Osama Aljaroudi

Managed multiple types of consultancy projects between geotechnical projects, renewable projects and code& standards development.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements
• Project Management:
o Oversee all phases of projects, from service order review to subcontracting and client payments closure.
o Micromanage complex issues, leveraging engineering expertise and vendor relations to resolve challenges.
o Conduct weekly comprehensive meetings to track project progress and address issues.
o Conducts weekly and monthly reporting and project review with company senior and top management
o Coordinated external consultants to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
o Managed stakeholder expectations across leadership, commercial, and technical teams
o Measured project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques; provided regular reports on progress and performance.
• Leadership and Team Management:
o Lead a team of subject matter experts from the back-office engineering units.
• Procurement and Contract Management:
o Manage subcontractor packages, requests for proposals, and subcontracts, focusing on technical and business legal aspects.
o Ensure high quality, refusing to compromise on quality for cost or schedule.
• Risk and Issue Management:
o Identified project risks and developed mitigation and contingency plans to minimize schedule and cost impacts.
o Maintain an action list, issue log, and risk register to track and manage project issues and risks.
o Handle project scope variations from notification to estimation and negotiations variation order stages.
• Project Planning and Support:
o Participate in cash flow forecasting, budgeting, monthly review and reporting with senior management.
o Managed the money collection process in alignment with project progress and contractual milestones.
o Budget and cost control being improved by at least 5% by utilizing internal resources as main manpower.
o Prepared KPI-based progress reports, performance dashboards, and executive summaries for senior management.
o Modified project schedules based on actual material delivery, equipment availability, and site conditions.
o Collaborated with commercial, planning, and executive teams to ensure project alignment with business objectives
o Supported strategic decision making through analytical insights and cross functional coordination.
o Involved in smart utility systems, sustainable infrastructure, and renewable powered utility assets
o Supported proposal development, technical commercial submissions, and client presentations, contributing to securing new project awards.
o Identified opportunities for scope expansion and value-added services through continuous client engagement.
• Technical Expertise:
o Utilize broad and deep technical and business experience to manage complex projects effectively. My mastery in electrical systems aid into the review of reports prior to submission.
o Structured problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making.

Projects information is as follows: -
1- Office based Project Manager and Electrical Lead for Predevelopment of wind power plants projects (Site surveys and basic design) for various areas in Saudi Arabia for Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC)
2- Technical Manager for Development of Code & Standards for Duwayhin Nuclear Energy Company (DNEC)
3- Project Manager of NEOM Geotechnical siting projects, various service orders (Sindalah, The line, Magna, Gulf of Aqabah, Shusha Island, Oxagon…etc.).

I manage all company projects from order handover from sales, ensuring comprehensive oversight from contract review to project completion. My responsibilities encompass:
• Contract Review: Addressing any technical, commercial, or schedule issues before project launch.
• Project Launch: Conducting internal project launch meetings and customer kickoff meetings, detailing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Engineering Submissions: Overseeing engineering submissions to customers for approval before procurement begins.
• Procurement and Production: Initiating procurement and monitoring production, quality, and progress through daily and weekly meetings.
• Invoicing and Reporting: Invoicing based on project progress and reporting revenue, profit margins, and forecasts.
• Site Coordination: Participating in site surveys, resolving technical issues, and coordinating with service departments for installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Stakeholder Communication: Direct communication with headquarters procurement and finance to expedite deliveries and payments, and with material suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Third-Party Inspections: Participating in inspections to justify any deviations and ensure punch list closeout
• Margin improvement: Achieving at least 5% in cost savings of materials through engineering optimization and alternative vendor selection.
• Supported organizational transformation initiatives, including process re engineering, capability development, and cross functional alignment.

