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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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Total Years of Experience:  25 Years, 4 Months   

February 2022 To Present

Senior Project Manager

at Pied Parker
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
• 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.
November 2018 To January 2022

Projects Manager – ELV & Parking Management systems

at VALTRANS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS & SERVICES
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
• 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
June 2013 To September 2018

Head of Department – ELV & Firefighting systems

at Zener Steward Electromechincal
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
• 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.
May 2011 To March 2013

Maintenance Manager

at National Fire Fighting and Manufacturing FZCO (NAFFCO)
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
• 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.
February 2002 To April 2011

Projects Manager – ELV Systems

at Bahri & Mazroei Technical Systems
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
• 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
January 2003 To March 2003

Commission Engineer

at Bahri & Mazroei Trading Co.
Location : United Arab Emirates - Dubai
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)
October 1999 To January 2003

maintenance In- Charge

at United Food Industries Corp.
Location : Saudi Arabia - Eastern Province
Full In-charge for the following
1- Low current system
2- control system
3- Pneumatic system
4- Machines
5- Spare parts stock
August 1998 To July 1999

Maintenace Engineer

at Communication & Control Company
Location : Jordan
Commission & install for :-
1- Fire Alarm system
2- Nurse Call System
3- Time Attendance
4- Telephone Central System

Education

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June 1998

Bachelor's degree, Communication & Electronic engineering

at Philadelphia University
Location : Amman- Jordan, Jordan

Specialties & Skills

Project Management

Cost Savings

Time Management

Risk Control

Operating System ( Windows 2000), MS Office,

MS Project

Cost Control Management

Leadership

Project Management

Estimate, Design, technical adviser, Installation, Testing & commission for ELV System

project planning

project execution

project work

Office Management

Team Leadership

Time Management

Team Management

Marketing

Teamwork

Strategic Planning

Languages

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Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Memberships

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Organization : American Academy Of Project Management
Membership/Role : International Project Manager
Member since : September 2006

Training and Certifications

Certified International Project Manager ( Certificate )

Issued in: September 2006 Valid Until: - September 2006

Basic Seminar of MoBotix AG ( Security- Vision- Systems) ( Certificate )

Issued in: September 2006 Valid Until: - September 2006

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As Eastern Area Sales Engineer in NAFFCO

By Suleiman Hasaan (COLLEAGUE) on 10-04-2013
"Eng, Ahmad has a wide knowledge about ELV Systems & has professional Management skills. What makes him unique the way he deals with his team. He is full of energy and just concentrating on his goals."

As Area Manager in BMTS

By Fayyad Al Sadi (MANAGER) on 28-05-2011
"Ahmed is very active & have very good knowdege about ELV systems. He know his job perfectly & he is not looking to the time but his goal always to comp;let his job .He have very good skill & know how to deal with his collegs & customer , have excellent spirit & would like always to give the maximum of his capacity ."

As Insurance officer in mbc

By Ahmad Hunter (CLIENT) on 04-05-2011
"To Whom It May Concern: It is a distinct pleasure to recommend to you Mr.Ahmad Al Araj. Ahmad has a zest for life and has a variety of interests. He can relate to people in many ways and on many levels, and would have made a great project management executive. In fact, Ahmad’s people skills have saved the day for on more than one occasion."

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