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Ahmed Gawad, Senior Steel Structural Engineer

Ahmed Gawad

Senior Steel Structural Engineer·Dar Al-Handasah, KSA

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 15 years, 6 months

Senior Steel Structural Engineer

January 2025 - Present

Dar Al-Handasah, KSA

Mecca, Saudi Arabia

January 2025 - Present

• Supervised structural steel works on-site, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and
codes.
• Reviewed and approved shop drawings, structural calculations, method statements, RFIs, SPRs, and material
submittals.
• Conducted inspections, issued NCRs/Site Instructions, and ensured timely closure of corrective actions.
• Provided technical guidance and support for on-site construction teams, ensuring efficient execution of work.
• Coordinated with contractors, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and site
clashes.
• Witnessed structural/load testing and supported project handover.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering

Lead Structural Engineer

April 2021 - January 2025

Albawani

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

April 2021 - January 2025

• Prepared RFP documents and letters specifying a clear scope for procurement activities.
• Reviewed steel supplier quotations to ensure compliance with project specifications and criteria.
• Conducted thorough evaluations of steel suppliers by reviewing prequalifications, visiting factories to assess
capacity and capability, and determining supplier suitability based on project demands.
• Checked all technical submissions from steel suppliers, including shop drawings, design models, design
calculations, and IFC models, ensuring completeness, safety, and high quality before submission to consultants
and clients.
• Managed technical and coordination meetings between steel suppliers, consultants, and clients, and attended key technical discussions.
• Handled variation orders from steel suppliers, verifying the validity of quantities and supporting documents.
• Conducted detailed analysis and engineering calculations to ensure the integrity, durability, and safety of facade
systems, focusing on wind load, thermal performance, and structural stability.
• Analyzed tender documents for complex projects, identifying critical cost-influencing elements like coating
systems, fireproofing requirements, AESS, and steel grades.
• Compiled technical reports and delivered insights to support informed decision-making within the tender
discipline.
• Participated actively in technical discussions with clients and subcontractors, providing essential support and
expertise.
• Offered expert advice and engineering solutions for complex challenges in steel structure construction.
• Conducted regular update meetings to discuss project status and coordinate resources to maintain project momentum.
• Provided ongoing technical support during construction phases, monitored progress, identified potential issues, and implemented solutions.
• Delivered regular reports to stakeholders on project status and performance to ensure transparency and informed
decision-making.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Senior Steel Designer Engineer

January 2016 - April 2021

Butler

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

January 2016 - April 2021

• Supervised a team of assistants and junior engineers to ensure effective collaboration and project success.
• Ensured that design briefs were completed to a high standard, meeting all project specifications and requirements.
• Produced detailed Material Take Offs (MTO) to support project planning and procurement efforts.
• Followed up with the detailing team to resolve conflicts and provided design advice as needed to enhance project outcomes.
• Engaged in work activities including the collection and interpretation of engineering data, development of project design basis, specifications, and performing detailed engineering.
• Consistently delivered detailed reports to the Engineering Manager, providing updates on project statuses and
progress.
• Communicated with project management and sales departments to establish and follow up on project time plans throughout the project duration.
• Cooperated with the sales department to meet client requirements and determine the appropriate final cost for the
project.
• Collaborated with consultants to assess projects, addressing inquiries promptly and overseeing the
implementation of their recommendations, ensuring alignment with project budgets and communicating cost
implications to the client.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Senior Steel Designer Engineer

January 2016 - January 2021

butler

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

January 2016 - January 2021

• Supervised a team of assistants and junior engineers to ensure effective collaboration and project success.
• Ensured that design briefs were completed to a high standard, meeting all project specifications and requirements.
• Produced detailed Material Take Offs (MTO) to support project planning and procurement efforts.
• Followed up with the detailing team to resolve conflicts and provided design advice as needed to enhance project
outcomes.
• Engaged in work activities including the collection and interpretation of engineering data, development of project
design basis, specifications, and performing detailed engineering.
• Consistently delivered detailed reports to the Engineering Manager, providing updates on project statuses and
progress.
• Communicated with project management and sales departments to establish and follow up on project time plans
throughout the project duration.
• Cooperated with the sales department to meet client requirements and determine the appropriate final cost for the
project.
• Collaborated with consultants to assess projects, addressing inquiries promptly and overseeing the implementation of
their recommendations, ensuring alignment with project budgets and communicating cost implications to the client.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Steel Designer Engineer

