Mohammad Pourmeydani
About Mohammad Pourmeydani
Mohammad Pourmeydani is a Project Manager specializing in Intelligent Transportation Systems at Ouster, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in transport planning and project management, with experience at various institutions including Technical University Munich and The University of British Columbia.
Current Role at Ouster
Mohammad Pourmeydani serves as a Project Manager in Intelligent Transportation Systems at Ouster since 2022. In this role, he manages various projects related to intelligent transportation, focusing on enhancing traffic systems through innovative technologies. His responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. He plays a crucial role in the adoption of Lidar technology, which improves traffic actuation and Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures.
Previous Experience in Transportation Planning
Prior to his current position, Pourmeydani worked as a Project Manager - Transportation Planner & Modeller at The University of British Columbia from 2019 to 2022. His work involved developing transportation models and planning strategies for various projects. He also briefly served as a Transportation Planner at Railistics GmbH in 2013. Earlier in his career, he was an Assistant in Transport Planning at Technical University Munich from 2010 to 2012, where he gained foundational experience in transport planning.
Educational Background
Pourmeydani holds a Bachelor's Degree in City Planning from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (Middle East Technical University), where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He furthered his education at Technical University of Munich, earning a Master's degree in Transportation Systems from 2010 to 2013. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in urban planning and transportation systems.
Contributions to Vision Zero Initiatives
In his current role, Pourmeydani contributes to Vision Zero initiatives by generating data-driven reports that encompass multimodal counts, speeds, and surrogate safety analytics. These reports are instrumental in promoting safer transportation systems and reducing traffic-related incidents. His focus on data analytics supports informed decision-making in transportation planning.
Strategic Project Management Skills
Pourmeydani identifies growth prospects within the Intelligent Transportation Systems sector through strategic project management. He manages both national and international projects, emphasizing client onboarding and relationship building. His expertise in project management allows him to navigate complex transportation challenges and deliver effective solutions.