Muhammad Asim, Assistant Director

Muhammad Asim

Assistant Director

Public Private Partnership Cell – Planning and Development Board, Government of Punjab

Location
Pakistan
Education
Master's degree, Project Management
Experience
12 years, 1 Months

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Total years of experience :12 years, 1 Months

Assistant Director at Public Private Partnership Cell – Planning and Development Board, Government of Punjab
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • My current job since November 2021

• Assist in the appraisal of PPP project proposals;
• Maintain an official record of all communications related to the PPP projects;
• Assist in the appraisal of relevant reports;
• Assist in the preparation of presentations, working papers, and minutes of all meetings for PPP Project proposals;
• Assist concerned ACs, Chief (Projects), and Member (PPP) in the disposal of official work;
• Keep an updated record of all projects;
• Analyze problems facing the implementation of PPP projects and propose solutions on how to resolve these problems;
• Coordinate with all stakeholders related to the project;
• Arrange periodic review meetings of PPP projects;
• Issue reminders at suitable intervals;
• Provide information regarding PPP projects continuously for the PPP website;

Program Officer at Program Implementation Unit – Planning and Development Board, Government of Punjab
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • October 2019 to October 2021

• Project Implementation & Coordination of ADP Projects funded by the World Bank i.e., J&C, EODB, PRMI, and PRIDE.
• Monitoring of the activities to be implemented by departments through a robust electronic dashboard.
• Providing Training to Implementing Agencies on various components of J&C, and PRMI.
• Coordination with allied departments for automation of regulatory initiatives and other program activities relating to the J&C & PRMI Program.
• Coordination with Federal Departments for the implementation of Reforms in Provincial departments of Punjab.
• Coordination with all provincial departments and consultancy firms for mapping of all RLCOs (Registrations, Licenses, Certificates, and Other Permits)
• Project Procurement Activities (Technical & Financial evaluations, Preparation of TORs) as per guidelines of the World Bank.
• Review of Project Evaluation reports for onward submission to World Bank.
• Member Technical & Financial Bids Opening Committee.

Project Coordinator at Project Management Unit – Primary & Secondary Healthcare Department
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • May 2017 to October 2019

Worked as Project Coordinator in the Project Management Unit - Primary & Secondary Healthcare Department, Government of Punjab. PMU is established for revamping of DHQ Hospitals & THQ Hospitals of Punjab. I was specially hired for Queue Management Project but I worked on many other projects like;
• Implementation of Public Address System in DHQs/THQs
• Provision of IT Equipment in DHQs/THQs
• Implementation of CCTV Security Surveillance
• Implementation of Medicolegal Examination System in DHQs/THQs
• Implementation of Video Conferencing System in DHQs/THQs
• Development of websites of all DHQs/THQs of Punjab
• Implementation & Supervision of Online Portals in DHQs/THQs
• Barcode tagging of non-Biomedical equipment in DHQs/THQs.

Responsibilities
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Procurement (Preparation of Tender Documents, Technical/Financial Bid Evaluation as per rules of PPRA)
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope, and within budget
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Manage the relationship with all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members' individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
• Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs
• I visited all THQs/DHQs hospitals of Punjab for requirement gathering, during implementation phases, and for inspection and monitoring purposes.

Asst. Project Manager at Cybersoft Solutions
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • December 2015 to April 2017

Worked as Asst. Project Manager in Cybersoft Solution. I was responsible for Managing Digital Signage Projects and besides this, I was providing Project Management Consultancy to the Software Development Department of Cybersoft Solutions. I worked on the following projects
• Provision and Installation of Digital Signage Devices at Quaid-e-Azam International Airport, Karachi
• Provision and Installation of Digital Signage Devices at Riphah International University, Rawalpindi
• Provision and Installation of Digital Signage Devices in all branches of Allied Bank Limited

Responsibilities
• Plan and implement projects
• Procurement (gathering information from the international market and procuring the best devices as per the requirements of clients.)
• Create a schedule and project timeline
• Track deliverables
• Monitor and report on project progress
• Communication with all stakeholders and keeping them updated regarding work progress.
• Implement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputs
• Evaluate and assess the result of the project

Assistant Project Officer at AWARD Pakistan
  • Pakistan - Faisalabad
  • December 2014 to November 2015

Association for Women's Awareness and Rural Development (AWARD) is a nongovernmental, nonprofit and non-political organization based in Faisalabad. Worked as Assistant Project Officer in AWARD Pakistan and worked on the following projects:
• Integrated Women Development Program for the 16 rural areas of District Faisalabad. (2014-2015)
• Women Advancement Program for the marginalized women of District Muzaffargarh. (2014-2015)
• Enterprise Development Program for the excluded communities of Tehsil Jhumra, District Faisalabad. (2014-2015)

Responsibilities
• Communicating with stakeholders regarding project needs and goals
• Contributing to the planning and development of projects
• Contributing to the procurements related to all projects
• Supporting the coordination and management of projects
• Researching information as required
• Performing administrative tasks such as preparing invoices, estimates, scheduling meetings, etc
• Keeping track of and reporting on project progress
• Completing any tasks assigned by the Project Manager in an efficient and timely manner

