Muhammad Atif Ejaz PMP®, LSSGB, M.Eng. (+1) 437-267-0431

Niagara Region, Ontario - Open to relocation to Ottawa atifejaz_5@hotmail.com

Professional Summary:

Results-driven Senior Project Coordinator / Project Controls Professional with over 10 years of experience delivering large-scale capital, pharmaceutical, and industrial projects valued up to $1.2 billion. Proven expertise in project planning, scheduling, change management, cost control, and documentation governance, achieving measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Analytical and solutions-focused, skilled at interpreting complex project data, conducting root-cause analysis, and driving data-informed decisions to optimize schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies. Recognized for improving project transparency and turnaround time through process streamlining, Power BI dashboards, and stakeholder collaboration.

Proficient in Power BI, MS Project, SharePoint, SAP, and Microsoft 365 collaboration tools, with a continuous-improvement mindset supported by PMP®, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and a Master’s in Engineering Management.

Core Competencies:

Project Management & Coordination

Technical & Analytical Skills

Financial & Reporting Skills

Cost Estimation & Budget Tracking | Procurement Support & Vendor Evaluation | Billing & Invoicing Accuracy (Gate Three) | Executive & Client Report Preparation | Cost & Forecasting.

Education & certifications:

Masters in Engineering Management. (M. Eng.) 2022 – 2023

University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Bachelor in Electronics, Electronics Engineering (BS Electronics). 2005 - 2008

Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology

Project Management Professionals (PMP) 2023

Project Management Institute | PMI

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) 2020

Accreditation Service for Certifying Bodies, LLC | ASCB

Professional Experiences:

EllisDon Corporation – Project Controls Coordinator May 2023 – Present | Port Colborne, Ontario

Project: $1.2 B - Asahi Kasei EV Battery Separator Plant

Managed project controls for the $1.2B Asahi Kasei EV Battery Separator Plant, overseeing the full change management cycle across CSA, MEP, and I&C disciplines.
Developed and deployed an interactive Power BI dashboard to monitor project changes and financial impacts, reducing client approval turnaround time by 30%.
Chaired weekly change management meetings with clients and subcontractors to align on scope clarifications, quotations, and schedule impacts, improving transparency and collaboration.
Streamlined subcontractor billing workflows in Gate Three, ensuring error-free invoicing, timely verification, and on-schedule payment cycles.
Partnered with schedulers and cost engineers to align Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics with budget forecasts, enhancing accuracy of monthly project reports.
Action-driven coordination led to measurable efficiency gains and faster management decisions.
Maintained and updated risk register to monitor mitigation progress.

Project: $361 - M Sanofi Pasteur – Project Coordinator (Vaccine Facility) Toronto, Ontario

Regulated vaccine facility

Supported PM in EVM reporting and risk register updates for monthly executive dashboards.
Supported the delivery of a $361M vaccine production facility under strict regulatory requirements.
Re-engineered billing and RFI tracking processes, reducing administrative delays by 25% and accelerating consultant response times.
Identified and mitigated critical path risks through scenario planning, reducing potential schedule delays by 15%.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time submission of RFIs, drawings, and change approvals.
Monitored project documentation and assisted the PM in budget reconciliation and progress reporting.
Consistently delivered results that improved workflow efficiency and supported executive reporting.

ETSCHS – Project Engineer 2016 – 2022

Planned and executed security and industrial automation projects across multiple sites.
Supervised installation teams and material inspections to maintain quality and safety standards.
Led coordination meetings to mitigate schedule risks and resource conflicts.
Demonstrated high attention to detail during inspections and commissioning, identifying minor installation deviations before client walkthroughs and ensuring zero rework.
Developed and implemented Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), test checklists, and compliance procedures.
Achieved 100% client acceptance on final inspections and reduced rework through early issue identification.

Electronia Ltd – Senior Project Coordinator 2012 – 2016

Managed full-cycle delivery of integrated security systems for government and private sector clients
Directed cross-functional teams to deliver access-control and security projects valued at $10M+.
Coordinated with vendors and subcontractors for material supply, daily execution, and technical resolution.
Developed QA/QC procedures for component inspection and in-process testing, reducing rework by 35%.
Created standardized reporting templates and change-control logs for improved traceability.
Mentored junior technicians in troubleshooting and compliance best practices.

Tamimi Global Company – Project Coordinator 2010 – 2011

Maintained RFI, vendor, and change logs to support documentation accuracy.
Collaborated with site supervisors and engineers to implement quality measures into daily workflows.
Reviewed contracts and drawings to validate technical requirements and contributed to audit readiness through detailed record-keeping.
Conducted site inspections and QA audits ensuring work met ISO 9001 standards.
Assisted in reviewing drawings, specifications, and contracts for compliance.

Additional Information:

Valid Ontario G-Class Driver’s License.
Available to travel for work.