Ras Shiraz, MSc, MEng

Project Controls and Reporting Coordinator | AI-Driven Project Delivery | Digital Construction | Workflow Automation

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

About

I’m a Project Controls and Reporting professional with a background in Construction Engineering & Management and Energy Systems Engineering, working at the intersection of infrastructure delivery, data analytics, and digital project management. My experience spans project coordination, scheduling, reporting, and technical documentation across complex engineering and industrial environments. I enjoy bringing structure and clarity to fast-moving projects by supporting teams with reliable reporting, data insights, and well-organized project information. I’m particularly interested in the digital transformation of construction and infrastructure delivery—especially how AI, automation, and data analytics can improve cost control, scheduling, reporting, and decision-making across project lifecycles. I’m actively developing capabilities in digital project delivery, Power BI reporting, BIM/VDC concepts, project data analytics, and AI-powered workflow automation to support more efficient, transparent, and data-driven project environments. My goal is to contribute to teams that are advancing AI-enabled, digitally integrated, and collaborative construction practices, and to help shape the next generation of infrastructure project delivery.

Experience

  • Reporting Coordinator (Project Controls) at Ontario Transit Group - Ontario Line - Southern Civil, Stations & Tunnel
    Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    • Support operational reporting and data management processes in a structured environment • Maintain data accuracy and consistency through organized workflows and validation practices • Utilize Power Automate and AI-enabled tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency • Prepare and maintain recurring reports and documentation with a strong focus on quality and timeliness • Collaborate and coordinate across multiple departments and stations within a large-scale project environment • Work closely with Project Controls and Digital Delivery teams to support data flow, reporting, and process alignment • Contribute to mega project delivery by supporting cross-functional coordination and operational activities • Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and standardization

  • Operations Project Coordinator at Tootsi Impex Inc.
    May 2025 - Feb 2026 · 10 mos

    Coordinate and manage industrial construction and facility upgrade projects within a high-volume food manufacturing environment, ensuring technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery. Coordinate and support mechanical, electrical, and civil works, including cold room installations, mezzanine construction, equipment relocation, and building service upgrades. Develop and maintain project schedules in MS Project and Excel, tracking manpower, materials, and progress against key milestones. Prepare and review AutoCAD layout drawings, including facility upgrades, drainage systems, electrical layouts, and equipment positioning to support design coordination and contractor execution. Generate as-built drawings and technical documentation for municipal and internal approvals. Manage RFQs, vendor quotations, and purchase orders, maintaining cost alignment and adherence to project scope. Coordinate field work with maintenance, production, and logistics to minimize downtime and ensure safe operations in GMP-regulated areas. Support electrical infrastructure expansion, conducting load assessments and coordinating with Hydro-Québec and consultants for capacity upgrades. Oversee installation of compressed air, drainage, and ventilation systems, ensuring compliance with CSA, CNESST, and food safety standards. Collaborate with IT and operations on access control and surveillance system upgrades, improving facility safety and traceability. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, evaluating materials, contractors, and technical solutions to enhance reliability and efficiency.