Dhahiri Farah
Dar es salaam
Summary
Detail-oriented Site Engineer with extensive hands-on experience in the construction of commercial and residential buildings. Demonstrates a strong understanding of federal, local, and state building codes, ensuring compliance and safety across all projects. Proven expertise in project management, sustainable design practices, and effective communication leads to seamless coordination on complex construction tasks. Committed to delivering high-quality work through innovative problem-solving and leadership skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Site Engineer
PETROAFRICA
Dar Es Salaam
04.2020 - Current
- Engineered layouts for fuel station infrastructures in various locations, including Songea and Buza.
- Directed execution of infrastructure builds specializing in multiple high-traffic fuel station sites.
- Directed daily management of construction site.
- Directed refurbishments at multiple service station locations including Mkuranga and Mkuyuni.
- Supervised execution of contracts and prepared invoices for projects.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all aspects of a project were completed on time and within budget.
- Performed calculations related to site grading, drainage, pavement design, erosion control systems and water supply systems.
- Monitored contractor performance to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Coordinated the logistics of material delivery to ensure smooth project operations.
- Developed and implemented site safety plans, conducting regular training sessions for site personnel.
- Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Conducted onsite inspections and prepared takeoffs for engineering project costing.
- Computed load and grade requirements, water flow rates or material stress factors to determine design specifications.
- Provided technical advice to project workers to apprise of issues and implement proactive solutions.
- Utilized advanced software for site planning, project scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring their work met project standards and deadlines.
- Surveyed project sites to establish reference points to guide construction.
- Conducted field inspections to assess the quality of workmanship and materials used in construction projects.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments to ensure projects met sustainability goals.
- Performed structural calculations as needed to support design and construction decisions.
- Aided other departments in development of plans and cost estimates on road, parking lot, and drainage projects.
- Facilitated communication between project stakeholders to keep everyone informed of progress and changes.
- Analyzed survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
- Prepared or presented public reports on bid proposals, deeds and environmental impact statements.
- Resolved unexpected technical difficulties and communicated solutions with clients and representatives.
- Monitored site activities to identify and mitigate potential risks to project timelines and quality.
- Wrote technical reports documenting project progress and specifications.
- Provided technical advice to industrial or managerial personnel regarding design, construction or structural repairs.
- Inspected project sites to monitor progress and conform to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
- Troubleshot on-site technical problems, proposing effective solutions to prevent project delays.
- Analyzed soil and foundation data to inform structural design and construction strategies.
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labor to determine project feasibility.
- Provided guidance to contractors regarding best practices for completing civil engineering tasks.
- Managed and directed construction, operations or maintenance activities at project site.
- Surveyed sites, collected measurements, and assessed project conditions.
- Analyzed survey reports, maps or other topographical or geologic data.
- Computed loads and material stresses to determine optimal design specifications for foundations and bridge spans.
- Prepared technical drawings detailing the layout of buildings, roadways, parking lots and other structures.
- Managed on-site construction operations, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget.
Civil Site Engineer
BADR ENTERPRISES LTD
ZANZIBAR
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed rehabilitation tasks for Mtwango Irrigation Scheme.
- Constructed Mtoni Kigomeni Secondary School as part of the ZISP project.
- Executed construction work for Mahonda Secondary School under ZISP project.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all aspects of a project were completed on time and within budget.
- Supervised execution of contracts and prepared invoices for projects.
- Performed calculations related to site grading, drainage, pavement design, erosion control systems and water supply systems.
- Monitored contractor performance to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Provided technical advice to project workers to apprise of issues and implement proactive solutions.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring their work met project standards and deadlines.
- Surveyed project sites to establish reference points to guide construction.
- Conducted field inspections to assess the quality of workmanship and materials used in construction projects.
- Performed structural calculations as needed to support design and construction decisions.
- Analyzed survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
- Prepared or presented public reports on bid proposals, deeds and environmental impact statements.
- Resolved unexpected technical difficulties and communicated solutions with clients and representatives.
- Provided technical advice to industrial or managerial personnel regarding design, construction or structural repairs.
- Troubleshot on-site technical problems, proposing effective solutions to prevent project delays.
- Analyzed soil and foundation data to inform structural design and construction strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Engineering in Civil And Building
DAR ES SALAAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY(DIT)
TANZANIA08-2018
High School Diploma -
SENGEREMA HIGH SCHOOL
MWANZA04-2014
Skills
- Steel structure design
- Surveying techniques
- Drainage design
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Contract administration
- Operations leadership
- Scheduling and planning
- Health and safety regulations
- Earthworks planning
- Slope stability analysis
- Concrete technology
- Technical report writing
- Building codes compliance
- Advanced mathematical skills
- Reinforced concrete design
- Material procurement
- Estimation and costing
- Construction supervision
- Pavement design
- Retaining wall design
- Site inspection
- Structural analysis
- Soil mechanics
- Subcontractor management
- Masonry design
- Foundation design
- Hand sketching
- Skilled in autocad
- Team collaboration
- Structural engineering coordination
- 3D modeling expertise
- Architectural visualization
- Landscape design integration
- Architecture and design
- Project specifications
- Documents and reports
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Somali
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Civil Site Engineer
PETROAFRICA
04.2020 - Current
Civil Site Engineer
BADR ENTERPRISES LTD
10.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Engineering in Civil And Building
DAR ES SALAAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY(DIT)
High School Diploma -
SENGEREMA HIGH SCHOOL
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