Registered Civil Engineer | 6+ Years | 2,000+ Projects | Preconstruction to Bid-Ready
My estimates helped win a concrete demolition contract at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world. I did not guess. I engineered the number.
I'm Shafaqat Ali, a Registered Civil Engineer (Pakistan Engineering Council) and CEO of Urban Estimation. Before that, I was QA & Pricing Head at a US estimating firm, auditing bids for GCs and subs across the US and Canada. I don't just build estimates, I know why a number is wrong when it's wrong.
WHAT I COVER: GC estimates (all CSI divisions), sitework & earthwork, utilities, concrete, demolition, MEP, and full renovation/new-construction takeoffs for commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects.
WHAT YOU GET: marked-up plan sets, an editable Excel cost breakdown, RSMeans-calibrated pricing, a scope narrative flagging risks and gaps, and 24-48 hour turnaround (48-72 for full GC packages).
"Shafaqat is a pleasure to work with. He follows up consistently and is a good estimator." (5-star review)
Send me your drawings, scope, and deadline. I'll respond within 4 hours with a clear quote, no vague pricing.
Construction Estimating
Material Take-Off
Estimator
Pricing
Cost Estimate
Pre-Construction
Construction Document Preparation
PlanSwift
Bluebeam Revu
Microsoft Excel
Muhammad S.
Multan, Pakistan
$16/hr
5.0
4 jobs
๐ Iโm a highly experienced ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ฅ & ๐๐ญ๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ซ with 14+ years of professional experience delivering accurate, code-compliant, and permit-ready engineering solutions for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
I specialize in site development, structural design, quantity estimation, and construction documentation, helping clients transform ideas into practical, buildable, and cost-efficient solutions.
With experience across USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and international projects, I ensure designs meet local standards while maintaining efficiency, safety, and performance.
๐น ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐ ๐๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฌ
๐ ๏ธ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ & ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ
- Site Planning & Subdivision Layout Design
- Grading Plans & Earthwork Calculations
- Drainage & Stormwater Management Design
- Floodplain Analysis & Environmental Compliance
- Utility Design (Water Supply, Sewer, Storm Systems)
- City Permit Drawings & Approval Documentation
๐ ๐๐ญ๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐
- Structural Analysis & Calculations (Residential & Commercial)
- Concrete, Steel & Wood Structure Design
- Beam, Column & Foundation Design
- Load Calculations (Wind, Seismic, Snow)
- Structural Detailing & Construction Drawings
- Reinforcement (Rebar) Detailing & Scheduling
๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ค๐๐จ๐๐ & ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
- Detailed Construction Cost Estimation
- Material Takeoffs (Concrete, Steel, Masonry, Finishes, etc.)
- Roads, Bridges, Buildings & Infrastructure Estimation
- BOQ (Bill of Quantities) Preparation
- Accurate Quantity Surveying for Large & Small Projects
๐จ ๐๐ซ๐๐ก๐ข๐ญ๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฅ & ๐๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ ๐ง
- Architectural Floor Plans & Space Planning
- 3D Modeling & Realistic Renderings
- Residential, Commercial & Industrial Layout Design
- Interior & Exterior Visualization
- Concept Design to Final Construction Drawings
๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ & ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐๐๐ฌ
- AutoCAD 2D Drafting & Civil 3D Design
- Survey Drafting & Plan Conversion
- Shop Drawings, As-Built Drawings & Layout Plans
- Infrastructure Drafting (Roads, Drainage, Utilities)
- Permit Drawings for City Approvals
๐ฆ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ญ ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง & ๐๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ
- Construction Supervision & Site Coordination
- Project Planning & Scheduling (Primavera P6)
- Payment Certifications & Cost Control
- Design Review & Quality Assurance
- Coordination with Contractors & Consultants
๐งฉ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ง๐๐ & ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ
- Engineering Documentation & Reports
- Project Data Management
- Estimation Support & BOQ Updates
- Administrative Support for Engineering Projects
- Payouts & Project Coordination Tasks
๐ป ๐๐จ๐๐ญ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ & ๐๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ
- AutoCAD 2D & Civil 3D
- MicroStation & GeoPak
- ETABS / SAP2000 / RAM Structural
- SketchUp, Lumion & 3ds Max
- Primavera P6
- Adobe Photoshop
๐น ๐๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฌ๐ ๐๐?
