Ammarah Nasir

A46 – Slope Stability & Settlement Assessment

Client: Skanska | Location: UK | Year: 2025

• Conducted slope stability modelling using geotechnical inputs to assess failure modes and safety margins.
• Performed settlement analysis using layered soil profiles to predict vertical displacement.
• Used borehole data and soil properties to inform geometry, modulus input, and design decisions.
• Provided foundation and embankment support recommendations based on predicted soil behavior.

Windmill Viaduct – Substructure Modelling

Client: Skanska | Location: A46, UK | Year: 2024

• Modelled abutments, piers, wingwalls, and return walls using plate models.
• Applied lateral earth pressures, hydrostatic loads, debris forces, and vehicle impact.
• Collaborated with the geotechnical team to apply spring stiffness values and validate model response.
• Delivered pile foundation load outputs and designed efficient reinforcement detailing for constructability.

ACEC Concrete Classification – Route-Wide Soil Chemistry Study

Client: Skanska | Location: A46, UK | Year: 2024

• Analysed geotechnical borehole data to assess soil aggressiveness for concrete design.
• Classified sulphate exposure and defined appropriate Durability Classes and Protective Measures.
• Summarised findings in technical tables to guide material selection for long-term infrastructure resilience.

St Thomas Rail Bridge – Design Validation

Client: Arcadis Canada | Location: Ontario | Year: 2024

• Modelled pile-supported substructures and validated axial, uplift, and lateral load responses.
• Cross-checked software results with hand calculations for pile capacities and soil pressures.
• Provided design input for shear/bending resistance and material optimisation using geotechnical constraints.

Silvertown Quays Footbridge – Dynamic Response Modelling

Client: Buro Happold / Moxon | Location: London | Year: 2024

• Developed a structural grillage model to assess dynamic behaviour of a curved steel footbridge.
• Conducted time-history analysis for pedestrian-induced vibration, validating structural safety.

Hurontario Light Rail Transit – Abutment Design & OCS Layouts

Client: Metrolinx | Location: Mississauga, Canada | Year: 2023

• Produced detailed abutment reinforcement layouts and bar arrangement drawings.
• Classified and mapped Overhead Catenary System (OCS) pole foundations across multiple platforms.
• Worked with international teams to resolve missing data and improve drawing clarity.

TfL Retaining Wall Inspection – Carshalton High Street

Client: Transport for London | Location: London | Year: 2023

• Assessed wall condition based on inspection imagery and previous reports.
• Produced AutoCAD visuals showing damage extent and recommended sustainable repairs.
• Contributed to inspection documentation that prioritised remediation over reconstruction.

Banff and Macduff Footbridge – Carbon Analysis & Options Study

Client: Aberdeenshire Council | Location: UK | Year: 2022

• Developed parametric models to compare short vs long-span footbridge options.
• Evaluated carbon output and advised on cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
• Supported option selection through public consultation report input.

South Kyle Windfarm – Site Engineering & Setting Out Experience

Client: Vattenfall | Contractor: RJ McLeod | Location: UK | Year: 2020
Role: Contracting Civil Engineer Student (Placement)

• Shadowed site engineers and learned to carry out setting out using GPS, graded and non-graded lasers, and total stations.
• Supported road profiling and interpreted construction drawings to aid in layout and concrete pour monitoring.
• Maintained comprehensive records of site tasks, fostering reflective practice and construction traceability.
• Participated in technical meetings and prepared minutes, strengthening communication and documentation skills.
• Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams under strict deadlines and long working hours, managing task prioritization independently.
• Built positive working relationships with colleagues and contractors, actively engaging in technical discussions and learning conversations.

Barclays Office Development – Site Coordination & Progress Monitoring

Client: Barclays | Contractor: McLaughlin & Harvey | Location: Glasgow, UK | Year: 2019
Role: Trainee Engineer (Placement with Drum)

• Participated in the delivery of two large commercial buildings for Barclays in Glasgow, attending weekly site walks and progress meetings with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Observed and supported coordination between designers, contractors, subcontractors, and utility providers (e.g., Scottish Water).
• Gained insight into cost-effective problem solving and site issue resolution through close engagement with senior engineers.
• Developed awareness of construction timelines, resource planning, and funding distribution across phases.
• Strengthened communication and teamworking skills by engaging with multidisciplinary teams on-site and in planning discussions.