Ilham Elsayed Awad Elhijazi, Head of Tenders and Technical Department

Ilham Elsayed Awad Elhijazi

Head of Tenders and Technical Department

MAK Construction CO. LTD

Location
Sudan
Education
Bachelor's degree, Architecture
Experience
19 years, 7 months

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Total years of experience :19 years, 7 months

Head of Tenders and Technical Department at MAK Construction CO. LTD
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • My current job since February 2020

Control and coordination of all company projects.
Preparation of Tenders Documents including Technical and Commercial Proposals.
Preparation of Contracts (Sub- Contractors and Projects), Payments of various projects, Projects’ schedules and Technical documents as required of all projects.
Quantity Survey and Pricing of various types of projects.
Technical office Management, Preparation and Control of Technical drawings and documents, and Updating Company Profile.
Coordination between the company and other concerned organizations.

Engineering and Operation Manager at Ahmed Nour Projects Management
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • May 2018 to February 2019

Management of PMO including (Engineering, Commercial, Planning, Design and Build Departments).
Design management, Review of designs, Specifications as per Clients' objectives.
Check-up of all tender documents, Contracts (FIDIC) and review the projects’ cost estimate.
Review of projects’ schedules and cash flows.
Follow- up projects’ on site progress as per approved baselines (scope, schedule and cost).
Preparation of weekly PMO KPI.

Technical Office at Shawahig Engineering CO. LTD
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • January 2016 to March 2018

• Technical office Management, Preparation and Control of Shop drawings and Technical documents, and Reports,
• Modifications of architectural design to suit projects’ requirements.
• Design Coordination between services and coordination between main contractor and sub- contractors.

Head of Tenders and Technical Department at MAK Construction CO. LTD
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • June 2014 to January 2016

• Preparation of Tenders Documents including Technical and Commercial Proposals.
• Preparation of Contracts (Sub- Contractors and Projects), Payments of various projects, Projects’ schedules and Technical documents concerning projects.
• Quantity Survey and Pricing of various types of projects.
• Technical office Management, Preparation and Control of Technical drawings and documents, and Updating Company Profile.
• Coordination between the company and other concerned organizations.

Technical Architect at Tabark Aluminum and Construction Factory
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • April 2014 to June 2014

Design and Shop drawings

Technical Architect at Elayasmine Residence
  • Sudan
  • May 2013 to July 2013

shop drawings, quantity survey, reports and correspondence

Architect at Other
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • March 2010 to May 2013

Key Responsibilities:
• Established design goals and project milestones, reviewed and approved project cost, prepared management and council reports for the same.
• Identified roles, responsibilities, tasks and timeliness for different functional team members to achieve project objective and effectiveness and effectively conducted site inspections to ensure the design meets the same.
• Oversaw techniques involved in tender drawings and use of precision technical plans, blueprints and models.
• Collated and analyzed data pertaining to various performance and business parameters to plan and effect turnkey business solutions, aimed at enhancing profitability, throughput and system responses.
• Enhanced operational efficiency and associated KPIs in all designations by increasing operational efficiency and streamlined processes.
• Tracked project developments to ensure overall quality of deliverables, its adherence to project time lines as well as financial bottom-lines.

Project Coordinator at Drake & Scull International for Contracting
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • October 2008 to March 2010

Key Responsibilities:
• Designed and drafted mechanical drawings for HVAC System including air conditioning/FCU, ventilation duct layout, chilled water/condensate pipe layout, fire fighting layout under supervision of mechanical designer.
• Drafted as built drawings, builders’ work drawings, identified project deficiencies affecting quality and safety requirements to implement corrective measures thus ensuring smooth functioning, timely completion of the project within specified budget.
• Coordinated various services, arranged ceiling devices layout designs and provided electrical services to meet project requirements.
• Monitored and coordinated processes, evaluations and plans, to guarantee successful completion of the project within the scheduled deadline. Reviewed and redrafted drawing submissions to ensure conformance to project specifications and scope.
• Oversaw the purchase of construction materials, executed payment to suppliers and ensured timely delivery of materials at site to avoid unscheduled stoppages in construction activities.
• Maintained highest standards of quality on deliverables according to envisaged implementation methodology and ensured efficient site handover to the client.

Key Projects Handled:
• Wahat Alkhartoum Project.
• Central Cooling Plant Project.

