Kamal Metlej
Arizona State University (ASU)
Lebanon
Hi, I'm Kamal Metlej!
Assistant Project Manager, Internship Program at 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.
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Education
Arizona State University (ASU)
Graduated in 2021
Lebanese American University
Graduated in 2018
Experience
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.
Projects
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.
Languages
Arabic
English
French
Skills
Site Management
Lean Management
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
Quality Control and Assurance
Project Planning
Critical Path Scheduling
Primavera Earned Value Management
Primavera Project Delivery Management
BOQ preparation
Project Budget
Quantity Takeoff
Productivity Tracking & Improvement
Productivity Coaching
ABC (Activity Based Costing)
Resource / Workforce Management
Operations Management
Data Analysis
Status Reports
Decision-Making
AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process)
Contract Negotiation
Consulting
AutoCAD Architecture
Etabs
H2O
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