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- 1. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com CURRENT POSITION: Projects Manager YEARS OF EXPERIENC: 25 Current US Government valid (CAC) KEY QULAIFICATIONS: I have Wide variety of experience in Projects construction mainly for the US Army Corps of Engineers and USAID. My work experience includes the design and construction of multiple stories concrete buildings, roads, aircraft concrete aprons, infrastructure/ utilities, equipping water wells, transmission lines, Pre-engineered metal structures, training ranges, shoot houses, power plants, schools and vehicles maintenance facilities. I have been involved in several design/ Built Projects. Countries of experience include Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, Gaza/West bank, and United Arab Emirates. EDUCATION: • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA (1991). Professional Organization: • Professional Engineer, from the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors, Oregon State. • Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). • Member of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME). • Member of Project Management Institute. (PMI). • Member of the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP). • Member of the Water Environment Federation (WEF). Professional Development Training: • 40 Hours OSHA Course related to EM 385-1-1 Construction Safety Hazard Awareness for Contractors. • OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Course related to Stairway and ladder Safety. • OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Course related to Heat and Cold Stress Safety. • OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Course related to Essentials of occupational Safety & Health. • OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Course related to Introduction of Occupational Safety & Health. • Training Program on the application and inspection covering Fire Stopping Products providing passive fire protection solutions to construction movements’ joints, gaps and Service Penetrations against Fire. • 40 Hours Advanced Project Management (PMP) Training. • 379 ECES Wing Security Escorts Training (AUAB). • 30 Hour OSHA Construction Training.
- 2. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com • US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management for Contractors. • US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Verification: Flexible Pavement. • US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Verification: Concrete. • US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Verification: Masonry. • US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Verification: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Inspection. • Bullet Resistant Components Installation & Inspection Training-KRAIBURG (Germany). • First Aid Training Course-Jordan Red Crescent. • Project Management for Practitioners. • Bituminous Concrete Testing. • Portland Cements Concrete Design. Computer Skills: • USACE-QCS/RMS Project Management System. • Primavera Project Planner. • Microsoft Project. • Microsoft Word, Excel. APPRECIATION AWARDS: • Letter of appreciation in recognition of superb leadership and professionalism demonstrated in the construction of the United Kingdom Maritime Component Command Bahrain NSA II from Bahrain Resident Officer. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the Tactical Ramp and Vehicle Maintenance Facility, Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the Re-procurement ARCENT Logistics Extension Center, Jariyan Al Batnah Army Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding support to Al Udeid Air Base from the Qatar Emiri Air Force Al Udeid Air Base Commander. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the West Munitions Storage Area Complex, Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the RSMSA. Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District Commander. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the CAS Apron and Fuel Facilities at Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District Commander. • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the FY09 SOF Training Range. Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District Commander.
- 3. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com • Certificate of appreciation for outstanding service in the construction of the King Abdulla II Special Operation Training Center, Jordan, from US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District Commander. • Commendation in recognition for outstanding support to Al Udeid Air Base from the Qatar Emiri Air Force Al Udeid Air Base Commander. • Commendation in recognition of dedicated and distinguished efforts in the construction of the CAS Parking Apron project, Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from the US Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District Commander. • Commendation in recognition of dedicated and distinguished efforts in the completion of the FY09 SOF Training Range, Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from the Special Operations Command Central- SOCCENT Commanding General. • Commendation in recognition of dedicated and distinguished efforts in the completion of the FY09 SOF Training Range, Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar from the Special Operations Command Central- SOCCENT Deputy Commanding General. LANGUAGES: • English. • Arabic. PERSONAL: • Nationality: U.S. Citizen • Date of Birth: October 9th 1965 • Marital Status: Married EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: American International Contractors, Inc. (AICI). Blatchford-Preston Complex Phase III (BPC III). Furnishings Warehouse and Medical Administration Building Oct., 2015-Present Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE-Contract #W912ER-15-C-0008 Project Manager The scope of work for this project consists of the construction of a furniture warehouse and Medical Administration Building. The warehouse is a prefabricated metal structure with masonry walls to the height necessary for force protection. The medical admin building is a cast-in-place concrete frame with reinforced masonry infill walls. Utilities and related site improvements including Water, Sewage, HVAC, Fire Protection, Clean agent system, Fire Protection system, communication and interior and exterior lighting.
