Dr. Hamid Zaman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hamid Zaman is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. He holds a PhD in Construction Engineering and Management from the same university, obtained in 2016, and has also earned a Master's degree in Transportation Engineering in 2010 and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in 2001 from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology. His research interests include Urban Engineering and Operations, Infrastructure Management, Process Improvement, Decision Analysis, and Optimization, as well as Project Management. Zaman has held various roles in industry, including Director of Capital Planning for the Ministry of Health in Alberta and Manager of HR/PD at PCL Construction Inc. His work experience also includes significant positions with the City of Edmonton, where he managed drainage services and waste services. Throughout his career, Zaman has published numerous refereed journal articles and has been actively involved in presenting his research at various conferences. He is dedicated to advancing the field of engineering through both teaching and practical contributions to the industry.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching courses related to Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Director

2025-01-01 — Present

Capital Planning, Ministry of Health, Government of Alberta •

Leading capital planning efforts in the healthcare sector.

Manager HR/PD

2023-01-01 — 2025-01-01

PCL Construction Inc. •

Managing human resources and professional development initiatives.

General Supervisor (Engineering Manager)

2017-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Waste Services, City of Edmonton • Edmonton, AB

Oversaw engineering projects in waste services.

Operations Engineer

2015-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Drainage Services, City of Edmonton • Edmonton, AB

Managed operations and maintenance activities for drainage services.

Graduate Researcher Teaching Assistant

2008-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Assisted in teaching engineering courses and conducted research.

Director

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Steelmark Buildings Ltd •

Managed steel construction projects.

Director

2003-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Uttaran Structural Designers Ltd. •

Oversaw structural design projects.

Project Manager

2001-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Saif Ul Haque Sthapati •

Managed construction projects.

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management