โ 14+ Years of Civil & Structural Engineering Experience
โ Expertise in International Codes & Standards
โ Accurate, Permit-Ready & Buildable Designs
โ Strong Attention to Detail & Cost Efficiency
โ Clear Communication & On-Time Delivery
โ Experience Across Residential, Commercial & Infrastructure Projects
I focus on delivering practical, efficient, and high-quality engineering solutions that reduce delays, control costs, and simplify approvals.
Whether you need site development plans, structural design, quantity takeoffs, or complete engineering support, Iโm here to help you successfully deliver your project.
๐ฉ Letโs discuss your project and bring your ideas to life with precision and professionalism.
Civil Engineering
Engineering & Architecture
Structural Engineering
Architecture
Architectural Design
Construction Monitoring
Construction
CAD Conversion
CAD
Engr Waqas A.
Multan, Pakistan
$30/hr
5.0
4 jobs
I am an experienced Electrical Power System Engineer, consulting with a strong command of industry-leading tools like PSSE, ETAP, and MATLAB. I provide top-notch engineering solutions that meet industrial standards and cater to your specific requirements.
My Expertise Includes:
Power System Analysis: Proficient in PSSE and ETAP for performing detailed load flow, short circuit, and stability studies, as well as harmonic analysis, arc flash analysis, and protection coordination in the field of electrical power systems.
Renewable Energy Integration: Experienced in integrating renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power into existing power systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Load Interconnection Studies: Conduct comprehensive load interconnection studies to ensure seamless and efficient integration with the grid.
Generation Integration Studies: Expertise in evaluating and planning the integration of new generation sources into power systems for enhanced stability and performance.
Net Metering Studies: Skilled in conducting net metering studies using PSSE to optimize the integration of distributed energy resources and ensure regulatory compliance.
Transmission Planning: Experienced in developing and analyzing transmission plans to enhance system reliability, efficiency, and capacity.
Battery Storage Systems: Proficient in the integration and analysis of battery storage systems to support grid stability and renewable energy integration.
Skills & Services:
I offer the following skills in the power system domain, optimizing results using the Python programming language:
Load Flow Analysis
Short Circuit Analysis
Stability Studies
Harmonic Analysis
Arc Flash Analysis
Net Metering Studies
Load Modelling and Analysis
Integrated Generation Modelling
Solar and Wind Modelling
Feasibility Analysis
Contingency Analysis
PV Analysis
QV Analysis
Transmission Planning
Battery Storage System Integration
Steady State Analysis
Transient Analysis
Contingencies Analysis
Tools:
PSSE
ETAP
Python
Excel
AutoCAD for Mapping the Interconnection Scheme
Microsoft Office
PowerPoint
What I Offer:
Expert Advice: Provide expert advice on power system design and optimization, ensuring your project meets all technical and regulatory requirements.
Custom Solutions: Develop tailor-made solutions to meet the specific requirements of your project, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies.
Detailed Reports: Deliver comprehensive and clear documentation of all studies and analyses, ensuring transparency and ease of understanding.
Why Choose Me:
In-depth Knowledge: Extensive understanding of power systems, including the complexities of renewable energy integration, transmission planning, and advanced analysis techniques.
Proven Experience: Completed numerous projects involving load and generation integration studies, harmonic analysis, arc flash analysis, net metering studies, transmission planning, and battery storage system integration.
Let's collaborate to bring your project to life with precision and expertise. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your project requirements in detail.
I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and contribute to the success of your projects.
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