Afaque Akhtar, MEP Manager

Afaque Akhtar

MEP Manager

Samsung C&T

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Master's degree, Construction Managemnt
Experience
22 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :22 years, 5 Months

MEP Manager at Samsung C&T
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since June 2017

Project to Credit
• Riyadh Metro - a rapid transit system serving the city of Riyadh. It consists of 6 metro lines spanning a total length of 176 kilometers with 85 stations. The project cost $22.5 billion to build.
• Client: - Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
Key Responsibilities:
• Handpicked to lead the Riyad Metro Project, spearheading all technical aspects, ensuring strict compliance with Conditions of Contract, Specifications, Drawings, and BOQ.
• Offering technical superiority and empowering project teams, facilitating smooth project execution, and resolving technical challenges effectively.
• Establishing seamless communication channels with clients and subcontractors, fostering productive relationships, and ensuring project objectives were met.
• Controlling the project's progress, leveraging expertise in all facets of MEP construction projects across diverse functions including design, installation, and coordination with other trades.
• Planning and coordinating work on a very large project. Bringing advanced technical expertise to bear effectively on the engineering efforts, overseeing all design matters, and facilitating cohesive collaboration among multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects within stipulated timelines and budgets.
• Enforcing compliance with industry standards, international codes, and customer requirements, driving excellence in installation, manufacturing, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Taking full ownership of the project delivery, performing rigorous quality checks and approval procedures, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
• Prioritizing on-time deliveries within pre-set parameters, implementing innovative technical delivery processes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of design deliverables, and optimizing time, cost, and quality parameters.
• Conducting comprehensive financial, technical, and operational risk assessments, and providing strategic advice on risk mitigation strategies, opportunities, and potential hazards.

Project Manager at Drake & Scull International
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • May 2013 to May 2017

Project to Credit
• King Saud University Endowment
Key Responsibilities:
• Proven track record of spearheading multimillion-dollar projects to successful completion, commanded all aspects of project execution, from initial planning and budgeting to final delivery, while ensuring adherence to strict quality, safety, and timeline.
• Spearheaded a team of project professionals in the successful completion of high-profile projects, within constraints of timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Enabled teams to achieve project milestones by devising comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Enforced mechanisms to monitor project progress and performance, proactively identifying and addressing any issues or deviations from the plan to keep projects on track.
• Compiled and presented regular reports to senior management, providing updates on project status, budget variances, schedule deviations, and safety records.
• Collaborated with clients, engineers, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Offered thought leadership and mentorship to project team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Analyzed project requirements and specifications to develop detailed activity networks for resource planning and scheduling.
• Reviewed contracts and contract documents to confirm budget allocations, project milestones, and deliverables, negotiating changes or amendments as necessary.
• Attended and actively participated in project meetings, including MEP meetings, to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure effective communication among stakeholders.
• Managed project finances, including requisitions, payments, lien releases, and payroll, to optimize cash flow and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Championed all aspects of project design to ensure timely delivery within budget, collaborating closely with estimators, quantity surveyors, site managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Provided recommendations for follow-on actions to optimize project outcomes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Responsively addressed all technical correspondence from clients and subcontractors, ensuring prompt resolution of inquiries and concerns to maintain project momentum.
• Monitored construction sites in alignment with design specifications, and proactively identified and addressed discrepancies to maintain project integrity and quality standards.
• Successfully planned, managed, and coordinated all design aspects of the Riyadh Metro Project, facilitating smooth collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely project completion within budgetary constraints.

Head of the Department at Kabbani Construction Group
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • June 2008 to May 2013

Project to Credit
• King Abdullah University of Science & Technology
Key Responsibilities:
• Spearheaded comprehensive analysis of electrical features in plans and specifications, ensuring thorough familiarity with contract requirements.
• Meticulously reviewed and approved drawings and various material submittals, guaranteeing compliance with client standards.
• Orchestrated seamless coordination with suppliers, meticulously tracking material delivery to ensure adherence to project timelines.
• Engaged in productive meetings with client representatives to review instructions and monitor project progress, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Proactively identified and implemented corrective actions to address any project discrepancies or deviations from the plan, ensuring project success.
• Provided expert guidance to staff, facilitating effective execution of assigned tasks and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Developed detailed time schedules and budgets, crafting integrated project plans to optimize resource allocation and project efficiency.
• Conducted thorough evaluations of offers from both foreign and local material suppliers and subcontractors, selecting the most suitable options to meet client needs.
• Analyzed periodic progress reports, meticulously comparing actual progress with planned milestones, and implemented corrective measures as necessary to ensure project success.
• Played a pivotal role in the tendering process by providing design input and contributed to successful project bids, leveraging persuasive communication skills and in-depth industry knowledge to secure lucrative opportunities.
• Analyzed and ensured that all designs complied with regulatory requirements and client specifications, and conducted thorough financial, technical, and operational risk assessments to mitigate potential hazards and optimize project outcomes.
• Conducted regular meetings with main contractors and consultants to address technical issues and implement corrective actions, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and strategic decision-making abilities.

Project Engineer at Saudi Oger Co. Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia
  • October 2006 to May 2008

Project Handled:
• KJO (Aramco Gulf Operations), Al-Khafji

Electrical Engineer at Shade Corporation Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • May 2005 to October 2006

Project Handled:
• Aramco Gulf Operation, Al-Khafji

Electrical Engineer at Roto Power Project Pvt. Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia
  • December 2001 to May 2005

Education

Master's degree, Construction Managemnt
  • at Birmingham City University
  • May 2023
Master's degree, Project management
  • at sikkim manipal university
  • March 2013
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
  • at Magadh University
  • March 2001

Specialties & Skills

Engineering
Technical Understanding
Technical Issues
Quality Assurance
Project Management
Quality Assurance/Control
Resource Optimization
Client/Stakeholder Interface
Construction Management
ASSEMBLY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
ENGINEER
FIELD ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY
INSPECTION
MAINTENANCE
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
PROJECT MANAGER
TESTING
Cost Estimation
Communication Skills
Project Planning/Execution
Technical Consultancy & Reporting
Multi-disciplinary Team Coordination
Risk Management
Service Delivery & Performance
Site Management
Contracts Management
Solving Engineering Problems
Project Tracking/Reporting
Conflict Resolution
Technical Understanding
MEP Coordination
Project Initiation & Delivery
Analytical Skills

Languages

Hindi
Expert
Urdu
Native Speaker
Arabic
Intermediate
English
Expert

Memberships

Saudi Council of engineers.
  • Promote engineering profession, facilitate engineers and engineering establishments to reach ideal s
  • May 2012

Training and Certifications

Saudi Aramco Schedule Q (Certificate)
PMP (Certificate)
RMP (Certificate)