Mohammed Farooq

Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Directed enterprise-wide quality framework (EMS) implementation across multi-billion
dollar mining mega projects, establishing quality governance forums and strategic
quality planning aligned with client and corporate objectives
• Led structured risk management methodology application, conducting risk assessment
workshops, identifying systemic threats, and implementing preventive/corrective
actions with comprehensive risk registers.
• Developed and executed integrated project quality plans, ensuring consistency across
FEED, EPC, and PMC project phases with clear quality objectives and governance
controls.
• Developed comprehensive key performance indicators (KPIs) dashboard, tracked
quality performance trends, analyzed root causes, and delivered monthly quality
metrics reports to executive management and stakeholder reviews.
• Facilitated value improving practices (VIPs) program including value engineering,
lessons learned integration, and innovation initiatives to optimize project delivery and
client satisfaction.
• Oversaw project milestone assessments, construction readiness reviews, operations
project reviews (OPRs), and quality gate approvals ensuring technical and procedural
readiness.
• Defined quality requirements for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers; conducted
performance audits; and ensured adherence to quality standards and contractual
obligations.
• Coordinated internal and third-party peer reviews (cold eyes reviews), quality
governance forums, and assurance reviews with Head of QA and operations
management.
• Elevated client satisfaction metrics through VIP implementation, proactive stakeholder
engagement, and data-driven quality insights.
• Provided training and mentorship to multi-disciplinary project teams on quality
procedures, work processes, and compliance obligations, enhancing organizational
competency.
• Represented quality function in strategic decision-making forums, operations reviews,
and client meetings, influencing process improvements and business alignment.

Projects:
1. Residue Upgrade Ras Tanura Refinery (RURTR), FEED, Saudi Aramco| January 2022 - July 2023
2. AMIRAL Petrochemical Complex, FEED, Saudi Aramco & Total Energies |December 2020 - January 2022
3. Haradh & Hawiyah Gas Compression & Infrastructure PMC, Saudi Aramco| May 2019 - November 2020

Key Achievements & Responsibilities
• Led development and execution of enterprise quality plans aligned with ISO 9001:2015, Aramco Schedule Q, contractual requirements, and international codes for critical FEED projects serving Saudi Aramco stakeholders,
• Directed implementation of quality governance frameworks ensuring full compliance with company EMS, Aramco specifications, international standards, and regulatory obligations across design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Conducted independent quality surveillance, internal audits, and compliance reviews; identified systemic issues; and drove corrective/preventive actions to ensure sustained compliance and continuous improvement.

• Developed comprehensive project quality plans (PQP) ensuring alignment with ISO 9001, Schedule Q, SAEP-1154, and SAER 1972 guidelines across all project disciplines and phases.
• Reviewed and approved design deliverables at 60%, 90%, and 100% design basis completion stages, ensuring technical conformance, compliance with ITPs, and documentation within Worley Assurance System.
• Directed risk management workshops and sessions identifying project threats and opportunities; established mitigation strategies; and maintained integrated risk registers linked to project planning.
• Developed and tracked comprehensive quality metrics dashboard; delivered monthly KPI and design metrics reports to senior management and client stakeholders; provided data-driven insights on quality trends and systemic risks.
• Supervised non-conformance management process with rigorous root cause analysis (RCA), corrective/preventive action (CAPA) implementation, closure verification, and lessons learned integration into future designs.
• Oversaw supplier qualification program, conducted performance evaluations and audits, ensured adherence to quality standards, and managed inspection/testing programs across supply chain.
• Managed client interfaces, assurance reviews, and compliance reporting; maintained strong alignment with Saudi Aramco expectations; and coordinated multi-disciplinary teams for technical problem resolution.
• Led continuous improvement initiatives focused on audit performance enhancement, client satisfaction optimization, and cross-functional collaboration; drove root cause investigations for design rejections and quality deviations.
• Advised Project Directors, Engineering Managers, and Discipline Leads on quality performance, risk exposure, regulatory compliance, and improvement initiatives.
• Represented quality function in management reviews, operational reviews (OPRs), and client meetings, influencing strategic decisions and process optimization.
• As Quality Consultant on Haradh & Hawiya PMC project, reviewed contractor project quality plans, oversaw QHSE management system compliance, led multi-disciplinary design reviews (IFC 60%, 90%, 100%), and governed NCR management with contractor accountability.