I managed Saudi Aramco site construction projects across various domains of project management with a team of eight-line managers. I prioritize swift action and timely escalation to mitigate risks of project delays or cost overruns.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements
• Project Management:
o Managed project execution in line with approved plans, resources, and timelines, modifying execution strategies based on client requirements and site conditions.
o Micromanage complex issues, leveraging engineering expertise and vendor relations to resolve challenges.
o Acted as the focal point between the client and internal departments, prepared monitoring reports, progress reports, and deviation analyses.
o Developed master schedules and detailed execution schedules; updated schedules based on actual progress, material delivery, and equipment availability.
o Selected project teams based on project size and priorities; prepared man-hour and equipment plans in coordination with relevant departments.
o Ensured full compliance with the quality control department during all inspection and testing phases.
o Ensured all safety standards were applied across all project phases.
o Coordinated internal resources and third-party vendors for flawless project execution, ensuring on-time, within-scope, and within-budget delivery
o Contributed to proposal development, technical submissions, and client engagement activities across multiple projects.
• Leadership and Team Management:
o Directed multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams on large-scale, high-visibility developments requiring premium quality standards and stakeholder alignment. Select key staff during project initiation and develop training, recognition, and rewards systems.
o Instill a safety culture within the project team through active participation in safety activities and site walkthroughs.
o Maintained senior-level client relationships, ensuring alignment with project vision, resolving disputes, and driving commercial clarity across contracts and change orders.
o Led structured stakeholder alignment meetings with safety, quality, engineering, construction, procurement, HR, Admin, planning, cost control, and client representatives.
• Procurement and Contract Management:
o Supervised material quantity calculations, procurement requests, prepare all receiving materials tables, and site delivery processes to ensure uninterrupted project progress.
o Ensure high quality in procurement and construction, refusing to compromise on quality for cost or schedule.
o Prepared pricing for all project phases and implemented cost reduction strategies that improved project profitability by 5-20%.
• Risk and Issue Management:
o Analyzed project risks and developed mitigation strategies; ensured resource availability and allocation
o Maintain an action list, issue log, and risk register to track and manage project issues and risks.
o Handle project scope changes from notification to estimation and negotiations stages.
• Project Planning and Support:
o Support PMO in future project selection from business and execution perspectives.
o Participate in cash flow forecasting, earned value review, and initial stage project financing planning.
• Technical Expertise:
o Provided technical guidance and support to team members; maintained comprehensive project documentation.
o Managed basic and detailed design deliverables, IFC reviews, and technical queries.
o Comprehend and apply cutting-edge technologies for cost savings and time efficiency.
o Recommended process improvements and best practices to enhance project efficiency and reduce recurring issues.

I serve as the client projects head, managing projects from feasibility research through to completion. This includes handling management of change, initiation, planning, execution, site activities, and closing phases. My expertise spans evaluating the viability of copper processing plant machinery, as well as residential and utility projects.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements
• Project Management:
o Manage all phases of projects, from feasibility study, basic and detailed engineering, to project completion.
o Conduct thorough evaluations of copper processing plant machinery and other utility projects.
o Manage the site delivery process ensuring quality and safety adherence.
o Led cross functional strategic initiatives, contributing to operating model enhancements and organizational transformation.
o Conducted feasibility assessments, business case development, and financial justification for capital projects.
o Delivered structured analysis and benchmarking to support executive decision-making and long-term planning.
o Developed project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
o Ensured compliance with project safety and quality standards, implementing a zero-accident philosophy.
o Utilized SAP and ERP systems for project accounting, cost control, procurement tracking, and performance reporting.
o Developed project charters, work plans, and WBS structures to guide execution and ensure alignment with project objectives.
o Maintained organized project documentation, ensuring timely updates, version control, and structured distribution to stakeholders.
• Budget Preparation and Procurement:
o Prepare complete budgets and manage procurement activities for projects.
o Prepare and float tender packages and draft contracts in coordination with the supply chain department.
• Business Planning and AFE:
o Led value engineering initiatives across multiple projects, achieving 5-20% cost savings while maintaining quality and performance requirements.
o Participate in high-level business planning and budgeting during the feasibility stage.
o Create justifications for authorization for expenditure (AFE) and project charter approvals.
• Capital Coordination:
o Oversee and control assets and projects related to sustainability, growth, safety, and the environment.
o Conduct financial tasks including forecasting, monthly cash flow reforecasting, life-of-mine budgeting, and budget monitoring. Review actual expenses against project budget.
• Climate Change Advocacy:
o Volunteered as the mines climate change advocate, developing strategies to align with Barrick CO2e and international targets.
o Calculate existing emitters and recommend reduction objectives.
• Project Execution:
o Engineering coordination for copper processing plant systems
o Improved copper concentrate flotation system for better recovery and reliability.
o Engineered, procured, and installed a new primary ore crusher to enhance plant availability and reliability.
o Constructed a new emulsion explosive facility for chemical storage.
o Expanded Lode 1 cyclone cluster and reagent facility.
• Transformation Journy Participation:
o Supported organizational transformation and operating model development.
• Training & Development
o Supported team capability development through structured training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

I have led a multidisciplinary engineering team to carry out design reviews, design rectifications, shop drawing preparations, as-built documentation, and technical support throughout the entire project cycle, including procurement, subcontract management, construction, and estimation technical support.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements
• Design Review and Rectification:
o Conduct design reviews and rectifications, ensuring swift solutions that save project time and money.
o Identify potential change orders or savings through design optimization.
• Shop Drawings and As-Built Documentation:
o Oversee the preparation of shop drawings and as-built documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Technical Support:
o Provide technical support for all project functions, including procurement, subcontract management, construction, and estimation.
o Conduct procurement material-technical reviews before client submission to reduce time, errors, and costs by eliminating over-specification requirements.
• Project Budgeting and Cost Control:
o Participate in and prepare project budgets and forecasts based on subsequent year forecasts.
o Apply cost control measures to ensure projects remain within budget.
• Acting Project Manager Support:
o Support the project manager as needed, acting as construction manager or procurement manager.
o Manage subcontractors to ensure timely and quality project execution.
Project

