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Shamil Yahya

Surveyor/Survey Engineer/Topographer
Baku
Shamil Yahya

Summary

Surveyor with over 19 years of experience actively involved in numerous construction and engineering projects. Led critical surveying efforts for civil projects, ensuring precision in land measurement, topographical data acquisition, and site analysis, resulting in streamlined timelines and cost savings. Supervised surveying teams in a pivotal role for a high-stakes oil refinery project, optimizing layouts and surpassing safety and quality benchmarks. Demonstrated senior-level surveyor proficiency in a complex gas export pipeline venture, managing geospatial data and implementing innovative techniques for successful project completion. Mentored and guided junior surveying professionals, fostering continuous learning and skill development within the team.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
2
Certifications
5
Languages

Work History

Maire Tecnimont

Site Surveyor (Topographer)
12.2021 - 06.2023

Job overview

HAOR - Oil Refinery Modernization Project (Greenfield)

  • Conducted comprehensive site surveys, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
  • Regularly updated plot plans to reflect project changes and modifications.
  • Performed precise as-built surveys, contributing to project documentation and accuracy.
  • Assisted Construction Manager in executing field surveys and maintaining survey control networks.
  • Utilized advanced techniques for underground utilities detection, enhancing project safety.
  • Reviewed and approved survey-related technical documents, including Method of Statements.
  • Supervised survey teams, ensuring efficient and accurate survey operations.
  • Proficiently used AutoCAD for data visualization and documentation.
  • Maintained effective communication with clients and contractors, facilitating project coordination.
  • Complied with ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) and Request for Inspections (RFIs) to meet project requirements.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with other departments to achieve project goals.
  • Enforced company HSE standards and rules, promoting safe work environment.
  • Contributed to successful implementation of project quality program, maintaining project excellence.

Tecnicas Reunidas

Site/Plant Surveyor
10.2020 - 11.2021

Job overview

HAOR - Oil Refinery Modernization Project (Brownfield - Revamp)

  • Conducted site surveys, control surveys, and topographical surveys to support project planning and execution.
  • Utilized Digital Terrain Models (DTMs) to enhance project design and construction accuracy.
  • Reviewed and approved survey-related technical documents and Method of Statement submissions.
  • Provided supervision for survey works, ensuring precision and adherence to project specifications.
  • Proficiently used BricsCAD and NavisWorks for survey data management and project coordination.
  • Maintained effective communication with client, addressing inquiries and updates promptly.
  • Enforced compliance with Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and performed on-site inspections to guarantee quality standards.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with other departments, fostering accurate data integration and project alignment.
  • Prioritized and enforced HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) protocols to maintain safe working environment.

Maire Tecnimont

Survey Engineer
03.2019 - 10.2020

Job overview

HAOR - Oil Refinery Modernization Project (Greenfield)


  • Conducted topographical surveys to gather precise site data.
  • Regularly updated plot plans to reflect project changes and modifications.
  • Performed detailed as-built surveys to maintain accurate project documentation.
  • Assisted the Construction Manager in field surveys, ensuring data accuracy.
  • Checked and established survey control networks to support project requirements.
  • Utilized advanced techniques for detecting underground utilities, enhancing safety.
  • Reviewed and approved survey-related technical documents, including Method of Statements.
  • Supervised survey teams to ensure efficient and accurate survey operations.
  • Proficiently used AutoCAD for data visualization and documentation.
  • Maintained effective communication with clients and contractors to coordinate project activities.
  • Adhered to ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) and Request for Inspections (RFIs) for quality assurance.
  • Conducted on-site inspections to verify compliance with project specifications.
  • Collaborated with various departments to achieve project objectives.
  • Implemented company HSE standards and rules to promote a safe work environment.
  • Contributed to the successful implementation of the project quality program, ensuring project excellence.

Proyapı Engineering And Consultancy Inc.

Senior Highway Survey Engineer
09.2018 - 03.2019

Job overview

Toll Highway Construction Project


  • Conducted topographical, boundary, and as-built surveys, ensuring precise site data collection.
  • Assisted the Survey Manager in executing field surveys, adhering to established procedures.
  • Operated survey instruments with precision and accuracy, following survey protocols.
  • Responsible for accurately laying out construction work and recording field data per job specifications.
  • Performed Calibration Baseline checks of survey instruments to maintain accuracy.
  • Checked and established survey control networks to support project requirements.
  • Supervised the preparation of survey CAD drawings, including Digital Terrain Models (DTM) and volume computations.
  • Reviewed and approved survey-related technical documents to meet project standards.
  • Proficiently used NetCAD for data visualization and documentation.
  • Maintained effective communication with clients and contractors, ensuring project coordination.
  • Conducted on-site inspections to verify compliance with project specifications.
  • Contributed to the successful implementation of the project quality program, maintaining project excellence.

