Nasser Abdel Hakim Gewaly
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Contacts: +971********* (Mob), +971******** (Landline)
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Highly efficient mechanical engineering professional holding the position of Project Manager with over 19 years
insightful experience in the field of MEP / construction and project management, seeking a senior managerial
assignment as
MEP PROJECT DIRECTOR
(construction / MEP)
Mechanical Engineering Professional with 19+ years of rich experience in the field of Construction, Project Management, Design,
Supervision, of mega projects, predominantly the MEP projects, with well established companies in UAE and Egypt. Well versed in
efficiently managing projects through inspirational leadership and excellent organizing skills. Possess a long track record of ensuring
timely delivery of record number of projects with reputed and multinational organizations at various locations in UAE and Egypt.
Proven expertise in efficiently leading teams to execute and deliver projects of high rise residential & commercial/office complexes,
Underground chilled water network, District Cooling Plants, Presidential Palace, Beach Development, Hotel and Offices, Sewage
Treatment Plant (STP), Hospital Renovation, Airfield Stores and offices hangers, Learning cities and Villa etc., possess exceptional
ability to handle engineering, Tendering, Bid analysis, finalization of vendors & contracts, settlement of variation claims, cost analysis
and final account closures; always willing and wanting to be associated with all aspects of project cycle and confident of delivering
high end projects; strong work ethics with ability to work under pressure and take on difficult and complex challenges. In pursuit of
new endeavors, to utilize the acquired skill and competencies gained over the years.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Project Planning & Management Client Relationship Health Safety and Environment
MEP Project Management Variation Analysis Construction Supervision
Air conditioing systems As Built Drawings Critical Path
Site Management Contract & Claim Management Tendering Process
Quality Assurance & Quality Control Mechanical Systems Team Leadership & Management
PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS
Demonstrated expertise in organizing & devising strategies to execute and deliver high end MEP / construction projects for large
corporate and commercial establishments in UAE and Egypt.
High-performing professional with extensive skills in conceptualizing & creating designs, estimates, budgets and plans of large
scale MEP / construction projects.
Well versed in all stages of project development and implementation, with a track record of successful completion and
commissioning of various MEP / construction projects for safe operation and sustained operational effectiveness.
Exceptional ability to coordinate the MEP / construction projects from the conceptual development stage through final
commission stage and make sure that the project is completed on time and within budget.
Outstanding skills in interacting with clients, understanding their requirements and accordingly providing customized
solutions/services, thereby maintaining complete client satisfaction and creating repeat business opportunities
Efficient team leader & player with excellent organization, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; capable of
resolving multiple & complex issues and motivating teams to peak performance.
Uncanny ability to handle multiple projects from planning through execution stages and ability to liaise with Senior Officers and
Customers
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
Drake & Scull International
Sep 2009 -Present
Drake & Scull Engineering Dubai
Project Manager: October 2016 Present
(Leading a team of 22 employees & Reporting to Operation Manager)
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Key Responsibilities:
Leading a team of employees with the responsibility of executing and delivering the projects and ensuring that the project
operations are in compliance with design specifications and meets client requirements.
Understanding client priorities and responding appropriately, through proactive communication with client representative on day
to day progress and issues.
Reporting to the Operation Manager regarding the project matters on a regular basis to appraise on the progress of the project
activities and issues if any.
Estimating the resources, duration and human resource needed to achieve project goals and deliverables.
Overseeing all aspects of day to day management of the construction project, monitoring and coordinating work performed by
engineering and construction team.
Conducting site visits, site meetings and periodical review meetings to understand and ensure work progress as per schedule and
resolving any issues which may hamper the progress of the project.
Tracking and reporting material delivery to be on site as per approved schedule, so as to avoid any hold ups.
Ensuring strict compliance of companys QA policy & safety regulations.
Efficiently managing the contract management functions of the company by liaising with quantity surveyors and estimation
specialists and other related administrative staff.
Coordinating with commercial department to float tender enquiries, assist in short listing of tenders after techno-commercial
meetings and final selection of sub-contractors.
Monitoring and reviewing sub-contractors activities and scope creeping to identify potential issues and proactively identifying
solutions to redress them.
Closely monitoring the cost and time schedules with an eye on cost optimization and savings on budgeted cost and expediting the
project ahead of schedule.
Key Project
Project Underground chilled water network sport city
Duration 14 Months
Client Emicool
Lead Consultant Alturath
Main Contractor Drake & Scull International
MEP Value 116,000,000 (AED).
Scope Chilled water pipe network from the chiller plant to the buildings served by district cooling provider,
biggest pipe size of 1400 mm dia and total length of 27 KM.
Role Project Manager
Responsibility Review of all the project document such specification, contract between DSE and the client, BOQetc.
Coordinate and attend all the meetings with the client and client representative to facilitate the work.
Supervise all the sub-contractor and our company team to ensure the work progresses as per schedule.
Prepare the bi-weekly and monthly report and discuss it with client / top management.
Drake& Scull International -Abu Dhabi
Project Manager: Oct 2015 Sep 2016.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensured the proper functioning of supervisors of all departments and projects as the overall In charge of the project.
Ensured communication and negotiation with all clients and customers on behalf of the company and made sure that all projects
comply with contracts requirements.
Prepared the estimates, the budgets and the construction timetable for the client and developed the construction strategy.
Ensured that all contractual/company and local authority requirements for Quality, Health, safety & Environment (HSE)
requirements are complied with.
Planned, developed and managed Time, Cost, Quality, Resources and Procurement parameters.
Reviewed the specification and drawings and resolved any unclear issues.
Ensured all variation items are immediately acknowledged and intentions are confirmed.
Ensured all shop drawings and as built drawings are produced, submitted for approval and duly approved.
Controlled and coordinated work with all subcontractors for safety, quality, progress and reviewed their payments.
Ensured completion of punch list Items and projects Close out & handover documentation.
Key Project:
Project District Cooling Plant Al Ruwais
Duration 12 Months
Client ADNOC
Lead Consultant DC Pro
MEP Consultant Dar Al Handassah
Main Contractor Drake & Scull International
MEP Value 172,000,000 (AED)
Scope Consists of a chiller plant with all equipment and civil work, the chiller plant capacity was 17,500 TR
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(Ton Refrigirant) with cooling towers and pumps
Includes all the electrical, plumbing and fire fighting work.
Role Project Manager
Responsibility Review of all the project document such specification, contract between DSE and the client, BOQetc.
Coordinate and attend all the meetings with the client and client representative to facilitate the work.
Supervise all the sub-contractor and our company team to ensure the work progresses as per schedule
Prepare the bi-weekly and monthly report and discuss it with client / top management
Drake & Scull International, Abu Dhabi
Construction Manager: July 2014 Sep 2015
Key Responsibilities:
Accountable for leading a team of employees with the responsibility of executing on-site MEP construction activities to ensure
completion of project within the time & cost parameters and effective resource utilization to maximize the output and reporting to
Projects Manager.
Prepared the site and liaised with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, buyers, estimators and surveyors
before the start of construction work.
Supervised all MEP construction activities and provided technical inputs for methodologies of construction & coordination with
site management teams.
Regularly monitored MEP construction operations to confirm, they are being carried out in accordance with Operations strategy,
standards, policies, procedures and best practices.
Used construction management software packages to plan smooth work flows.
Provided effective leadership for project performance, monitored schedule, costs, equipment, manpower, materials, safety, &
quality control.
Established and maintained strong relationship with owners, design consultants, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and public.
Worked in conjunction with the Site Manager to ensure MEP construction is consistently carried out to the highest quality.
Reviewed progress on site on a regular basis and oversaw/coordinated the production and monitored programmes.
Provided advice, guidance and support to the Project Team, both during the pre-construction and construction phases
Ensured efficient filing and recording systems are in place, and that the records are retained for the appropriate time period.
Ensured labour, materials, relevant information and drawings are available, with regular monitoring and control meetings to
review.
Produced and circulated Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan. Ensured regular review to maintain adherence to safety
procedures.
Set the standard, promoted best practice and led the way with safety and ensured compliance.
Prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with, consultants, clients, suppliers
and subcontractors,
Scrutinized claim documents put up by the contractors and issued provisional acceptance certificate (PAC) or final acceptance
certificate (FAC), depending on the merit.
Performed contract closure activities after ensuring the project has addressed all the terms/ conditions and fully met the exit
criteria.
Key Projects:
Project Fairmont Hoel Abu Dhabi (High Rise Building 44 floors)
Duration 14 Months
Duration Jul 2014 Sep 2015
Client National Investment Corporation (NIC)
Lead Consultant Dewan
MEP Consultant Khatib and Almi
Main Contractor Arabtec
MEP Value 232,000,000 (AED)
Scope Consists of 5 Stars hotel with 44 floors, 3 basment, ground floor and Mezzanine.
The hotel included 520 guest rooms and 214 Aprtements.
Role Acting MEP Project Manager
Responsibility Review of all the project document such specification, contract between DSE and the client, BOQetc.
Coordinate and attend all the meetings with the client and client representative to facilitate the work.
Supervise all the sub-contractor and our company team to ensure the work progresses as per schedule
Prepare the bi-weekly and monthly report and discuss it with client / top management
Career Path:
Drake & Scull International, Abu Dhabi
Construction Manager: Apr 2012 Jun 2014
Project Presidential Palace Project, Technical Building Package
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Duration Apr 2012 Jun 2014 (26 Months)
Client The Ministry of Presidential Affairs (MOPA)
Consultant EWAN
MEP Consultant WSP
Contractor Consolidated Contracting Engineering (CCC)
MEP Value 150,000,000 (AED)
Scope Technical building which serve as the presidential palace consists of 4 buildings as follow:
o Energy Center Building: which contains the water cooled chillers, forced draft counter flow cooling
towers, primary chilled water pumps, condenser pumps, and generators etc.
o General Store Building: which contain goods store, officeetc.
o Workshop Building: which contain workshops (mechanical and electrical, painting, carpentry
workshop etc.).
o Water tank building: which contain the sprinkler system, fire pumps, fire hydrants pumps, min
portable water pumpsetc.
Project Tech. Details 6 Water cooled chillers (with cooling capacity of 2400 ton each) 5 duty &1standby, with total cooling
capacity of 12000 tons,
10 cooling towers (forced draft counter flow type) all duty with dimension of 10.6 mtr. Length, 3.6 mtr.
Width and 6.7 mtr. height )
6 Primary chilled water pumps with flow 334 liters per second each and head of 8.9 bar, 5 duty &1
standby,
5 Condenser water pumps, with flow of 556 liter per second each with head 4.5 bar, 4 duty & 1stndby,
12 Chiller starter panels.
5 Booster pump sets.
2 Circulating pump sets,
2 Fire pump sets (sprinkler and hydrants).
7 air handling units,
178 fan coil units, 2 close control units, 1heat recovery units, and 37 fans,
11KV panels. ELV System (CCTV, Lighting control, BMS, Fire Alarm,.etc.
Role Acting MEP Project Manager
Responsibility Review of all the project document such specification, contract between DSE and the client,
BOQetc.
Coordinate and attend all the meetings with the client and client representative to facilitate the work.
Supervise all the sub-contractor and our company team to ensure the work progresses as per schedule
Prepare the bi-weekly and monthly report and discuss it with client / top management
Drake & Scull International, Abu Dhabi
Construction Manager: Sep 2009-Mar 2012
Key Responsibilities:
Prepared the project site and liaised with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, buyers, estimators and
surveyors before construction work started.
Developed the program of work and strategy for making the project happen.
Planned ahead to prevent problems on site before they occur, for example, planning the delivery and storage of equipment and
materials so as to void any delays for want of equipment and material
Made safety inspections of the site when work is underway and ensured regulations relating to health safety and the environment
(HSE) are adhered to.
Oversaw the running of several projects.
Used construction management software packages to plan smooth work flows.
Communicated with a range of people including the client, subcontractors, suppliers, the public and the workforce.
Scheduled the project in logical steps and allocated budget time required to meet deadlines.
Determined labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites.
Inspected and reviewed projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulation.
Interpreted and explained plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or
developer.
Prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients,
suppliers and subcontractors.
Obtained all necessary permits and licenses needed for the projects.
Directed and supervised workers.
Studied job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
Key Project
Project Al Raha Beach Development Al Muneera Residential building
Duration Sep 2009 Mar 2012
Client ALDAR
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Consultant Waterman Emirates
Main Contractor Al Futtaim Carillion
MEP Value 550,000,000 (AED)
Residential project consist of 648 apartments in ten (10) residential towers, 64 townhouse and 11 villas
with total built up area 500,000 m.