February 2013 - January 2016

Butler

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

February 2013 - January 2016

• Prepared complete design packages for assigned jobs, ensuring all elements were comprehensive and ready for
implementation.
• Applied thorough analysis and design of structural components using the companys computerized program to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensured all designs adhered to company guidelines and relevant Design Codes to maintain compliance and quality standards.
• Prepared and compiled design calculations in accordance with the design procedures established by the company.
• Checked fabricated parts such as materials, welds, paints, and panel specifications against a prepared checklist to ensure quality and correctness.
• Conducted thorough reviews of tender documents to accurately estimate required quantities, supporting effective
project management.
• Produced detailed Material Take Offs (MTO) based on accurate assessments to aid project planning and
procurement processes.
• Followed up with the detailing team to resolve any conflicts and provided essential design advice to enhance
project outcomes.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Concrete Designer Engineer

January 2012 - January 2013

Sama Saudi Consulting

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

January 2012 - January 2013

• Conducted thorough analysis to determine project requirements, including the estimation of quantities, ensuring accurate planning and resource allocation.
• Proficiently executed structural design tasks, such as performing design calculations and drafting design drawings, to meet technical standards and project specifications.
• Provided diligent supervision throughout the construction process, overseeing the implementation of designs and
ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Company industry:
Project & Construction Planning

Designer Engineer

January 2012 - January 2013

Sama Saudi Consulting,

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

January 2012 - January 2013

• Conducted thorough analysis to determine project requirements, including the estimation of quantities, ensuring
accurate planning and resource allocation.
• Proficiently executed structural design tasks, such as performing design calculations and drafting design drawings, to
meet technical standards and project specifications.
• Provided diligent supervision throughout the construction process, overseeing the implementation of designs and
ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Steel Detailer Engineer

January 2011 - December 2011

Zamil Steel,

6th of October, Egypt

January 2011 - December 2011

• Proficiently generated shop drawings and erection drawings utilizing AutoCAD and proprietary company
software.
• prepare comprehensive bills of materials for Pre-Engineered Building steel structures.
• Overcoming technical challenges arising during fabrication or erection phases.
• Effectively managing change orders across diverse projects in response to design alterations for sections and
materials.

Company industry:
Industrial Production

Education

University of Zagazig

August 2010

August 2010

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Egypt

Skills

PROCUREMENT
Expert
PROCUREMENT
Expert
COLLABORATION
Expert
COLLABORATION
Expert
PLANNING
Expert
PLANNING
Expert
PROJECT PLANNING
Expert
PROJECT PLANNING
Expert
MANAGEMENT
Expert
MANAGEMENT
Expert
CALCULATIONS
Expert
CALCULATIONS
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
SALES
Expert
SALES
Expert
CONSULTING
Expert
CONSULTING
Expert
CONSTRUCTION
Expert
CONSTRUCTION
Expert
AISC 360 SPECIFICATION FOR STRUCTURAL STEEL BUILDINGS
Intermediate
AISC 360 SPECIFICATION FOR STRUCTURAL STEEL BUILDINGS
Intermediate
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Intermediate
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Intermediate
PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SAP BUSINESS CONNECTOR
Intermediate
SAP BUSINESS CONNECTOR
Intermediate
SHOP DRAWING
Intermediate
SHOP DRAWING
Intermediate
STRUCTURAL CALCULATIONS
Intermediate
STRUCTURAL CALCULATIONS
Intermediate
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Intermediate
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Intermediate

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
NCEES
Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
Project Management Professional (PMP)

Hobbies and interests

Reading