Zohaib Ali. E.I.T M.Eng

Project Manager

Airdrie, Alberta, Canada12 yrs 8 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Over 12 years of experience in Mechanical Construction.
  • PMP certification in process, enhancing project management skills.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams to successful project completions.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Mechanical Construction Project Manager with extensive experience in managing complex projects across Canada.

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Skills

Core Skills

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementEstimating

Other Skills

Project EstimationConstruction EstimatingBudget EstimatingProject EngineeringProject PlanningProject DeliveryConstruction PlanningConstruction SafetyConstruction Site InspectionsEngineeringProcurementConstruction (EPC)Technical ReportsTeamworkFinancial Performance

About

I am a Project Manager at Modern Niagara, a leading mechanical contractor in Canada, with over 12 years of experience in the Mechanical Construction industry. I am an EIT and eligible for PEng with PMP certification in process. My field of expertise is managing multiple projects across Canada for complete Mechanical scopes from start to finish, including various ICI, light-industrial, mid-to-high-rise Commercial and Residential projects. My core competencies include but not limited to Estimation, Stakeholder and Contract Management, Material and Equipment Procurement, Budget Development and tracking including Forecasting to/at completion, Design coordination and Change order and Subcontractor Management , Commissioning and QA/QC. I use various software tools, such as Autobid Trimble, Enterprise, PABLO, SAP, and Procore as part of my routine practice. I also provide leadership to a diverse team of field technical employees and subcontractors, ensuring safety, innovation, and performance. My mission is to deliver the best and most appropriate design solutions for my clients, while meeting and exceeding their expectations.

Experience

12 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 9 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Jdc mechanical ltd.

Senior Project Manager and Estimator

Nov 2025Present · 6 mos · Calgary, Alberta, Canada · Hybrid

Project EstimationConstruction EstimatingBudget EstimatingProject EngineeringProject ManagementProject Planning+8

Modern niagara

Project Manager

Feb 2022Nov 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Led end-to-end execution of multiple mechanical projects across Alberta, overseeing all phases from design through commissioning, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and client satisfaction.
  • Directed project planning across lifecycle phases including procurement, subcontractor buyouts, value engineering, scheduling, equipment selection, labor planning, and financial forecasting.
  • Delivered consistent profitability by managing budgets, controlling costs, and presenting monthly financial forecasts with accurate cost-to-date tracking and at-completion projections.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop optimal mechanical design solutions aligned with project goals, regulatory requirements, and budget constraints.
  • Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, perform safety inspections, and resolve technical and contractual issues, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Proactively identified and mitigated project risks, implementing corrective actions to address critical issues and maintain project momentum.
  • Managed scope changes efficiently, ensuring timely documentation, approval, and integration into project plans to avoid delays and cost overruns.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration between engineering, construction, and client stakeholders to achieve project milestones and strategic objectives.
Technical ReportsTeamworkFinancial PerformanceProject Estimationplanning and budgetCommunication+22

Plan group inc.

Project Manager

May 2018Feb 2022 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Vaughan, Ontario, Canada · On-site

  • Directed full mechanical scope delivery—including HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, insulation, firestopping, balancing, and controls—for a 26-story high-rise in downtown Toronto.
  • Led mechanical design coordination, ensuring alignment with architectural intent, engineering standards, and constructability best practices.
  • Oversaw procurement strategy and contract finalization for major equipment, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with technical and commercial requirements.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to optimize project schedules and manpower planning, maintaining progress within budget and ahead of critical milestones.
  • Interpreted contract documents and technical drawings to guide execution, ensuring scope alignment and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Enhanced site productivity by removing operational bottlenecks and supporting field teams with timely decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration with consultants, trades, and stakeholders to manage scope changes, resolve design conflicts, and optimize installation sequencing.
  • Developed site logistics and material handling strategies in partnership with site supervision, enabling efficient, safe, and cost-effective construction execution.
Technical ReportsTeamworkFinancial PerformanceCommunicationConstruction PlanningResolving Issues+21

Nuenergy systems inc.