- 4. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Blatchford-Preston Complex Phase III (BPC III). Reprogrammed Facilities. Medical Warehouse. April 2016-Present Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE-Contract #W912ER-16-C-0002 Project Manager The scope of work for this project consists of the construction of a medical warehouse The warehouse is prefabricated metal structure with masonry walls to the height necessary for force protection. Utilities and related site improvements including Water, Sewage, HVAC, Fire Protection, Clean agent system, Fire Protection system, communication and interior and exterior lighting. F16 Squadron Upgrade Peace Vector-VII, Package B June, 2015-Oct., 2015 Cairo West Air Base, Egypt USACE-Contract #W912ER-12-C-0033 CQC/ Safety Manager I was assigned to this Project to assist in its completion since it was undergoing delays. I was responsible for Project closeout including the finalization of Punch out inspections, corrections of deficiencies, submittal of as builts, O&M Manuals, Spare parts, O&M Training, warranties and red zones meetings. I worked extensively in the completion of HVAC systems TAB and commissioning and preliminary as well as final acceptance of Fire Protection systems including sprinklers, Foam, clean agent and buildings Fire Alarms. United Kingdom Maritime Component Command (UKMCC) Dec., 2014-June 2015 Development. Mina Salman Port, NSA II, Kingdom of Bahrain USACE-Contract #W912ER-14-C-0002 Project Manager. I was assigned to this Project early Dec., 2014 to assist in the completion since it was undergoing delays. The construction of a Forward Support Unit (FSU)/Forward Logistics Site (FLS) Facility and a Headquarters Facility located at the Waterfront Site at NSA, Mina Salman Port, Bahrain. The (FSU) is a prefabricated metal building on top of reinforced concrete walls consisting of approximately 1846 square meters with both open bay and administrative areas. The HQ Facility is a two (2) story facility of office, utility, and dormitory space consisting of a reinforced concrete exterior and an interior steel frame with precast concrete floor and roof panels.
- 5. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Tactical Ramp & Vehicle Maintenance Facility July 2013-Dec., 2014 Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE-Contract #W912ER-11-D-0001-0007 Project Manager Design and Construction of Vehicle Maintenance Facility constructed of both PEB,s and CMU structure with various utilities including Lubrication System, Chilled Water, Vehicle Exhaust, Compressed air, and Fire Protection. The scope of work also included the construction of app. 100000 m2 of concrete aircraft parking apron (Tactical Ramp) designed for tactical airlift aircraft with associated taxi lane space, pavement markings, area and edge lighting systems. The Project was completed ten months ahead of Schedule with exceptional evaluation rating by the Government. ARCENT LOGISTICS CENTER EXTENSION Jariyan, Al Batnah, Qatar Project Manager The SOW consists of one Administration building, 14 billets, DFAC/MWR, latrines, and power generators, two entry control points, three guard booths, a guard house/Pass and ID, six guard towers and fuel storage and distribution system for fueling the generators. West Munitions Storage Area Complex. May 2012-July 2013 Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE-Contract #W912ER-11-D-0001-0004 Project Manager Design and Construction of Munitions Storage facilities constructed of both PEB,s and Concrete structures, Administration Buildings, Security lights, PCC Pavement, Water/Fire Network including water tank and Pump House, Sewage Force main lines including Sewage Tank and Lift stations. The Project was completed four months ahead of Schedule with exceptional evaluation rating by the Government. CAS Parking Apron June 2011-May 2012 Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE-Contract #W912ER-10-C-0012 Project Manager Design and Construction of Concrete Apron and Taxi way, edge lights, security lights, new fuel transfer lines routed from the bulk fuel farm, supply and return lines for the CAS Parking apron, one ten thousand barrel fuel storage tank, electrical building, filter building, transformer building and fuel hydrant pits with appropriate Cathodic Protection. Relocate The South Munitions Storage Area (MSA). Oct., 1st 2010- June 2011 Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE – Contract # W912ER-10-C-0033 Project Manager / Project Engineer.
