Jahanzaib Alvi

Experienced Civil Engineer/ARE/Quantity Surveyor with 13+ years of diversified experience in construction projects, working with contractors, consultants, and client representatives. Skilled in site supervision, Estimation, QA/QC, and execution of structural and architectural finishing works as per approved drawings and standards. Proficient in reviewing method statements, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical submittals, with strong coordination and reporting abilities.

Well-versed in estimation, quantity take-offs, and AutoCAD, ensuring quality, safety, and timely project delivery.

Sr. Site Inspector/ARE - PROMAG Project Management, Emaar Karachi - Karachi

(2022-01)

43 Floor High-Rise Building Project

• Conduct routine inspection of structural, architectural, and finishing works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor workmanship, materials, and construction procedures to ensure all activities comply with the approved QA/QC plan.
• Review and approve method statements, ensuring proper construction sequence, safety measures, and compliance with project specifications before commencement of work.
• Review and approve technical submittals including material submittals, samples, and product data in coordination with the consultant/design team.
• Review shop drawings and RFI (Request for Information) submissions; provide comments and forward to the designer/consultant for final approval where required.
• Issue Site Instructions (SI), Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), and other relevant site documents to address non-compliance and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Supervise and inspect concrete works, including formwork, steel reinforcement, pouring, curing, and post-tensioning (where applicable).
• Inspect finishing works such as tile fixing, marble installation, false ceiling, woodwork, paint application, and façade works including curtain walls and glazing systems.
• Verify and inspect incoming materials at site against approved submittals and specifications prior to installation.
• Witness mock-ups and sample installations for architectural and finishing works to ensure compliance before bulk execution.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, client representatives, and design teams for inspections, approvals, and smooth workflow.
• Maintain effective communication through official correspondence, including emails, reports, and meeting minutes with client and consultant.
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports, site memos, NCR logs, SORs, and progress tracking records.
• Monitor site progress and highlight delays, quality issues, or risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in snagging and de-snagging inspections prior to project handover and ensure all comments are properly closed.
• Assist Resident Engineer in overall site supervision, reporting, and project coordination activities.

Site Inspector - Javedan Corporation Pvt. Ltd - Karachi

(2017-08 - 2021-12)

Project: Naya Nazimabad Housing Scheme Karachi

• Inspect residential commercial and public buildings to ensure construction complies with local building codes bye-laws zoning regulations and safety standards.
• Conduct onsite inspections at various stages of construction including excavation, foundation, structure, roofing and final finishing.
• Review and compare construction on site with approved architectural and structural drawings.
• Identify violations and issues notices for non-compliance such as stop work orders rectification notices, or penalties in accordance with department policy.
• Provide public guidance to contractor and property owners regarding regulatory requirements and construction best practices.
• Liaise with architectural department environmental department engineering department for integrated inspections and approvals.
• Prepare daily inspection reports maintain photographic evidence record observations and submit summaries to senior officials.
• Detect illegal constructions or alternations and take immediate action under building control laws.
• Conduct final inspections before issuing completion certificate or occupancy certificate.

Site Engineer - AWS Engineering - Karachi

(2016-07 - 2017-08)

Project: DHA Apartment Karachi

• Supervise daily construction activities at site to ensure work is progressing as per the approved drawing and schedule.
• Coordinate and monitor the activities of subcontractors and site labor to maintain productivity and discipline.
• Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly work plans and ensure adherence to timelines.
• Ensure timely availability of construction materials and monitor their proper usage and storage.
• Interpret construction drawings and ensure execution is done as per the latest revisions.
• Conduct routine quality checks and inspection of ongoing work (shuttering, reinforcement, concrete, block work, plaster, finishing etc).
• Take site measurements, record executed quantities, and verify subcontractor bill for work done.
• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs from drawings for civil and architectural works.
• Prepare interim and final payment certificate for subcontractor and clients.
• Maintain record including work progress, inspection request, material submittals and correspondence.

Civil Supervisor - National Logistics Cell (NLC) - Karachi

(2012-08 - 2016-07)

Project: DHA Phase viii E-South Karachi

• Supervise and monitor all site activities including excavation, backfilling, road works, culverts, drainage, and utility ducting.
• Coordinate with site engineers, surveyors, equipment operators, and subcontractors to ensure smooth workflow and timely progress.
• Ensure timely availability of construction materials and machinery at the site.
• Check levels, compaction, reinforcement, shuttering, concrete, asphalt, bedding layers etc., during all stages of infrastructure work.
• Ensure site safety protocols, PPE use, and monitor unsafe practices to prevent accidents.
• Track daily progress and manpower deployment and report to the site engineer or construction manager.
• Support the site engineer in meetings with clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Review and understand construction drawings (civil and utilities) and ensure execution matches design intent.
• Assist in measuring site work for progress payments, subcontractor billing, and material reconciliation.

Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering - Preston University (2014 - 2018)

Diploma of Associate Engineer - Civil - PBTE (2009 - 2012)

Matric - Science - Jamia Millia School (2006 - 2006)