Resume Design/municipal Technologist

1. AMJAD ZAHIR
100 PARKWAY FOREST DRIVE, NORTH YORK, ON
HOME: 416-490-1331 CELL: 647-567-0071
azahir1971@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To secure a challenging career where I can fully utilize and elevate my engineering experience,
my civil design and estimating skills, and my recent training in Municipal Engineering.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
 Proficient in AutoCAD Map 2D & 3D, Civil 3D, GIS 10.1, Micro Survey 2010 and
Microsoft Office 2010
 Prepared Road Alignment, Surface, Plan, Profile, Lot Grading, Pavement Marking,
and Signage Drawings by using civil 3D
 Prepared Bid Form, GIS mapping, X-Section and roadway geometric design including
knowledge of Drainage Area Plans for Strom and Sanitary sewer, water distribution
Design and engineering design calculations through various projects.
 Review designs briefs, technical reports and estimates prepared by consulting firms to
ensure constructability and conformance with Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual
and Ontario Provincial Standards Specification(OPSS) and Design (OPSD)
 Assisted Project Design Technologist & Team on several key planning and delivery
transportation projects, including full Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of York
Regional road. Key responsibilities included analysis and assessment of background
information for construction projects, Cost Estimation, Environmental permit for Toronto
and Lake Simcoe Regional Conservation Authorities
 Knowledge of land development project through academic projects which includes a full
version of sub division M-Plan
 Prepared tender documents utilizing OPSS including bidding forms and specifications,
defined scope of work, analyzed and reviewed bids for various road contract documents
PERSONAL PROFILE
 Leadership and Management experience while performing responsibilities for filed
inspection for various York Region road resurfacing programs .e.g. Regional DOANE
ROAD from Woodbine to Leslie during the summer 2016 road rehabilitation project
 Result oriented and self-motivated with proven ability to excel working independently.
 Proven organizational, communication and time management skills
 Demonstrated problem solving, analytical and team work skills

2. EDUCATION
Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology (Toronto, ON)
Graduate of Civil-Engineering Technology Co-Op program
Expected Graduation Date April 2017
LaGuardia Community College (New York) Aug 1995 – Sep 1997
Diploma in Computer Science
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Engineering Assistant-Roads Branch (16 months Co-op) summer 2015 – Current
Regional Municipality of York Transportation and Community
Produce preliminary detailed design base plans and estimates, tender documents and
inspect regional municipal infrastructure for road rehabilitation contracts.
 Prepare cross sections, pavement marking, GIS maps and drawings for roads rehabilitation
contracts utilizing computer software
 Provide on-site contractor supervision to monitor the quality and progress of the work, labour
performance and materials quality and quantities
 Calculate quantities and estimates for contract tender purposes
 Review designs, reports and estimates prepared by consulting firms to ensure
constructability and conformance with Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual and
Ontario Provincial and Municipal design Standards
 Prepared meeting minutes for various pre construction meetings
Civil Engineering Technician (4 months) winter 2015
Survey and Geotechnical Lab at Seneca College, Toronto, ON
Sub Division Design Project (4 months) fall 2016
Seneca College of Applied Art and Technology, Toronto, ON
Extra-Curricular (Security Officer) 2009 - 2015
Garda World (Former Intercon Security), Toronto, ON
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
 OACETT Associate member (Licensed by OACETT # 889180)
 WHMIS Certified Training, Seneca College Health and Safety Training Certificate,
Ministry of Labor
 Traffic Protection & Control, Signaling & Backing, York Region Health, Safety & Wellness
 Valid G-Class Driver’s License
 Valid First Aid/CPR Certification
OTHER EXPERIENCE
 Kindergarten Scientist a day Active Volunteer at Parkway Forest School Toronto.