Mohammed Karam Mahmoud Abdelhalim

- Provide strategic, centralized governance for a global portfolio of 20+ EPC projects across 5 countries, ensuring adherence to execution strategy, budget, and schedule.

- Spearhead the standardization and digitization of construction management, implementing Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and developing department-wide SOPs to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

- Lead the prequalification, selection, and negotiation for international subcontractor packages, ensuring optimal value and compliance across the project portfolio.

Project Name: Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, Tanzania
Owner: Tanzania Electric Supply Company - TANESCO
Client: TANROADS ENGINEERING CONSULTING UNIT - TECU
December 2021 - September 2022

• Oversaw the mechanical construction of the Powerhouse for the self-execution and subcontractor packages.
• Directed turbine and generator package installation (9 Francis turbines and generators).
• Managed the installation of the balance of plant systems and utilities, HVAC, firefighting systems, and steel structures.
• Led a multicultural team of + 900 employees from 5 different nationalities.
• Ensured subcontractor compliance with the scope and specifications.
• Executed stakeholder management and internal/external communications to align project progress.

Project brief: Julius Nyerere Hydropower Station (JNHS; RHHP; Rufiji Hydroelectric Power Project; Stiegler's Gorge Dam) is a hydroelectric dam under construction across the Rufiji River in eastern Tanzania. Although controversial, the government approved the plans in 2018. The power station is expected to have an installed capacity of 2, 115 megawatts I'm working in the Julius Nyerere Hydropower plant project as a Lead Construction Engineer - Mechanical at Joint Venture of The Arab Contractors & Elsewedy Electric

Project Name: Assiut Supercritical Power Station 1X650 MW, Project
Location: Assiut, Egypt.

Owner: Upper Egypt Electricity Production Company (UPPEC)
Client: Power Generation Engineering and Services Company (PEGSCO)

Project Brief: Main Contractor for CP-118 (Mechanical Equipment / Pipe Installation) Package, EEPSP is the first Egyptian contractor awarded CP-118 Package


1- Work Duration: March 2020 - December 2021.
Job Role: Acting as Deputy Construction Manager

o Directing and overseeing all mechanical site activities and subcontractor works throughout the various project phases, including construction, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handing over.
o Monitoring and addressing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) issues on-site, as well as ensuring adherence to quality standards
o Taking charge of pre-commissioning activities and providing assistance during the commissioning process
o Managing the seamless handover of systems to the client
o Facilitating effective communication with key stakeholders including clients, consultants, and owners

2- Work Duration: June 2018 - March 2021.
Job Role: Senior Construction Engineer - Mechanical

o Taking charge of subcontractor activities specifically related to the BOP (Balance of Plant) piping systems.
o Conducting inspections of the piping systems, including both the piping and supports, to verify quality, integrity, and adherence to design and engineering standards.
o Conducting inspections of static and rotating equipment associated with the piping systems to ensure proper installation and functionality.
o Overseeing the receiving and inspection process for materials used in the BOP piping systems and their equipment.
o Collaborating with procurement teams and suppliers to resolve material-related issues or discrepancies.

Project Name: Beni Suef Combined Cycle Power 4800MW
Client: Upper Egypt Electricity Production Company - UPPEC

Project Brief: Consortium between SIEMENS AG & ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC for The Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning for Beni Suef new Combined Cycle Power with 4800 MW

• The MOD 40 boilers is the 1st Self-Execution boilers done by PSP
• The MOD 40 team was Nominated as the Best Area (for safety Performance), and Nominated as the Best Contractor (for overall Performance)
• Supervised self-execution of piping system installations, leading a team of + 300 employees from 3 nationalities.
• Planned upfront activities, detailed timelines, and coordinated resources to meet project deadlines.

Project Name: SIBA Field Development Project,
Project Location: Basra, Iraq.

