Farman Ali Sofi
Khobar
Summary
Qualified Civil Engineer with 6+ years of experience working in various capacities to complete construction engineering tasks. Proven success in identifying and addressing challenges to complete projects on-time and under budget. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality. Manages large projects and teams to meet milestones and exceed quality expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales engineer
Arabian Building Support and Rehabilitation
12.2023 - Current
- Participates in trade shows, exhibitions and seminars to promote Waterproofing and Concrete repair solutions
- Pitched strategic proposals outlining key benefits to suit client demands
- Sources new clients through targeted research and networking
- Monitors competitor activity to remain ahead of market trends and prices
- Handles multiple enquiries whilst maintaining outstanding customer service
- Cultivates and sustained strong relationships with stakeholders, customers and partners to enhance collaboration
- Assists clients to select products or services best suited to their needs
- Developes customized proposals that demonstrated a clear understanding of client requirements and offered compelling solutions to meet their unique needs.
- Establishes long-term relationships with key clients for repeat business and referrals, cultivating a strong network within the industry.
- Identified sales opportunities by assessing environment and devising and implementing winning strategy.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention
- Advises design teams of unique client requests requiring product adaptations
- Defines solutions best suited to customer and partner requirements for increased sales and loyalty
Project Engineer
Techno Sales and Corporation (TESCO)
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Create and deliver regular updates on project status, emphasizing important metrics and potential risks by using MS Office, Primavera and AutoCAD
- Perform risk assessments and create strategies to mitigate project uncertainties
- Estimates quantities and cost of materials, equipment and labor requirements to determine project feasibility
- Communicates with clients and client representatives, attending regular meetings to update on progress
- Rectification and calculations by using AutoCAD, Bluebeam and verifies accuracy
- Coordinates project resources, goals and activities, facilitating successful closure and handover
- Checks client requirements and generates solutions from identified needs
- Executes quality assurance activities, checking project results against client requirements
- Provides technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Monitores installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completes construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Ensures quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
Project Engineer
Trident Interiors
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Create, execute, and manage project control systems, including schedules, budgets, and forecasts by using MS Office & Primavera
- Presents project updates to stakeholders, highlighting successes and suggesting solutions for weak spots by MS Office
- Visits sites to check project progress and eliminate bottlenecks
- Coordinates project resources, goals and activities, facilitating successful closure and handover
- Oversee change control procedures and evaluate how changes affect the project's scope, timeline, and budget
- Carry out risk assessments and formulate mitigation plans to manage project uncertainties
- Checks client requirements and generated solutions from identified needs
- Creates detailed project schedules, working closely with contractors to manage deadlines by using MS Excel and Primavera
- Executes quality assurance activities, checking project results against client requirements
- Quickly learns and applies new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Planning engineer
Saudi Real Estate and Infrastructure (BINYAH)
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Maintained schedule of milestones and interfaced with teams to achieve objectives
- Prepared and reported on Level 1 and Level schedules
- Monitored planning data to continuously improve predictive maintenance effectiveness
- Plans and schedules the project activities and tracks the actual work against planned work
- Maintains accurate records of project materials and references
- Maintains accurate and updated files for engineering documentation
Civil site engineer
NK Gupta Builders Pvt Ltd
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Supports quality standards by verifying premium quality of on-site construction materials
- Manages construction flow and timetable, liaising with architects and management teams to resolve technical issues
- Drafts engineering reports in support of planning applications, site appraisals and submissions to statutory authorities
- Visits sites to review work progress and drive process improvements
- Tests sites and materials to assess strength and quality
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Indo Global College of Engineering
11.2017
Skills
- Project Management
- Technical Consulting
- Quality Inspections
- Team Lead
- Problem-solving
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Primavera P6
- Revit
- Bluebeam
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Analytical Skills
- Strategic Skills
- Quick Learner
- Solutions Engineering
- Client Relation
- Lead Generation
- Demand Generation
- Field Sales
Certification
Certified Engineering Technologist in Civil Engineering, Saudi Council Of Engineers
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
Hobbies and Interests
- Gym
- Cycling
- Trekking
- Reading
- Travelling
References
References available upon request.
Software
MS Office
AutoCAD
Primavera
Revit
Bluebeam
Civil 3D
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsWork from home optionInterests
Travelling
Reading
Digital Tech
Quote
Endure until you succeed.
Ali ibni Abi Talib
Timeline
Sales engineer
Arabian Building Support and Rehabilitation
12.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
Techno Sales and Corporation (TESCO)
12.2022 - 11.2023
Project Engineer
Trident Interiors
12.2020 - 11.2022
Planning engineer
Saudi Real Estate and Infrastructure (BINYAH)
03.2020 - 09.2020
Civil site engineer
NK Gupta Builders Pvt Ltd
04.2018 - 02.2020
Certified Engineering Technologist in Civil Engineering, Saudi Council Of Engineers
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Indo Global College of Engineering
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