Russul Al-Rawi, P.Eng, Pmp, M.Eng Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

As a Commercial Project Manager for major infrastructure projects, including the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Project, I exercise strong commercial acumen in effectively managing and analyzing project claims and contract variations. I successfully negotiate contract variations that result in significant cost reduction for the project, demonstrating my ability to deliver cost-effective solutions.I proactively mitigate project risks and issues through strategic planning, team collaboration, and displaying a good understanding of the Project Agreement. I provide detailed progress updates to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering transparency and accountability.I apply financial acumen for optimal resource allocation and cost control, ensuring that the project remains within budget and meets financial objectives. I cultivate collaborative relationships with stakeholders and foster teamwork, ensuring that all parties are aligned and working towards a common goal.I play a key role in improving project management processes and methodologies, contributing to the organization's continuous improvement effort. I identify areas for improvement, implement best practices, and ensure that the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In this role, I predominantly manage the procurement and implementation of major infrastructure projects, delivered through alternative models including Public-Private-Partnerships (P3). I typically work through various stages of the project starting from planning and pre-transaction, carried to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) and finally through construction, commissioning and to the final transfer of responsibility to operations.

As a Utility Project Engineer and Technical Adviser for major infrastructure projects, I played a pivotal role in managing various utility stakeholders to minimize risk and ensure technical viability. I was responsible for liaising with multiple project teams and third-party stakeholders to deliver projects that were in full compliance with the Sponsor's requirements. My duties included preparing technical reports and presentations related to utility issues along the project alignment, ensuring viable technical solutions were proposed and implemented. I represented the client at both internal and external meetings, ensuring that the client's interests were well-represented and protected.In addition to my role as a technical adviser, I also completed Reference Concept Designs (RCDs) and responded to Requests for Information (RFIs) from project proponents. I was involved in the complete technical design of municipal infrastructures, where I displayed an extensive knowledge of construction industry standards and best practices, spanning safety regulations, codes, policies, and operations. My experience in writing project proposals and creating schedules was instrumental in ensuring that risks were minimized throughout the project lifecycle. I also played a key role in preparing construction specifications, contract documents, and management plans, ensuring that all aspects of the project were well-documented and managed effectively.

Oakville, On

Oakville

Hamilton

Instructor at the Learning Enrichment Advancement Program (L.E.A.P)

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering And Society