Tabrez Syed, Transportation Engineer

Tabrez Syed

Transportation Engineer

Parsons Corporation

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Master's degree, Civil Engineering (Transportation Systems)
Experience
15 years, 6 Months

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Total years of experience :15 years, 6 Months

Transportation Engineer at Parsons Corporation
  • Saudi Arabia
  • My current job since October 2017

Third Party Review Infrastructure Consultant for Al Wedyan Development Project
Saudi Real Estate Co. (Al Akaria) selected Saudi Arabian Parsons Limited (SAPL) as a third party reviewer for Al Wedyan Development Project. The Master Plan consists of 16 districts with a total GFA of approximately 8 million SqM.
Responsible for reviewing Traffic Impact Study (TIS), which covers all the major elements such as proposed land use details, travel characteristics, modeling methodology and factors adopted for model adjustments, proposed public transport schemes external and internal road network analysis tested and approved mitigation measures and parking strategies. Moreover, carried out comprehensive review for road marking and signage drawing submitted as a part of preliminary design.

Road Improvements to King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh
Parsons has been selected as a design consultant by Riyadh Airport Company (RAC) to review and design the junctions within the King Khalid Airport.
Responsible for analyzing subjected junctions, terminals and road sections based on collected traffic data. Prepared micro-simulation models to replicate vehicular and pedestrian movements within the terminal areas for existing and proposed plans by using dynamic assignment technique. Undertook signal warrant analysis for the junctions falling under the study area. Identified mitigation measures to enhance LOS and presented various design options to client for approval.

Qiddiya Master Plan - Largest Cultural, Sports and Entertainment City in Saudi Arabia
Public Investment Fund (PIF), appointed Parsons as a PMO for developing largest cultural, sports and entertainment city in Saudi Arabia.
Responsible for attending traffic related queries at pre-bid stage of master planning proposal and reviewing transportation aspect for technical submissions received from various consultants as a part of their proposal. Developed wind rose diagram to determine airstrip orientation by analyzing wind data collected from government agency. Supervised construction of 3.2 kms of access road which connects newly constructed Temporary Experience Center (TEC) building with Dhurma Highway.

Senior Traffic Engineer at Tatweer LLC
  • United Arab Emirates
  • April 2017 to September 2017

Upgrading Roundabouts to Signalized Junctions, Al Ain UAE
Musanada awarded Tatweer two different projects in Al Ain, design cost for both projects
were more than AED 3.2M. The project scope was to convert un-signalized roundabouts to
at-grade and grade separated signalized junctions.
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Responsible for preparing technical and financial bids for the projects. As a Project
Coordinator accountable for liaising with client (Muasanada) and other key stakeholders,
communicating with sub-consultants, survey agencies and other team members. Prepared
project management plans, undertook traffic analysis and coordinated with different design
departments in order to compile technical reports.
* Review of Salam Street, Abu Dhabi Micro-Simulation Model
In order to develop a micro-simulation model in VISSIM for Salam Street, the strategic
model for entire Abu Dhabi City was used to generate a sub-area network. The sub-area
network in ANM format was imported in VISSIM and linked with zone matrices to carry out
the dynamic assignment. The operational analysis for the junctions, critical links and
weaving segments falling under the study area was carried out based on HCM
requirements.
* Active Participation in Business Development
Responsible for preparing technical proposal, preparing project schedule and coordinating
and negotiating with sub-consultants in order to finalize financial proposal. Attended pre-
bid meeting and submitted tender queries to the client. Provided support to business
development team during final submission.

Traffic Engineer at Louis Berger Group (LBG)
  • United Arab Emirates
  • January 2015 to March 2017

Study of DIFC Roads & Landscaping at Zone I & II, Dubai, UAE
Dubai International Financial Centre awarded the project to LBG in December 2016. The scope includes preparation of interim access strategy, concept design of internal roads, concept design of parking lots and developing parking circulation study.
Responsible for identifying traffic survey locations, analyzing existing traffic count data, parking lots circulation and existing parking ramps operations. Undertook micro-simulation modelling exercise for existing situation and preferred options after mitigation. The model was developed using static assignment method in VISSIM, the drop off facility and pelican crossing were also modeled. The options were evaluated on reduction of travel time, queue length, junctions delay and overall network performance.

Jubail Master Plan, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Scope of the project includes preparation of concept master plan, schematic and detailed design of infrastructure and utility works, preparation of tender documentation and construction supervision.
Responsible for estimating trips and parking demand based on proposed land use. Distributed generated trips initially using excel spreadsheet based on logical assumption and engineering judgment in order ensure realistic travel pattern. Analyzed junctions falling under study area and the overall network. Based on different phasing schemes defined road hierarchy and connection to the external road network. Undertook parking strategy study, identified parking shortfall and worked out schemes to accommodate required parking demand.

R1011 - Upgrade Junctions at Airport Road, Dubai, UAE
RTA awarded LBG project R1011 to conduct detailed traffic study and provide mitigation measures to improve the traffic condition in the area.
Assisted in producing traffic diversion and cost sharing reports. Prepared micro simulation models for temporary road works. Updated RTA VISUM model and extracted traffic flow. Prepared micro-simulation model in VISSIM using VisVAP technique for signal control in order to analyze weaving sections and queuing length for different options. Carried out junction analysis using SYNCHRO, SIDRA and HCS to propose mitigation measures. Reviewed temporary traffic management plan prepared by contractor. Identified critical issues and advised preventive measures in accordance to enhance traffic safety as per the Work Zone Traffic Management Manual.

