MUHAMMAD SAFDAR
Lahore
Summary
Experienced GIS Professional with over 13 years of expertise in geodatabase management, cadastral and parcel mapping, georeferencing, remote sensing, cartography, environmental sciences, photogrammetry, and GIS development. Proven leadership skills in diverse project environments, consistently delivering successful outcomes across various departments. Utilizes cutting-edge GIS techniques to design secure and efficient installations, provide technical feedback, and manage comprehensive data compilation, organization, and reporting. Proficient in integrated analysis and adept at producing high-quality maps and visualizations. Committed to leveraging GIS technology to drive informed decision-making, optimize operational efficiency, and achieve exceptional project results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GIS Expert
Terrasense Consulting Pvt. Ltd
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Transferred and rescaled information from aerial photographs to complete maps.
- Determined location and dimensions of objects.
- Presented GIS software systems and data collection methods via training courses.
- Collected, compiled or integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
- Used Geographic Information Systems technology and equipment to produce detailed maps.
- Generated data layers, tables and reports for use by corporate and government clients.
GIS Specialist
Federal Government Employees Housing Authority
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided technical recommendations and support documentation to aid in GIS process improvement.
- Contributed to centralized GIS portal and ArcGIS database, correctly inputting data on new job sites and revising data on changing conditions.
- Operated as primary point of contact for clients, providing GIS work order proposals with time-to-completion and budgeting estimates.
- Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
- Served as field operations manager and verified participants' compliance with established safety standards.
- Planned underwater GIS surveilling, imaging and data collection.
- Evaluated and enhanced current cartographic representations.
GIS Manager
Kernel Seeds Pvt.Ltd
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Initiated company-wide drive for advanced geospatial analytics adoption
- Produced compelling maps and graphics to simplify complex spatial data communication
- Conducted tailored needs assessments, delivering bespoke solutions
- Maintained precise geospatial data repositories for informed decision-making
- Provided GIS software training, enhancing staff proficiency
- Conduct spatial analysis to derive insights and patterns from geographic data
- Ensure data accuracy through rigorous verification and validation processes
- Maintained precise geodatabases for informed decisions
- Executed tasks including georeferencing, crop analysis, and real-time mapping
GIS Manager
PIU PDMA Government of The Punjab
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Surveyed and measured land surfaces to create useful and accurate descriptions
- Created thematic maps to present, organise and categorise survey data
- Generated high-quality GIS reports by compiling large quantities of data
- Advised on technical, aesthetic and economic aspects for well-informed map production
- Balanced mathematical accuracy with aesthetic and visual aspects of map development
- Conduct digital satellite imagery processing, georeferencing, digitization, cadastral and parcel mapping, and geo-database development in the ESRI environment
Jr GIS Professional
The Urban Unit USPMSU
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed GIS data preparation for multiple sectors in Islamabad
- Oversaw digital satellite imagery processing and georeferencing
- Conducted digitization of maps and satellite images for accurate representation
- Developed ESRI-based geodatabases for efficient data storage
- Supported field surveyors in cadastral and parcel mapping tasks
- Conduct spatial analysis to derive insights and patterns from geographic data
- Update and maintain spatial databases to ensure current information availability
- Ensure data accuracy through rigorous verification and validation processes
- Assisted senior GIS team in various projects
- Provided updates to Director General of Federal Government Employees Housing Authority
GIS Associate
Loyal Consultants
06.2012 - 03.2015
- Prepare parcel-based GIS data, cadastral mapping, and land use plans using geospatial technologies
- Conduct GPS surveys, collect spatial data, generate shapefiles, manage geodatabases, convert AutoCAD data to GIS format, and perform image classification and rectification
- Develop GIS base maps, reports, and a Geo-Database in the ESRI environment
- Managed spatial data storage systems, ensuring proper organization and accessibility for all team members
- Conducted advanced geospatial analyses to identify patterns and relationships within complex datasets
- Assisted in the preparation of technical documents, including user guides and tutorials for GIS software applications
- Ensure data accuracy through rigorous verification and validation processes
GIS Research Assistant
Institute of Space Technology
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Mapping snow cover variations over the Gilgit Hunza Basin and develop glacier and glacier lake inventories using geospatial techniques
- Conduct satellite imagery analysis and apply GIS research techniques for accurate mapping
- Generate detailed reports and inventories to support environmental monitoring and management efforts in the region
- Manage spatial databases for efficient organization and storage of geographic information
