Arfan Ali Makhdoom

● Successfully led complete EPC lifecycle from FEED interface to commissioning and final handover.
● Directed the Project Execution Plan (PEP) ensuring alignment with contractual, technical, HSE, and regulatory requirements.
● Oversaw engineering deliverables, critical procurement, and multi-discipline construction activities with zero LTI.
● Implemented Earned Value Management (EVM) to control cost, schedule, and performance.
● Delivered shutdowns for Aindar GOSP-4, Shedgum GOSP-4, and Aindar GOSP-2 within 6 months as per strict Aramco timelines.
● Consistently maintained PQI and PSI scores above target through strong project governance, quality control, and proactive issue management.
● Executed demolition of substation facilities (WCH/GG areas): transformers, switchgears, diesel generators, tanks, foundations, and civil structures with safe disposal via Aramco S-112 & S-630.
● Managed procurement workflows ensuring on-time material deliveries and accurate project tracking.
● Led all shutdown/start-up activities: load transfer, functional testing, phase rotation and commissioning readiness.
● Executed civil works: asphalt paving, mobile pads, site development, road works per Saudi Aramco standards.
● Completed all YES/NO PMCC punch items for five plants prior to handover.
● Managed daily operations: manpower allocation, progress reporting, equipment utilization, subcontractor coordination, and vendor engagement.
● Supervised pre-commissioning: PSA, FACP, ESD, loop checks from MTC to CCR.
● Achieved measurable cost savings across shutdown and construction activities.
● Oversaw mechanical works: HVAC, ducting, cladding, DDC, RTR joints, firewater network, hydrants, thrust blocks, RTP/PIV line, plumbing for battery & mechanical rooms.
● Directed construction and commissioning of new emergency generators, including ATS integration and signal verification.
● Ensured proper documentation of daily activity logs, standby time sheets, and work permit compliance.
● Managed commissioning of CCTV systems (ABQ-GOSP-3) and paging/PA systems.
● Supervised installation of over 1, 500, 000 meters of MV/LV/control/instrumentation cables including MV sheath testing, troubleshooting, and DC hi-pot tests.
● Completed instrumentation and communication work: ISA card installation, commissioning, and integration from site facilities to Dhahran main/secondary control systems.
● Led multi-discipline supervision: electrical, mechanical, civil, communication, and instrumentation.
● Managed claims, TBN change orders, shutdown documentation, resource tracking, MTO alignment, and negotiation with Saudi Aramco.
● Controlled all project documentation: letters, logs, reports, tools handover, and system completion.

● Supervised and monitored construction activities ensuring adherence to schedule, quality, and HSE requirements.
● Optimized resource utilization and mentored site teams to achieve high productivity and zero safety incidents.
● Led mechanical construction activities at Different GOSP's
HVAC ducting, cladding, DDC installation, copper brazing, RTR pipe laying/jointing, firewater network, thrust blocks, hydrants, piping for water and mechanical rooms.
● Monitored excavation works for electrical and mechanical utilities: HV/MV/LV/Control/Instrument cables, RTR firewater lines up to OWS.
● Supervised OWS construction: painting, leak testing, backfilling, bollard installation.
● Executed construction of small tanks, neutralization tanks, holding tanks, valve boxes integrating mechanical piping design.
● Monitored backfilling works with correct layer-by-layer techniques per Saudi Aramco standards (sand bedding, red tiles, base course).
● Managed finishing works: painting, flooring, false ceilings, ladders, signage, asphalt works.
● Led electrical works:
MV switchgear installation), control gears, bus bar jointing, cable tray installation, cable glanding/termination, grounding, lightning protection, lighting systems, floodlighting, AC/DC panels, and MCC structures.
● Supervised instrumentation activities: PSA panel installation, data cabling, conduit work, FACP configuration, gas/beam detectors, fiber splicing, IED communication, and validation of alarms and signals up to PSA and Dhahran RTSD & PCC

