Ahsan Chowdhury

Leveraging a solid foundation in engineering coupled with a proven track record of leadership, I am poised to elevate organizational success in my next role. Adept at driving innovation, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, and achieving superior results, I am prepared to lead high-performing teams toward unparalleled excellence to build healthy, vibrant, and safe communities throughout Nova Scotia. With extensive experience of 25 year as a Professional Engineer with a focus on risk-based strategy for critical infrastructure, maintenance and management, research and development, project management, contract administration, design and construction, organizational development and financial management, and occupational health and safety.

EDUCATION

• Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Concordia University, Montreal, Canada

Year of Graduation: 2009

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Khulna University of Engineering & Technology, Bangladesh

Year of Graduation: 1998

• Technical Leadership Certification

Oxford University, UK

Year of Completion: 2021

As the Chief Engineer, I report directly to the CEO and oversee the long-term health and maintenance of the two Halifax Harbour Bridges (long-span structures), approach roads, approach structures, buildings, and other HHB facilities. I effectively manage human, technical, equipment resources, collaborate with consultants and contractors, and align efforts to meet HHB's objectives for infrastructure health, policy administration, and future expansion needs to ensure safe traffic flow and ongoing development.

• Strategic Planning and Implementation: Developed and executed comprehensive plans for routine preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of infrastructure. 
• Leadership and Team Development: Supervised engineering and maintenance teams, overseeing recruitment, training, and personal development initiatives. Fostered a collaborative environment, resulting in increased team efficiency and cohesion.
• Infrastructure Management and Compliance: Maintained asset inventory with condition ratings for the entire infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Corporate Planning and Project Management: Contributed to corporate plans and managed infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and building modifications. Oversaw the successful completion of multimillion-dollar projects, reducing costs by 20%.
• Facility Equipment Optimization: Improved cost-efficiency and output of diverse facility equipment through strategic and proactive corrective maintenance, repair, and calibration.
• Training and Safety: Administered hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
• Problem Solving and Analysis: Troubleshot conflicting design and development requirements, addressing special material requirements with analytical problem-solving.
• Budget and Objective Analysis: Analyzed system functions, budgets, and objectives, determining necessary changes for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Innovation and Technology Integration: Led the integration of state-of-the-art technologies, resulting in a 30% decrease in project timelines and increased overall operational efficiency.
• Project Leadership and Market Expansion: Oversaw a group of engineers and technical staffs in creating and implementing short and long-term capital investment plan, aligning with the strategic objectives of the organization. Proactive planning approach saved more than 20% of maintenance budget.
• Stakeholder Relations: Cultivated enduring connections with pivotal stakeholders, ensuring alignment between technical, economical and business goals.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Concordia University, Montreal, Canada

Year of Graduation: 2010