FARZIN GANJABADI

I am a systematic, organized, hardworking, and dedicated consultant with an analytical bent of mind. I have over 15 years of experience and expertise in Civil Engineering spanning across residential, infrastructure and commercial projects. I have a very successful and proven track record at handling multiple roles and massive projects without any delays. I am highly collaborative and have a knack for building productive relationships with peers, colleagues, and management, allowing me to function smoothly. I possess the capability to perform exceptionally well in teams as well as by myself, and I thrive in fast-paced business environments.

I have consistently proven my ability to handle operational and strategic levels of multiple responsibilities in crisis and pressure while operating under rigorous deadlines. I have an innate sense of task prioritization, managerial aptitude, and a result-oriented attitude towards accelerating organizational growth in high pressure and time-bound environment. My unique approach is to help businesses be more efficient and provide a better service to the customers, thereby meeting the expectations of potential clients.

Site Supervisor, Struct-Con, Toronto                                                                                     Feb 2023- Present 

• Supervised, Coordinated, and scheduled the daily activities of multiple crews and subcontractors (over 45 people included different trades).
• Drove a culture of safety excellence, ensuring a secure work environment for all personnel and partners.
• Delivered safety training and guidance through regular meetings and inspections, ensured team members are equipped to work safely.
• Embedded safety into every activity, collaborated on safe work plans, risk assessment, and RFLAs, and guidance crew members to adopt best practices.
• Monitored and reported on key performance indicators, resource utilization, and customer/employee satisfaction, to the General Superintendent/Manager.
• Managed the job site, ensuring that Construction Supervisors adhered to assigned tasks, project protocols, and company guidelines.
• Oversaw the procurement and logistics of equipment and materials to ensure timely and cost-effective production.
• Collaborated with quality staff/consultants to schedule and conduct thorough inspections and site visits for designated projects.
• Attended biweekly meetings to provide a summary of project's activities and achievements from the previous two weeks to designated stakeholders and keeping the consultant representative, CoT PM, and stakeholders well-informed and up to date.
• Outlined production strategies to crew members and determined the most effective crew configurations for project execution.
• Chronicled daily fieldwork and contributed technical guidance to pinpoint and addressed design problems.
• Robust dedication to enforcing and advocating for OSHA standards and project-specific safety guidelines.
• Reviewed and interpreted project requirements to ensure accurate job set up and preparation.
• Created and implemented construction strategies, coordinated material and equipment needs, and developed timelines for civil works.
• Analyzed and discussed daily work schedules and production outputs with field engineers and the general superintendents/Manager, and revised the monthly schedule as needed.
• Motivated and guided crews to attain high standards of quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Played a key role in shaping the construction project's scope, timeline, and budget.
• Adhered to project plans and budgets, ensuring forepersons and crews deliver high-performance results.
• Grasped project scope and sequencing assisted forepersons in planning and prioritizing tasks, and efficiently deployed crews and equipment to maximize productivity and reduced site idle time.
• Led forepersons in optimizing productivity, monitored work quality, and partnered with crews to tackle challenges and enhanced performance.

Site Supervisor, A&D Homes, Toronto                                                                                    July 2021- Feb 2023

• Supervised, Coordinated, and scheduled the daily activities of construction tradespeople (over 30 people included different trades).
• Coordinated work activities with subcontractors.
• Established methods to meet work schedules and coordinated work activities with other departments/managers.
• Resolved work problems and recommended measures to improve productivity and product quality.
• Estimated labour and material requirements and ordered materials and supplies to conform to project schedule.
• Trained or arranged for the training of workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies.
• Ensured standards for safe working and health conditions are observed and reported any issues.
• Recommended personal actions such as hirings and promotions.
• Prepared schedules, work progress and other reports and managed changes to schedule also cost effectively and reported on same.
• Deal with City inspectors and Ministry of Labour.
• Supervised, coordinated, and scheduled the activities of related apprentices, helpers, and labourers.

Assistant Superintendent/Site Supervisor, Cyan, Toronto.                                          Dec 2017- May 2021

• Verified contract documents and blueprints for accuracy ahead of internal and external distribution.
• Assisted project manager with monthly progress invoices, reported monthly accruals and reviewed and approved supplier and contractor invoices.
• Scheduled subcontractors and developed criteria needed for subcontractor assignments.
• Directed liaison with customers, consultants and owners. Ensured that client satisfaction was achieved.
• Assisted the project manager on ensuring safety and legislative requirements are completed ahead of construction.
• Monitored compliance with company and site safety programs, documents and ensured corrective measures are implemented.
• Determined the method of construction, materials quantities, equipment, work schedule and documentation of work hours.
• Conducted site supervision and troubleshooting investigations as required.
• Hired, trained and monitored field personnel, in conjunction with the General Superintendent.

 Project Manager, Rhyton                                                                                             Feb 2011 - Oct 2017

 Site Supervisor, Technic- U.A.E, Iran                                                                         Mar 2005 - Jan 2011

 Junior project coordinator & Site Civil Engineer, Kayson-Iran                             Oct 2001 - Mar 2005 

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering                                                                                                           1997- 2001 

 Azad University (IAU), Iran

Training

Engineering Software Skills Enhancement Program                                                                     May 2019-Sep 2019 

Humber College, ON

Courses include:

• Ontario Building Code (Part 9) 
• AutoCAD & Revit
• Sustainable Building Design
• Construction Estimation & PMP

Recognition of health & safety training                                                                                                        May 2023

Recognition of safety training (Asbestos Work in Construction Hazard Awareness)                   June 2023

Recognition of safety training (Basics of Supervision)                                                                            June 2023