• ● Managed pre-commissioning and energization of switchgears & control gears (13.8/4.16/0.480 kV).
● Performed synchronization tests, stability tests, hi-pot tests, live measurements, phase rotation and phasing checks.
● Integrated new switchgear schemes with existing infrastructure ensuring seamless plant operation.
● Conducted IED testing, PSA integration, setting application, modifications, and verification to meet Aramco standards.
● Successfully energized all major substations:
● ABQAIQ GOSP-6 (34.5/13.8/4.16/0.48 kV)
● ABQAIQ GOSP-3 (69/13.8/4.16/0.48 kV)
● Shedgum GOSP-4 (115/13.8/4.16/0.48 kV - GIS)
● Aindar GOSP-4 (115/13.8/4.16/0.48 kV)
● Aindar GOSP-2 (115/13.8/4.16/0.48 kV)
● Led testing and commissioning of transformers, switchgears, cables, and protection systems with POD witness coordination.
● Completed all functional tests, stability tests, hi-pot tests, and phase rotation checks supporting plant start-up.
● Successfully closed PMC packages by submitting fully signed test reports and documentation

Led the large-scale Smart Metering Project in Makkah region, managing over 800 personnel and 59 subcontractors for the successful installation and commissioning of 650, 000+ smart meters, 107, 000+ ECCUs, and ECB systems. Oversaw warehouse operations, material logistics, and field execution ensuring zero safety incidents throughout the project. Delivered comprehensive training programs for engineers, supervisors, and technicians on safety, quality, and technical procedures. Utilized Clevest rollout application for data integration, site surveys, and performance tracking, achieving cost efficiency and timely completion in alignment with SEC standards

● Supervise and manage pre-commissioning of Saudi Aramco’s BI-10-00865 Power Transmission Upgrade Project, upgrading substations from 69 kV to 115 kV across Ghawar’s South Area Oil Operations (SAOO). Supervised testing and commissioning of high-voltage substations at Aindar, Abqaiq, Uthmania, Shedgum, and Hawiyah GOSPs/WIPs. Oversaw protection relay coordination for transformers, generators, and motors, and ensured full compliance with Aramco’s safety, QA/QC, and work permit standards. Managed design review, resource planning, procurement, and shutdown/cutover strategies, coordinating closely with ARAMCO PMT, POD, and PSED teams. Directed testing of major electrical equipment including 115 kV GIS/AIS’S switchgear, transformers, and SEL protection relays (487E, 311L, 451-5, 751) to ensure seamless energization and commissioning.

● Sales & Marketing
● Business Development
● Visiting Customers, Presentation on core business
● Make calculations and prepare the quotation submitted to the customer,
● Final meeting and negotiation with customers to finalize the projects with profitable margin.
● Preparing Cash flow, arrangements for site mobilization, procurement for the projects.
● Technical guidance to the direct site team, closely monitor the Plan and Actual time schedule
● Risk Management, Prepare the different Plan to utilize proper resources to kill the idle cost.
● Have good communication skills with main client and end client.
● Raise any concern, Question, conflict, non-conformances after receiving the drawing of material for the specific job with reference of the costumer references.
● Managing the project with proper planning and scheduling on time procurement execution with close monitoring and supervision.
● Supervision and provide guideline for the site management for the installation, Testing and commissioning of EHV, HV. MV &LV substations.

• To make sure to achieve the annual target.
• Strategic meeting with client to ensure to get the inquiry of core business.
• Visiting customers, prepare monthly data base, to monitor, inquiry received, quotation submitted, PO received.
• Execution, Strategic Plan, Budget estimation, Cash Flow, Technical support to project resources,
Procurement.

