chamber using Autodesk ROBOT Structural Analysis Software.

·        Design of ancillary buildings including Kahramma Substation, electrical room, telecom room, fuel storage shed, watchman building, foul sewer tank.

·        Preparation of design reports such as design criteria/ specifications and design calculation. 

·        Review calculation reports, detailed design drawings and shop drawings. 

2014 – 2018                          Aktor-L&T-Yapi-STFA-JEC (ALYSJ) Joint Venture, Qatar

                    Structural Engineer

Doha Metro – Gold Line Underground

·        Key contact for two metro stations (15m below ground)

·        Verification of detailed design to meet client requirements

·        Prepared and maintained schedule of engineering deliverable

·        Review and monitor combined coordination Navis Works  models

·        Proactive coordination with construction team to resolve design issues

·        Interface and interdisciplinary coordination.

·        Effective interaction external stakeholders.

·        Review sub-contractor’s work deployed schedule.

2009 – 2014                   HOCHTIEF SOLUTION MIDDLE-EAST W.L.L, QATAR

                    Structural Engineer

Barwa Commercial Avenue – Mixed-use development – 8.5km long retail, residential and office spaces distributed across five major buildings, each with its distinctive design and identity. Structural lead for one building, involved in review and approval of detailed design drawings, effective interaction with client and consultant. Reviewed tender documents and raised queries when necessary

2008 – 2009                          CADS SOFTWARE INDIA PVT LTD, CHENNAI, INDIA

Design Engineer

Crowne Plaza and Stay bridge Apartments, UAE – Model, analysis and design of various structural elements using Nemetschek SCIA Engineer, Preparing and submitting the design documents and reports, Coordinate with in-house detailing team, Raising RFI for clarifications, communicating with the Clients.

2007 – 2008                     ALLCAD SERVICES PVT LTD, CHENNAI, INDIA

Project Leader

Dubai Motor City and Dubai Burj Residential, UAE – In charge of Structural department (25 Members and 3 Team Leaders), involved in planning and organising, attending structural review meetings, responsible for timely delivery of the projects, communication with Clients and on-site coordinators, involved in recruitment of Engineer and provide necessary orientation and training in general & structural detailing standards.

2004 – 2006                  HOCHTIEF INDIA PVT LTD, CHENNAI, INDIA

·        Neurath Thermal Power Station, Germany – Lignite-fired power stations (2x1100MW).

·        Allington EfW Facility-Nuclear Power Plant

·        Dubai International Airport Expansion, Phase II, Terminal III –  UAE

·        Burj Dubai Old Town Commercial Island – UAE

M.Eng (Structural Engineering), 2004

B.Eng (Civil Engineering), 2002