Emile Z.

Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (licensed PE in WA, AZ) with over 11 years of professional experience in civil and infrastructure projects mostly in the US and the Middle East. Holder of a Masters Degree of Civil Engineering from the American University of Beirut (GPA 4.0/4.0). The services I provide include (among others): • Hydrology and Drainage Analysis (including research, modeling and report writing) • Grading and Drainage Plans • Earthwork Volumes, Cut and Fill Analysis • Pond Sizing and Design • Utility Design (i.e. water, sanitary sewer, force main, fire) including plan and profile drawings • Water line extension / Fire Hydrant Test Analysis • Water Networks Hydraulic Modeling (gravity and pressurized) • Road Design • Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plans The software I use include Civil 3D, AutoCAD, EPANET, SSA, Hydraflow, ICPR4, HEC-HMS, EPA-SWMM, WaterCAD/WaterGems, StormCAD, SewerCAD/SewerGems, Navisworks, Revit, QGIS, ArcMap. In addition to the above, I am very comfortable and capable of performing research and data collection of items such as jurisdiction-specific requirements, rainfall data through NOAA, soil data through NRCS website, topographic data through USGS, etc. One of my strengths is that I have mastered the following combined skillsets: • Engineering technical knowledge for design • AutoCAD and Civil 3D advanced drafting and other design software modeling • Verbal and written communication • Project Management • Flexibility and adaptability to new and changing requirements I take work, deadlines and quality very seriously while enjoying what I do. I am always looking to sharpen my skills as learning is a never-ending process. I have a very strong work ethic and a sense of accountability. I am very responsive and perfectly fluent in English, French and Arabic with basic knowledge of Spanish. In addition to the above, I have extensive academic research experience with over a dozen of published research articles and over 200 citations. (Check my profile on Google Scholar). Finally, I am a holder of the PMP and LEED AP ND certifications. If you need help in any project relevant to my experience, let's get in touch, I'll be happy to discuss your requirements!