Abu Ali Early Work, Berri Crude Increment Processing Facilities Project (SAR 255 million)
This project involved preparing the early infrastructure for the GOSP 6 development. It included multiple early work packages such as:
• Process Control System modification
• New 30” High Pressure Water Injection Line
• Temporary Construction Facilities
• Community and Utilities:
o Power Stations
o Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) (Achieved 25% saving on material cost by engineering optimization)
o Lift Stations
o Pipelines
o Medium and Low Voltage Cable Laying and Termination
• Soil Improvement
• Road Improvement
• Oil Plant Vessels Demolition

• Oversaw projects worth multiple billion Riyals, achieving savings of at least 70% on project engineering budgets compared to outsourcing to consulting firms.
• Participated in department budget preparation, forecasting, and cost control.
• Contributed to business development, strategic planning, and financial investment viability for mega projects for initial funding.
• Managed an experienced department with experts in architectural, civil/structural, electro-mechanical, and low current systems such as DCS systems, PLC, fire systems, BMS, and CCTV security systems…etc. (instrumentation and Automation).
• Delivered complex infrastructure and utilities systems supporting mixed-use and hospitality environments (power, water, wastewater, SCADA, security systems, and public facilities).
• Led design reviews, value engineering, and contractor management to ensure compliance with architectural, MEP, and civil/structural requirements typical of mixed use projects.
• Addressed site technical issues to avoid project delays or resolve maintenance problems.
• Coordinated status reviews with clients and conducted value engineering studies for cost savings.
• Developed concept designs and supported estimation and procurement.
• Provided material-technical compliance reviews for complex project materials.
• Prepared maintenance programs and supported facility management for the company and Saudi Aramco facilities.
• Prepared, organized, and executed talent development programs and supervised nominees.
• Achieved cost savings of at least 10% in material procurement by engineering optimization and vendor selection
• Coached and mentored engineering teams to improve design quality and delivery performance.
• Managed all aspects of large-scale infrastructure and city development projects, including water and wastewater works, for government and semi-government entities as well as private sectors .
• Managed critical power generation and water processing facilities operation and maintenance across residential compounds.
• Experience with seawater desalination processes, wastewater and utility water systems.
• Managed construction and maintenance of wet and dry utilities infrastructure across large industrial, commercial and residential developments. This includes external works (Roads, land scaping, parking, security systems…etc.)
• Led performance tests, reliability tests, and acceptance testing for utility systems.
• Managed development and implementation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and objectives for large-scale infrastructure and city development projects.
• Engaged with government entities and utility providers to ensure project objectives were met.


Key Projects:
• Saudi Aramco’s Safaniya Replace Control System Project - SAR 250 million.
• Bin Zagr National Distribution Center including utilities and automation - SAR 500 million.
• Mawadah Hotel, Medina Monowara, MEP & BMS system - SAR 100 million.
• Saudi Aramco’s Modular Data Center Project - SAR 250 million.
• Makkah Public Transportation Project - SAR 3 billion.
• Saudi Aramco’s Jazan Permanent Residential Camp and Offices, including infrastructure, Permanent Utility Stations, Tanks, and Permanent Compound - SAR 500 million. (Achieved 20% on generators selection)
• Saudi Aramco KAUST General Construction Services Project (Power & Utilities focus) SAR 250 million.
• Royal Commission Early Infrastructure Project including SCADA system (Underground Utilities) Ras El-Khair - SAR 156 million (Achieved 20% on power equipment selection optimization)
• Various Security Systems Projects - Included power stations, security buildings, and systems.

My role involved ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of power generation and distribution equipment, contributing to the overall efficiency and stability of plant operations. I was responsible for the maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of medium (13.8kV) and low (480V) voltage power generation and distribution equipment
Key Responsibilities:
• Maintenance and Repair:
o Conducted maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of medium and low voltage power generation and distribution equipment.
o Ensured the reliability and efficiency of power systems for Oil & Gas, Energy, and utility operations.
• Commissioning:
o Led the commissioning of new equipment, ensuring it met operational standards and requirements. That includes LV, MV equipment and automation systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA).
o Achieved commissioning of 20, 000 HP Gas compressor for gas plant expansion in record time of 2 months on MV system and control systems.
• Drawing Review and Verification:
o Reviewed and verified new plant expansion drawings based on process and control requirements.
o Proposed corrections to ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco Material Specifications and Engineering Standards.
• Problem-Solving:
o Offered solutions to repeated equipment failures and plant power instability issues through research and adherence to engineering guidelines.
o Implemented measures to enhance system reliability and reduce downtime.

Responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and repair of electronic downhole sensor tools for the Oil and Gas exploration application. Achieved Mean Time between Failures of 600 hours on Slim Pulse tool (Measurement While Drilling tool) worldwide record.

Assisted design engineers on the design of ANSI/IEEE Switchgear and Motor Control Centers, customer drawings and specifications review, and approval support process. Coordinate all activities between engineering, procurement, and manufacturing stages. Achieved successful delivery ahead of site readiness of Berri Gas Plant expansion MV & LV switchgears, Motor control centers and transformers