Shaqib Aftab
Chief Surveyor
Doha,QATAR
Summary
Visionary Chief Surveyor with over 6 years of experience delivering more than 50 complex infrastructure projects across the Middle East. Achieved 100% accuracy standards while enhancing operational efficiency by 25% and managing budgets exceeding $50 million. Developed a comprehensive technical training program for over 15 professionals, significantly elevating organizational excellence and workforce capability. Expertise in AutoCAD, GIS systems, GPS/GNSS, Total Station operations, and LISP programming demonstrates a strong commitment to leveraging technology for superior project outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Surveyor — Strategic Director, Infrastructure Visionary
Shelter Group
Doha, Qatar
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered 50+ large-scale infrastructure projects with 100% client satisfaction rate.
- Oversaw $50M project portfolios, achieving consistent on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Achieved 25% reduction in survey cycle time through advanced methodologies and workflows.
- Established training curriculum for 15+ professionals, resulting in 100% promotion rate.
- Developed AutoCAD automation solutions, reducing design time by 30% across projects.
- Managed relationships with C-level executives, facilitating $5M+ contract negotiations.
Senior Surveyor — Technical Leader, Subject Matter Expert
Shelter Group
Doha, Qatar
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed $10M+ project portfolio for 20+ infrastructure projects in Doha.
- Developed CAD/GIS solutions, enhancing efficiency by 20% for major clients.
- Mentored junior professionals, promoting three to leadership in 18 months.
- Achieved 99.5% data accuracy through complex field surveys and team management.
- Standardized technical procedures, reducing errors by 15% organization-wide.
- Integrated GIS systems with real-time GPS, training colleagues on best practices.
Junior Surveyor — Foundation Builder, Technical Specialist
Shelter Group
Doha, Qatar
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Achieved field certification in Total Station and GPS operations within 4 months.
- Delivered 20+ accurate field surveys with 99% precision on infrastructure projects.
- Promoted to Senior Surveyor within 7 months due to exceptional performance.
- Collaborated on complex projects, contributing to CAD preparation and site analysis.
- Consistently recognized for attention to detail and professional client interactions.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) - Civil Engineering, Infrastructure & Construction Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University
Raipur, India01.2019
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP)
Uttar Pradesh, India01.2014
Skills
- Surveying & Geospatial: Land Surveying (99%), Engineering Surveys (98%), Topographical Analysis (97%), GPS/GNSS Technology (98%), Total Station Operations (97%), Coordinate Transformation, Survey Data Management, Geospatial Analysis
- Technical Software: AutoCAD Advanced (97%), GIS/ArcGIS/QGIS (96%), LISP Programming (94%), BIM/3D Visualization (93%), Excel Advanced VBA/Macros, CAD Rendering & Design, Database Management, Technical Documentation
- Leadership & Management: Strategic Planning (94%), Team Leadership (96%), Training & Mentorship (95%), Change Management, Performance Analytics, Conflict Resolution, Team Development, Inspirational Leadership
- Project Delivery: Project Management, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Budget Optimization, Stakeholder Relations, Technical Specifications, Regulatory Compliance, Cost Estimation
- CAD & Design Systems (6 Years): AutoCAD Advanced — 2D/3D technical drawings, architectural design, infrastructure mapping, advanced customization, professional rendering LISP Programming — Custom automation scripts, workflow optimization, command development for survey processes BIM/3D Visualization — Building Information Modeling, 3D visualization, project coordination Technical Standards — Industry specifications, drawing conventions, quality compliance Design Optimization — Performance analysis, cost-effective solutions, design review and validation
- Geospatial & GPS Technology (5 Years): GIS Systems — ArcGIS Pro/Online, QGIS, spatial analysis, cartography, geodatabase management GPS/GNSS Technology — Real-time positioning, RTK-GPS satellite imagery integration, accuracy optimization Total Station Operations — Detailed survey work, construction layout, precise measurement, data collection Coordinate Transformation — UTM → LatLong conversion, datum transformation, geodetic calculations, Qatar/UAE coordinate systems expert Topographical Mapping — Terrain analysis, contour generation, digital elevation models Spatial Database — PostGIS, spatial queries, geodatabase design
- Data Analytics & Reporting: Excel Advanced — Complex formulas, VBA macro programming, pivot tables, data analysis, statistical modeling Report Generation — Technical documentation, client reports, project summaries, visual presentations Data Visualization — Charts, maps, interactive dashboards for stakeholder communication Survey Data Management — Data validation, quality control, metadata management, archival systems
Accomplishments
- Efficiency Optimization: 25% time reduction, $250K+ annual savings
- Training Program: 15+ professionals trained, 100% advancement rate
- Accuracy Excellence: 100% across 50+ projects, Zero critical errors
- Team Development: 15+ mentored professionals, 5 direct promotions
- Technical Innovation: LISP automation deployed, 30% design time reduction
- Budget Stewardship: $50M+ portfolio managed, 5-8% cost optimization
- Quality Culture: ISO 9001 compliance, 98% milestone completion
- Career Trajectory: Junior → Chief (4 years), Above-average advancement
Affiliations
Active participant in GCC infrastructure conferences, member of International Association of Surveyors (IAS), completed 100+ professional development hours in 2024, regular attendee at AutoCAD/GIS/surveying technology workshops.
Certification
- Advanced AutoCAD Civil 3D & BIM Certification — Autodesk Authorized Training Center (Professional Level)
- GPS/GNSS & RTK Total Station Professional Training — International Surveying Institute (Field Operations)
- GIS Systems & Geospatial Analysis Advanced — Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Professional
- Project Management & Strategic Leadership — PMI-Aligned Professional Development
- Quality Assurance & Safety Management (ISO 9001:2015) — International Organization for Standardization
- Team Leadership & Professional Mentorship — Leadership Development Program
- Coordinate Systems Transformation Expert — UTM/LatLong Conversion & Datum Specialist
- Survey Data Management & Processing — Advanced Data Handling & Analysis
- LISP Programming for CAD Automation — Specialized AutoCAD Programming
- Drone Survey Technology & UAS Operations — Professional Drone Surveying
Language Proficiency
English — Professional/Fluent (Business communication, technical documentation, client presentations).
Hindi — Native Fluency (Team communication, client relations).
Arabic — Intermediate (Professional communication in Qatar/UAE environment).
Timeline
Chief Surveyor — Strategic Director, Infrastructure Visionary
Shelter Group
03.2023 - Current
Senior Surveyor — Technical Leader, Subject Matter Expert
Shelter Group
01.2020 - 02.2023
Junior Surveyor — Foundation Builder, Technical Specialist
Shelter Group
06.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) - Civil Engineering, Infrastructure & Construction Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP)
References
[1] Shelter Group Infrastructure Project Records, Doha, Qatar (2023–2025), [2] Advanced Surveying Techniques in GCC Infrastructure — International Conference on Land Surveying, Dubai (2024), [3] Team Leadership Excellence in Technical Organizations — Project Management Institute Quarterly, Vol. 18, Issue 4 (2024)
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