Mechanical Estimator / Coordinator

Sep 2015Apr 2018 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Led mechanical estimating for commercial, residential, and public-sector projects, including design-build and value-engineered scopes across Western Canada.
  • Interpreted contracts, specifications, and drawings to ensure accurate, code-compliant, and complete bid submissions.
  • Supported early-stage design development by providing cost analysis, constructability input, and value engineering recommendations.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships through strategic outreach, industry events, and pre-construction collaboration.
  • Proficient in Trimble AutoBid Mechanical, delivering precise quantity take-offs and scope breakdowns.
  • Evaluated vendor and subcontractor quotes for compliance, competitiveness, and alignment with project requirements.
  • Identified and resolved scope gaps through coordination with clients, consultants, and suppliers to mitigate risk and ensure bid integrity.
  • Managed pre- and post-tender processes including addenda, change orders, and site instructions throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared comprehensive bid packages with clearly defined inclusions, exclusions, and commercial terms.
TeamworkCommunicationConstruction PlanningResolving IssuesSchedulingProject Reviews+6

Leader mechanical contracting ltd.

2 roles

Estimator / Project Manager

Jun 2014Sep 2015 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Estimated and secured over $20M in Mechanical construction projects across Western Canada, partnering with major clients including EllisDon, PCL, Cenovus, and Chandos.
  • Delivered diverse projects—mid-rise condos, senior housing, healthcare, restaurants, and tenant improvements—on time and within budget, achieving strong profitability.
  • Interpreted bid documents and performed precise take-offs for plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems.
  • Led project kickoff and coordination meetings to align deliveries, manage subcontractors, and ensure smooth execution.
  • Conducted weekly site reviews with operations and HSE teams to track progress and uphold safety standards.
TeamworkCommunicationConstruction PlanningResolving IssuesSchedulingContract Management+7

Mechanical Estimator , EIT

Dec 2013Sep 2015 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Accurately estimating new constructions as a mechanical estimator based on mechanical scope of work; Plumbing and HVAC.
  • Secured multi-million dollar projects across Western Canada and opened doors for new opportunities and prospects.
  • Establish and restrengthen relationships with suppliers/ manufacturers, clients and performing other sales activities as necessary.
  • Attend courses and seminars at Edmonton Construction Association and ASHRAE to better understand the construction documents and keeping updated with latest technologies, as a Mechanical Engineer.

Atelka

Sales Representative

Nov 2012Nov 2013 · 1 yr · Montreal, Canada Area

  • Retained the top seller position for 8 consecutive months by reaching maximum sales target in acquiring Rogers customers’ satisfaction though active listening, relevant rebuttals and convincing soft skills.
  • Trained and assisted a team of 20 new agents and set new collective sales record
  • Proposed a restructured telephonic script for the term renewal campaign, in a way that its more exciting and convincing to the customers, got it approved and improved sales by 200%

Concordia university

TEACHING ASSISTANT ( Theory of Machines )

Dec 2010Apr 2012 · 1 yr 4 mos · Montreal, Canada Area

  • Department of Mechanical Engineering, Concordia University, Montreal, QC
  • Conducted lab sessions for theory of machines course without direct instructor supervision.
  • Assisted students with individual questions and awarded grades to 20+ students batch.
  • Taught and developed lesson based on mechanical vibrations, static/dynamic balancing and frictional analysis for various experiments; Giving real life applications and practical examples
Communication

Abdel hadi a. al-qahtani & sons

Project/ Sales Engineer

Apr 2008Apr 2010 · 2 yrs · Dammam KSA

  • Providing Sales and support to clients like Saudi Aramco, Saudi Electric company and others
  • Submitting tenders and winning bids against competition based on completeness, adherence to plan and specification and track record of providing excellent customer services to major clients.
  • Prepared an effective maintenance schedule for waste water treatment plant which resulted in winning maintenance contract.
  • Attended seminars and exhibitions to demonstrate our products and equipment to local and international clients and secured new projects and collaborations.

Pakistan international airlines

INTERN

May 2006Aug 2006 · 3 mos · KARACHI

  • Assisted in performing maintenance and testing of the turbine blades, rudders, flaps, gas turbine engines and CNC machines, with a team of professional engineers, for the Boeing 747,737,777LR and Airbus A300
  • Performed testing of various landing gear retract mechanism with a team of Ground Engineers
  • Assisted the team of Engineers in the Engine Overhaul Shop under the supervision of a floor in charge
  • Submitted a detailed report and received appreciation in the form of an acknowledgement letter from the PIA
  • Assisted team of Engineers and prepared Safety rules and procedures at the Engine Overhaul Shop
  • Tested and serviced various landing gear retract mechanism units with a team of ground Engineers
Technical Sales

Education

Concordia University

Master of Engineering — Mechanical; Materials and Composites

Jan 2012Present

NED University of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor's degree — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2004Jan 2008

DJ Sindh Govt Science College

Higher Secondary — Engineering

Jan 2001Jan 2003

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