Burhan Kathiria

Professional Experience in Industrial and Commercial Projects

• Lead structural engineer for diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities, overseeing all phases from conceptual design to construction completion.
• Developed innovative structural solutions that optimized performance, reduced costs, and enhanced sustainability while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Managed project teams, providing technical guidance, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Conducted structural analysis and design using advanced software tools such as STAAD PRO, SAP2000 and ETABS, applying principles of structural dynamics, finite element analysis (FEA), and seismic engineering.
• Led value engineering efforts, identifying cost-saving opportunities and alternative design solutions without compromising structural integrity or safety.
• Prepared comprehensive engineering reports, drawings, and specifications, communicating technical concepts effectively to clients, regulatory authorities, and project teams.
• Managed project budgets and schedules, tracking progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate delays and cost overruns.
• Fostered positive client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness to client needs, and delivery of exceptional engineering services, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

Professional Experience in Fit-Out Projects

• Led structural engineering efforts for numerous fit-out projects, collaborating closely with architects, interior designers, and contractors to deliver high-quality interior spaces that meet client requirements and design intent.
• Conducted structural assessments of existing buildings to determine feasibility and structural integrity for fit-out modifications, providing recommendations for structural enhancements and reinforcements as necessary.
• Developed innovative structural solutions for fit-out projects, incorporating elements such as mezzanines, atriums, staircases, and specialized support systems while ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
• Conducted site surveys and assessments to gather accurate data and information necessary for fitout project planning and design, identifying potential challenges and constraints early in the process.
• Prepared detailed structural drawings, calculations, and specifications tailored to fit-out requirements, coordinating with architectural and MEP disciplines to integrate structural elements seamlessly within the overall design.
• Managed coordination and communication between various project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities, to facilitate smooth project execution and timely resolution of issues.
• Provided technical expertise and guidance to project teams, including junior engineers and drafters, ensuring that structural design requirements were met and project deliverables were completed accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborated with interior designers and other design disciplines to optimize space utilization, minimize structural impact, and enhance aesthetics while maintaining structural integrity and safety.

Key Achievements

• Directed the structural design process for over 200 industrial, commercial, villa & fit out projects, overseeing all stages from concept to the acquisition of building permits from the Abu Dhabi Municipality.
• Built and maintained strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. These efforts culminated in the successful execution of numerous projects to client satisfaction.
• Engaged with various authority engineers and effectively communicated with them to expedite the approval and building permit processes.
• Implemented value engineering initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings to achieve client objectives.

Major Projects Under taken

• Etihad Rail View point @ Mirfa, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• Revamp of Italian Boulevard @ Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial/FIT-OUT)
• GBMT @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Kings Aluminum @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi.(Type :- Industrial)
• Aqua Chemie @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Aqua Tank @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• OHANA @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Masoud Warehouses & factories @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Trans gulf Cement products @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Emircom Data Center, Al Dafra, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial/Commercial)
• ADCOOP @ Khalidiya, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• ADCOOP @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial/Commercial)
• Additions in Jindal Saw, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Jimi Redevelopment, Al Ain (Type :- Commercial)
• Khadija Villa. Abu Dhabi (Type :- Villa)
• Emirates calcium carbonate factory, KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Raha Garden Plaza, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
  Tennis Pedel, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• K-span,Kizad, Abu dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Kraft Liner Paper Mill, KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Sea Breeze, KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Lagoon Villas, Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Villa)
• Rarlon Metal, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Dar sales center, Saadiyat, Abu dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• Cloud Bridge @ Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial/Fit-out)
• Guest House Building @ AD PORTS, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial/Fit-out)
• Rainbow @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• APT@ KEZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• AGSI@ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Ghurair Poultry Farms, KEZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Mubarraz @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducted comprehensive structural analyses using industry-standard software such as STAAD PRO, SAP2000 and ETABS to ensure the structural integrity and safety of various projects..
• Ensured compliance with relevant building codes and standards (e.g., ACI, AISC, ADIBC) throughout the design process, addressing any discrepancies and ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing all phases from conceptualization to construction, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
• Prepared detailed structural calculations & specifications.
• Provided on-site support during construction phases, addressing any structural issues and coordinating with contractors to resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams, including architects, MEP engineers, and contractors, fostering a cohesive working environment to achieve project objectives efficiently.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully completed structural design process for over 150-200 industrial, commercial, villa & fit out projects.
• Learned to work independently without supervision, effectively managing tasks and projects from conception to completion while ensuring adherence to project requirements and deadlines.
• Gained practical insights into site implications for proposed design concepts through collaboration with the execution team. Adjusted design concepts accordingly to ensure alignment with site realities and optimize project feasibility and efficiency.