Designer, Site Coordinator & Supervisor at GoldStar Factory
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • May 2007 to August 2008

Key Responsibilities:
• Formulated partitions and gypsum ceilings layout design, site usage drawings and provided plans/details modifications pertaining to site situation and measurements.
• Liaised with designers/consultants, project team, main/sub-contractors, site/office team, and head office engaged in the project.
• Conducted site inspections and evaluated site partitions/gypsum ceilings layouts. Followed up changes on design layout and details, materials delivery/storage on site to meet the project requirements.
• Coordinated all onsite activities of the project and handled materials reconciliation to guarantee project progress in accordance with the approved construction schedule.
• Estimated the materials quantities, analyzed material requisition for use at the construction site, placed order for the same and handled quality control/safety matters on the site.
• Monitored site labor force, and the work of subcontractors and project team to ensure all project needs are delivered in time in alignment with contract strategy.
• Ascertained procedural adherence. Resolved any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that arose.
• Performed general office functions and responded to correspondence i.e. letters, faxes, memo, etc., related to the project, maintained filing system, handled distribution of all incoming/outgoing documents.

Key Projects Handled:
• Project Site No. (1): Ministry of National Defense (Tower No. 2)
• Project Site No. (2): Ministry of High Education & Scientific Research

Architect at CMC Di Ravenna- Sudan Branch
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • February 2006 to May 2007

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepared project proposal document, concept design, architectural specifications and related execution drawings in compliance with organizational guidelines/client requirements.
• Articulated architectural vision, conceptualized and experimented with alternative architectural approaches, created models, component and interface specification documents in line with requirements/assumptions.
• Reviewed project drawings to ensure adherence to specifications and standards related to small/medium sized domestic and industrial projects.
• Liaised with local authorities to obtain necessary permissions. Controlled architectural life-cycle vis-à-vis the project life-cycle, pro-actively monitoring project schedule to enforce adherence to envisaged time-frames.
• Provided technical expertise/guidance in preparation and architecture of efficient data sets, layouts, work statements, drawings and delivery schedules.
• Drafted tenders for various services/products, evaluated responses and advised vendors/contractors for changes.
• Prepared monthly progress reports for site installations, inspections reports, communication letter for main contractor, sub-contractor and designers.
• Ensured coordination between departments, local authorities/clients, applied functional expertise and maintained proper documentation of projects.

Previous Professional Experience:
• Jul ‘05 -Dec ‘05: Quantity Surveyor + CAD Operator, CMC Di Ravenna- Sudan Branch.
- Project: Borg Al-Fateh.
• 2004-2005: Assistant Teacher, Faculty of Engineering & Architecture - Department of Architecture, University of Khartoum.

Quantity Surveyor, CAD Operator at Cmc di Ravenna- Sudan Branch
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • July 2005 to December 2005

Key Responsibilities: Quantity Survey of: Floors, facades, landscape areas, internal and external finishing materials, concrete and steel quantities.

Teacher Assistant at University of Khartoum- Faculty of Architecture
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • November 2004 to June 2005

Key Responsibilities: Studio work reflected in:
• Students’ projects criticism, submission and marking.
• Supervision, submission and marking of practical assignments for construction subjects.
• Construction seminars supervision, coordination and presentation.
• Examinations and tests supervision.
• Field visits coordination.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Architecture
  • at University of Khartoum
  • September 2004

Other Trainings and Certifications: • 2001: Zero training at University of Khartoum. • 2002: Training with Arab Contractors Company, Egypt.

Specialties & Skills

Design Coordination
Project Coordination
Project Management
Architectural Design
Team Management
Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management, Site Management, Contract Administration
Project Planning & Scheduling, Quality Control, Tender Management
Materials Management, Safety Mgmt., Reviewing Shop Drawings, Contractual Negotiations
Client & Supplier Negotiations, Design Development, Scheduling, Critical Path Management
Leadership, Team Building, Motivational Skills, Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Analytical Skills, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Decision Making & Problem Solving Skills
Computer Related Skills: MS Office Application & Internet Usage
AutoCAD, Adobe: Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Corel Draw, AutoDesk 3DS Maz/VIZ

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Spanish
Beginner

Memberships

Sudan Engineering Council
  • Gradute Engineer
  • October 2005

Training and Certifications

Summer Trainning (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2002
Valid Until:
August 2002

Hobbies

  • Handicrafts
  • Swimming