Ahmad Al- Araj, Senior Project Manager

Ahmad Al- Araj

Senior Project Manager

Pied Parker

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Communication & Electronic engineering
Experience
25 years, 4 months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :25 years, 4 months

Senior Project Manager at Pied Parker
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • My current job since February 2022

• Facilitate technical discussions with clients and internal teams to ensure high-quality project delivery. Collaborate with product and engineering teams, and other stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and execution.
• Act as a mentor to promote lean practices, mindsets, and goals among team members.
• Continuously identify and pursue opportunities to improve project execution by suggesting enhancements to existing workflows and processes.
• Build strong business relationships and make decisions that impact the success of assigned projects, including results, deadlines, and budget. Manage resources effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
• Leverage the technical expertise in various security/ELV systems (such as CCTV, ACS, PA, intercom systems, barriers, ANPR) and knowledge of different brands to provide optimal solutions to customers and address complex technical requirements of existing sites.
• Demonstrate commercial acumen and technical proficiency in the security system industry. Take a forward-thinking approach to drive business growth by developing multi-functional strategies that achieve long-term goals.
• Support the sales and estimation team, attend technical site surveys for brownfield jobs, and gather relevant technical and execution information to review tenders/contracts and technical and commercial proposals.
• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the activities of a front-line delivery team (such as engineers and technicians) to ensure quality service and flawless execution of contractual obligations.

Projects Manager – ELV & Parking Management systems at VALTRANS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS & SERVICES
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • November 2018 to January 2022

• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate assigned engineering work and ensure effective communication and coordination among the team.
• Meet with the Master project manager to agree on mobilization and coordination activities: weekly meetings, on-site offices, storage area, communication, and personal protective equipment.
• Allocate technicians and sites to the assigned supervisors
• Collaborate with the procurement department to ensure the timely availability of necessary material
• Assist in the development of project schedules and manpower requirements and ensure execution as per the schedule
• Prepare methods statements, submit them for client’s approval, and ensure adherence to the approved statements throughout the project
• Perform project engineering duties on small to medium-sized projects including ELV coordination
• Attend weekly meetings with the client project team and prepare weekly progress reports
• Recognize critical design issues and resolve them on time by making necessary design changes and obtaining required approvals
• Request from estimation engineer, new pricing for approved changes
• Report on issues that might affect the work progress as per the preset schedule, and when needed review schedules and priorities for optimization of time and resources
• Request inspections for testing and commissioning, and prepare catalogs and O&M upon obtaining the client's approval

Head of Department – ELV & Firefighting systems at Zener Steward Electromechincal
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • June 2013 to September 2018

• Oversee the overall operation of the ELV & Firefighting System department.
• Develop and implement departmental strategies, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Manage the department's budget and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members.
• Collaborate with other departments for effective communication and coordination.
• Manage and develop the department's team members.

Maintenance Manager at National Fire Fighting and Manufacturing FZCO (NAFFCO)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • May 2011 to March 2013

• Develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance program for firefighting equipment.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of all firefighting equipment and ensure proper maintenance and inspections.
• Manage a team of maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Coordinate with other departments to develop effective maintenance schedules.
• Implement a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track maintenance activities.
• Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Projects Manager – ELV Systems at Bahri & Mazroei Technical Systems
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • February 2002 to April 2011

• Develop project plans, manage project execution, and lead a team of engineers and technicians.
• Implement quality control measures and maintain compliance with specifications and standards.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and manage procurement processes.
• Ensure accurate documentation and monitor project costs.
• Implement safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment

Commission Engineer at Bahri & Mazroei Trading Co.
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • January 2003 to March 2003

Commission for :
1- Fire Alarm System ( Gent 34000)
2- Fire Alarm System ( Esser 8000)
3- Voice Evacuation System ( Orator)
4- Voice Evacuation System ( Evac System)

maintenance In- Charge at United Food Industries Corp.
  • Saudi Arabia - Eastern Province
  • October 1999 to January 2003

Full In-charge for the following
1- Low current system
2- control system
3- Pneumatic system
4- Machines
5- Spare parts stock

Maintenace Engineer at Communication & Control Company
  • Jordan
  • August 1998 to July 1999

Commission & install for :-
1- Fire Alarm system
2- Nurse Call System
3- Time Attendance
4- Telephone Central System

Education

Bachelor's degree, Communication & Electronic engineering
  • at Philadelphia University
  • June 1998

Specialties & Skills

Project Management
Cost Savings
Time Management
Risk Control
Operating System ( Windows 2000), MS Office,
MS Office
MS Project
Cost Control Management
Leadership
Project Management
Estimate, Design, technical adviser, Installation, Testing & commission for ELV System
Strategic Planning
project planning
project execution
project work
Office Management
Team Leadership
Time Management
Team Management
Marketing
Teamwork

Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
English
Expert

Memberships

American Academy Of Project Management
  • International Project Manager
  • September 2006

Training and Certifications

Certified International Project Manager (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2006
Valid Until:
September 2006
Basic Seminar of MoBotix AG ( Security- Vision- Systems) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2006
Valid Until:
September 2006