Javed Nawabi

Construction Project Manager with over 6 years of progressive experience delivering commercial, government, healthcare, and data center construction projects across the United States, Middle East, and Asia. Proven track record managing projects exceeding $37M in value while consistently meeting schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives. Highly skilled in subcontractor coordination, contract administration, cost control, scheduling, QA/QC, and stakeholder management.

PMP-certified and Class A Contractor with deep knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), OSHA standards, and public-sector procurement environments.

Construction Project Manager - Ariana Construction & Remodeling LLC - Virginia, USA

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

Managed full lifecycle delivery of residential and commercial construction projects up to $3.2M from preconstruction planning through closeout.

• Developed and maintained detailed construction schedules, coordinated subcontractors, and monitored daily site activities to ensure adherence to milestones.
• Led procurement activities including subcontractor selection, material purchasing, and vendor coordination.
• Enforced strict compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards through regular inspections and site audits.
• Proactively resolved design, scope, and site issues to minimize delays, cost overruns, and rework.
• Maintained regular communication with owners, consultants, and inspectors, providing progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
• Delivered multiple projects ahead of schedule and under budget, resulting in repeat business and strong client satisfaction.

Construction Contract Management Specialist - Washington, DC Government – Department of General Services (DGS) - Washington, DC, USA

(2021-08 - 2022-12)

Supported procurement and contract administration for hundreds of government construction and renovation projects. FY 2022 Portfolio: $14B.

• Prepared, issued, and managed RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs in full compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Conducted bid evaluations, cost and price analyses, and assisted with contract awards.
• Performed cradle-to-grave acquisition management including planning, solicitation, evaluation, award, and administration.
• Led contract negotiations, change management, and risk analysis for large-scale public-sector projects.
• Coordinated with contractors to ensure schedule compliance, and timely project delivery.
• Monitored contractor performance and resolved contractual issues to protect government interests.

Assistant Project Manager - Barak Durani Construction Company - United Arab Emirates

(2019-02 - 2021-08)

Assisted Project Manager in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and procurement activities for a major healthcare facility. Project: 50-Bed Al Habib Hospital | $37.5M.

• Coordinated subcontractors, consultants, and site engineers to support daily construction operations.
• Tracked construction progress, reviewed schedules, and reported status to senior management.
• Supported quality control inspections and ensured compliance with project specifications.
• Assisted with safety oversight, ensuring adherence to local safety regulations and best practices.
• Maintained communication with stakeholders to align expectations and resolve issues.

Project Superintendent - United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2016-07 - 2019-01)

Supervised on-site construction activities across multiple facilities including administrative buildings, warehouses, truck maintenance facilities, and a data center. World Bank–Funded Projects | $50M.

• Enforced safety standards and conducted routine inspections to ensure a safe work environment.
• Coordinated with project managers, engineers, and contractors to implement approved project plans.
• Monitored scope, cost, schedule, and quality performance against established milestones.
• Ensured all deliverables met defined quality requirements and donor compliance standards.
• Successfully supervised construction of a data center for the Afghanistan Customs Department.

MBA - Management - Bakhtar University (2015)

BBA - Management - Preston University (2008)

Specialization - Construction Management - Columbia University (2022)