Major Projects Undertaken:

• Base oil tank farm @ Allianz Shipping Management, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Immigration Building @ Abu Dhabi Ports (Type :- Industrial)
• Equipment supports design @ ADNOC/TAKREER, Ruwais (Type :- Industrial)
• Solidification plant foundation, chimney foundation, Incineration plant & Ancillary building design @ Ramky- Medical & Hazardous waste Management Facility (Type :- Industrial)
• Substation and Office Administration Building @ Al Mansoori, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Design of Industrial factory, workshop foundation, Admin & Ancillary buildings @ Shobha Engineering L.L.C, KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Addition of warehouse, Underground water tank & Ancillary building @ Abu Mansoor Plastic factory L.L.C, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Foundation design of warehouse, U.G water tank & Ancillary building @ Ghassan Aboud Logistics Cars, KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Warehouse design, Boundary wall design @ Styropack Plastic Factory ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Warehouse foundation, Admin Building, silo foundation & Ancillary building design @ Styropack Plastic Factory, KIZAD Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Design of 23X90X5 m U.G water tank, Social Block @ Nestle waters L.L.C, ICAD Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Warehouse foundation design using P.E.B reactions & Ancillary Building design @ Hotpack Packaging Industries ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Steel shelter design & Ancillary facilities building design @ IDC, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Steel shelter foundation design & Ancillary facilities building design @ Anasldo Thomassen Gulf Facility, ICAD Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Bio-gas boiler shed design, pipe rack & Ancillary facilities building design @ Al Dafra Paper Factory, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Warehouse building design & its foundation @ Tawazun warehouses (Phase 1-4) (Type :- Industrial)
• Design of factory foundation, Admin building & Ancillary facilities design @ A-1 Fence, ICAD Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Design of G+2 Commercial building, G+3 Labor Accommodation & Ancillary facilities building @ Asqalan Labor Accommodation, Al Dafra, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Labour Accommodation)
• Design of Warehouse & Ancillary buildings @ Al Raha, ICAD Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Warehouse Foundation design @ Al Salam Living City, Al Dafra, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Steel fabrication factory @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• United Steel factory @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Trustworthy @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Construction of fabrication workshop & ancillary facilities for NBTC @ICAD, Abu Dhabi.
• Corys plastic industries @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi. (Type :- Industrial)
  Internal modifications @ CDRV body shop @ Mussafah, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• Commercial showroom @ Ghantoot Racing & Polo club @ Ghantout, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• Construction of open shed @ Ajwa emirates Gases @ ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Review of design drawings for proposed RO desalination water plant with capacity of 200 MIGD & its ancillary facilities @ Al Taweelah, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Construction of labor camp kitchen & Ancillary facilities @ Al Taweelah, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Labour Accommodation)
• Construction of mezzanine & external roof @ Dare Adventure, Yas mall, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Commercial)
• Proposed Warehouse & workshop @ Gulf-Drug, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Construction of Marine Industry @ MBK Marine, ICAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)
• Al Quram Labor accommodation @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi. (Type :- Labour Accommodation)
• Al Fattan Labor accommodation @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi. (Type :- Labour Accommodation)
• Glove Factory @ KIZAD, Abu Dhabi (Type :- Industrial)

Job Role:

• Performed structural analysis and design tasks using software tools and manual methods, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Created detailed drawings and models of structures using CAD software, including plans, sections, and details of structural components.
• Participated in site visits and inspections to assess existing structures and monitor construction progress, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Major Projects undertaken

• Sprayer Dryer Plant – 25 m high Steel building designed for UPL India limited (Type :- Industrial)
• G+2 Residential Building (Type :- Residential)

Job Role:

• Design and oversee construction projects, including site preparation, grading, drainage, and roadwork, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.
• Performed structural analysis and design tasks using software tools and manual methods, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Created detailed drawings and models of structures using CAD software, including plans, sections, and details of structural components.

Major Projects undertaken

• Construction of the residential + Commercial G+4 building
• Structural design of G+1 Villas
• Structural design of G+4 Residential building