Ghaleb Abdullah Abulola  MBA PMP  RMP, Projects Manager

Ghaleb Abdullah Abulola MBA PMP RMP

Projects Manager

Madina Region Development Authority

Location
Saudi Arabia - Medina
Education
Master's degree, Master of Business Administration (MBA) - ماجستير إدارة أعمال
Experience
18 years, 6 Months

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Total years of experience :18 years, 6 Months

Projects Manager at Madina Region Development Authority
  • Saudi Arabia - Medina
  • My current job since May 2019

- Collaborate with the municipality on a range of project planning initiatives to project
delivery.
- Managing multi-disciplinary project teams including consultants and contractors.
- Managing projects for rehabilitation, renovation, and construction of building facilities.

Project Director at Saudi Binladin Group - SBG
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • November 2017 to April 2019

• Act as technical advisor to the Airport Director, Operational Managers, and others sub-contractors in matters including operation and maintenance problems and deficiencies.
• Direct inspection of airports facilities for maintenance, safety, and cleanliness.
• Prepare and maintain airport operations, security, and emergency procedures manuals.
• Manage the preparation and development of policies and procedures for the handled projects.
• Oversee policies, procedures and schedules to ensure the airports are operated and maintained in accordance with General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) regulations.

Executive Director - المدير التنفيذي at BinObeid Holding Group
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • April 2016 to October 2017

• Designs and evaluates organizational structure.
• Develops and maintains an appropriate system of fiscal accountability.
• Develops and maintains an effective system of personnel development and evaluation.
• Designing, developing, and implementing strategic plans.
• Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its stakeholder.
• Draft policies for the approval of the board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the board as appropriate.
• Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job description for all staff.
• Identify and evaluate the risks to the organization's people (clients, staff, management), property, finances, and image and implement measures to control risks.
• Creating business solutions to successfully meet the requirements of the client.
• Set and monitor the KPI’s across the organization to meet the strategic objectives and monitor performance.
• Develop and implement forecasted goals and budgets for revenue, monitoring performance to track growth and opportunities to increase revenue.
• Analyze, monitor and manage balance sheets, profit and loss (P&L) statements, and other financial reports.
• Prepare Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly business analysis reports of business results based on the current reporting structure and processes.
• Create and establish the property on defined target markets, business management and develop and fulfill the defined business plan at a hotel and company level
• Actively participate in the development of all key managerial positions and manage effectively labor turnover, recruitment and employee development within budgeted parameters.
• Responsible for the preparation, presentation and subsequent achievement of the hotels’ annual Operating Budget, Marketing; Sales Plan and Capital Budget.
• Screens potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities; recommending equity investments.
• Develops negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals.

Operations Manager - مدير العمليات at Majid Society for Community Development
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • May 2014 to March 2016

• Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission specifically, support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.
• Manage the Operation Department with collaboration of other departments such as Origination Development, IT and Finance, to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services.
• Define, drive, and improve the execution of the operational performance by developing and monitoring all key performance metrics/indicators (KPI’s).
• Develop and plan long-term and strategic planning including an initiative geared toward operational excellence applying the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) module.
• Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls.
• Monitoring the Operations Department performance against strategic objectives, oversee gaps between desired and achieved targets to determine areas of program improvement and ensure appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results.
• Regular meetings with General Manager around fiscal planning.
• Manage and coach programs managers on a daily basis.
• Represent the organization during community projects and at public, social, and business gatherings.

Projects Manager - مدير المشاريع at Arabian BEMCO Contracting Co. Ltd. - بمكو
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • August 2012 to April 2014

• Managing multiple projects simultaneously with a budget of over 100 million SR and 1000+ employees.
• Manage and track progress and review projects tasks to make sure certain deadlines are met appropriately as well as making sure that all projects are on time and within budget.
• Assess project issues and identify solutions to meet productivity, quality and client’s goals.
• Direct and plan the projects’ Human Resource management process including hiring, promotions, assignments, rewards, and discipline.
• Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of projects operations and maintenance work plans.
• Lead projects teams and control project schedule, cost, and performance risks to ensure the satisfaction of customers.
• Plan, organize, manage, and direct operations and maintenance activities, and manage assigned engineers, site managers, and supervisors in the company head quarter and airports.
• Negotiate with sub-contorts and suppliers to maximize profits mediate risk.
• Manage the new design, implementation, and execution of the infrastructures of new buildings, roads, parking lots, runway, and information technology.
• Direct the operational and maintenance processes, as well as related construction and utilities process in coordination with airports engineers and supervisors.
• Act as technical advisor to the Airport Director, Operational Managers, and others sub-contractors in matters including operation and maintenance problems and deficiencies.
• Direct inspection of airports facilities for maintenance, safety, and cleanliness.
• Prepare and maintain airport operations, security, and emergency procedures manuals.
• Manage the preparation and development of policies and procedures for the handled projects.
• Oversee policies, procedures and schedules to ensure the airports are operated and maintained in accordance with General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) regulations.
• Coordinate with airport Fire Department regarding aircraft rescue and firefighting procedures, equipment, staffing, and training.
• Act as liaison to airport tenants in matters related to airport operations and maintenance as well as construction activities.
• Attend professional meetings and conferences.
• Interact with General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) as required.