Assistant Manager at FACES Pakistan
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • November 2013 to October 2014

Formation Awareness & Community Empowerment Society (FACES) is a nongovernmental, nonprofit and non-political organization based in Lahore. Worked as Assistant Manager in Humanitarian Assistance Program and worked on many emergency relief projects during the flood of 2014. Worked on the following projects:
• Rehabilitation Project for Rain/flood affected families of province Punjab (FACES Pakistan, 2014-2015)
Caritas Germany and implementation partner FACES-Pakistan decided to cope with the flood situation of 2014. They focused on District Chiniot and District Hafizabad with marginalized mixed communities.
• Capacity Building Program for Small NGOs (FACES Pakistan, 2014)
We provided them with training on Governance, Financial Management, Project Management, Risk Management Networking, and Cooperation with selected 200 NGOs.
• Flood Affected Families in Punjab (FACES Pakistan, 2013)
South Punjab, District Dera Ghazi Khan was severely affected by the floods of 2013. To provide relief to the victims of this natural calamity through this project, with the financial support of Caritas Germany, FACES Pakistan provided 300 relief packages to 300 affected families.
Responsibilities
• Assist the project manager in the execution of the management plan for assigned projects
• Help coordinate and manage the project from inception to completion
• Review project designs and contributes ideas for cutting costs
• Carry out daily operational tasks in an effective and timely manner
• Facilitate communications between office and field staff
• Track and directly report project status updates to the project manager
• Help problem-solve issues and suggest ways to improve the project
• Organize, file, and maintain all current project documents
• Help create, manage, and maintain the project budget of all procurements
• Schedule and confirm deliveries to field staff
• Consult with and gather information from technicians, engineers, contractors, etc.
• Maintain positive vendor and client relationships
• Ensure the project adheres to a set schedule and is meeting the goals of the client

Program Coordinator at FACES Pakistan
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • October 2011 to March 2012

• Active Citizen Youth (FACES Pakistan, 2011-2013): This project was initiated by FACES Pakistan with the collaboration of the British Council, to promote tolerance among the different religious groups who do not share the same beliefs and lifestyle as each other.
• Peace Networking Campaign (FACES Pakistan, 2011-2012): Under this project, training sessions and peace activities were arranged for peace development and youth formation in 36 districts of Punjab

Responsibilities
• Support planning and coordination of a program and its activities
• Ensure implementation of policies and practices
• Monitor project budget and track expenditures/transactions of procurement.
• Handle the project-related financial administration
• Manage communications through media relations, social media, etc.
• Help build positive relations within the team and external parties
• Keep all members of the team up-to-date with relevant project information
• Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain agenda
• Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations (video conferencing, presentations, etc.)
• Keep updated records and create reports or proposals
• Support growth and program development
• Create presentations, summaries, and helping materials to ensure better communication and company-wide understanding of the program

Branch Manager at Peak Solutions College
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • February 2011 to October 2011

• Operations Management.
• Budget Planning and Procurement.
• Fully authorized for making policies and implementing them to promote business.
• Monitoring activities of every department.
• Chalk out marketing strategies.
• Regulate expense and revenue.

Telephone Sales Representative (TSR) at Aims Tech
  • Pakistan - Faisalabad
  • August 2010 to February 2011

• Worked as TSR in Operations department

Education

Master's degree, Project Management
  • at COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
  • February 2014

Major: Project Management

Bachelor's degree, Management
  • at Government College University, Faisalabad
  • January 2010

Major: Management

Specialties & Skills

MS Project
Primavera
MS Office tools
BUDGET PLANNING
MARKET PLANNING
ASSISTANT MANAGER
CONFERENCES
COUNCIL
FINANCIAL
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT
MICROSOFT PROJECT
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Languages

Urdu
Native Speaker
English
Expert
Punjabi
Expert

Training and Certifications

The Construction Industry: The Way Forward (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2022
Construction Finance (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2022
Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2022
Construction Project Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2022
Construction Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2022
Planning and Implementing Disclosure in Public-Private Partnerships (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2022
PPP e-Learning modules (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2022
Fundamentals Of Project Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2014
Project Management Project (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2016
Managing Project Risks and Changes (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2015
Budgeting and Scheduling Projects (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2015
Initiating and Planning Projects (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2015
Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2015
Project Management: The Basics for Success (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2015
Water and Sanitation Hygiene (Training)
Training Institute:
Formation Awareness & Community Empowerment Society
Date Attended:
January 2012
Duration:
10 hours
Animation and Development (Training)
Training Institute:
Formation Awareness & Community Empowerment Society
Date Attended:
January 2012
Duration:
5 hours
Microsoft Access (Training)
Training Institute:
Akhtar Hameed Khan National Centre for Rural Development
Date Attended:
May 2014
Duration:
40 hours

Hobbies

  • Designing