Alif Sanim
Urban Planner
Dhaka
Summary
Dynamic Urban Planner with 3+ years of experience in designing and implementing sustainable urban development projects. Adept at integrating land use, transportation planning, and community engagement to create functional and vibrant urban spaces. Proven track record in conducting comprehensive data analysis, developing master plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address complex urban challenges. Strong commitment to enhancing livability and promoting environmentally-friendly practices through innovative solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
PRC Enterprise
02.2021 - Current
- Specialized in economic zones and industrial development feasibility, masterplan and design drawing.
- Evaluated existing zoning regulations, recommending updates to better align with current community needs and goals.
- Incorporated climate resilience measures into planning efforts, safeguarding communities against potential impacts of natural disasters or climate change effects.
- Optimized land use patterns by identifying key growth opportunities and implementing strategic infill developments that fostered a sense of place.
- Developed presentations to demonstrate planning initiatives and research.
- Facilitated public meetings and workshops, gathering valuable input to inform the creation of community-driven master plans.
- Leveraged federal grants and private partnerships for funding support towards critical infrastructure improvements or revitalization efforts in targeted areas.
- Created comprehensive plans and designs for land use, zoning, buildings, utility systems and transportation for economic zones and industrial area.
- Conducted site assessments to verify plan accuracy and feasibility of proposed developments.
- Advocated for smart growth principles in urban planning processes, promoting compact, transit-oriented development that minimized sprawl while maximizing resource efficiency.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams of professionals to ensure efficient communication and progress throughout all stages of urban planning projects.
Junior Urban Planner
Access Asia Limited
4 2021 - 10.2021
- Survey operations monitoring
- Data Management Report preparation
- Data analysis and mapping.
Junior Urban Planner (Field)
Tiller Consultants
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Worked in the project IT based 'Smart Solid Waste and Faecal Sludge Management Systems in 61 municipalities of Bangladesh' a project initiated by DPHE and funded by Gates Foundation
- Collected primary data by field survey using Kobocollect and KoboToolbox
- Experienced the hygiene and sanitation condition of different municipalities
- Also studying their master plan and detailed area plans for further improvements
- Preparing updated maps of the areas.
Intern
Shamahar Consultancy (Pvt.) Ltd
04.2019 - 04.2019
- Developed the observation progress report on the Dhaka Water Supply Network Improvement Project (DWSNIP) for ADB
- Fixed compensation amount for street vendors during temporary development work.
Student Research Assistant
Euroconsult Mott-Macdonald
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Represented KUET as a team member of Mott-Macdonald in the Water as Leverage for Resilient Cities in Asia: Khulna Area
- A project by RVO Netherlands
- Performed data collection procedures like Focused group discussion, Key Informant Interview and collaboration with local government authorities
- Designed possible solution
- Presented the 3D model and pitched the idea.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Management
Jahangirnagar University
Dhaka, Bangladesh 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning - Climate Change and Built Environment
Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET)
SSC and HSC Certificate - undefined
Saint Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka
Skills
GIS and Remote Sensing
Satellite Image Processing
AutoCAD proficiency
Zoning regulations
Infrastructure Planning
Stakeholder Collaboration
Real estate development
Public policy development
Municipal design
Site analysis
Transportation Planning
Water Resource Management
ArcGIS expertise
Urban Design
Land Use Planning
Smart city planning
Site Inspection
Operations Management
Organizational Management
Team Leadership
Operations Monitoring
Publications
Conference Paper, RISK ASSESSMENT OF ACCIDENTAL FIRE BREAKDOWN: A STUDY ON AN URBAN AREA, KHULNA CITY CORPORATION, FSE- 4236, 5th International Conference of Civil Engineers and Sustainable Development (ICCESD 2020)
Extracurricular Activities
- Student Research Assistant, at Water as Leverage for resilient cities of Asia, Khulna Bnagladesh.
- Trainer and CEO, Design Integrated Society of KUET (DISK) a skill development club.
- Assistant General Secretary, URP Association, KUET
- Head of Operations, Plannation (The first ever Urban Planning Competition in Bangladesh)
- Prefect (School & College), Saint Joseph Higher Sec. School, Dhaka.
- President, Josephite Drama Group.
- Vice president, Scientila Science Club, Saint Joseph Higher Sec. School.
Affiliations
Member of Bangladesh Institute of Planners
MBIP#2221
Timeline
Co-Founder
PRC Enterprise
02.2021 - Current
Junior Urban Planner (Field)
Tiller Consultants
08.2020 - 11.2020
Intern
Shamahar Consultancy (Pvt.) Ltd
04.2019 - 04.2019
Student Research Assistant
Euroconsult Mott-Macdonald
05.2018 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Management
Jahangirnagar University
04.2001 -
Junior Urban Planner
Access Asia Limited
4 2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning - Climate Change and Built Environment
Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET)
SSC and HSC Certificate - undefined
Saint Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka