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Yarob Al Baridi, Project Director

Yarob Al Baridi

Project Director·ALBAWANI Co.

Saudi Arabia

Diploma, FIDIC CONTRACTS

Work experience

Total years of experience: 36 years, 6 months

Project Director

October 2014 - Present

ALBAWANI Co.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

October 2014 - Present

• Led end-to-end execution of the TATWEER School Project (40 schools, SAR 760 M), defining project scope,
managing Primavera P6 schedules, and coordinating multidisciplinary site teams to deliver all campuses on
schedule and under budget.
• Managed SAR 250 M MOFA Diplomatic Institute, overseeing detailed design reviews, obtaining Civil Defense and
Municipality Approvals, and enforcing NEBOSH-compliant HSE risk assessments—resulting in zero lost-time
incidents.
• Directed the CMC Tower project (B+G+M+12, Riyadh, SAR 90 M), implementing LEED prerequisites, coordinating
MEP integration, and controlling BOQ costs, achieving a 5% cost saving versus budget.
• Oversaw construction of COC Tower (B+G+31, Dammam, SAR 265 M), enforcing Saudi Building Code compliance,
conducting quality-control inspections, and managing vendor/subcontractor performance to meet all milestones
ahead of schedule.
• Spearheaded ALQURAYAT Train Station Maintenance (SAR 290 M), directing infrastructure works (roads, sewage
networks, utilities), negotiating vendor contracts, and executing HSE safety audits—completing major civil scopes
three weeks early.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

Area Project Director

August 2013 - October 2014

Saudi Oger

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2013 - October 2014

• Directed and executed the KAP 1 Governmental Buildings Project (14 buildings, SAR 780 M), leading contract
administration (RFI, change orders), BOQ analysis, and vendor selection to ensure on-time delivery.
• Implemented rigorous HSE compliance (NEBOSH-based safety audits) across all sites, reducing potential safety
nonconformities by 20% and achieving zero regulatory violations.
• Developed and monitored Primavera P6 schedules, identifying critical-path activities and deploying contingency
plans that mitigated a two-week potential delay.
• Coordinated stakeholder engagement, serving as primary liaison with Ministry authorities for Municipality
Approvals and Civil Defense, securing all permits within project timelines.
• Controlled project budget, conducting earned-value analyses and cost-control measures to deliver final accounts
under budget by SAR 8 M (≈1.0%).

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

Project Manager

June 2012 - August 2013

SAFARI Group

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 2012 - August 2013

• Managed full lifecycle of the University of Unaizah Project (SAR 250 M), from Pre-FEED to Close-Out, establishing
scope definition and leading MEP coordination for campus buildings.
• Oversaw BOQ analysis and contract negotiation, reducing projected procurement costs by 7% through
competitive tendering and vendor performance tracking.
• Executed Quality Control procedures, performing regular site inspections and punch-list closures to maintain
compliance with Saudi Building Code and eliminate eight major nonconformities prior to handover.
• Coordinated HSE risk assessments, implementing safety audits in line with NEBOSH standards, which resulted in
zero lost-time injuries over the project duration.
• Liaised with stakeholders, presenting KPI-based progress reports to university leadership and Ministry
representatives, ensuring transparent communication and swift resolution of scope changes.

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale
Job role:
Management

Bidding Manager

January 2010 - December 2012

Al Khayyat Contracting & Trading

Damascus, Syria

January 2010 - December 2012

• Led tendering and estimation for multiple civil and finishing works projects, performing detailed BOQ analysis,
cost estimation (civil & fit-out), and developing comprehensive Tender Documentation & Evaluation packages.
• Prepared project execution plans (scope, schedule, quality, safety) for bids exceeding USD 50 M, aligning
deliverables with client requirements and contract specifications.
• Reviewed contracts and specifications, identifying risk items, drafting clear RFI processes, and establishing
contingency allowances that improved bid hit rate by 15%.
• Coordinated with consultants and procurement teams to finalize vendor/subcontractor tender packages,
ensuring timely submission of proposals and adherence to quality metrics.
• Streamlined cost-estimation workflows, implementing standardized templates and checklists that reduced bid
preparation time by 20%.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

Project Director

January 2008 - December 2010

Al Khayyat Contracting & Trading

Damascus, Syria

January 2008 - December 2010

• Directed YAFOR Resort project (85 bedrooms, 20 villas, sports club, landscape; SAR ≈ 55 M), managing all civil,
finishing, and fit-out scopes—achieving LEED-aligned standards in interior fit-out and HSE compliance.
• Oversaw SMI Steel Factory construction (Adra Industrial City; USD 150 M), leading infrastructure works (roads,
utility networks), coordinating MEP integration, and enforcing Saudi/Emirate regulatory benchmarks.
• Managed contract administration, including RFI management, change-order processing, and claims mitigation,
which reduced contractual disputes by 25%.
• Directed multidisciplinary teams of 50+ staff and subcontractors, conducting weekly progress meetings and
performance reviews to maintain schedule control and quality benchmarks.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