Saipem-Azfen JV

Surveyor
10.2015 - 08.2018

Job overview

SCPX - South Caucasus Pipeline Expansion Project (BP Project)


  • Conducted topographical surveys to assess project terrain and gather essential data for pipeline construction.
  • Established and maintained new GPS networks and horizontal and vertical control points to ensure accurate measurements and alignment.
  • Executed route surveys and pipeline alignment assessments, optimizing construction plans and minimizing environmental impact.
  • Managed staking/marking and facilities layout, including Right of Way, pipeline centerline, valve stations, Thrust Boring activities, HDD activities, and topsoil replacement.
  • Conducted as-built surveys to document project progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Utilized Utility Locator and GPR to detect underground services, enhancing safety and preventing disruptions.
  • Performed boundary surveys to define property lines and project boundaries accurately.
  • Completed field surveys in alignment with project requirements and delivered results in compliance with company/client guidelines.
  • Adhered to the highest quality standards and health and safety policies and procedures set by the company.
  • Collaborated with engineers to address project design challenges and conducted basic design calculations as needed.
  • Maintained records of survey information, including field books, sketches, and calculations.
  • Conducted Calibration Baseline checks of survey instruments to ensure measurement accuracy.
  • Prepared survey CAD drawings, including Digital Terrain Models (DTM), to aid in project planning and execution.
  • Liaised with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to coordinate survey work and ensure project success.
  • Participated in site visits and contributed to punch-list closing, ensuring project completion to the highest standards.

NTPI TI CSJC

Head of Engineering Survey Department
05.2011 - 01.2017

Job overview

Various Civil Engineering and Design Projects (Integrated Engineering Surveys)


  • Oversaw the Engineering Survey Department, managing a team of 70 professionals.
  • Demonstrated expertise in field survey methods and calculations, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
  • Ensured compliance with local survey laws, rules, and regulations, maintaining a high level of legal and ethical standards.
  • Proficient in CAD standards and relevant software programs, streamlining survey processes and enhancing project precision.
  • Effectively planned and coordinated work for office staff, optimizing efficiency and ensuring high-quality project deliverables.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of projects, including urban development, infrastructure, airport, roads, and bridges, guaranteeing compliance with project requirements.
  • Assisted the Director in staff scheduling and project need determination, ensuring resources were allocated efficiently.
  • Oversaw project scheduling, budgets, and billing, maintaining financial transparency and on-time project delivery.
  • Communicated regular progress and status reports on project deliverables to all project stakeholders and the management team.
  • Executed all health and safety duties as identified in the company's safety procedures, prioritizing the well-being of team members.
  • Managed document control, ensuring efficient documentation and adherence to relevant regulations and legislation.
  • Successfully optimized resources, achieved project goals, and maintained financial transparency throughout projects.
  • Enforced contract compliance and coordinated with teams and stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Actively participated in the hiring process, conducting interviews, evaluating candidates, and building a highly skilled and cohesive team.

MDS-Group CSJC

Deputy Survey Manager
08.2010 - 05.2011

Job overview

  • Supported Corporate Survey with field and office operations at Central Office and multiple construction projects.
  • Provided Construction Survey support to Field Engineering and Field Supervision teams.
  • Demonstrated expertise in field survey methods and calculations.
  • Ensured compliance with local survey laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Proficient in CAD standards and relevant software programs.
  • Reviewed files from field as-built and staking surveys before inclusion in quantity reports for the Technical office.
  • Collaborated with project superintendents, project managers, and other stakeholders to coordinate findings.
  • Utilized survey instruments in accordance with Company survey procedures.
  • Assisted Survey Manager in staff scheduling and project needs determination.
  • Managed document control, ensuring efficient documentation and adherence to regulations and legislation.
  • Ensured contract compliance and facilitated coordination with cross-functional teams for project success.