Network Manager - مدير قسم الشبكات at Taibah University
  • Saudi Arabia - Medina
  • September 2006 to August 2012

• Determine appropriate standards for network related hardware and software across the University.
• Manage different projects with budgets of 200K - 2M and 50 - 300 personnel.
• Establish and deploy testing/measurement methodologies including network performance criteria.
• Assist with development and maintenance of IT Disaster Recovery plans and security policies.
• Assist and lead the development and enhancement of procedures and methodologies to achieve optimum performance, security, delivery and continuity of network services.
• Manage all networking projects including voice/data circuit installation and operation, initiatives, monitoring, and timely problem resolution.
• Lead special projects on implementing improvements in processes and systems.
• Provide emerging communications and information technology engineering support and technical solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
• Provide feedback to both short-range and long-range planning activities to enhance performance and improve efficiency.
• Provide effective technical solutions to complex problems.
• Provide technical information, analysis, and recommendations for information technology and systems.
• Provide network design and engineering support to include designing and engineering configurations for new network installations and upgrades.
• Maintains network hardware and software, including servers, switches, peripherals, network nodes, terminals and wiring.
• Monitors and maintains network stability, collects and analyzes network and memory utilization, and installs and tests software upgrades.
• Develops, establishes, and maintain strong relationships with service providers.
• Negotiates and contracts with consultants, technical personnel and vendors for services and products.
• Directly supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the university policies and applicable regulations.
• Interviewing, hiring and training employees as well as planning, assigning and directing work.
• Appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.

System Engineer - مهندس نظم at Abdul Latif Jameel Co. Ltd. - شركة عبد اللطيف جميل المحدودة
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • November 2005 to September 2006

• Configure routing and switching in Cisco / HP devices based networks.
• Install and configure security server.
• Install all new hardware, system, and software for networks.
• Provide computer and networking technical support.
• Supervising the administration of systems and servers related network to ensure availability of services to authorized users.
• Configure and manage Exchange Server and Outlook Emails.
• Implement proactive measures to ensure optimum performance of the machines.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, email, and anti-virus, anti-spam.
• Maintaining software applications, operating systems and regular maintenance
• Desktops and laptops imaging and configuration.
• Manage and document system configurations.

Education

Master's degree, Master of Business Administration (MBA) - ماجستير إدارة أعمال
  • at Stetson University
  • March 2012

The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) / Master of Business administration MBA is a special program designed for working professionals who hold a bachelor's degree, or who demonstrated outstanding executive experience. MBA PMP

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCE) - بكالوريوس هـندسة كمبيوتر
  • at University of Central Florida
  • May 2005

Computer engineering is a discipline that integrates several fields of electrical engineering and computer science required to develop computer systems.

Diploma, Associate of Science (AS)
  • at Valencia Community College
  • July 2003

General studies

Specialties & Skills

Master of Business Administration MBA
Cross functional Team Leadership
Project Management
Operation Management
Computer Literate
Team Building, Leadership, Negotiation, Analytical Thinking ,and distinguished Problem-Solving Skill
Project planning, initiation, and organization
Good Communication Skills, Self-Confidence, and Work well under pressure
Positive Attitude, I am very optimistic and upbeat
Strong Work Ethic; extremely motivated and dedicated to getting the job done
Project Management Professional - PMP
Engineering
negotiation
project planning
operation
project execution
ms project

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Expert

Memberships

PMI (Project management institute)
  • Member
  • March 2010
AMA (American Management Association)
  • Member
  • April 2011
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
  • Member
  • May 2004
SCE (Saudi Council of Engineers)
  • Member
  • July 2005
(HBR) Harvard Business Review
  • Member
  • December 2010

Training and Certifications

Project Management Professional - PMP® (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2020
Valid Until:
August 2023
Project Managemet Professional PMP® (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2020
Valid Until:
August 2020
Associate of Science (AS) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2003
Valid Until:
January 9999
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCE) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2005
Valid Until:
January 9999
Leaders for Excellence (C2E) (Training)
Training Institute:
European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM)
Date Attended:
May 2014
Duration:
40 hours
Effective Facilitation Skills (Training)
Training Institute:
Interaction Institute for Social Change (IISC)
Date Attended:
November 2014
Duration:
48 hours
The Operational Planning for Projects (Training)
Training Institute:
Training Programs Academy (T.P. Academy)
Date Attended:
September 2014
Duration:
40 hours
Managing your Project Successfully (Training)
Training Institute:
Training Programs Academy (T.P. Academy)
Date Attended:
September 2014
Duration:
32 hours
Leadership & Communication Skills (Training)
Training Institute:
Nesma Training Center
Date Attended:
October 2014
Duration:
16 hours
Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2012
Valid Until:
January 9999
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2006
Valid Until:
January 9999
Micro Financing Projects (Training)
Training Institute:
Saudi Credit and Saving Bank
Date Attended:
August 2014
Duration:
48 hours
The Strategic Planning (Training)
Training Institute:
Nesma Training Center
Date Attended:
December 2014
Duration:
32 hours
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
July 2007
Valid Until:
January 9999
Project Management Professional - PMP (Training)
Training Institute:
Project Management Training Institute (PMTI)
Date Attended:
March 2012
Duration:
48 hours

Hobbies

  • Reading - working out