Adil Afridi

Dedicated and Professional Civil Engineer with a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering & Management) and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, with 11 years of experience in the planning, execution, and supervision of dams & hydropower, energy & power-sector, infrastructure/building projects and water resources projects. Proven expertise in project management, construction supervision, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), and team leadership, with a strong commitment to design standards, safety regulations, quality requirements, and project schedules.

Deputy Director (Civil), BPS-18 | Project Management Organization (PMO), KHRE - Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO), Energy & Power Department of Govt.KPK - KPK, Pakistan

(2025-09)

Projects financed by the World Bank:

• Gabral Kalam Hydropower Project (GKHPP), (88 MW) Project Cost: PKR 84.37 Billion) (12% progress)
• Madyan Hydropower Project (MHPP), (216 MW) Project Cost: PKR 185 Billion)
• Batakundi Naran HPP, (236 MW) (Under feasibility Stage) (55% progress)
• Kondia-I HPP, (545 MW) (Under feasibility Stage) (45% progress)
• Kondia-II HPP, (181 MW) (Under feasibility Stage) (25 % progress)
• Middle SPAT-GAH HPP, (174 MW) (Under feasibility Stage) (60 %)
• Supervising projects under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Hydropower & Renewable Energy Development Program (KHRE) funded by the World Bank.
• Conducting weekly meetings with consultants and contractors to identify challenges, bottlenecks, and issues while formulating solutions.
• Engaging in meetings with government officials to brief them on the progress of civil components of hydropower projects.
• Coordinate and liaise with local administration, government authorities, and local communities to facilitate feasibility studies, land-related matters, and field activities, ensuring stakeholder coordination and timely resolution of community and site-related issues.
• Reviewing tender, construction, and shop drawings for Gabral Kalam Hydropower Project (88 MW) & Madyan Hydropower Project (216 MW).
• Preparing technical sanctions and collaborating with various authorities for approval. Facilitating correspondence with the consultants and contractors.
• Tracking and monitoring project schedules, timelines, and milestones.
• Monitoring the daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports submitted by the consultants and contractors.
• Reviewing and processing the Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) from the Consultants and Contractors.

Assistant Resident Engineer Structures & Acting-Resident Engineer Structures - NESPAK (Mohmand Dam Consultant Group) - KPK, Pakistan

(2022-11 - 2025-09)

Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project, 800 MW. Project Cost: PKR 224 Billion | Financed by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED), and Saudi Fund for Development (SFD)

• Oversaw construction supervision and monitoring of structures, including diversion tunnels outlet & inlet structures, dyke walls, upstream coffer dam, powerhouse, and power intake, as per specifications, drawings/design.
• Evaluated construction activities including mass concrete, drilling of holes, grouting and installation of ground anchor bars and wire mesh, pile load test, and piling works ensuring compliance with contract documents.
• Reviewed relevant construction & shop drawings to execute project activities in line with project specifications and standards.
• Ensured compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements and safety measures at work sites, including PPE & safe working platforms.
• Identified and reported unsafe acts and hazards to the HSE teams.
• Reviewed Method Statements and Test Plans for each activity ensuring thorough preparation of daily and monthly progress reports.
• Tracked & controlled project schedules, budgets, and progress milestones.

Executive Engineer (Civil) (BPS-18) (Addl.Charge) - Northern Power Generation Company Ltd (GENCO-III), Federal Ministry: Energy-Power Division - Muzaffargarh, Pakistan

(2021-06 - 2022-10)

• Issued work orders to successful bidders’ post-tender process.
• Initiated, discussed, and finalized criteria for bid solicitation documents for civil works.
• Prepared Request for Proposal (RFP) and Post Qualification Documents (PQD).
• Drafted Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for publication in National Newspapers when bid price exceeded PPRA/KPPRA thresholds.
• Participated in pre-bid meetings with consultants and contractors to address queries and facilitated proposal openings.
• Ensured maintenance of cleanliness and compliance with regulations in the Thermal power station Colony and Powerhouse areas.
• Managed annual repair and maintenance work of the Colony and power house.
• Liaised with stakeholders and contractors to expedite project completion.
• Reviewed cost estimates against drawings and WAPDA designs, presenting them for approvals.
• Monitored overall project financials, including audit responsibilities and clearance processes.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols, fire-fighting equipment, first aid kits, PPE, and welfare facilities.

Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil) (BPS-17) - Northern Power Generation Company Ltd (GENCO-III), Federal Ministry: Energy-Power Division - Muzaffargarh, Pakistan

(2020-10 - 2022-10)

• Supervised work progress to ensure adherence to the annual work program.
• Conducted technical and financial evaluations for various bidding methods (single-stage single envelope, single stage two envelope, QCBS).
• Negotiated and issued letters of award to the successful bidders.
• Reviewed, negotiated, and procured goods as necessary; chaired procurement committee meetings.
• Successfully resolved several grievances raised by bidders.
• Inspected construction works for compliance with WAPDA Standards.
• Checked sites and prepared estimates in alignment with the master plan for residential/non-residential buildings.
• Monitored health and safety compliance measures at the power plant.

Asst. Resident Engineer / Jr. Engineer (Civil) - NESPAK - Pesh, KPK

(2018-04 - 2020-10)

Construction of Flats at Civil Quarters, Phase-II. Project Cost:886 Million & Financed by Provisional Govt.

• Oversaw construction supervision of all works and ensured material quality adhered to specifications.
• Supervised the reinforcement of infrastructure including heavy beams and concrete execution.
• Expedited the work processes against the approved construction schedule through diligent oversight.
• Generated monthly progress reports detailing project advancements.
• Managed quality control & assurance in line with specified drawings and specifications.
• Verified interim payment certificates including final bills, variation orders & any other advances.
• Monitored contractor submissions, technical reports, and letters regarding site-related issues.
• Organized and planned workmanship duties and reviewed subcontractor performance.

Asst. Resident Engineer / Jr. Engineer (Civil) - NESPAK - Swabi, KPK

(2016-05 - 2018-04)

Up-gradation of Bacha Khan Medical Complex. Project Cost:1136 Million & Financed by Provisional Govt.

• Supervised all construction activities at the project site according to Specifications/Standards (Volume-II).
• Monitored construction supervision of mass concrete for raft footings; studied and implemented architectural/structural drawings.
• Compiled project progress reports and documentation.
• Ensured all construction sources received approval from the Material Engineer.
• Verified and checked IPCs ensuring compliance with current MRS.
• Supervised field density tests (FDT) prior to executing lean concrete works.
• Conducted pre-qualification and post-qualification evaluations of contractor’s bids.
• Conferred with C&W department and contractor on contractual matters under FIDIC conditions.
• Engaged site staff regarding construction drawings (Volume-III) and detailed drawings (Volume-IV) to clarify ambiguities.

Project Engineer (Civil) - M/S CEMCON (Pvt.) Limited - Peshawar & Nowshera, KPK

(2016-01 - 2016-04)

Remodeling of Warsak Canal. Project Cost: PKR 1620 Million; 50% Financed by the Provincial Government and 50% by the Federal Government

• Reviewed and interpreted civil drawings, specifications, BOQs, and technical documents.
• Conducted site inspections for excavation, concreting, reinforcement, formwork, embankment, and structural works.
• Approved materials per specifications, ensuring adherence to testing frequencies.
• Coordinated effectively with contractors, consultants, government agencies, and local authorities.
• Prepared Daily Inspection Reports (DIR) and tracked Request for Inspection (RFI) logs.
• Composed QA/QC compliance reports for consultants and clients.
• Monitored project progress against established timelines, milestones, and budgets.
• Supervised the construction of various structures including canals, culverts, intake structures, reservoirs, pipelines, and embankments.

M.Sc - Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering & Management) - Iqra National University, Peshawar (2017)

B.Sc - Civil Engineering - Iqra National University, Peshawar (2015)

F.Sc - Pre-Engineering - Edwardes College, Peshawar (2010)

S.S.C - Science - Frontier Model School Warsak Road, Peshawar (2008)