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Mohammad Azem Omerzeda, Senior Project Manager

Mohammad Azem Omerzeda

Senior Project Manager·WSP

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Civil Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 18 years, 0 months

Senior Project Manager

January 2025 - Present

WSP

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Hybrid

January 2025 - Present

Directed end-to-end delivery and design management of multidisciplinary infrastructure and land development programmes exceeding SAR 6.1 billion, ensuring alignment with programme, budget, quality, sustainability, and HSE objectives.

Established and implemented Project Execution Plans, Design Management Plans, QA/QC frameworks, and governance procedures, ensuring compliance with contractual, statutory, and client requirements.

Managed programme controls including scope, schedule, progress monitoring, risk management, and coordination of design and construction deliverables to support timely approvals and milestone achievement.


Acted as the primary interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities, leading technical coordination, stakeholder management, governance meetings, and commercial discussions.

Led and mentored multidisciplinary teams of 100+ professionals, driving BIM-led collaboration, technical reviews, and value engineering initiatives that achieved SAR 250 million in cost optimisation savings.

Monitored project performance and implemented corrective actions to manage delays, risks, scope changes, and commercial impacts, ensuring successful project delivery and technical excellence.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy

Technical Director

January 2024 - January 2025

Surbana Jurong

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Hybrid

January 2024 - January 2025

Planned, directed, and controlled the delivery of multidisciplinary infrastructure and public realm projects, including transport infrastructure, roads, grading, wet and dry utilities, ensuring alignment with project objectives, programme, budget, quality, and HSE requirements.


Managed the full project lifecycle from concept through detailed design and construction support, coordinating consultants, contractors, and internal teams to achieve key milestones, technical compliance, and efficient delivery.


Established and implemented Project Execution Plans, QA/QC procedures, BIM coordination strategies, reporting protocols, and governance frameworks to ensure compliance with contractual, statutory, and client requirements.

Led commercial, contractual, and technical management activities, including scope definition, change control, risk mitigation, budget management, and negotiation of variations with clients and subcontractors.

Acted as the primary interface with clients, PMCs, consultants, contractors, and authorities, facilitating coordination, approvals, stakeholder engagement, and resolution of technical and commercial issues throughout project execution.

Led and mentored multidisciplinary teams, monitored project performance, and implemented corrective actions to address delays, risks, and cost impacts, while promoting value engineering, sustainability, innovation, and technical excellence across all project phases.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy

Senior Design Manager

November 2019 - January 2024

Balfour Beatty UK

London, United Kingdom Hybrid

November 2019 - January 2024

Led multidisciplinary design delivery across complex infrastructure and building projects, managing BIM-led coordination, design progression through RIBA stages, and multidisciplinary integration to ensure alignment with client requirements, programme milestones, quality standards, and gateway approvals.

Managed design risks, technical issues, change control, and stakeholder coordination while acting as the primary client interface on design matters, ensuring effective communication, programme delivery, and minimisation of disruption across all project phases.

Reviewed and approved design submissions, established project governance and coordination processes, and led multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, compliant, constructable, and high-quality design solutions.

Supported value engineering, cost validation, and design optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency, performance, sustainability, and overall project outcomes.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Projects Portfolio Manager

August 2017 - November 2019

Ringway Jacobs UK

London, United Kingdom Hybrid

August 2017 - November 2019

Led and coordinated multidisciplinary design teams, managing technical documentation, statutory submissions, cost estimates, and programme delivery to meet client objectives and deadlines.

Planned, monitored, and controlled design and delivery activities, ensuring alignment with quality standards, programme milestones, and stakeholder requirements.

Prepared and presented technical reports to senior management and authorities, ensuring transparency, compliance, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Directed the design and delivery of highway and infrastructure schemes, improving safety, reducing congestion, and enhancing environmental performance within approved budgets.

Managed key project documentation (BoQs, CVS, PCI, CPP, TMP, CE), subcontractor coordination, and permit approvals, ensuring full compliance, safety, and successful project delivery from tender to handover.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Discipline lead & Principal Design Engineer (Highways)

April 2014 - August 2017

Jacobs UK

London, United Kingdom Hybrid

April 2014 - August 2017

During my tenure, I led the highway design discipline for major infrastructure projects across the United Kingdom, managing multidisciplinary teams in the UK and India to ensure efficient, effective, and budget-compliant delivery. I provided technical and managerial leadership, aligning design objectives with client requirements, project constraints, and statutory standards while promoting continuous improvement and design excellence.

I managed resources to progress detailed infrastructure designs through Technical Approval in full compliance with national standards. Collaborating with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, I delivered innovative, value-engineered design solutions optimising cost, constructability, and performance.

My responsibilities included technical leadership across highways, structures, utilities, and MEP systems, coordinating all design stages from master planning to IFC submissions. I prepared design documentation, technical reports, and chaired design and stakeholder meetings to ensure quality, compliance, and timely approvals.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy

Assistant Design Engineer

June 2010 - February 2014

Portsmouth City Council (PCC)

United Kingdom Hybrid

June 2010 - February 2014

During my time in the Civil Engineering department, I provided valuable support to senior engineers by creating technical drawings and contributing to design processes. My responsibilities revolved around the development of various schemes, such as highway design, drainage infrastructure, sustainable drainage systems, flood risk assessments, and flood alleviation schemes. Additionally, I was involved in project management, fostering client relationships, and conducting cost analyses for these schemes.

Company industry:
Architecture
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Site General Operative

May 2008 - June 2010

Strong Recruitment Group

London, United Kingdom

May 2008 - June 2010

I possess a strong understanding of construction principles and practical proficiency in operating tools and machinery. I consistently ensure compliance with safety regulations on construction sites by following supervisory guidance, working collaboratively with my team, and maintaining awareness of environmental and site-specific conditions to promote safe and efficient operations.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Education

University of Portsmouth

January 2008

January 2008

Master's degree, Civil Engineering

United Kingdom

GPA (percentage): 91%

GPA (percentage): 91%

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) — Student Membership Certificate Project Management Institute (PMI) — CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) AutoDesk / Revit / BIM Certifications — industry-recognised digital design credentials. Health & Safety Certificates — IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH (depending on course integration). Leadership and Teamwork Certificates (University Leadership Academy) Volunteering and Community Engagement Certificates

Skills

Technical Management
Expert
Technical Management
Expert
Infrastructure Projects
Expert
Infrastructure Projects
Expert
Project Portfolio Management
Expert
Project Portfolio Management
Expert
Construction Engineering
Expert
Construction Engineering
Expert
Civil Engineering
Expert
Civil Engineering
Expert
AVIATION
Intermediate
AVIATION
Intermediate
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Expert
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Expert
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Expert
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Expert
INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Expert
LEADERSHIP
Expert
SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
Expert
SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
Expert
Technical Director
Expert
Technical Director
Expert
CERTIFIED SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Expert
CERTIFIED SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
Design Director
Expert
Design Director
Expert
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
DESIGN MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
DESIGN MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KPIS
Intermediate
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KPIS
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE PMI METHODOLOGY
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE PMI METHODOLOGY
Intermediate
PROJECT PERFORMANCE
Intermediate
PROJECT PERFORMANCE
Intermediate

Languages

English

Native Speaker

Persian

Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certified
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Chartered Engineer
NEC 4 Role of Project Management
Time and Programming under Standard Forms
Principal Designer and Design Risk Management
Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
Chartered Engineer
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
NEC 4 Role
Chartered ICES, Time and Programming under Standard Forms

Hobbies and interests

Freestyle Football