Resident Engineer

January 2004 - December 2007

International Engineering Center

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

January 2004 - December 2007

• Led construction management of a five-building complex (Dubai), ensuring structural and finishing works met
project specifications within a USD 80 M budget.
• Directed quality assurance activities, implementing punch-list inspections, verifying as-built documentation, and
authorizing milestone payments upon compliance.
• Coordinated with government/regulatory authorities, securing timely project approvals (Civil Defense,
Municipality) and mitigating potential scope delays.
• Managed project budget, conducting earned-value analyses that identified and corrected a 6% cost variance,
realigning expenditures to meet client expectations.
• Supervised a multidisciplinary team of engineers, subcontractors, and consultants, fostering a collaborative
environment that reduced average project cycle time by 10%.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Assistant Resident Engineer

January 2001 - December 2004

International Engineering Center

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

January 2001 - December 2004

• Supported Resident Engineer in overseeing construction of Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Fit-Out and Hilton Beach
development, coordinating MEP installation and ensuring LEED-aligned finishes.
• Developed and updated Primavera P6 schedules, tracking progress against baseline and highlighting critical-path
deviations for proactive mitigation.
• Managed HSE and Quality Control protocols, conducting weekly site audits and enforcing corrective actions to
maintain Emirates regulatory compliance.
• Liaised with subcontractors and suppliers, negotiating material delivery schedules and resolving supply-chain
bottlenecks to prevent cost overruns.
• Prepared weekly progress reports, consolidating KPI dashboards to inform stakeholders of budget performance
and schedule health.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Site Inspector Engineer

January 1997 - December 2001

International Engineering Center

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

January 1997 - December 2001

• Inspected construction activities for HSBC Bank Tower (RAK) and Al Qusais residential complexes, verifying
compliance with structural drawings, material specifications, and contractor quality standards.
• Conducted quantity verifications and supervised lab/site testing for concrete strength, rebar placement, and soil
compaction—ensuring 100% adherence to project specifications.
• Collaborated with design consultants, reviewing shop drawings and issuing NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) to
resolve discrepancies prior to downstream impacts.
• Monitored HSE compliance, enforcing safe work practices and conducting safety audits to maintain zero lost-time
incidents on site.
• Prepared daily inspection reports and presented findings to the Resident Engineer, accelerating issue resolution
and supporting on-time milestone achievement.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Engineering

Supervising Engineer, Infrastructure Works

January 1990 - December 1996

Damascus Municipality

Damascus, Syria

January 1990 - December 1996

• Supervised road construction (crevice, settlement, asphalting, pavements) and municipal infrastructure (sewage
networks, potable water supply), ensuring adherence to Syrian civil-engineering standards.
• Verified quantities and laboratory test results, overseeing soil compaction tests and concrete strength
assessments to guarantee structural integrity.
• Conducted regular site inspections and elevation checks, coordinating with contractors to correct deviations—
reducing rework costs by 12%.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, obtaining necessary permits and approvals for each phase of
infrastructure development.

Company industry:
Public Administration

Education

IVYLET

June 2025

June 2025

Diploma, FIDIC CONTRACTS

Saudi Arabia

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers - Syria

March 2010

March 2010

Higher diploma, PMP

Syria

Damascus University

January 1991

January 1991

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Syria

Skills

MS Project

Expert

Materials

Expert

Project Management

Expert

Planning

Expert

Construction Management

Expert

AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Intermediate

AutoCAD

Intermediate

Construction & Property

Expert

Microsoft Office

Beginner

Engineering

Expert

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Expert

MICROSOFT PROJECT

Expert

SCOPE MANAGEMENT

Expert

CONSTRUCTION

Expert

BUDGET CONTROL LEDGER

Expert

PRIMAVERA SOFTWARE

Intermediate

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Expert

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Expert

project managment

Expert

team management

Expert

quality management

Expert

cost control

Expert

safety conrole

Expert

Stakeholder Communication

Expert

Risk Management

Expert

Reporting and Documentation:

Expert

FIDIC CONTRACTS AND CLAMS

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Expert

English

Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
FIDIC CONTRACTS SPECIALIST (Diploma)
PMP (Project Management Professional)
FIDIC
Jun 2025
PMP (Project Management Professional)