Role Construction Manager
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AL Ahmadiah Aktor, UAE
Sr. Mechanical Engineer: Nov 2006 Mar 2010
Key Responsibilities
Led a team of employees with the responsibility of supervising and inspecting the installation, modification and commissioning
of mechanical systems at construction sites.
Studied the scope of work, contract, technical requirements, specifications shop drawings, method statements and standards to
perform the work in compliance to the specified requirements and work plan.
Handled the complete Mechanical design aspects of HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Fighting and other specific mechanical activities
Obtained approvals of drawings / material submittals from concerned authority / consultants and handed over the marked up
drawings as per site conditions to the drawing department.
Maintained Liaison with local authorities such as municipality, civil defense and ministerial agencies having jurisdiction over the
project.
Prepared technical specifications and evaluated mechanical process equipments and material orderings.
Controlled and monitored the ordering and delivering MEP materials and equipments on site stores for installation, as per
project schedule.
Carryed out daily Planning of actvities, scheduling of work and prioritized sequential order, allocated the manpower, materials &
equipments.
Followed up with the Vendors for the timely delivery of the materials at site.
Attended the project review meeting to discuss about the progress of the project and to resolve issues if any.
Closely monitored and reported budgeted Vs actual cost of the project during construction period through to project completion
and prepared cost analysis report.
Maintained working relationship with the subcontractors, clients, consultants and suppliers and provided technical inputs
Initiated necessary action in respect of Request for Information (RFI) pertaining to mechanical works and directed the RFI's
requiring design feedback to the Designer for response. Reviewed the responses for adequacy.
Monitored the work done by the subcontractors, prepared commercial queries and evaluated subcontractors documents.
Coordinated with the Project Manager and ensured that the work carried out is in accordance to the schedule, within budget and
in accordance with quality standards
Maintained documents regarding the progress of the construction process on day to day basis and kept proper records of
testing & commissioning of individual systems for onward submission
Investigated equipment and system failures or unexpected maintenance problems at site and initiated follow up action.
Arranged/Scheduled inspection of works by the Consultant at site upon raising of IR
Prepared documents, technical hand books and organized training sessions to client representative (engineers, Technicians)
Key Projects
Project: Jumeirah Lake Towers
Total MEP value : 200,000,000 DHS Labor and staff camp for sewage treatment plant (STP -
Jabal Ali)
Project: IBN Battuta Gate Complex (hotel and offices) Project Value: 8,000,000 DHS
Total MEP value: 240,000,000 DHS
Career path:
Emirates Electromechanical & Industry <Location>
Sr. Mechanical Engineer: Jun 2004 Nov 2006
Key Projects:
Project: Sheikh Khalifa Hospital Renovation
Total MEP value: 22,000,000 DHS
Project: Al Dhafra Air Base (Stores and offices hangers)
Total MEP Value: 35,000,000 DHS
Palm Jumeirah Shore Line Apartment
Total MEP value : 160,000,000 DHS
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Delta Construction, Egypt
Senior Mechanical Engineer: Oct 1997 Nov 2006
Key Projects:
Project: Safeer El Doki Hotel
Total project value: 60,000,000 EGP.
Hilton Sharm Dreams Hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
Project: Saudi Arabia Catering Building Cairo Airport Total project value: 45,000,000 EGP
Total project value: 40,000,000 EGP.
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Novatel 6th OctoberHotel in 6 October city
Cairo Airport VIP Hall NO. 4 Total project value : 60,000,000 EGP
Total project value: 100,000,000 EGP
Residence Ramada Alexandria Hotel
3D Theater IMAX in Mubark learning city Total project value - Renovation : 20,000,000 EGP
Total project value: 40,000,000 EGP
Lotfy Mansour Villa in Al Auqsor city
Suzan Mubarak Science Center in Mubark learning city Total project value: 7,000,000 EGP
Total project value: 80,000,000 EGP
CREDENTIALS
Education
Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering Benha University, Egypt - 1998
Computer Skill
MS Office
AutoCAD
MATLAB.
Worked in heat load calculation program such Carrier 20. HAP 4.9 in english
PERSONAL PARTICULARS
Date of Birth : 28-10-1973
Languages Known : Arabic, English
Nationality : Egyptian
Passport No. : A17056814 valid till 09-12-2022
Visa Status : Residence
Location Preference : United Arab Emirates
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