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Bilal Abd Alrahman , Technical Manager

Bilal Abd Alrahman

Technical Manager ·Newfab

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Highway Transportation and Traffic Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 11 years, 2 months

Technical Manager

December 2024 - Present

Newfab

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

December 2024 - Present

• Lead technical management, engineering coordination, procurement support, and value engineering activities across construction, renovation, prefabricated building, fit-out, and large-scale construction-related packages in Saudi Arabia.

• Support project delivery for major KSA developments and giga-project environments, including Diriyah, Qiddiya, and NEOM-related project requirements, through technical review, procurement coordination, supplier evaluation, and scope clarification.

• Manage technical reviews for shop drawings, BOQs, specifications, material submittals, supplier offers, subcontractor proposals, and technical-commercial comparisons to ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Drive value engineering and cost optimization initiatives, achieving SAR 25M+ documented savings through alternative solutions, scope optimization, supplier negotiations, and in-house fabrication strategies.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineering teams, procurement teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and site teams to resolve technical issues, reduce delays, and support project execution.

• Review and align procurement packages with approved drawings, specifications, BOQs, project requirements, and delivery priorities.

• Support technical decision-making by evaluating materials, systems, suppliers, subcontractors, and execution methods from both engineering and commercial perspectives.

• Contribute to improving project delivery efficiency, procurement accuracy, cost control, and technical compliance across multiple construction packages.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Senior Procurement Engineer

March 2022 - December 2023

Newfab

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

March 2022 - December 2023

▪ Led procurement activities for construction materials, engineered systems, subcontractor packages, and project-related requirements across large-scale Saudi construction projects.

▪ Reviewed PRs, BOQs, specifications, drawings, material requirements, supplier offers, and subcontractor proposals for technical compliance and commercial competitiveness.

▪ Managed technical-commercial evaluations, supplier assessments, material comparisons, and procurement negotiations.

▪ Supported major KSA development requirements including Diriyah, Qiddiya, and NEOM-related scopes through procurement coordination and technical clarification.

▪ Delivered 20-40% cost reductions across selected procurement packages through negotiations, alternative material proposals, scope clarification, and value engineering.

▪ Coordinated with engineering, project, site, procurement, and supplier teams to improve procurement accuracy and reduce execution risk.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Construction and Building

Procurement and Estimation Manager

April 2017 - March 2022

HETC

Bekaa, Lebanon

April 2017 - March 2022

▪ Managed procurement and estimation activities for construction projects, including BOQ review, cost estimation, supplier coordination, subcontractor pricing, and technical-commercial evaluation.

▪ Prepared and reviewed cost estimates, material take-offs, supplier quotations, subcontractor offers, and project budget inputs.

▪ Led supplier and subcontractor negotiations to improve pricing, technical compliance, delivery terms, and overall cost efficiency.

▪ Coordinated with engineering, site, procurement, and management teams to align project requirements with budget, schedule, and specifications.

▪ Supported value engineering initiatives by reviewing alternative materials, execution methods, and supplier proposals.

▪ Followed up procurement packages from inquiry stage through quotation comparison, technical clarification, negotiation, and recommendation.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

University Lecturer

February 2016 - June 2017

ISSAE Cnam Liban

Bekaa, Lebanon

February 2016 - June 2017

▪ Taught civil engineering subjects with focus on structural analysis, construction fundamentals, and practical engineering applications.

▪ Guided students in understanding engineering concepts, technical problem-solving, and the link between academic theory and real construction practice.

▪ Prepared academic materials, practical sessions, and technical explanations to support student learning and development.

▪ Supervised practical work, field-related assignments, and applied exercises to strengthen students’ analytical and technical skills.

▪ Courses included structural analysis for determinate and indeterminate structures, in addition to topography-related fundamentals.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering

Project Manager and structural design supervisor

May 2015 - April 2017

HETC

Bekaa, Lebanon

May 2015 - April 2017

▪ Managed construction and engineering activities across building projects, ensuring coordination between design, site execution, procurement, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

▪ Supervised structural design work, reviewed drawings, coordinated technical solutions, and supported engineering decisions during execution.

▪ Oversaw project planning, site progress, subcontractor coordination, material requirements, and technical follow-up.

▪ Reviewed structural drawings, design details, site conditions, and technical submissions to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.

▪ Coordinated with clients, consultants, engineers, suppliers, and site teams to resolve technical issues and support smooth project delivery.

▪ Supported cost control and project performance by reviewing technical alternatives, construction methods, and material solutions.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Project Engineer Civil

June 2014 - May 2015

Sirgi group

Tyre, Lebanon

June 2014 - May 2015

▪ Supervised site execution activities for construction, renovation, and structural works, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and schedule.

▪ Followed up construction of new buildings and structural elements including foundations, neck columns, reinforced concrete columns, slab-on-grade, beams, and suspended slabs.

▪ Coordinated renovation and strengthening works for existing structural elements and building facilities.

▪ Monitored daily site progress, subcontractor activities, material requirements, and technical issues.

▪ Coordinated with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to resolve construction challenges and maintain project quality.

▪ Assisted in reviewing drawings, quantities, site measurements, and technical requirements during execution.

Company industry:
Architecture

Education

Lebanese University

May 2016

May 2016

Master's degree, Highway Transportation and Traffic Engineering

Lebanon

Lebanese University

July 2014

July 2014

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Lebanon

Skills

Technical Submittals, Material Approvals & Specifications Review
Expert
Technical Submittals, Material Approvals & Specifications Review
Expert
Value Engineering & Technical Procurement Evaluation
Expert
Value Engineering & Technical Procurement Evaluation
Expert
Shop Drawings & Design Coordination
Expert
Shop Drawings & Design Coordination
Expert
Technical Office Management
Expert
Technical Office Management
Expert
BOQ Review, Quantity Surveying & Cost Analysis
Expert
BOQ Review, Quantity Surveying & Cost Analysis
Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Memberships

Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)

Registered Civil Engineer with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)

October 2022

Order of Engineers and Architects – Beirut (OEA)

Registered Civil Engineering Consultant

October 2014

Hobbies and interests

Construction technology, project management, and continuous professional development

Recognized for delivering cost-saving initiatives, value engineering solutions, and technical-commercial improvements across large-scale construction and fit-out projects in KSA.