- 6. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Design and Construction of eight earths covered storage igloos, four storage pads, security fencing, lighting system, and power and communication lines. The Project was completed four months ahead of Schedule with outstanding evaluation rating by the Government. FY09 SOF Training Range Oct., 17th. 2009- Oct., 7th 2010 Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar USACE – Contract # W912ER-09-C-0055 Project Manager/ Project Engineer. As Project Manager/ Project Engineer I was responsible for the over all Project activities including smooth Project implementation pertaining to schedule, quality, safety, conformance, and specifications, Liaison requirements with USACE, USAF, Subcontractors, Base security, and authorities; Ensures effective implementation of all company and client policies and procedures, including labor relations policies. Evaluate and implement solutions to engineering problems based on collected data. Plan, organize, and ensure adequate staffing, execution, and monitoring field engineering activities and related support operations. The Project consists of the construction of two stories shoot House , Indoor Range, Breach Facility, Fire Bunker, Storage Facility, fencing , asphalt roads and all related electrical/ mechanical works. The Project was completed three months ahead of Schedule with outstanding evaluation rating by the Government. King Abdullah Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) Sep., 2006-Oct., 16th 2009 Yajooz & Aqaba, Jordan US CENTCOM AOR – Solicitation # W912ER-04-D-0001-0006 Quality Control Manager. Working in the capacity of CQC manager for the KASOTC overseeing all quality control matters, my responsibilities include the review & approval of all submittals, the chairing of preparatory & initial inspection meetings, controlling the quality of site activities and dealing with USACE staff on all daily matters. Construction of approximately 100 multistory buildings/ training facades, 100 & 300 meters ranges, Aircraft Mock-up, Storage Magazines, and water /sewage networks, It also include the installation of two VTP, two Fire pumps, Site electrical power network including one 33/11KV substation, eight 11KV/380V substations, site low voltage network, street lighting system and power manholes / hand holes and duct banks, electrical, communications and controls works inside buildings including power, lighting, fire alarm, telephone system, communication panels and racks, IT, PABX system, diesel generator, DDC system, CATV system, CCTV system, and sound / public address systems. The scope also includes approximately 13km of asphalt roads.
- 7. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Eastern Hebron Bulk Water Supply Project-Package 4B June 2005-Sep., 2006 Bani Naim-West Bank USAID Contract No. 294-C-00-04-00216-00 Quality Control Manager Scope of works includes the construction of two Pump Stations, Concrete reservoir, installation of Booster and Vertical turbine Pumps and the construction of approximately 11km of 33KV Over Head MV line. Repairs to Taxiways & Miscellaneous Buildings at Oct., 2004-June 2005 Shahbaz Air Base, Pakistan US CENTCOM AOR – Solicitation # W912ER-04-D-0001-0002 Project Manager/ Quality Control Manager Scope of works includes the Milling and furnishing of approximately 145000m2 of asphalt pavements for several taxiways in the rural area of Jacobabad, Pakistan. The total area it also included the rehabilitation of several existing buildings and the cleaning of JP-8 contaminated soil. AICI Regional Office. Jan., 2004-Oct., 2004 Estimation Department working on several RFP’s for USACE & USAID. Western Ammunition, Haik Step Project, Egypt. 2001-2002 Cairo Egypt US Army Corps of Engineers Contract DACA 78-02-C-0002 Quality Control/Safety Manager My responsibilities as a Quality Control-Safety Manager included the overall Monitoring and implementation of the project Quality control plan and the project safety Plan including the strict adherence to the USACE EM-385-1-1 Safety Manual. Part of my duties included the preparation and conducting all Preparatory, Initial and Safety Coordination meetings. The work included the construction of multistory building, storage magazines and all related electrical/ mechanical and infrastructure works. It also includes asphalt pavements for several roads with total lengths of app., 2.4 km. TOW Upgrade & Expansion, Al Maza, Egypt (USACE) 2000-2001 Cairo Egypt US Army Corps of Engineers Contract DACA 78-01-C-0001 Quality Control/ Safety Manager My responsibilities as a Quality Control/Safety Manager included the overall monitoring and implementation of the project Quality control plan and the project safety Plan. The work included the construction of structural steel work shop. Painting booth and all related electrical/ mechanical & infrastructure works.