Client: Kuwait Energy Iraq limited (KEIL)

Project Brief: The Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) contract with $185-million to build a central processing facility (CPF) at the SIBA gas field development with a capacity of 110 million cubic feet a day to treat the production fluids and raw water to produce dry gas. And also include gas-gathering units from the well-sites, raw water in-take station


Work Duration: February 2016 - June 2017
Job Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer at the Plant scope

o Maintaining effective communication channels with key stakeholders such as clients, consultants, and owners, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.
o Taking charge of the technical recruitment process for technicians from Egypt to join the project in Iraq. This includes sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, evaluating qualifications, and facilitating the onboarding process.
o Ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards by preparing and reviewing comprehensive work packages, procedures, and method statements for mechanical construction activities.
o Overseeing the fabrication and installation process of Glass Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) piping. This involves witnessing inspections, verifying compliance with specifications, and ensuring proper execution.
o Taking responsibility for the preparation of the assembly procedure for the thermal oxidizer flare, which includes planning and documenting the step-by-step process for the installation of this specific component. The procedure accounts for its substantial length (over 60 meters) and weight (650 tons).


Work Duration: February 2016 - June 2017
Job Role: Area Construction Manager for Upstream Pipelines

o Ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards by preparing and reviewing comprehensive work packages, procedures, and method statements for mechanical construction activities.
o Reviewing received drawings and identifying obstacles such as material shortages, routing issues, clashes, or mismatches. Proposing redesign solutions to address these challenges and ensure smooth construction progress.
o Develop comprehensive plans for site construction activities, aligning them with the project schedule, milestones, and priorities. This includes creating a detailed roadmap that outlines the sequence of tasks and resources required for successful execution.
o Take charge of day-to-day site management, assuming leadership in overseeing and monitoring the site labor force and subcontractor activities. This involves ensuring compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and project specifications.
o Coordinate and supervise the site labor force, providing guidance, support, and clear instructions to optimize productivity and maintain a safe working environment. Foster a collaborative and motivated team atmosphere to enhance overall performance.

Project Name: Khor Al Zubair - Nasiriyah LPG Pipeline (PL.),
Project Location: Basra, Iraq.

Client: Oil Pipeline Company - OPC

Project Brief: The Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) contract $100-million for a 16-Inch pipeline with 200 KM length to transfer Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

Job Role: Site Manager for 70 KM Section.

Main Achievements:
Completed the construction activities ahead of schedule, encompassing:
o Welding, laying, and tie-in of a 70 KM length pipeline.
o Excavation and backfilling along the entire pipeline route.
o Installation of cathodic protection systems and fiber optics cable.
o Successfully executed three river-crossings using open-cut methods.
o Accomplished twenty-five road crossings through a combination of thrust boring and open-cut techniques.
o Fabrication and erection of four valve-room stations.
The efficient completion of these tasks demonstrates the project team's ability to meet and exceed project milestones while ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

1- 20 KM Length, 10” Ammonia PL., Suez, Egypt Feb 2014 till Sep 2014
Job role: Mechanical Site Manager, succeed to overcome the lateness of project start and finish all work in fast track schedule plus change order equal to 30% of project budget

2- 6 KM, Sokhna Power station 20” Feeding Mazut PL., Suez, Egypt Dec 2013 till Feb 2014
Job role: Superintended Mechanical Engineer, succeed to select the best route of the pipeline in the project initiation phase as the area was having many obstacles and future construction facility

3- Mechanical site Engineer Feb2012 till Dec 2013
- 4.5 KM, Sokhna Power station 24” Natural Gas (NG.) PL., Suez, Egypt
- 40 KM Gamasa - Venusa 42” NG. PL., Dakahlia, Egypt
- Utility Cycle, New land Oil Train, South Sinai, Egypt
- 6 KM, 32” Importing NG. PL. Suez, Egypt
- 90 KM, Badr - El Tebbin 20" Petroleum PL., Helwan, Egypt
- 9 KM, 32” Water Disposal PL., South Sinai, Egypt
- 1 KM Length, 20” Ezz Steel Feeding NG. PL., Suez, Egypt
- 34 KM, Abo Sultan - ElShabab Power Station 24” NG. PL., Ismailia, Egypt
- 14 KM, Gamasa - Abo Madi 24” NG. PL., Dakahlia, Egypt