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Muhammad Shah Laboratory Technician/ Quality Control (QC) Technician/ Material Inspector/ Assosiate Engineer
Email
[email protected]
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Marital status
Married
Phone
+966 59 385 0995
Transferrable Iqama
Pakistani
Profile

Experienced and technically proficient QC Laboratory Technician and Materials Inspector with over 14 years of specialized experience in construction materials testing, quality control, and laboratory management for large-scale infrastructure and dam projects across Pakistan. Skilled in the application of ASTM, AASHTO, SASO, BS, and ACI standards, with extensive practical expertise in the testing, evaluation, and performance analysis of concrete, aggregates, soils, asphalt, and bituminous materials. Proven track record in establishing and maintaining quality assurance systems, executing materials compliance verification, and ensuring adherence to project specifications and design requirements.

Education
Peshawar, Pakistan

Diploma of Associate Engineer (Civil)

KPK Board of Technical Education
Peshawar, Pakistan

Diploma in Material Technology

Technical Board KPK
Skills
Advanced Laboratory & Field Material Testing (Concrete, Soil, Asphalt, Aggregate)
Survey Level Machine Operation & Field Data Collection
Autodesk Autocad
Microsoft Power point
Mix Design & Quality Control per ASTM / AASHTO / SASO / BS / ACI Standards
QA/QC Documentation, Calibration & Data Management
MS Excel
Strong Communication Skills
Professional Experience
2021/06 – 2023/11Peshawar, Pakistan

Senior Laboratory Technician

Pakistan Engineering Services (Pvt) Ltd

Key Responsibilities:

  • •Lead QC and material testing operations for major projects including Latamber, Chapra, Baran, and Achelai Lift Irrigation Scheme.
  • •Performed laboratory and field testing for concrete, soil, and aggregates ensuring compliance with ASTM/AASHTO/SASO standards.
  • •Maintained detailed QA/QC documentation, calibration logs, and quality records.
  • •Prepared laboratory reports for consultants and coordinated on-site testing activities with field engineers.
    • 2016/12 – 2021/06Peshawar, Pakistan

    Laboratory Technician

    National RCC Work Company

    Key Responsibilities:

  • •Executed material testing and inspection for various civil works including dams and infrastructure projects.
  • •Performed sieve analysis, specific gravity, CBR, and compaction testing.
  • •Ensured strict adherence to mix design requirements and calibration procedures.
  • •Supported engineers in site investigations and ensured QA/QC compliance.
    • 2009/03 – 2016/06Charsadda, Pakistan

    Laboratory Technician

    Sarwar Construction (Pvt) Ltd

    Key Responsibilities:

  • •Carried out soil and concrete testing for dam construction in Palai Charsadda.
  • •Conducted field density, compaction, and Proctor tests.
  • •Assisted in preparing material testing reports and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • •Monitored construction materials to ensure project quality standards were met.
    • Technical & Field Competencies

    Concrete Testing:

    • Mix Design (ACI 211.1), Slump Test (AASHTO T199), and Compressive Strength (ASTM C39)

    • Core Cutter & Rebound Hammer Test (ASTM C805), Cylinder and Cube Costing Method

    • Concrete Sampling, Curing, and Strength Monitoring per Project Specifications

    Aggregate Testing:

    • Sieve Analysis (ASTM C136), Specific Gravity & Absorption (ASTM C127)

    • Los Angeles Abrasion (ASTM C131), Flakiness & Elongation Index (BS 812)

    • Soundness Test (AASHTO T104), Unit Weight & Bulk Density (ASTM C29)

    Soil Testing:

    • Standard/Modified Proctor Tests (ASTM D698 / D1557)

    • California Bearing Ratio (CBR) (ASTM D1883), Field Density Test (AASHTO T191)

    • Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis, Specific Gravity, Moisture Content Tests

    Asphalt & Bitumen Testing:

    • Bitumen Penetration, Flash & Fire Point, Ductility, Specific Gravity Tests.

    • Extraction Test, Maximum Specific Gravity (Gmm), and Marshall Stability.

    Survey & Computer Proficiency:

    • Survey Level Machine Operation, Field Data Recording & Layout

    • AutoCAD 2D/3D Drafting and Cross-Section Plotting

    • Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint – Documentation & Reporting

    Three-Month Computer Training Certification

    Languages
    English
    Urdu