General Manager (GM)
ILFS ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION CO LTD
Total years of experience :29 years, 11 Months
Projects:
• High rise buildings (Makkah Tower- Abraj Kudai -231M)
• Villas & Infrastructure projects(Sangh-DMM-350 villas & Sangh-Madinah- 270 Villas)
• Airport projects(King Abdul Aziz Airport Jeddah)
• Correction Facility Buildings of Ministry of Interiors at DMM
• Public Security Building at Mena - 10 storied tower (MOI).
• Storm water & drainage system at King Abdul Aziz Int’l airport Jeddah.
• Data centre & Transportation centre at King Abdul Aziz Int’l airport Jeddah.
Responsibilities:
• Handled multiple projects (EPC contracts) from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs, technical review of improvement plans, technical specifications, construction estimates, design calculations for compliance with approved design criteria meeting changing requirements and delegating assignments.
• Ensured all planning work is carried out in compliance with Corporate and Project specific procedures and provided support for Construction in answering and resolving technical design issues, clarification and interpretation of the design drawings, coordination with other sections.
• Liaised and interfaced with the Client Project Control Manager and Contract Manager on all relevant matter and provided technical advice and guidance to management on all aspects of Civil Engineering and needed improvements or design changes.
• Provided technical assistance during pre-bid conferences, contractor selection, design proposals and construction bid evaluations, and coordination during construction bidding.
• Tracked projects progress, reviewed and improved with recovery plan, which helped PM’s in meeting schedules, and provided status updates of projects, delivering the information to all stakeholders.
• Performed Earned Value analysis to determine Key Performance Indicators, cost overruns & savings, performed root cause analysis for the affected parameters and proposed solutions to the issues. This helped to achieve 10% cost saving & 4% in schedule.
• Monitored & controlled Manpower Cost & administrative cost, increased revenue streams by reducing costs, managing schedules and performing variance and risk analysis to implement corrective actions for better Profit/Loss margins.
• Managed overall operations for executing projects related to designing of various buildings / structures supported on Piles/normal foundations within cost & time parameters.
• Promoted good working relations within the Project Controls Teams and other project departments and client representatives.
• Presented Reports in meeting with Board of Directors for overall review of projects performance showing achieved KPI’s.
• Worked with the Risk Team on any plans which require to be risked.
• Established processes & procedures and reviewed project performance with respect to budget, scope, schedule, quality and safety.
• Reviewed project records for checking budgeted quantities of major materials with the actual consumptions and alerting the projects for cost controlling.
• Alerted project sites for any deviations from budget, schedule, cost parameters and suggesting possible solutions.
• Introduced target incentives on critical activities & close monitoring by supervising staff.
• Ensured coordination b/w cost control, planning & procurement to track the projects for effective cost control and Profit & Loss monitoring.
• Conducted project review meetings, discussing project issues, problems, and possible solutions
• Attended quarterly board meeting for reviewing over all projects management with the client.
Projects:
• Rabigh Power Plant (SAPCO-3): Intake, Out-fall, Loading platform and Bridge-Aramco with steel and concrete pile foundations, Quay Wall (4KM) & Break waters (8KM) and pipelining &racks.
• King Abdullah Economic City- Lagoon development and Shore line Protection, Quay walls (8KM), Dredging & Excavation for Lagoon (5Mil. m3), Reclamation and Marina on steel piles and concrete pile foundations.
• Airport projects(King Abdul Aziz Airport Jeddah)
• Al Khafji Desalination Plant (30mlgd) - Aramco&Marafiq shoreline, Breakwater (12KM length) at Jubail.
• Casting & Installation of Pre-cast Box culverts for Petro-Rabigh Sea out fall for a length of 2KM.
• Petro-Rabigh (Aramco)- Concrete Berths (onshore &offshore), Jetties, Intake &Outfalls, Power Plant, pipeline & racks and concrete& steel pile foundations, Reclamation.
• City Fanar - Excavation for Lagoon (2Mil m3), Shoreline protection, Dredging, Reclamation, Infrastructure, and Villas at Dammam.
Responsibilities:
• Handled all construction activities including providing technical inputs for methodologies of construction & coordination with site management activities including electrical and mechanical works.
• Liaised with company executives and head office HR to acquire resources to move projects forward.
• Performed constructability reviews consisting of an independent, structured assessment of construction bid documents to ensure coordination, eliminate ambiguity and minimize project issues.
• Reviewed cost estimates & material quantities, contractor's design submittals, specifications, and calculations submittals and vendor/shop drawings and construction material submittals.
• Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
• Supervised the work of (200 - 750) team members, offering constructive feedback regarding work performance.
• Set project timelines and kept teams on task to complete milestones according to schedule, made arrangements and achieved milestones as per schedule.
• Prepared method statements for major activities as per contract in coordination with QC, submitted to consultant and obtained approval as per schedule.
• Lead a team of professionals; ensured suitable deployment and timely availability of resources.
• Coordinated with procurement to arrange required resources as per targeted schedule.
• Developed and implemented a high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings.
• Ensured that employees were well-trained in safety procedures and protocols as directed by company regulations.
• Performed field inspections and provided field support during construction.