- 8. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Saqqa & Khoudary Contracting Co. (SAK) Oct. 1996 – 2000/ 2002-2004 Gaza Development Construction Projects-USAID Contract 294-C-00-02-000231-00. Engineer> Metcalf& Eddy in association with CDM/K&A Project Manager The nature of the Project in relation to its sites locations being scattered through the Gaza Strip, the frequent work stoppage due to the political situations and the extensive security coordination in relation to material procurement and to performing works in the so called dangerous zones required big efforts from my part in managing the works activities. The Project also required the procurement of several equipment and material from the United Stated which also required a close coordination from my part to assure the timely delivery. The Scope of Works included the drilling works (Drilling of Pilot, Monitoring, Agricultural and Production Wells including the conducting of all required testing).It also included the construction and rehabilitation of production wells, agricultural wells pump rooms and all related fuel tanks, generators, pumps chlorination systems and the installation of 9 numbers of Vertical turbine Pumps to the required depth, electrical motors, discharge heads and all related necessary discharge piping. Gaza 140MW Combined Cycle Power Plant Cost Control-Planning Manager. ABB-Alstom Power My Responsibility included the following: Follow up on progress and developing progress reports for the management and for the client. Monitor the updating of the Project schedule. Identifying potential areas of cost overruns, and suggesting suitable corrective plans. Providing monthly payment forecast and costs breakdown for RFP,s. Preparation of monthly progress payments with the engineer and the client. Emergency Rehabilitation of Projects for Roads in Bethlehem–USAID IFB No.294-99-007 Engineer>CH2MHILL (Millennium Group). Bethlehem-West Bank Site Superintendent As site superintendent, I was responsible for the overall construction of the Project, which was constructed under the emergency roads rehabilitation program to get the city of Bethlehem ready for the Millennium 2000 celebration. The Project included asphalt roads and infrastructure works construction in heavy crowded, narrow streets that required intensive coordination with all concerned authorities and with other contractors working in the area. The Project also included the construction of several Concrete Retaining Walls.
- 9. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Gaza Waste Water Treatment Plant Project–USAID Project No. 294-C-97-00097-00 Subcontract from Bill Harbert International. Engineer> Mecalf &Eddy in association with K&A Project/ Construction Manager My responsibilities included the overall management of the Project team during the construction period. It also included the overall monitoring of all Project activities including civil, mechanical and electrical works. The Project activities included the followings: Civil works (The Construction of 2 Bio Towers (Concrete Tanks), Bio towers Pump station, Effluent Pump Station, New aerobic pond, Sludge drying beds, Retaining walls, inlet and outlets chambers and a complete fencing system for the whole plant). Mechanical works (The installation of 6 sewage pumps, 14 aerators, Rotary distribution systems for the Bio-towers, Curtain walls, Plastic Filter Media and all related mechanical works such as piping, valves, and flow meters…etc.). Electrical works (The installation of electrical panel boards for each of the pump stations, the installation of transformers, Complete lighting system for the whole plant including electrical poles, buried cables, luminaries…etc., and the equipping of a complete treatment plant MCC room). Gaza Industrial Estate Offsite Infrastructure–USAID Project No. 297-00-0001-00 Construction Manager>Mecalf & Eddy International in association with K&A Project Manager The Project included the construction of an elevated potable water tank with a capacity of 400 m3 and an elevated brackish water tank with a capacity 1200m3 –both at a height of 32 Meters. It also included the construction of below ground water and firefighting lines with all associated valves and valve chambers. Salah El-Din Road Project Stages 7&8, Gaza, Palestine Katib&Alami as the Engineer Quality Control Engineer Responsible for the quality control in relation to the construction of approximately 3KM of roads and all related infrastructure works. Consolidated Contractor International Co. (CCIC) Jan.1992-Sep., 1996 Sulfur Storage Silo Project, Ras Laffan, Qatar Chiyoda Cooperation /Qatar Gas Site Engineer – Structural Steel / Cladding Works As a site engineer I worked in several activities from the construction of underground utilities to the construction of 50m/diameter concrete tank with related roof structural steel/ cladding works.
- 10. HASHEM M.GHARBIA +974 55880401 (Qatar) hgharbia@gmail.com Six Construct JV, Taweelah Power & Desalination Plant Project–Abu Dhabi, UAE Laboratory-Concrete Batching Plant Engineer I was responsible for the production, sampling, and testing of over 350,000m3 of concrete. R&D Testing and Drilling Consulting Services. May 1988 – Jan. 1992 Birmingham, Alabama Lab-site Technician / QC Inspector Responsible for performing the necessary tests on concrete/soil samples and preparing reports to identify the conformity of the samples to projects’ specifications