Senior Project Manager
Fugro Middle East
Total years of experience :17 years, 4 Months
Fugro Middle East B.V. provides a complete range of geotechnical and Geophysical Surveys, engineering, construction material and In-situ testing, topographic survey throughout the Gulf and the subcontinent and is part of Fugro group of companies worldwide
Designation Chronology:
• Jul 2023 - Present: Senior Project Manager
• Feb 2017 - Jun 2023: Project Manager
• Jan 2014 - Jan 2017: Project Coordinator
• Dec 2012 - Dec 2013: Engineering Geologist
Accomplishments:
• Joined the organization as an Engineer, received multiple promotions and moved up the corporate ladder to the position of Senior Project Manager.
• Successfully managed the planning and execution of numerous large-scale geotechnical investigation projects for energy clients, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and client requirements.
• Developed and implemented project execution plans, method statements, schedules, QHSE plans, and risk assessments to meet stringent HSE and technical standards.
• Maintained and enhanced client relationships throughout project lifecycles, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Implemented effective cost control measures, resulting in improved project profitability and client satisfaction.
• Led project teams in achieving key milestones and objectives, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managing full spectrum project lifecycle, leading all aspects of project development on key large projects, particularly energy clients, from inquiry to delivery and close-out. Empowering the project teams in budget management, client updates, and general project management tasks.
• Effectively communicating with clients, internal partners, and sub-contractors supporting the tendering process, analyzing technical specifications and tender documents, and liaising with clients for clarification as needed.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating to achieve an optimal balance between cost, time, quality, benefit, and risk in geological and geotechnical projects; monitoring project budgets, schedules, and performance against KPIs.
• Commanding staff-level development of reports and ensuring that client commitments are met, offering technical guidance to engineers and related stakeholders, providing oversight on project development, and performing quality reviews.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of resource assessment methods, processes, and technologies to ensure continuous improvement while ascertaining work packages delivered with agreed budget and timescales
• Preparing comprehensive financial and technical proposals for geotechnical investigations, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards.
• Promptly identifying project risks, costs, and quantities, developing strategies to mitigate risks and optimize project outcomes. Formulating and maintaining project schedules, ensuring timely completion of deliverables and milestones.
• Coordinating with HSE Manager to implement safety plans and programs, conducting safety briefings, toolbox meetings, and training sessions for project staff.
• Investigating incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with the HSE department. Conducting hazard identification and risk assessments, and recommending controls to mitigate potential hazards.
• Mentoring project teams, promoting a Team Fugro culture, and supporting the development of a positive safety culture.
• Fostering effective communication between project staff, clients, and third parties, resolving issues promptly to ensure project success.