R1005 - Improvement of Al Awir Road and International City Access, Dubai, UAE
RTA awarded LBG project R1005 to improve Al Awir Road and International City access.
Updated RTA VISUM model for various scenarios, extracted traffic flow for the junctions falling within the study area and performed junction capacity analysis using SYNCHRO, SIDRA and HCS. Prepared VISSIM model with static traffic assignment method for analyzing traffic operation at weaving sections and intersections and to determine overall network performance parameters.

E199 - Khorfakkan West Ring Road Preliminary Study, Khorfakkan, UAE
Ministry of Public Works (MOPW) awarded LBG project E199 to provide design services for Khorfakkan West Ring Road.
Responsible for projecting future traffic from existing traffic counts. Preparing micro-simulation model in VISSIM with dynamic traffic assignment method and studying traffic operation at mid-block sections, weaving segments, intersections and assessment of the overall network performance. Undertook junction capacity analysis using SYNCHRO, SIDRA, and HCS. Developed suitable mitigation measures ranging from adding additional lanes for through/left turn traffic and converting roundabouts to signalized junctions, etc. Design traffic signs, directional sign and road marking for proposed new corridor. Coordinated with different design departments and compiled detailed reports at preliminary and detailed design stages.

Transport Planner at Arab Engineering Bureau
  • Qatar
  • January 2014 to January 2015

 Salwa Road Shopping Center - Traffic Impact Assessment, Doha, Qatar
Responsible for liaising with MMUP officials. Analyzed parking requirements, designed parking facility inside the shopping center and performed AutoTurn analysis of critical parking lots. Determine number of access/egress and their connectivity with surrounding road network. Performed traffic operation analysis of roads and junctions falling under study area for existing and proposed scenario. Prepared micro-simulation model using VisVAP technique for signal control with dynamic traffic assignment method. Identified issues and proposed mitigation measures. Involved in writing technical reports.

 Messila Hyper Market and Clinic - Traffic Impact Assessment, Doha, Qatar
Undertook parking demand management, prepared traffic circulation plans, and analyzed access arrangements by determining number of access/egress and their connectivity with surrounding road network. Updated the Qatar Strategic Transport Model (QSTM). Evaluated mitigation measures by preparing VISSIM micro-simulation model with dynamic assignment method. Performed traffic analysis using HCS, SIDRA and SYNCHRO software.

 Underground Metro Station, Qatar University - Pedestrian Simulation Model, Doha, Qatar
Developed pedestrian simulation model using PTV-VISWALK software with static traffic assignment method. Performance indicators like travel time, flow rate, density and level of service were calculated and analyzed at different sections of the platform.

Transport Planner at Mehta and Associates
  • India
  • January 2013 to December 2013

 Riverside Corridor Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) Project, Indore, India
Identified key issues based on encroachment and land acquisition to finalize required Right of Way (ROW) width. Assisted in development of proposed BRTS alignment to reduce adverse impact to the properties along the corridor.

 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Master Plan for 5 cities of Madhya Pradesh (MP), India
Worked as a project coordinator, responsible for liaising with Urban Administration and Development Department (UADD), MP. Assessed traffic conditions for 5 key cities. Determined transit corridor and classified them based on typology. Demarcated corridor planning area and station planning area.
 City Development Plan (CDP), Bhopal, India
Carried out comprehensive traffic analysis for Bhopal city. Conducted infrastructure gap assessment and identified short term, medium term and long term goals for upgrading infrastructure requirements. Prepared cost estimates for road infrastructure projects.

Consultant at Urban Transport, EMBARQ
  • India
  • August 2010 to April 2012

 City Bus System, Indore, MP
Analyzed existing public transportation system, identified major activity locations and identified bus routes to be modified to meet future demand. Prepared route rationalization by analyzing city bus ticketing data, conducting field surveys and interacting with various stakeholders. Developed data management and performance monitoring system for bus services based on identified key performance indicators for each bus route.

 AB Road Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), Indore, MP
Provided technical support in selecting bus types, ITS components to be installed and station design. Provided inputs in preparing BRTS operational plan.

 Non - Motorized Transport (NMT), Indore, MP
Responsible for coordinating with Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) in preparing framework for evaluating pedestrian accessibility. Organized meetings with various stakeholders and conducted pedestrian interviews. Carried out comprehensive study on existing bicycle sharing system and summarized finding in the technical report.

Engineer at Transportation, AECOM India Pvt. Ltd
  • India
  • August 2009 to July 2010

Preparation of Development Plan for Nashik-Sinnar-Igatpuri Investment Region & Dighi
Port Industrial Area in Maharashtra sub region of Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
(DMIC), India
Prepared preliminary perspective transportation connectivity plan for proposed
Dhule/Aurangabad investment region. Carried out travel demand assessment for proposed
development.

Graduate Research Assistant at Clemson University
  • United States
  • August 2007 to December 2008

 Guide Line for Pavement Marking Applications- Sponsored by South Carolina Department of Transportation
Responsible for conducting inventory of pavement marking retro reflectivity on selected primary and secondary roads in South Carolina (SC), USA. Developed conclusions based on collected data on the general performance of various types of pavement markings.

 Clear Zone Safety Project - Sponsored by South Carolina Department of Transportation
Analyzed highway crashes related to fixed objects using South Carolina crash database. Developed countermeasures based on the type and severity of crashes.

Education

Master's degree, Civil Engineering (Transportation Systems)
  • at Clemson University
  • January 2008

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Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering
  • at SGSITS, University of Madhy
  • January 2006

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Specialties & Skills

Transportation Planning
Transportation Engineering
ACADEMIC
AUTOCAD
COUNTER TERRORIST CHECK
DATA COLLECTION
NETWORKING
SIMULATION
STRATEGIC
TRANSPORTATION
UPGRADES