OBJECTIVE
Program Manager
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Managed and executed to closure numerous multi-disciplined projects in heavy- civil public works, airports, reinforced concrete structures, water, wastewater & sewage projects, hospitals,, bridges, large industrial & commercial complexes, general steel structures, construction layout and optimal sequencing, general infrastructure in both “Design/Build” and Fixed Sum contracts, tunneling, residential/commercial towers, computer main frame buildings.
Excellent management skills to increase profits & reduce scheduled time through selection of means & methods of construction
Mentored and trained 83+ diversified team members to accomplish each task efficiently.
Reviewed and controlled projects planning, budget and cost analysis. Directed contract documentation and project administration.
Maintained effective and clear communications with clients, engineers/architects and project team
Built up the Org. charts, project procedures, multiple project-plans for mega projects.
Participated on (2) mega-billion dollar tender bids
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Management
Managed multiple projects of various categories. Trained project managers in construction management, means and methods, and mentored junior PMs
Skilled in contract administration, documentation, claims, settlements, and change orders, payments and time extensions by maintaining attention to details and contract requirements
Planned, scheduled and monitored progress to ensure on-time completion of contracted projects
Ensured ongoing coordination with Client, Engineer, local authorities and project personnel for effective project progress. Anticipated choke points and found solutions to overcome. Trouble shooter and problem solver
Construction
Experienced in a variety of construction projects in heavy/civil/special, high-rise residential & healthcare facilities. Emphasis on airports, factories and concrete water-retaining structures
Selected equipment and methods of construction for efficiency and cost effectiveness
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
Experienced in Change Management and claims.
Ensured cost control and performed cost analysis keeping projects within, or under, budget
Coordinated subcontractors work, and prepared progress reports for the client
Engineering
Performed structural design for foundations, frames, water & earth retaining structures
Provided workshop solutions for structural alterations in renovation & upgrades
Assessment of structural reliability & safety
Introduced Value Engineering concept in many projects for simpler, effective and time reducing methods and cost reduction
Estimating
Budgeted and allocated materials and labor costs for multi-million projects
Negotiated subcontractor’ packages and prices
Scheduled activities and costs buildup within the tender parameters, determined financial/time impact of claims & change orders,
Software Skills
Skilled on Word, Excel, Prolog, Timberline, MS project, and RSMeans (project management tools)
Communicate using various software tools: Lotus Notes, MS Outlook & the internet
Interpersonal/Soft Skills
Maintained effective and clear communications with clients, engineers/architects and project team
Possess strong written & verbal communications skills
Ability to maintain warm atmosphere in multi-cultural environments
Recent PROFESSIONAL History
Sabbatical review of BCBC 2012 Codes & ACI 350 Codes / Design of water/fluids retaining structures,
Structural Design Tabet Engineering & Consulting/ North Vancouver BC 2012
Structural Design and review of a multistory building according to current BCBC code requirements
Director Al-Habtoor/Leighton Group Abu Dhabi 2007 - 2011
Zayed University Campus Design/Build US$ 1.0 B.
Implemented Value Engineering during design stage for overall infrastructures, site set up, staffing and resourcing. Work included service/utility networks, HT, Optic Fiber and chilled water cooling system. Established method of construction and material selection for optimal costs and safety. Monitored progress and project team delivery.
Bid coordinator on two D/B multibillion dollar tenders (Tawam Hospital & Presidential Palace/ A.D.
Project Director Al-Habtoor/Leighton Group Abu Dhabi
Twin high rise towers construction of high end & unique design office buildings with all piling foundation, BIS, HVAC, and external works and landscaping.
Project Director Al-Habtoor/Leighton Group Abu Dhabi
Construction and management of a shopping mall of high end finishes, all electro-mechanical works and environmental engineering controls
Senior Project Manager Dominion Fairmile Vancouver 2005- 2006
Construction management of a commercial-residential tower from conceptual design thru design stages, contracts award, budget & variations/claims management.
Upgrading a commercial building.
Management of seismic upgrade and alterations of WCB-RC3 complex
Project Management & Pricing Consultant Parsons/US Army Pasadena, CA 2004 - 2005
Preparation of Task Orders, ROM, estimates, Proposals and Definitization reviews (+ $450 M)
Participated in the design stage of the design/build projects
Remote management of projects
Professional Skill Set
Tasks performed during projects duration are co-ordination of construction site, while maintaining the
following operational functions:
- Bid Lead on Tawam Hospital & Presidential Palace / UAE
- Establish HSE project policies
- Full grasp of contract language and legal issues in contracts
- Implementing the base line schedule and time extensions
- Participated in defining optimal means and methods of construction
- Participated in contract and subcontracts negotiations
- Control of schedule of submittals and corresponding procurement schedule
- Enforcing the project environmental health and safety plan
- Monitoring the overall project performance and progress
- Introduced Value Engineering concepts wherever applicable
- Identifying and monitoring project KPIs
- Performing Root Cause Analysis where and when mandated
- Overseeing contracts administration and documentation
- Maintaining project budget and costs
- Full knowledge of FIDIC and contracts management
- Controlling Risk & Change policies
- Contractor’s representative for all client’s meeting.
- Monitored Electro-mechanical, HVAC and Control systems
- Design/Build projects in water/wastewater systems & industrial projects.
- Defined Project Management/Project Safety/Project Execution/Project Procurement/Project Document
Control PLANS for large projects.
- Established E.R.P. protocol with integrated software.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
B.Sc. Civil Engineering - Al-Hikma Jesuit University
OSHA-MIOSHA/ Multiple Health & Safety Programs, CPR/AED certified, Safe2Work
REGESTRATION
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia
REFERENCES
Upon Request