{"id":6,"date":"2025-02-26T10:27:09","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T10:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.metu.edu.tr\/e241565\/?p=6"},"modified":"2025-04-13T19:29:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-13T19:29:06","slug":"personal-cv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.metu.edu.tr\/e241565\/2025\/02\/26\/personal-cv\/","title":{"rendered":"Personal CV"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Loai Abdulaal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Civil Engineer and M.Sc. Student in Materials of Construction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Middle East Technical University<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ORCID ID: 0009-0003-7838-6927<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Google Scholar Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=crVD22YAAAAJ&amp;hl=en\">https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=crVD22YAAAAJ&amp;hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>About Me<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I am Loai Abdulaal, a dedicated civil engineer with a strong academic and professional background in materials science and construction project coordination. I hold a Civil Engineering Diploma from Middle East Technical University (METU) and am currently pursuing academic research in the Materials Science Division at METU, focusing on the development of low-carbon binders as sustainable alternatives to traditional cement.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in project coordination, having worked with the Saudi Binladin Group on railway construction projects in Saudi Arabia. In these roles, I was responsible for stakeholder communication, project planning, site monitoring, and contract management, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to quality standards.<\/p>\n<p>My technical expertise includes proficiency in industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, SAP2000, MATLAB, Primavera, and GIS analysis software like QGIS and CrimeStat. Additionally, my research in low-carbon construction materials reflects my commitment to sustainable engineering practices.<\/p>\n<p>Fluent in Arabic (native), English (C1), and with basic knowledge of French and Turkish, I excel in cross-cultural collaboration and effective communication with diverse teams. My ability to navigate complex engineering challenges, coupled with my passion for sustainable solutions, makes me a valuable asset in both academic and professional environments.<\/p>\n<p>I am eager to contribute to innovative engineering projects and research initiatives that drive environmental sustainability and technological advancement in the construction industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Familiarity with project Management and the related responsibilities, including but not limited to monitoring and recording on site progress, resolving non-conformity Reports, variations of order (V.O.s) and Legislative claims.<\/li>\n<li>Good communications skills to convey ideas and ability to work in teams from different backgrounds and\/or cultures.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to communicate, coordinate, negotiate effectively with different stakeholders such as clients and consultants to promote achieved progress and maintain a positive relationship with stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to review contracts to eschew potential disputes and ensure clarity and understanding.<\/li>\n<li>Good understanding of claims, contracts, and site management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Professional experience<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lab Researcher\u00a0 <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Middle East Technical University, \u00a0Department of Civil Engineering ( Material Science Division)<\/p>\n<p>20\/02\/2023 \u2013 ongoing<\/p>\n<p>Description: Under the supervision of Prof. Sinan Erdogan, I am working on the development of oxalate cements, which are low-carbon alternative binders to Portland cements. The Topic of Alternative binders has been regaining attention globally as effects of ordinary Portland cement carbon emissions are becoming a major concern.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Project Coordinator in the construction project of a railway track<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Saudi Binladin Group &#8211; Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n<p>15\/06\/2022 to 20\/10\/2022<\/p>\n<p>Description: As a Project Coordinator, my main objective was the liaison between different stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination to facilitate the successful execution of construction projects. I was also involved in assisting in project planning, tracking, documentation, and overall project management support.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Project Coordinator in the construction project of a railway track<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Saudi Binladin Group &#8211; Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n<p>03\/06\/2021 to 02\/10\/2021<\/p>\n<p>Description: As a Project Coordinator, my main objective was the liaison between different stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination to facilitate the successful execution of construction projects. I was also involved in assisting in project planning, tracking, documentation, and overall project management support.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Loai Abdulaal Civil Engineer and M.Sc. Student in Materials of Construction Middle East Technical University ORCID ID: 0009-0003-7838-6927 Google Scholar Link: https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=crVD22YAAAAJ&amp;hl=en About Me I am Loai Abdulaal, a dedicated civil engineer with a strong academic and professional background in materials science and construction project coordination. 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