• Prepared and submitted comprehensive quality plan and procedures ensuring
alignment with Quality Management Program requirements, ISO 9001 standards, and
project specifications.
• Reviewed complete design drawing packages at 60%, 90%, and 100% IFC stages,
provided technical comments, and ensured design conformance with standards and
client requirements.
• Planned and conducted quality audits at critical project milestones (15% and 60%
completion), verified QMS and ISO standards compliance, and assessed organizational
readiness.
• Oversaw NCR process including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action
follow-up, documentation closure, and coordination with project management and
client representatives.
• Developed quality management system metrics; prepared monthly quality
management reports (QMRs) summarizing audit performance, NCR trends, and quality
indicators; provided executive insights.
• Collaborated with Aramco SAPID and SAPMT stakeholders ensuring full compliance
with standards, design specifications, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Provided strategic quality guidance to Project Manager and executive management on
improvement initiatives, audit results, critical risks, and compliance status.
• Supervised and mentored site quality teams and subcontractors; strengthened QMS
compliance awareness; enhanced organizational quality competency and procedural
consistency.
• Conducted formal management review meetings with project leadership evaluating
performance trends, audit outcomes, improvement opportunities, and quality culture.
• Ensured document control integrity, maintained traceable quality records, managed
inspection reports, testing documentation, and audit files for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated supplier quality requirements with procurement department; ensured
vendors met project-specific QA/QC standards and inspection levels; conducted vendor
audits.
• Delivered quality awareness training programs, corrective action training, and
compliance education to enhance workforce competency and continuous improvement
culture.
• Achieved on-time project delivery with zero NCR backlog, enhanced audit compliance
to 98%, and maintained superior quality metrics throughout project lifecycle.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Directed preparation and implementation of comprehensive project quality plans (PQP) in full compliance with ISO 9001, Schedule Q, and SAER 1972 requirements across design, procurement, and construction.
• Established quality governance structures, chaired quality review boards, and maintained strategic oversight ensuring consistent application of quality standards across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Supervised technical review and approval of design deliverables at 30%, 60%, 90%, and 100% IFC stages; identified deviations; and drove timely resolution with engineering and client teams.
• Achieved project quality index (PQI) exceeding 95% reflecting superior adherence to standards, client satisfaction, and execution performance; tracked comprehensive quality metrics.
• Governed material review, technical bid evaluation, vendor approvals, and inspection programs ensuring conformity with client specifications and quality standards.
• Led independent audits at 15% and 60% project milestones across design, procurement, and construction phases; verified compliance with quality objectives; drove continual improvement.
• Managed comprehensive NCR and corrective action system; conducted root cause analysis; implemented preventive measures; ensured closure verification and lessons learned integration.
• Oversaw discipline-specific quality inspections during procurement and construction; issued final disposition reports; validated compliance with approved inspection and test plans (ITPs) and international codes.
• Coordinated directly with Saudi Aramco PID, SAPID, and SAPMT departments; ensured technical alignment; managed compliance reporting; resolved interface issues and contractual matters.
• Delivered quality and compliance training to project personnel, subcontractors, and inspection teams; enhanced technical competency and procedural consistency across organization.
• Chaired management review meetings assessing audit findings, KPI performance, quality trends, and implementing improvement actions.
• Evaluated team performance; implemented skills enhancement programs; fostered accountability culture; elevated quality excellence standards organization-wide.
• Maintained comprehensive quality documentation and traceability; ensured all records met contractual and regulatory audit requirements; managed document control systems.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Prepared and submitted comprehensive project quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality checklists for SAPID review and approval.
• Supervised field QA/QC operations implementing quality control plans and procedures in accordance with international standards and specific contractual requirements.
• Conducted comprehensive site inspections with SAPID including OSP activities (casting of manholes, hand holes, ducting, fiber optic cable splicing, vehicle barrier systems) and ISP activities (telecom and security systems).
• Following up with QC inspectors and construction team on closure of Logbook Entries (LBEs), Internal Non-Conformance Reports (INCRs), and Company NCRs; expedited process for defect closure.
• Investigated root cause of non-conformances and provided corrective actions as required for remedial work and prevention of recurrence.
• Guided subcontractors and construction team members ensuring compliance with Aramco standards, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Coordinated with client inspectors obtaining feedback for logbook entries and preparing corrective action responses for closure of violations.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Conducted comprehensive inspections related to material receiving, equipment assembly/fabrication, installation, testing, and pre-commissioning activities.
• Issued Internal Non-Conformance Reports (INCRs) at each non-conformance event to avoid formal logbook entries, SURs, and Company NCRs; maintained quality records.
• Conducted document review of material test reports ensuring material compliance with standard requirements and specifications.
• Scheduled and coordinated material receiving inspections with SAPID for acceptance of delivered materials at warehouses and project sites.
• Verified site work for compliance with engineering standards; ensured required IFC and redline drawings were available prior to request for inspection (RFI) submissions.
• Achieved goal of obtaining RFI acceptance on first visit of PID inspector through proactive quality management and coordination.
• Initiated internal logbook entries and NCRs to construction teams for effective implementation of project quality plans, ITPs, procedures, specifications, and IFC drawings.
• Performed all inspections based on Engineering Standards, Construction Specifications, Schedule Q, and Schedule G Manual requirements.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Prepared comprehensive telecom ITPs for ISP (In-Service Pressure) & OSP (Outside Plant) activities with reference to BICSI (TDMM & OSPDRM), EIA/TIA, ANSI, and NEC Standards; obtained SAPID approval.
• Reviewed method statements and construction procedures for alignment with project specifications and quality requirements.
• Provided close supervision of construction activities during installation, testing, and pre-commissioning phases ensuring quality compliance.
• Conducted routine internal meetings with construction teams addressing potential problems, preventing standard violations, and maintaining quality awareness.
• Monitored tools and testing equipment ensuring calibration status, proper maintenance, and compliance with measurement standards.
• Inspected all communication rooms and systems ensuring work completion to standards and specifications.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation for work performed during site surveys and inspections across all project activities.