Syed Zaheer Abbas
Ar Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced land surveying professional with deep expertise in surveying principles and practices. Skilled in total stations, GPS equipment, and advanced software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center. Strong analytical skills support accurate interpretation of legal descriptions and land records. Knowledgeable in relevant laws and safety standards, contributing effectively to innovative surveying projects.
Overview
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26
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Land Surveyor
Tanfeeth United Contracting Co.
Ar Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2024.08 - 2026.08
- Conducted topographic surveys, establishing bench marks to support accurate project development. Executed excavation, SOG, raft, footing, MEP installations, and construction of rooms, elevators, and stairs for buildings and towers. Monitored project limits and boundaries, ensuring compliance with specifications to maintain project integrity. Drain pvc pipe installation proper to mechanical drawings, verticality of wall columns and retaining walls and alignment. Marked core locations for mechanical, electrical, plumbing rooms, and elevator pits, facilitating precise construction according to approved drawings.
- Managed teams of junior surveyors to complete projects efficiently.
- Collaborated with engineers for understanding project requirements better.
- Executed boundary surveys to determine property limits.
Senior Land Surveyor
Al Marshal Group Contracting Co.
Ar Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2021.12 - 2024.07
- Led layout and excavation for villas, established land boundaries, ensured construction adhered to designated areas, set up control points for accurate measurements, conducted topographic surveys, prepared data and RFI, and executed various surveying tasks.
- Play a vital role in villa construction by ensuring precise measurements, legal compliance, and accurate positioning of the villa on the land. My expertise contributes to the successful completion of the project and lays the foundation for a well-designed and functional villa.
- Executed infrastructure work for roads and pipelines, including sewage, storm water, chilled water, irrigation, and fire fighting lines, ensuring compliance with project specifications and local regulations.
Senior Surveyor
Al-Fouzan Trading & General Contracting Co.
Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, Al Baha, Saudi Arabia
2013.02 - 2021.11
- Senior Land Surveyor for the execution of layout for stamped concrete, Light pole and Speaker pole foundation and Axis, Topographic survey. Prepared data and RFI, Cutting and Filling for foundation and sewerage lines also layout for parking, manholes and electric handholes.
- Led layout execution for terminal excavation, fire station, water tank, and road, verifying levels for cut and fill operations.
- Executed surveying tasks to ensure project compliance with specifications and timelines.
- Conducted infrastructure work for roads and pipelines, including sewage, storm water, chilled water, irrigation, and fire-fighting lines.
Senior Land Surveyor
Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L
Doha
2010.12 - 2012.01
- Established precise control points on the site to provide reference markers for accurate piling measurements and positioning.
- Collaborated with engineers to design pile layout, determining size, depth, and spacing based on site-specific requirements for optimal structural integrity.
- Conducted surveys during the piling process to ensure that the piles are installed correctly and aligned with the approved plans.
- Monitored piling activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and engineering specifications, contributing to project accuracy and reliability.
- Worked closely with the drilling team, construction managers, and engineers to ensure that piling operations are coordinated effectively with other construction activities.
- Enforced safety protocols and regulations during piling operations to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Stayed updated with advancements in surveying technology and piling methods to enhance professional knowledge and efficiency.
- As a Land Surveyor in a piling drilling company, the role would be crucial in providing accurate survey data, facilitating proper piling installations, and contributing to the successful completion of construction projects.
Senior Land Surveyor
Middle East Foundations Group LLC
Dubai
2007.08 - 2010.06
- Senior Land Surveyor executing Working Piles Project as Contractor's Key Team Member, contributing to successful project delivery.
- Conducted topographic surveys, traversing, and layout marking, ensuring accurate project specifications and compliance.
- Presented findings in a comprehensible manner, facilitated informed decision-making process.
- Maintained accurate records of survey data collected on field.
- Collaborated with engineers for understanding project requirements better.
Land Surveyor
Hashmi Builders & Engineers (Pvt) Ltd.
Islamabad
2005.11 - 2007.01
- Acted as Land Surveyor for execution of ‘Atomic Energy Housing Scheme by OGDC’ Project, contributing as Contractor's Key Team Member.
- Conducted topographic surveys, traversed, marked layouts, benchmarked, aligned vertically and horizontally, laid out road centre lines, observed cross sections, controlled layers, and designed roads and sewer/stormwater networks, including layouts for sewerage and drainage pipelines.
- Maintained a well-organised record system with diligent note-taking.
- Planned and monitored survey activities and ensured client deliverables were met across all tasks.
- Produced survey drawings, such as Record of Surveys, exhibits, [Type] and [Type], using AutoCAD.
Land Surveyor
Habib Rafiq (Pvt) Ltd.
Islamabad, Pakistan
2000.08 - 2005.10
- Conducted topographic surveys, aerial control, traversing, land development surveys, layout marking, benchmarking, and alignment for housing plots, stormwater channels, and roads; supervised sub-contractor works, coordinated with site manager, and performed joint site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Land Surveyor for the execution of “Defence Housing Scheme – DHA Phase-2 by Army Welfare Housing” Project as Contractor's Key Team Member.
- Executed infrastructure projects for roads and pipelines, focusing on sewage, stormwater, chilled water, irrigation, and fire fighting systems to support community infrastructure development.
Education
Diploma In Associate Engineering - Civil Engineering
Government College Of Technology Rasul
PakistanMatriculation - undefined
BISE Gujranwala
PakistanSkills
- Surveying technology expertise
- Land surveying expertise
- Legal document interpretation
- Project management
- Analytical problem-solving
- Team communication skills
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
LANGUAGES
English, Urdu, Arabic: First Language
Affiliations
- playing vollyball
Timeline
Senior Land Surveyor
Tanfeeth United Contracting Co.
2024.08 - 2026.08
Senior Land Surveyor
Al Marshal Group Contracting Co.
2021.12 - 2024.07
Senior Surveyor
Al-Fouzan Trading & General Contracting Co.
2013.02 - 2021.11
Senior Land Surveyor
Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L
2010.12 - 2012.01
Senior Land Surveyor
Middle East Foundations Group LLC
2007.08 - 2010.06
Land Surveyor
Hashmi Builders & Engineers (Pvt) Ltd.
2005.11 - 2007.01
Land Surveyor
Habib Rafiq (Pvt) Ltd.
2000.08 - 2005.10
Matriculation - undefined
BISE Gujranwala
Diploma In Associate Engineering - Civil Engineering
Government College Of Technology Rasul