Ghofran Elsheikh, Project Management Consultant

Ghofran Elsheikh

Project Management Consultant

Confedintial

Location
Saudi Arabia
Education
Bachelor's degree, Construction &Building Engineering
Experience
12 years, 11 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :12 years, 11 Months

Project Management Consultant at Confedintial
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since December 2020

• Established a Projects control and PMO Department.
• Created and developed a digitalized supply chain management strategy to help the company to overcome strategic challenges, economic pressures, government regulations and operational obstacles.
• Identified the potential projects by creating and developing the “Stakeholders Mapping” using different tools and techniques.
• Provided Baseline Programme for pre and post tender projects.
• Analyzed, assessed and provided recommendations about all Project's Programs covering design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover and closing phases.
• Developed and implemented a resource tracking/productivity measurement technique.
• Oversaw Project Managers for the delivery of projects/programs on time, within scope and on budget.
• Preparation of integrated reports on schedule including development of Key Performance Indicators, Critical path monitoring and trend analysis.
• Managed the risk, issued and changed resolution process, and worked with the BU Heads to take corrective action.
• Reviewed the contract doc’s during the tender in relation to project scheduling and reporting requirements.
• Developed a tender strategy on bids relating to Project Controls systems.
• Monitored and analyzed project progress and compliance, and proactively advise management of deviations, risks and issues.
• Maintained and updated the Project Management Dashboards in coordination with the BU Heads and management.

Projects Planning and Control Manager at Acciona
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • October 2019 to December 2020

• Provided guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
• Managed the detailed schedule and cost estimates for the pre and post-contract phases in consultation with other project members/stakeholders.
• Assisted the construction team by re-aligning workload and programmes. Planning project management, including setting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and assigning team members to various deliverables.
• Arranged and managed workshops to discuss and assist contractors/consultants to close their issues.
• Developed and maintain detailed Cash flow and Commitment flow throughout the project phases.
• Prepared the Interim Payment Application (IPA) and submitted it to the client on monthly basis.
• Reviewed and certified the Interim Payment Application (IPA's) of the subcontractors/consultants.
• Created a value engineering and cost-cutting exercise using different strategies and techniques which led to increasing the profit margin.
• Managed the commercial side of the project to achieve the project goals and objectives.
• Assisted in evaluating or monitor contract performance to determine the necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts and compliance to contractual obligations.
• Approved / rejected requests for deviations from contract specifications and delivery schedules from the contractors.
• Supervised the review of variation orders, an extension of time, claims, etc.
• Provided earned value analysis and forecasting to support project completion date including alternative scenario analysis for work concurrency.
• Provided advice and counsel to the project team on legal, financial, and commercial issues.
• Developed reports on actuals, variances, trends, and re-forecast as necessary.
• Ensured consistent review of company objectives & KPIs through regular performance monitoring.
• Followed up with the package managers for their tasks and deliverables, let them know the priorities, and tried to solve any issues with the best practice.
• Worked closely with the Project Director on the strategy and proposed new ideas for the benefits of the project.
• Provided weekly and monthly report regarding the project status and progress.

PMO & Projects Control at NOVO Cinemas
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • February 2016 to October 2019

• Provided tools, techniques, and templates to ensure the efficient and effective execution and monitoring of projects/ initiatives.
• Supported and monitored internal projects undertaken through a defined framework ensuring good governance. Served as the one-stop-shop for all project management support for business units.
• Helped in the creation of feasibility studies for any potential project.
• Managed projects' tasks, including supply chain, managing suppliers, installation, and tracking & ensuring timely completion.
• Coordinated with the assigned senior managers and coordinators to obtain complete and regular updates on projects.
• Highlighted issues/challenges which affected the timely execution of projects to meet desired objectives.
• Ensured all projects completed on time, within budget, and met high-quality standards.
• Collaborated with the finance department on all programs to control the cost.
• Collaborated with the consultant/Engineer on the engineering phase, procurement, and scheduling installations.
• Reviewed installation documentation to confirm adherence to standards.
• Assisted in the evaluation of tender documents and tender queries.
• Participated with the legal department in the creation of the draft contract for contractors.
• Created a monthly management reporting for the projects' progress and strategic initiatives status.
• Performed any other work-related duties as assigned by the CEO.

Planning and Cost Engineer at James Cubitt and Partners (JCP)
  • Qatar - Doha
  • June 2011 to February 2016

• Preparation of Projects Schedule (Tools used: Primavera P6, MS Project etc., ) covering the entire scope and within defined timelines and determines the Critical Path.
• Calculated the Optimal Material requirement, Manpower Histogram (of various trades) & Machinery Requirement.
• Planned the budget required for the project and created various budget heads to document and monitor the expenses.
• Created the 2 weeks and 4 weeks look-ahead to optimize construction workflow.
• Performed Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and Forensic Analysis on time and cost aspects.
• Monitored actual job progress, compared to contract baselines, and reported progress against schedule as appropriate.
• Prepared the Client Project Dashboard in accordance with Contract requirements and provided information for the preparation of the Company Internal Dashboard.
• Helped in developing tender and contract requirements and provided Contract Administration.
• Assisted with the review of Interim Payment Certificates. participated in the preparation and review of future bids.
• Developed a master plan for all projects including all the required resources and the attached cost estimates.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Construction &Building Engineering
  • at Arab Academy for Science & Technology
  • June 2011

Bachelor Degree in Construction & Building Engineering

Specialties & Skills

Primavera
Strategic Planning
Planning
Project Management
Cost Control
MS Project
Primavera P6
Earned Value
STRATEGIC
AUTOCAD
MS Office Package
Delay Analysis
Contract Management
Risk Management
Master Planning
Time Management
MANAGEMENT REPORTING
PROJECT PLANNING
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Achievement Orientation
Adaptability
English
COMMUNICATIONS
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY
Self-Commitment and Motivation
Waterfall methodology
Project Management Office
Reliability
Leadership
Problem solving and decision making
Planning & Organizing
Validate program budgets
Attention to detail

Social Profiles

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Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Member ID: 4359544
  • November 2015
Project Management Global Alliance
  • Member
  • October 2018

Training and Certifications

MCIOB Certificate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2020
PMO Certified (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2018
Agile Project Management (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
April 2019
PMO-CP (Training)
Training Institute:
Project Management Global Alliance
Date Attended:
December 2018
Certified Cost Professional (CCP) (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
March 2018
Six Sigma Professional (Training)
Training Institute:
6SigmaStudy
Date Attended:
November 2017
Delay Analysis in construction projects (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
June 2017
Contracts Classifications (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
October 2017
Risk Management Professional (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
May 2017
Microsoft Project 2016 (Training)
Training Institute:
UDEMY
Date Attended:
April 2016
AutoCAD program (Training)
Training Institute:
AAST
Date Attended:
August 2007
Primavera P6 Enterprise Portfolio Project Management (EPPM) (Training)
Training Institute:
Mica
Date Attended:
June 2014
Primavera Contract Management (PCM) (Training)
Training Institute:
Mica
Date Attended:
March 2014
MS Projects (Training)
Training Institute:
AAST
Date Attended:
February 2013
Project Management Office Certified Practitioner (PMO-CP)® (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2019
Primavera P6 (Training)
Training Institute:
AAST
Date Attended:
June 2009
Project Management Professional (PMP)® (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2017
Valid Until:
January 2023

Hobbies

  • Footbal