Salma Jaawani

• Ensured compliance with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards through thorough review of plans and specifications using drywall solutions.
• Assisted drafters in developing design of drywall products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software.
• Supported sales team by providing technical expertise during client consultations, showcasing insulation and drywall products and services to potential customers.
• Technical support to product managers in launching new products and improving existing ones.
• Laboratory activities where new drywall solutions are tested to respond to market needs.
• Promoted sustainability initiatives by recommending eco-friendly insulation materials when appropriate, contributing to a greener future for clients and the environment.
• Collected data and worked on drafts of new EPDs.

• Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
• Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding the different uses of recycled asphalt pavement:

− Jaawani, S.; Franco, A.; De Luca, G.; Coppola, O.; Bonati, A. Limitations on the Use of Recycled Asphalt Pavement in Structural Concrete. Applied Sciences 2021, 11, doi:10.3390/app112210901.

− Jaawani, S.; Franco, A.; De Luca, G.; Coppola, O.; Bonati, A. Durability of concrete containing Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP). In Proceedings of the 2nd fib Symposium on Concrete and Concrete Structures "The future of concrete structures: towards resilience and technological innovation", Roma, 18-19 November 2021.

− Jaawani, S.; Franco, A.; De Luca, G.; Coppola, O.; Bonati, A. A Preliminary Study on the Use of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) in Mortars. In Proceedings of Italian Concrete Conference 2022, September 2023.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
• Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.

• Supported project managers with cost estimation, allowing for more informed decision making during the bidding process.
• Evaluated existing structures to identify potential weaknesses or areas requiring renovation, minimizing risk of failure or collapse.
• Assisted in the preparation of permit applications, coordinating with local authorities to ensure code compliance and timely approvals.
• Enhanced structural designs by applying advanced engineering techniques and utilizing cutting-edge software.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary coordination meetings with architects, MEP engineers, and other stakeholders for seamless integration of all building systems into final designs.