- Conduct spatial analysis to derive insights and patterns from geographic data
- Update and maintain spatial databases to ensure current information availability
- Ensure data accuracy through rigorous verification and validation processes
GIS Research Assistant
The Urban Unit USPMSU
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Conducted advanced geospatial analyses to identify patterns and relationships within complex datasets
- Use GPS devices to collect field data for identifying illegal encroachments
- Use GPS devices to collect field data for identifying Katchi Abadis
- Collecting existing spatial data on land parcels and land use
- Conducting field surveys using GPS technology to capture precise location data for land parcels
- Integrating all collected data into a GIS platform to create detailed maps of land parcels and land use patterns within Bahawalpur district
Planning Officer
Service Masters Pvt.Ltd
01.2012 - 02.2012
- Prepared Master Plan and detailed plot mapping for Elite Town Phases 1 and 2
- Created clear, visually appealing reports and presentations
- Reviewed architectural plans for local design compliance, recommending necessary modifications
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for large-scale projects, balancing priorities
- Conducted site analyses to identify challenges and optimize outcomes
- Utilized cadastral mapping, parcel mapping, georeferencing, geodatabases, and AutoCAD
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address community concerns
- Manage spatial databases for efficient organization and storage of geographic information
Education
GIS Research Assitant -
Institute of Space Technology
06.2014
MCs - GIS
University of the Punjab
07.2011
BSc - undefined
The Islamia University
08.2008
ICS - undefined
Government Post Graduate College
08.2006
Metric - undefined
Govt High School Dhani Mani Ram
08.2004
Skills
- GIS Data Management
- Decision Making
- Resourceful
- Web GIS
- Data Analysis
- Computer Science/IT
- Resilience
- Geostatistics
- Python
- Data analysis
- Data management
- Communication Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Team leadership
- Ability to work in a team
- Spatial analysis
- Remote sensing
- Land use planning
- Map creation
- Organizational skills
- Data gathering
- Team collaboration
- Terrain analysis
- Risk assessment
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Image processing
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- GPS navigation
- Map production
- Data collection
- Digitizing skills
- Database management
- Goal setting
- Problem-solving
- Geographic information systems
- Environmental science
- Cartography
- Data representation
- Data entry
- Multi-tasking
- Photogrammetry
Languages
English
Urdu
Punjabi
Hobbies and Interests
- Internet Surfing
- Book Reading
- Travelling
Certification
- ESRI Technical Certification, ArcGIS Desktop Professional - ESRI.
- ESRI Technical Certification, ArcGIS Desktop Associate - ESRI
- Exploring Planet Earth - Its Systems and Resources, Alison
- Ecology Studies - Ecosystem Ecology, Alison
- Diploma in Information Technology Management, Alison
- Diploma in Web Design, Alison
- Diploma in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript, Alison
- Diploma in Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Alison
- Marketing Strategies for Service Management, Alison
- Introduction to Sociology and Social Life, Alison
- Diploma in Project Management, Alison
- Complementary Communication Skills, Alison
- Diploma in Basic English for Business and Tourism, Alison
- Fundamentals of Economics, Alison
- Introduction to Remote Sensing, Geo University
- Digital Image Processing with OpenCV in Python, Geo University
- Hyperspectral Thermal Image Unmixing,Geo University
- Introduction to LaTeX, Geo University
- Remote Sensing Applications using the Hellenic National Sentinel Data Mirror Site, Geo University
- Creating Maps with R, LinkedIn Learning
- GIS for Climate Action, ESRI
- Learn the FOSS4g Stack: QGIS 3 Desktop,Geo University
- The Introduction to Geospatial Data Analysis with ChatGPT And- Google Earth Engine,United Nations University
- The Active And Passive Satellite Data Analysis Using Cloud Computing For Surface Water/Flood Mapping, United Nations University
- Forest above Ground Biomass Estimation Using Synthetic Aperture Radar in Synergy with Other Methods, Institute of Space Thechnology
- Diploma in Environmental Science, Alison
- Forest above Ground Biomass Estimation Using Synthetic Aperture Radar in Synergy with Other Methods Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad Pakistan
- Creating Maps with R - LinkedIn
Software
ArcGIS
ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Online
MS Office
Erdas Imagine
Google Earth Pro
QGIS
R
AutoCAD
GPS/DPGS
LaTEX
Adobe Reader
POSTGRES
Fugru
PhpStorm
Matlab
Timeline
GIS Expert
Terrasense Consulting Pvt. Ltd
12.2023 - 01.2025
GIS Specialist
Federal Government Employees Housing Authority
03.2021 - 12.2023
GIS Manager
Kernel Seeds Pvt.Ltd
05.2019 - 03.2021
GIS Manager
PIU PDMA Government of The Punjab
10.2017 - 04.2019
Jr GIS Professional
The Urban Unit USPMSU
04.2015 - 07.2017
GIS Research Assistant
Institute of Space Technology
06.2013 - 06.2014
GIS Associate
Loyal Consultants
06.2012 - 03.2015
GIS Research Assistant
The Urban Unit USPMSU
02.2012 - 06.2012
Planning Officer
Service Masters Pvt.Ltd
01.2012 - 02.2012
MCs - GIS
University of the Punjab
BSc - undefined
The Islamia University
ICS - undefined
Government Post Graduate College
Metric - undefined
Govt High School Dhani Mani Ram
GIS Research Assitant -
Institute of Space Technology
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