• Attended meetings with Consultant, Client for technical and overall performance reviews of projects; Cultivated and strengthened lasting client/consultant relationships.
• Provided support and ensured that work was in compliance with the company Safety Plan and OSHA regulations.
• Maintained project quality with a hands-on management style.
• Identified the additional activities deviating from contract and submitted a deviation statement for approval.
• Controlled projects with respect to budgeted cost, demand forecasts, time over-runs to ensure timely execution of projects, Payment Certifications, Dealing Claims disputes and arbitrations.
• Prepared bill of quantities and submitted to consultant/client as per contract.
• Submitted required handing over documents & as-built drawings to consultant/client.
Projects:
• Fouad Beach House at Taala Beach and concrete pile foundations, Dammam - design & execution.
• Hadeed/Sabic Monument (Steel Str.60M height above sea level) in sea at Dammam - Bahrain cause way supported on concrete piles, Dammam (Marine Project) - design & execution.
• Desert Design show room (4 storied complexes) at Al Khobar- design & execution.
• Amwaj Resorts at Half moon bay, Dammam (Marine works)
• Many Residential Villas at Dammam(around 72)
• Asdaf Residential Villas at Al Khobar(45 no’s) - design & execution.
• City Fanar Project at Dammam - design & execution.
• Medical Tower at Central Hospital, Dammam- design & execution.
• Prince Mohammad Beach House at Rastanura - design & execution.
Responsibilities:
• Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project plan and objectives, designed structures.
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
• Performed structural analysis & calculations (StaadPro) for RCC & Steel structure designs and prepared design drawings, specifications, BOQ and tender document writing as per FIDIC.
• Supervised shop drawings preparation including bar bending schedules after verification of design and approved shop drawings as per ACI, UBC and British codes.
• Held pre-determined schedules and worked with subcontractors to cut costs and complete projects on time and under-budget.
• Established and oversaw a synchronized, cohesive team by inspiring confidence and offering guidance.
• Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
• Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by employing critical thinking to solve complex problems.
• Determined root cause of problems and issues to implement courses of action required to implement solutions.
• Executed all construction activities including providing technical inputs for methodologies of construction & coordination with site management activities including electrical and mechanical works.
• Managed construction project coordination, including material resources and staff scheduling to ensure timely project completion.
• Achieved Scheduled Milestones, project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance and delivered projects to the pre-determined budget, maintaining time parameters and quality standards.
• Predicted cost overruns by monitoring spending during productions.
• Provided status updates for projects, delivering the information to all stakeholders.
• Maintained high safety standards by following policies, procedures and protocols outlined by the company, OSHA and the EPA.
• Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure safety compliance of project execution as per OSHA & EPA.
• Maintained quality as per specs and controlling quality documents; coordinating between planning and site execution to complete the project as per schedule.
• Reviewed and approved bill of quantities for payment to client as per contract.
• Verified and approved the as-built drawings and maintenance manuals for project for records.
• Planned & designed the layout for AutoCAD production of various design projects including requirement analysis, sketch review and finalizing specifications.
• Reviewed detailed drawings of structures for constructors & preparing models of the projects.
• Interpreted drawings of the projects on the worksites and ensuring compliance of drawings with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Performed detailed analysis on Staad Pro for Commercial, Residential Concrete & Steel Structures, and prepared design drawings as per the codes ACI 318.
• Prepared bar bending schedules of reinforcement as per ACI 315.
• Supervised shop drawings preparation including bar bending schedules; looking after verification of design, shop & as- built drawings and approval.
• Attended meetings with client for technical & contractual queries & solved them.
• Liaised with company executives and projects managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
• Analyzed blueprints and delivered concise instructions to the technical team to maintain quality control.
• Performed constructability reviews consisting of an independent, structured assessment of construction bid documents to ensure coordination, eliminate ambiguity and minimize project issues.
• Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
• Prepared method statements, technical & material submittals.
• Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
• Educated team members in correct interpretation of shop drawings of project activities.
• Completed daily construction tasks while ensuring safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
• Developed work-flow charts and diagrams to ensure production team compliance with client deadlines.
• Assisted with quality inspections and document editing.
• Promoted adherence to quality standards by educating team members on quality control.
• Adhered to all safety protocols and ensured that all equipment and materials were handled safely and properly.
• Provided status updates for projects, delivering the information to all stakeholders.
• Assisted PM in preparing running bills as per contract.
• Coordinated with cad operators in preparing as-built drawings and maintenance manuals with QC department.
• Supervised all civil construction activities of the Bus Stations project - concrete structures, right from marking to till finishing works as per specs & approved drawings.
• Executed parking platforms of cc pavements & asphalt pavements including all infrastructure works as per specs.
• Monitored erection activities of pre-engineered MS members, roofing of industrial shed for bus depots according to approved drawings.
• Carried out all water supply & sanitary activities as per the approved drawings and specs duly testing for leakage.
• Monitoring QC & safety for all activities of the projects.
• Reviewed DPR’s & monthly progress reports to achieve targeted mile stones.
• Performed monitoring material consumptions as per the standards and verifying the material logs for updating.
• Certified invoices of the contractors.
• Prepared of as-built drawings.
: Master degree in Structural Engineering
Bachelor degree in civil engineering