
Kamal Metlej
Arizona State University (ASU)
Líbano
¡Hola, soy Kamal Metlej!
Assistant Project Manager, Internship Program en Extra Dimensions 1398 Pty Ltd
I am a Professional Construction Manager experienced in managing construction projects in alignment with PMI (Project Management Institute) and LCI (Lean Construction Institute) Best Practices. • Construction project management experience based on PMBOK standards, methods, and processes. • Lean construction adoption & implementation experience • Productivity improvement & process optimization experience Based on my keen interest in transforming theoretical knowledge into real practices and implementation plans, I applied various methodologies I acquired throughout my previous job as a construction manager to end up with meaningful results that could be summarized in terms of craft labor productivity increase (24%), Waste reduction (21%), delivery projects ahead of the project deadline, and under budget. I am in the process of establishing my startup specialized in supporting entrepreneurs to lean their life & business processes. I received my Bachelor's degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the Lebanese American University and my Master of Science degree in Construction Management & Technology from Arizona State University.
Experiencia
Extra Dimensions 1398 Pty Ltd
Assistant Project Manager, Internship Program
November 2021 - January 2022
Prepared project management tender documents to apply for infrastructure projects (Chambers construction, upgrade, and renewal of sewer pipelines) including Project Program, Risk Management Plan, P6 Project Schedule & Cost monitoring system.
Sky Architecture
Construction Manager
January 2019 - December 2019
Earned fast track promotion to Construction Manager based on strong performance in process optimization, productivity improvement, and quality management; Responsible for delivering Mejdlaya 43 Residential Project (252 apartments). Managed construction operations, Monitored & controlled budget & schedule, Ensured contractors’ adherence to contract documents.
Certificaciones y Distintivos
No se agregó certificaciones o distintivos
Proyectos
Exploratory Study on Lean Construction, MS Thesis
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WB84GUeGmPvUKdPIkLzlY12IgZIcUORU/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
• Developed an Exploratory & Analytical study of Lean Construction & Implementation Methodology for new adopters,
• Established an analytical study of Lean Construction implementation by the Lebanese Construction Industry.
Project Quality Management (PQM) Training Module
•https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1W4yzM2RZVmbrXzo3Ec7E_B_5XzDheJwC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111211123777776789985&rtpof=true&sd=trueGraduate Student
Developed a Project Quality Management (PQM) Training Module for Evergreen Construction Company That involves:
• Discussion of Worldwide Project Quality Management Process Model & Associated Tools, and
• Elaboration on the main Attributes of a Project Quality Management System.
Global Organization Consulting Project of Hi-Tek Turkey Startup Project
•https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1W4Xb5kry4_e98arvNaweQurXI5F-sKpE/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111211123777776789985&rtpof=true&sd=trueGraduate Student
• Elaborated “Professional Education & Skills Development” Startup idea to fill institutional voids in the labor market,
• Developed a consulting project wireframe that involved (1) Analysis of the economic context, (2) Development of the Hi-Tek Turkey Business Model, (3) Elaboration on the Startup implementation pathway.
Constructability Best Practice – Implementation Roadmap
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hVFDSs32huRW6zljV3-s96jGFxq4VofM/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
Developed a detailed implementation plan of the Constructability Program, a CII Best Practice, at the project level based on the knowledge acquainted throughout the Construction Industry (CII) Best Practices Course.
Horizontal Directional Drilling Technology Study, Analysis and Project Design
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WMvtKfibAOBrAhOUlgY26aP5FJtMCH9k/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
• Carried out a Research paper that discusses various aspects of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
• Analyzed the Houston Ship Channel Project (18" steel gas pipeline, total distance of 3.8 Km)
• Developed a detailed project plan to install a 12" sewer line to avoid sewer effluent disposal in Awik River.
Construction Operations Study, Mejdlaya 43 Project
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eXj4O7pAFU8bJY0lRhSSTUI3bHa9-xW8/view?usp=sharingConstruction Manager
• Established an analytical study of the construction operations performed on MEJDLAYA 43 Project.
• Formulated an implementable comprehensive plan to optimize onsite productivity and safety culture.
Partial & Total Factor Productivity in the Construction Industry
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fcr4CBxqKMwMkx5-gu7pZQGPANuDvDhG/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
Discussed measurement, analytical, and improvement methodologies for partial productivity besides an analysis of the responsible factors for the decline in the total factor productivity in the form of a Literature review.
Leadership Competencies, Graduate Research Paper
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/13amrhetHBvdGUaxgN1ca6dKVFjr_Bxqz/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
Discussed the 14 competencies presented in the Meta-Tool "Project Manager Competency Selection Tool", and the sequence in which project managers should acquire them along their leadership progression paths.
Empathy, As an Asset, Leadership Literature Review Paper
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WIHJLVBO8rv6OvbUbPKZY-RJeoEui-Zo/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
Discussed Empathy as an asset Project Leaders must acquire for effective subordinate coaching and motivation.
Project Management Methodologies & Efficiency Measurements
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T8xVOhc0_3k2BML30HFNzyj2dIvrErRz/view?usp=sharingConstruction Manager
Designed and executed the implementation of a set of PMI methodologies, tools, and techniques in the form of a remedial plan to enhance the management efficiency of the MEJ-43 Project (37,000 m2, $ 2 million).
Project Manager’s (PM) Handbook
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LOHh8ppninPbCA3SdizGoLLk6zNa773p/view?usp=sharingGraduate Student
• Elaborated handbook tool for PM (98 pages) to identify required bid documents for projects up to $ 1billion
• Developed PM Checklist (AIA 201 & APS Master Specs-based), Work Authorization, RFP, and LCCA.
Project Scheduling & Budgeting
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lsW85QfP76r6Cz2EhL6uhSyryBGM_qMc/view?usp=sharingUndergrad
• Conceptualized Primavera P6 Model of Aluminum manufacture, estimated and allocated resources, and developed project schedule & budget baselines.
• Developed detailed cost estimation of a 10-Stories Building project.
"Dam & Farez" Residential Project, Capstone Design Project
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DSlRHrhzxc24vwgb4bn3lSrsISDBtJYm/view?usp=sharingUndergrad
Established the structural engineering design of a 13-stories residential building using Safe and Etabs software.
Idiomas
Árabe
Inglés
Francés
Habilidades
Data Analysis
Project Planning
Consulting
Quality Control and Assurance
AutoCAD Architecture
Lean Management
Resource / Workforce Management
Etabs
Quantity Takeoff
Decision-Making
Operations Management
Primavera Project Delivery Management
H2O
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
Site Management
BOQ preparation
Contract Negotiation
Primavera Earned Value Management
ABC (Activity Based Costing)
Productivity Tracking & Improvement
Critical Path Scheduling
Project Budget
Productivity Coaching
Status Reports
AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process)
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