Mahmoud Issa

Accomplishments:
• Implementing and leading a company-wide LEAN transformation program, resulting in a reduction in process cycle time and an increase in productivity.
• Developing and maintaining LEAN metrics, dashboards, and reports to track performance, identify improvement opportunities, and report progress to senior management.
• Facilitating cross-functional teams in developing and implementing process maps, standard work, and visual controls to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Conducting process audits to identify waste and non-value-added activities, and developing corrective actions to address root causes.
• Supporting continuous improvement, a culture of quality, accountability to commitments and search for technologies that provide CDM Smith with a competitive edge to help our clients solve challenging problems.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvement initiatives, resulting in cost and time savings.
• Leading training sessions and workshops on Lean methodologies and facilitated continuous improvement events to engage employees in the improvement process.

Qatar
Consolidated Contractors Company is the largest construction company in the Middle East and ranks among the top 25 international contractors.
Key Projects to Credit:
• Ashghal (Public Work Authority): Development of Al Buston Norther Expressway (QAR 3bn).
Accomplishments:
• Led project and technical delivery for opportunities in the MEP market space and ensured alignment with client requirements and contractual obligations.
• Spearheaded a multi-skilled team of 10 - 50 senior staff in MEP teams and subcontractors in the design and execution of major construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Led project and technical delivery for opportunities in the MEP market space and ensured alignment with client requirements and contractual obligations.
• Spearheaded a multi-skilled team of 10 - 50 senior staff in MEP teams and subcontractors in the design and execution of major construction projects.
• Delivered budgeted labor, utilization, and overhead rate commitments by effectively placing the right people, with the right skill sets, on the right projects, at the right time.
• Monitored and managed resources, cost, quality, and safety to achieve project goals and compliance with HSE regulations
• Supervising the installation of complex mechanical and electrical systems and underground networks spanning Stormwater, Potable water, Foul water, and mechanical and electrical systems (Electric Substations, Overhead Cranes, Firefighting systems, Fire Alarm Systems, Pumping Stations, and Ventilation Systems).
• Proactively managed risk through the implementation of advanced risk management techniques
• Maintained effective coordination between Quantity Surveyors, Construction Consultants, and other stakeholders for uninterrupted workflow and with Kahramma, Ashghal (Public Work Authority), and Qatar Civil Defense for facilitating approvals and hand-over processes.
• Mentored and coached project teams on Lean concepts, tools, and methodologies for improved efficiency and results

Key Projects to Credit:
• Almana Real Estate, Construction, Completion and Maintenance of Palm City Garden 4 (93 Villas), (QAR 94m)
• Bawabat Al Shamal Real Estate Company, Construction of 5100 ACE Hardware Store Retail Design and Build at Doha Festival City, (QAR 22m)
• Al Khor & Dakira Schemes & Services Co, Commercial Complex at Al Khor, (QAR 12m)
• Sheikh Mohamed Saoud Al Thani; G+1 Villa at Al Markhiya, (QAR 50m)

Accomplishments:
• Helped achieve accelerated growth goals by delivering MEP projects within budgets/schedules and full compliance
• Consensus builder: nurtured synergetic relationships with 3rd party entities, Owners and Government firms for design approvals.

Key Responsibilities:
• Trusted to manage large MEP projects and serve as a bridge between project ownership and successful delivery of all projects.
• Offered MEP support throughout the project including planning, budgeting, reporting design, staffing, permitting, and construction.
• Guided operational departments and maintained/improved customer satisfaction through stakeholder engagement, BOD direction, and staff empowerment.
• Enforced strict control mechanisms to curtail cost and judicious resource utilization to meet budgets and time constraints while playing an integral role in new business development for profitability.
• Ownership of P&L accountability in a business role, handling post-tender activities and implementing innovative solutions to ensure profitability.
• Monitored the pre-commission and commissioning stage of MEP projects for successful handover.
• Provided technical guidance and reviewed design documentation, and construction contracts to identify variance and determine corrective actions in addition to suggesting changes while preparing site instructions.

Key Projects to Credit:
• Lusail Expressway project, QAR 5.6bn Ashghal (Public Work Authority) for upgrade of the existing road comprising of 5.3km of four-lane highway and additional traffic interchange lanes

Accomplishments & Responsibilities:
• Championed vital infrastructure developments that include an extensive stormwater network with two pump stations, an underground detention tank, and two outfalls.
• Ensured a consistent and reliable supply of various essential utilities like foul water, treated sewage effluent, chilled water, and potable water.
• Created a high-quality telecommunication network that covers a broad spectrum, including Q-Tel, Vodafone, Doha city surveillance system, and Qatar Armed Forces telecommunication networks.
• Rigorously conducted compliance reviews of Design Consultants/ Contractors and performance assessments of Lead Consultants to expedite design approvals from authority.
• Streamlined the technical submittal process; addressed issues and bottlenecks in the approval process and ensured adherence to client requirements and expectations concerning the MEP works.
• Tracked and reviewed contractor schedules to identify potential delays and project roadblocks regarding procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Supervised all project details including quality control, financial control, and other MEP site operations to ensure project success and tracked performance against targets and goals.

Key Projects to Credit:
• Ifrane Palace, Ifrane, Morocco, design and build of intricate VVIP palace, chalets, SPA and ancillary buildings (QAR 3bn)
• Mall of Qatar, Qatar(the biggest mall in Qatar), design and build of 4, 176, 000 sqft shopping centre across three levels (QAR 4bn).

Accomplishments & Responsibilities:
• Spearheaded MEP design and build, ensuring seamless execution across all project stages.
• Developed and implemented technical strategies in line with the location, technical analysis, and project goals
• Verified contractor claims and produced accurate MEP coordination drawings and technical submittals
• Scrutinised MEP services and infrastructure to ensure compliance and adherence to project specifications
• Fostered stakeholder relationships and attended crucial project meetings to track progress and address delays.

PREVIOUS ASSIGNMENTS

• Senior Project Manager, Jaber Electro-Mechanical Co., Doha, Qatar
• Int Construction Manager, Drake & Scull, Dubai, UAE
• Eagle Electromechanical, Dubai, UAE
• Head of Electrometrical Department, Arab Business Corporation, , Amman, Jordan