Rubaiyat Khondker
Rubaiyat is a technical leader specializing in building product performance evaluation, code compliance, certification pathways, and materials testing across a wide range of construction systems.
Experience
As Technical Manager for the Product Testing Group within the Building Science department at Element Oakville, Rubaiyat manages daily operations of building product testing activities and supports clients with developing testing protocols, identifying certification pathways, and conducting cost analyses. He works closely with regulatory bodies, industry committees, and manufacturers to ensure that materials meet North American code and compliance requirements.
His expertise includes performance evaluation, physical properties testing, material characterization, failure analysis, and forensic/litigation support. Rubaiyat is also an active participant in standards development committees, contributing to future testing methodologies and regulatory frameworks.
Career Highlights
- Provided services to CCMC, CGSB, CSA, ICC-ES, APA, MIL FED, CAN/ULC, ABAA, AAMA, ANSI, ASTM, EN, PIMA
- Extensive experience in thermal, moisture, mechanical, weathering, fire, and corrosion testing of building materials
- Evaluated insulation materials, mineral fiber products, EPS/XPS, PIR boards, foamed glass, aerogel, concrete, OSB, plywood, lumber, gypsum, metals, coated aluminum, roofing materials, windows, textiles, EIFS, adhesives, vapor/air barriers, sealants, and more
Qualifications and Credentials
Qualifications
- Master of Applied Science, Materials Science & Engineering – McMaster University (2006)