 Al Mashaer 380/110/13.8KV BSP Substation Makka Al Mukrammah
 HHR-3 380/110/13.8KV Substation extension work Near Rabigh
 King Abdullah Economic City 110/13.8KV Substation King Abdullah Economic city.
 Makkah North 380/110/13.8KV BSP Substation extension Makka Al Mukrammah

• To supervise the workload of the team, allocating team members to optimize service provision and administrative support across the hours of the operation.
• To develop and support a team delivering front line customer services to ensure resolution of enquiries, complaints and request for services at the earliest possible opportunity with quality.
• To ensure that the team follows established procedures for each service request, adhering to agreed Key Performance Indicators, Service Agreements and quality standards to maximize customer satisfaction.
• To implement and maintain health and safety, security of staff.
• To ensure statistical information is produced, collated and analyzed on a daily basis to assist in evaluating the efficiency of the team and to inform resource allocation and service improvements
 Jabal Omar 110/13.8kV Substation & its remote End substations Makka Al Mukrammah
 Dismantling of 110MVA Power Transformer Jazan Power Plant
 New foundation and installation of 93MVA Power Transformer Jazan Power Plant.
 Procure installation of New IPB bus duct of 93MVA Power Transformer Jazan Power Plant.
 SAMREF Turnaround 2013 complete plant maintenance work in Yanbu

1• Complete Substation EHV/HV/MV testing and commissioning from 380KV up to 13.8KV MV & 380/220 V LV switchgears.
• Have commond on all type of scheme such as
All type of equipment testing indoor ( GIS) Gas insulated & outdoor (AIS) air insulated switchgears such as (Power Transformer from 500MVA up tp 500KVA, Circuit Breaker 380KV, 132, 13.8KV etc, Dead and live tank Circuit breaker, CT/VT Surge arrestor, post insulator, Capactior bank, shunt reactor, Disconnector, Earth Switch etc.
Bus bar and Breaker fail scheme ( EHV & HV substations).
Auto reclose scheme.
Synchronizing scheme ( EHV, HV & MV switchgear ).
Line feeder protection scheme, ( OHTL Line and Cable feeder)
Transformer & Generator feeder scheme, Stability & Sensitivity test, AVR panel scheme, load shedding panel scheme Auto Bus Transfer scheem, downstream incomer scheme, Capacitor bank scheme, Aux. Transformer scheme,
Substation Automation System and conventional SCADA system, MOSAIC panel, annunciator panel scheme, fault recorder and SOE sequance of event panels, Teleprotection equipment End to End test, etc..
Have tested all type of relays such as ( Distance protection, Differential relays, Breaker fail relays, synchrocheck relays, Trip relays, Overcurent & Earth fault relays, diretion overcurrent relays, resistricted earth fault relays high impedanace and low imedance bus bar protection relays of reputed manufacture such as ( ABB, Siemens, GE, SEL, Schniedr, Reyrolle, ALSTOM/AREVA, etc..
 Shuqaiq 380/132/13.8KV BSP Substation ( Southern Province KSA)
 Shamiyah-2 110/13.8KV Substation and its remote End substation Makka Al Mukrammah
 Al Amal 110/13.8KV Substation and its remote End substation Jeddah
 Al Fareeda 110/13.8KV substation and its remote End substation Jeddah
 Manifa 380/115KV BSP Manifa
 Abu Hydria 380/115KV BSP Abu Hydria
 PP9 Substation # 9017 380/132/13.8KV BSP substation Al Riyadh
 Substation # 9012 380/132/13.8KV BSP Substation Al Riyadh
 Substation # 9001 & 9003 380/132/13.8KV Substation extension Al Riyadh
 Substation # 8703 132/13.8KV Substation Dilim ( Al Kharaj)
 Substation # 8127 132/13.8KV Substation Al Riyadh

• Supervise routine maintenance work.
• Trouble shoot in case of fault occurs in plant or substation.
• Coordination with vender in case of equipment failure.
• Replace faulty equipment with good one.
• DC/AC motor winding workshop work monitoring.
• Assign foremen daily task.
• Daily meeting with management. Reporting the daily activities and keep update about hurdles.
• Implementation of Safety and its awareness: PPE, Display of warning signs/ tap
 132KV Substation routine maintenance.
 2.2MW Generator maintenance.
 Training for maintenance work in workshop.