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Wissam El Hajj Chehade, Senior Utilities and Urban works Technical Engineer

Wissam El Hajj Chehade

Senior Utilities and Urban works Technical Engineer·WeBuild

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Civil Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 11 years, 11 months

Senior Utilities and Urban works Technical Engineer

December 2023 - Present

WeBuild

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

December 2023 - Present

• Played a pivotal role in the successful completion of the works and handing over of the Riyadh Metro Project - Line 3, focusing on infrastructure and urban development.
• Coordinated efficiently with government authorities to manage utility diversions and secure permanent connections, ensuring smooth project execution and handing over.
• Led the development of shop drawings and secured timely approvals for as-built documentation, enhancing project accuracy and compliance.
• Employed collaborative problem-solving techniques to address technical challenges, facilitating a seamless project handover.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, contributing to the overall success of large-scale infrastructure projects.

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

Construction Manager

January 2022 - December 2023

Saudi Tumpane

Hail, Saudi Arabia

January 2022 - December 2023

• Led the construction execution of the Al Ajfar Water Treatment Plant, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines while maintaining high QHSE standards.
• Developed and executed comprehensive management plans encompassing construction scope, schedule, cost, resources, quality, risk, procurement, and change management.
• Conducted risk workshops and stakeholder meetings to effectively align project expectations and address technical challenges.
• Collaborated with engineering, procurement, and technical teams to streamline project processes and enhance overall efficiency.
• Achieved project milestones through proactive management and effective communication, fostering a collaborative work environment.

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

Senior Project Engineer

January 2020 - December 2021

CitiScape - Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2020 - December 2021

• Spearheaded construction teams in executing critical infrastructure works, including landscaping, street lighting, and road works, enhancing urban development.
• Ensured adherence to engineering drawings and maintained rigorous quality and safety standards across diverse disciplines.
• Proactively resolved design conflicts with engineering teams and contractors, facilitating timely project approvals and minimizing delays.
• Collaborated closely with main contractors to track project progress and develop effective recovery plans, ensuring project milestones were met.
• Designed and implemented comprehensive quality and safety control programs in alignment with QHSE standards, promoting a culture of safety on-site.

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

Construction Manager

November 2017 - December 2019

Saudi Tumpane

Hail, Saudi Arabia

November 2017 - December 2019

• Spearheaded the upgrade of the Al Humaimah WTP, enhancing water treatment capacity through innovative ceramic membrane filtration technology.
• Oversaw the construction of reinforced concrete and steel structures, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards across all project phases.
• Collaborated with procurement and engineering teams to effectively address technical challenges, optimizing design accuracy and project efficiency.
• Facilitated subcontractor meetings to monitor project milestones, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery of materials, maintaining strict adherence to project schedules.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and project management skills, contributing to the successful completion of complex infrastructure projects.

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

Site Engineer

December 2015 - November 2017

Cap France Bat S.A.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

December 2015 - November 2017

• Spearheaded the execution of RCC structures and steel works, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards and project specifications.
• Conducted comprehensive reviews of engineering drawings, schedules, and method statements, facilitating effective coordination among subcontractors to optimize workflow.
• Generated detailed daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, enhancing communication with consultants and stakeholders to guarantee timely project delivery.
• Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges, contributing to improved project efficiency and execution.
• Fostered a collaborative team environment, promoting best practices in construction management and infrastructure development.

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

Junior Structural Engineer

March 2014 - June 2015

Dekra Industrial

Nantes, France

March 2014 - June 2015

• Conducted thorough reviews and validations of structural designs and calculations for tower crane installations, enhancing safety and efficiency.
• Developed a comprehensive guidebook for integrating Eurocodes into company practices, streamlining compliance and improving project outcomes.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment on projects specifications and standards.
• Implemented best practices that reduced the risk of technical incidents during crane operations.
• Contributed to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, fostering a culture of safety and quality within the organization.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Education

Polytech Nantes

September 2014

September 2014

Master's degree, Civil Engineering

France

Notre Dame High School

June 2008

June 2008

High school or equivalent, Math and Physics

Lebanon

Skills

Continuous Improvement
Expert
Continuous Improvement
Expert
Problem Solving
Expert
Problem Solving
Expert
Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Ambitious
Expert
Ambitious
Expert
AUTOCAD
Expert
AUTOCAD
Expert
MEETING FACILITATION
Expert
MEETING FACILITATION
Expert
MICROSOFT PROJECT
Beginner
MICROSOFT PROJECT
Beginner
MICROSOFT WORKS
Expert
MICROSOFT WORKS
Expert
PROGRESS
Expert
PROGRESS
Expert
QUALITY
Expert
QUALITY
Expert
SAFETY
Expert
SAFETY
Expert
CONSULTING
Intermediate
CONSULTING
Intermediate
Continuous Improvement
Expert
Continuous Improvement
Expert
Problem Solving
Expert
Problem Solving
Expert
Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Ambitious
Expert
Ambitious
Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

French

Expert

Spanish

Beginner

Memberships

Lebanese Order of Engineers and Architects

Member

August 2015

Saudi Council of Engineers

Member

December 2015

Training and Certifications

Certifications
PMP® - Project Management Institute, Credential ID 3344613
Sep 2022 - Sep 2025
P3O® - AXELOS
Apr 2023 - Apr 2023
RMP® - Project Management Institute, Credential ID 3423727
Feb 2023 - Feb 2026
SP® - Project Management Institute, Credential ID 3364920
Oct 2022 - Oct 2025

Training
ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Awareness and Internal Audit Training Course
Bureau Veritas

Hobbies and interests

AI
History
Travel
Basketball