Rayya Karaa
About Rayya Karaa
Rayya Karaa is a Senior VDC Project Manager at DPR Construction, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in engineering and project management, having held various roles in companies such as HYDRELEC S.A.R.L, Suffolk Construction, and WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff.
Current Role at DPR Construction
Rayya Karaa serves as a Senior VDC Project Manager at DPR Construction, a position held since 2020 in Austin, Texas. In this role, Karaa actively fosters a culture of continuous improvement by utilizing advanced technologies and methodologies in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) projects. Karaa has implemented lean methodologies that have resulted in significant cost savings and enhanced project outcomes.
Previous Experience in Construction Management
Prior to joining DPR Construction, Rayya Karaa held various positions in the construction industry. Karaa worked at Suffolk Construction as a Project Manager for six months in 2018 and as a BIM/VDC Manager for one year from 2017 to 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. Karaa also served as a Partner and General Manager at HYDRELEC S.A.R.L in Beirut, Lebanon, from 2019 to 2020.
Educational Background
Rayya Karaa has a diverse educational background. Karaa earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from the American University of Beirut, studying from 2010 to 2015. Karaa also attended summer schools at Harvard University, Tufts University, and Boston University, focusing on Mathematics and Economics, CAD/CAM/CAE, and Statistics, respectively, during 2012 and 2014.
Internship Experience
In 2014, Rayya Karaa completed a two-month internship at Parsons Brinckerhoff in Boston, Massachusetts. This experience provided Karaa with foundational insights into the construction and engineering sectors, contributing to the development of skills relevant to future roles in project management and engineering.
Professional Development and Interests
Rayya Karaa is committed to professional development and staying informed about the latest trends in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. Karaa's passion for innovation drives efforts to integrate new technologies and methodologies into projects, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in construction management.