Aerodromdorstroy CSJC

Survey Team Leader
04.2007 - 08.2010

Job overview

Multiple Civil Construction Projects (Highways, Roads, Bridges, Airports, Urban Development, Underground Utilities)


  • Conducted survey activities on a diverse range of construction projects, including Highways, Airports, Bridges, Urban Developments, Infrastructure, and Residential Building Construction projects.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in field survey methods and calculations, ensuring accurate measurements and data collection.
  • Utilized CAD standards and relevant software programs for precise documentation and drafting.
  • Applied principles and practices of land surveying to support construction and topographic surveying requirements.
  • Assisted field staff with the seamless uploading and downloading of construction survey files.
  • Managed design files critical to construction staking activities for field staff.
  • Oversaw the establishment, verification, and maintenance of the project's survey control network, ensuring precision in all survey work.
  • Supervised the accurate layout of construction work, maintained field data records per job specifications, and ensured the correct survey procedures.
  • Administered the survey work request program to streamline surveying processes.
  • Supervised and performed instrument calibration, maintaining accuracy in survey instruments.
  • Conducted checks of survey computations as necessary to guarantee precision.
  • Prepared survey CAD drawings, including Digital Terrain Models (DTM) and volume computations.
  • Employed survey instruments in strict accordance with company survey procedures.

Aerodromdorstroy CSJC

Surveyor
07.2004 - 04.2007

Job overview

  • Conducted land/field surveys and geodetic calculations for various construction projects, including residential areas, roads, bridges, railways, airports, aqueducts, sewage systems, pipelines, and power grids.
  • Maintained meticulous As-Built records to document project progress and changes.
  • Ensured precise measurement and alignment of construction elements, adhering to project specifications.
  • Calculated volumes of material stockpiles, supporting efficient resource management.
  • Operated and maintained survey instruments, including Total Station, level, and GPS equipment, ensuring their accuracy and reliability.
  • Proficiently read and interpreted survey notes, sketches, maps, deeds, as-builts, construction plans, drawings, and records.
  • Utilized appropriate survey equipment for each project's unique requirements.
  • Recorded comprehensive survey field notes, sketches, and other written records daily to document project data.
  • Conducted QA/QC procedures to verify data compliance with project specifications and requirements.
  • Prioritized safety by strictly following all applicable safety procedures and protocols.
  • Performed property surveys, topographic surveys, mapping, and construction stakeouts as needed.
  • Oversaw the preparation of survey CAD drawings, including Digital Terrain Models (DTM) and volume computations.
  • Collaborated with engineers and the construction team to provide essential survey data for project design and execution.

Education

Tyumen State University of Architecture And Civil
Russia

Bachelor of Science from Civil Engineering
09.1999 - 2004.06

University Overview

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering with Specialty in Highway and Airport Construction and Engineering.

Skills

    Collaboration

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Accomplishments

    LETTER OF APPRECIATION, 2013

    For proposing of new ideas during construction


    LETTER OF APPRECIATION, 2013

    For completing project scope on time


    LETTER OF APPRECIATION, 2009

    For the positive contribution to the project


    LETTER OF APPRECIATION, 2008

    For the positive contribution to the project

Certification

PERGAM ENGINEERING, Effective work with Radiodetection RD8000 Cable and Pipe Locator

Interests

I have a passion for exploring diverse cuisines, traveling to new destinations, following football matches, shredding down snowy slopes on a snowboard, immersing myself in various music genres, enjoying a wide range of films, and staying updated on the latest developments in the world of cars.

Timeline

Site Surveyor (Topographer)

Maire Tecnimont
12.2021 - 06.2023

Site/Plant Surveyor

Tecnicas Reunidas
10.2020 - 11.2021

Survey Engineer

Maire Tecnimont
03.2019 - 10.2020

Senior Highway Survey Engineer

Proyapı Engineering And Consultancy Inc.
09.2018 - 03.2019

PERGAM ENGINEERING, Effective work with Ground Penetrating Radar RD1000+

07-2016

PERGAM ENGINEERING, Effective work with Radiodetection RD8000 Cable and Pipe Locator

12-2015

Surveyor

Saipem-Azfen JV
10.2015 - 08.2018

Head of Engineering Survey Department

NTPI TI CSJC
05.2011 - 01.2017

Deputy Survey Manager

MDS-Group CSJC
08.2010 - 05.2011

Survey Team Leader

Aerodromdorstroy CSJC
04.2007 - 08.2010

Surveyor

Aerodromdorstroy CSJC
07.2004 - 04.2007

Tyumen State University of Architecture And Civil

Bachelor of Science from Civil Engineering
09.1999 - 2004.06
Shamil YahyaSurveyor/Survey Engineer/Topographer