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Andrew Iskandar

Andrew Iskandar

Graduating Senior at The American University in Cairo

Open to Opportunities
Eager to Learn
Hard Worker
Devout
Committed
30 years old
Driving License
Cairo Egypt
Nearing graduation Open to opportunities
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When I meet thriving people, I ask what do they attribute their success to. It is usually the same: hard work, persistence and passion. This is what I live by. Devout and committed, I am one who is eager to learn and explore new opportunities.

Through my dwarf but valuable tutoring and training, I have developed a deeper comprehension of the industry, looking forward to expand my knowledge to the furthest. Information is power, and I believe with power comes success. Being involved in several reputable projects, I have grasped the principles and ethics of the industry in working as a team, and I am keen to explore various opportunities, mounting to the experience and knowledge I am able to perceive throughout my career.
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Experiences
  • I have been involved in the BIM sector for the 3D modeling of the Service building of the Union Museum, through the use of the Bentley AECOsim software. The purpose of my training in this sector was to:
    • Ensure Complete data availability
    • Avoid coordination clashes prior to construction; Cutback errors in Shop Drawings
    • Yield updates to the Site Operation Team
    • Quantity Takeoffs
  • Conventional Tasks:
    • Reviewing Arch. & St. Drawings
    • Modeling All Structural and Architectural components of the Service Building using Bentley AECOsim.
    • Implementing MEP Builder Works by coordinating with the MEP team.
    • Creating clash logs and settling clashes with the MEP team
    • RFI preparation and submittals to the Consultant for approval
  • Waldorf Astoria Hotel, The Palm:
    • Situated on the Palm Jumeirah island, this Waldorf Astoria resort promises all the amenities for a relaxing getaway. The development consists of Main building, Villa, Beach Restaurant, service block, Various recreation and sports facilities and external works. The project was completed by the year of 2013 and was budgeted AED 637 million.
    • I was involved in all the finishing stages implicated within this project by monitoring and reporting the progress of the works done on site, comprehending and reviewing technical documents and records (Method Statements, Arch. & St. Drawings, RFIs, Material Submittals etc.)
  • City Walk Residential, Dubai:
    • The project included several residential blocks in the new prestigious "City Walk" development. The scope of the project includes construction of multiples of low and medium rise residential buildings that will be handed over in 24 months. The project is budgeted for a lump sum of AED 1.5 billion.
    • I was involved in the City Walk Residential Project during the excavation phase, through the completion of the skeletal structures of the residential buildings.
  • Conventional Tasks:
    • Assessing and reviewing all Arch. and St. Drawings
    • Analyzing Method Statements, instructing workers on site, daily quality assurance and reporting site progress.
    • Probing MEP works & conducted tests in conjunction with structural works on site.
    • Reviewing precast schedule logs including labeling, loading, storage and updating the erection progress on site.
    • Inspecting rebar in conjunction with structural drawings and reporting discrepancies.

Stage Operation & Management Team

St. Mary's Church Puppet Show, Dubai
Since March 2013
Temporary Work
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
  • I have been involved in the Operation and Management of the Stage facilities for the Puppet Show organization. These included:
    • Stage Setup and Coordination with other Departments
    • Logistics and Planning Coordination
    • Coordination with the Multimedia and Entertainment Committee
    • Facility Renting and Reservation
Education

Bachelor's Degree, Construction Engineering (Management Concentration)

The American University in Cairo

September 2011 to June 2016
Projects
• BSc. Thesis Project I: Structural Design of the Busan Geoje Fixed Link, South Korea
• BSc. Thesis Project II: Construction Management and Planning of Mall of Egypt
• BSc. Project: Cost Estimation Model

Honors and Awards
• Highest Honors (Summa Laude)
• Awarded for the years 2014, 2015, 2016

Activities and Societies:
• Popsicle Bridge Competition - 1st Place Award
• AUC Talent Show '12, '13 Participant - Qualified to Rounds Stage

Cumulative GPA - 3.93
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Minor's Degree, Master of Business Administration

The American University in Cairo

September 2011 to June 2016

Diploma

St. Mary's Catholic High School, Dubai

September 1999 to June 2011
GCSE Score: 6A*, 3A, B
A-Levels Score: A*, A,

Activities and Societies:
• Assistant Head Boy (2010-2011)
• Prefect (2009-2010)
• Community Services
Skills

Languages

  • Arabic
    Native Proficiency
  • English
    Secondary Proficiency
  • French
    Limited Working Proficiency

Leadership

  • Teamwork
    Advanced
  • Time Management
    Good
  • Coordination
    Advanced

Construction Management

  • Project Planning
    • Primavera P6
    Advanced
  • Risk Management
    Crystal Ball
    Advanced
  • Structural Engineering
    • AutoCAD
    • SAP2000
    • WaterCad
    Advanced
  • Aerodynamics
    • Ansys Fluent
    Good
  • BIM Modeling
    • Revit
    • Navisworks
    • Benley AECOsim
    • Sketchup
    Advanced
Interests

Habits

  • Mechanics
  • Lego

Travel

  • Cultures
  • Traditions
  • Folklore

Music

  • Playing the Piano

Sports

  • Health & Lifestyle
  • Fitness Training
  • Nutrition
  • Football
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