Khalid Mahmood Zafar Zafar, Project Manager-MEP

Khalid Mahmood Zafar Zafar

Project Manager-MEP

Meinhardt

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Master's degree, MBA WITH SPECIALIZATION IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Experience
29 years, 6 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :29 years, 6 Months

Project Manager-MEP at Meinhardt
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • My current job since May 2018

1. Conducted meetings to monitor actual costs and schedule performance against the approved budget and baseline schedules.
2. Kept myself and my team abreast, through relevant engineering literature, of significant trends and the development of improved methods and equipment.
3. Applied engineering knowledge and lead in engineering projects, for preparation of cost estimates and produced different graphs from research data.
4. Provided expert technical advice on technical documents and overall policies, procedures and guidelines pertinent to the project engineering activities, taking into account environment, quality management and risk management best practices.
5. Determined the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills-Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines
6. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff
7. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative- Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff-Appraises performance fairly.

Sr. MEP Manager at Morganti Group Inc
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • January 2015 to December 2017

o Have extensive experience in providing technical support to Engineering Department in the development and execution of various projects of esteemed organization of KSA like Saudi ARAMCO, Royal Commission for Jubail and King Abdul Aziz city of Science & Technology communities &infrastructure projects.
o Played a dynamic role in growth of the Quality Improvement Process by leading, mentoring and training other Engineers and design personnel in technical excellence.
o Provided field support, as necessary during construction phases by field inspection and response to RFI, raised by Contractors, Sub Contractors, Operation and Maintenance and facility management team and provided immediate technical solutions.
o Monitored & coordinated all MEP issues with counterparts including engineering, procurement and installation of all MEP systems.
o Monitored the performance of the consultant(s) and contractor(s) with regards to the MEP aspect to ensure compliance with the relevant standards and specs.
o Maintained knowledge of the overall construction processes and operating practices in the regarding the suppliers and sub-contractors in the market.
o Reviewed design calculations for HVAC systems including like heat load, chiller capacity, air handling unit capacity, pressure drop calculations for chilled water system, ductwork design, external static pressure calculations, Chilled water piping, stair case pressurization calculations, smoke exhaust system calculations etc., Plumbing Systems like hot and cold water supply , waste water, vents, water networks, pumps, hydraulic modeling simulation etc. Fire Protection systems like sprinkler heads, wet & dry sprinkler systems, the fire flow, Fire Pumps sizing and Electrical Systems like BMS, HVAC Controls, and Power Supply etc. in office buildings, laboratories, power plants, and projects.
o Reviewed and commented on Tender Documents from an MEP perspective including Bills of Quantities, Value Engineering, queries etc.
o Assisted in processing payment applications and advise your Project Manager & Commercial team of technical issues needed for variations, disputes, workmanship, work quality... etc.
o Reviewed design submittals, specifications, technical reports, calculations of contractors and sub-contractors and also coordinated with other disciplines and departments.
o Prepared technical specifications and drawings for bid packages related different projects and conceptual design and layouts.
o Attended all periodic progress & technical meetings held with all relevant parties.
o Followed up with the Authorities to speed up the approval process and obtain construction NOCs.
o Monitored site inspection plans and approval process, and participate in the testing and commissioning process in coordination with the project leaders.
o Monitored the preparation of record drawings and operating and maintenance manuals.
o Coordinated with all relevant stakeholders and government authorities plus developers, consultants and contractors working within the area under study or adjacent areas.
o Handled different projects independently with all MEP services with full application of local and international rules & regulations for MEP services.

MEP MANAGER at JACOBS
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • April 2012 to November 2014

• Responsible for the following:
• Guide detail design team through the construction documentation process, check for code compliance, and maintain wide range of reports required at different phases of project.
• Supervise appropriate computer analysis programs or tracking systems for appropriate design related projects.
• Prepare clear design calculations and technical reports.
• Supervise CAD designers for the preparation of design drawings.
• Supervise and provide guidance and direction to lower-level engineers.
• Undertake quality reviews for work produced by others, including detailed checking of calculations and drawings.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders including other team members, clients, contractors, other consultants, local authorities, etc.
• Assist project managers with project administrative activities including document, cost and schedule control, preparation of meeting minutes, and progress reports and invoices
• Direct, evaluate and develop staff directly or through multiple levels of supervision

MEP MANAGER at AL NAEEM CONSULTANT ENGINEERS
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • December 2010 to April 2012

Responsible for the following:
• Manage, develop, and provide technical direction to a group of mechanical engineers.
• Use advanced techniques, theory precepts and practices in the mechanical engineering field and related sciences and disciplines.
• Develop client proposals for Mechanical Engineering services, including scope, schedules, fees and clarifications.
• Participate in developing Material Take offs & order of magnitude cost estimates and developing value engineering options for mechanical systems.
• Maintain production standards; perform executive level design reviews ensure department quality control.
• Be able to formulate, develop, and communicate advanced mechanical engineering concepts to the team and clients.
• Experience with building systems design for Saudi Aramco and other Petro-Chemical clients preferred.
• Candidate may serve as project manager for projects where mechanical engineering is the Primary discipline.
• Perform or closely oversee load calculation studies and interpret the results of such studies as they apply to the design of HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing systems.
• Provide conceptual designs from project briefs and other key sources.
• Provide design variations based on detailed review and investigation.
• Provide active and consistent technical advice to the Engineering Team.
• Identify key design and delivery risks & opportunities to ensure successful delivery of project.
• Assist in evaluation of project related design costs and should advice on cost reduction and control measures.

MEP MANAGER at DIRECTORATE OF TECHNICAL DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • April 2002 to November 2010

• Managing the design brief, detailed design development, coordination of installation works, testing, commissioning close out on site.
• Lead the building services team to deliver the relevant scope on time, within budget and to the required design specifications and protocols.
• Manage the Review / technical submittals / approvals process of all MEP materials and products.
• Implement company's business management system including QA and HSE systems.
• Represent company in client, supplier and subcontractor meetings & negotiations.
• Analyze or closely oversee the analysis of alternative HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing systems in terms of impact on the design of other systems (architecture, structural, electrical, etc.) considering cost as well as efficiency and timing of construction.

Sr. Project Engineer at ASKARI CEMENT PVT LTD
  • Pakistan - Rawalpindi
  • April 1995 to April 2002

• Managing the design brief, detailed design development, coordination of installation works, testing, commissioning close out on site.

PROJECT ENGINEER at HUSSNAIN CONSTRUCTION PVT LTD.
  • Pakistan - Multan
  • July 1994 to April 1995

• Managing the design brief, detailed design development, coordination of installation works, testing, commissioning close out on site.

Education

Master's degree, MBA WITH SPECIALIZATION IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • at BROOKLYN PARK College
  • December 2012

Obtained on line Master degree in Business management that specializes in Project and Construction Management.

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
  • at University of Engineering and Technology
  • June 1994

Specialties & Skills

Communications
Controls
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC ; FIRE PROTECTION, PLUMBING
REVIT-MEP
AUTOCAD -3D MODELING

Languages

English
Expert
Urdu
Expert

Training and Certifications

Refresher Courses in AUTOCAD, 3DS Max and 3d Modeling (Training)
Training Institute:
Digi Skills Training
Date Attended:
December 2018
Duration:
60 hours

Hobbies

  • Conducting and Attending Technical Seminars
    Received Gold medals on Conducting seminars to update the audience with new trends in Technology and sustainability issue etc