Mr. Foad Zahedi | Digital Twin Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Foad Zahedi, Washington State University, Iran

Foad Zahedi is a seasoned Procurement Director with over 18 years of comprehensive experience in procurement management, technical management, and contract management across a diverse range of projects, including multipurpose complexes, dams, roads, tunnels, and industrial structures. Based in Tehran, Iran, he has successfully led procurement and purchase engineering efforts to ensure optimal logistics, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Foad’s expertise encompasses tender management, contract oversight, and project management, where he skillfully navigates the complexities of EPC, PC, and E projects from both the employer and contractor perspectives. He holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Construction Management) and another Master’s in Civil Engineering (Marine Structures Engineering) from Islamic Azad University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Professional Engineer, Foad is proficient in areas such as cost estimation, value engineering, and building information modeling. His strategic insights and consultancy roles for boards and CEOs have been pivotal in aligning project goals with organizational objectives.

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Research for Best Researcher Award – Foad Zahedi

Profile Overview: Foad Zahedi has over 18 years of extensive experience in procurement and project management across a variety of large-scale civil engineering projects, including multipurpose complexes, dams, and tunnels. His diverse skill set encompasses technical management, contract management, and procurement engineering, showcasing his ability to lead complex projects effectively.

Education 🎓

M.S. Civil Engineering (Construction Management)
Islamic Azad University of Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, IR
GPA: 3.53 | Year: 2020
M.S. Civil Engineering (Marine Structures Engineering)
Islamic Azad University of Science and Research Branch, Tehran, IR
GPA: 3.72 | Year: 2016
B.S. Civil Engineering
Islamic Azad University of Shahr-e-kord Branch, Shahrekord, IR
Year: 2004

Work Experience 💼

Procurement Director
Iran Mall, Tehran, Iran
Years: 20XX – Present
- Led procurement and purchase engineering management for various complex projects, ensuring high quality and timely logistics support.
- Managed the technical office, handling invoices, quantity surveying, and as-built drawings in EPC, PC, and E projects.
- Conducted national and international tenders, preparing comprehensive technical and financial submissions.
- Oversaw contract management in diverse roles (Employer, Contractor, Consultant) for EPC, PC, and E projects.
- Provided consultancy to boards and CEOs, developing strategic plans to achieve project goals.

Achievements 🌟

Successfully managed procurement for multiple large-scale projects, including multipurpose complexes, dams, and industrial structures.
Developed effective strategies for cost estimation and value engineering, resulting in significant savings for projects.
Implemented advanced Building Information Modelling (BIM) and soil-structure interaction modelling techniques to enhance project outcomes.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Project Management Professional (PMP)
Licensure #: 3203610 | Year: 2022
Professional Engineer (Grade 2: Supervision)
Licensure #: 17-31-12174 | Year: 2014
Professional Engineer (Grade 1: Construction)

Publication Top Notes:

Global BIM Adoption Movements and Challenges: An Extensive Literature Review

Development of a BIM Implementation Roadmap: The Case of Iran

Robot-BIM integration for underground canals life-cycle management

Digital Twins in the Sustainable Construction Industry

BIM Implementation for PMBOK Enhancement in the Construction Industry

Dr.Daniel(Jian) Sun, Chang’an University, China

Professor Daniel (Jian) Sun is the Executive Dean of the School of Future Transportation at Chang’an University in Xi’an, China. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Hunan University, China (1998), a Master’s in Computer Science from the China Academy of Railway Science (2003), and a Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering from the University of Florida, USA (2009). Prior to his current role, Professor Sun was an Associate Professor and then a Tenured Associate Professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he has been a faculty member since August 2011. He also held a position as a Senior Visiting Scholar at ETH Zurich in 2018 and was an Assistant Professor at Tongji University from 2009 to 2011.

Summary:

Professor Daniel (Jian) Sun is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his extensive academic and research achievements in the field of transportation engineering. His impactful research focuses on modern challenges in urban transportation, leveraging big data and AI to improve traffic systems and planning. His leadership roles, including his position as Executive Dean and contributions to numerous high-level research projects, further demonstrate his significant impact on the field. With a strong publication record and a history of securing major research grants, Professor Sun exemplifies the qualities of a top researcher in his domain.

Academic Appointments:

Professor and Executive Dean, School of Future Transportation, Chang’an University, Xi’an, China

Associate Professor (2011-2014), Tenured Associate Professor (2014-2017), Professor (2017-present), Department of Transportation Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China

Senior Visiting Scholar, Institute for Transport Planning and Systems, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich – ETH Zurich, July 2018 – December 2018

Assistant Professor, College of Transportation Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, China, November 2009 – August 2011