SAIF ULLAH KHAN

(Professional Mechanical Engineer)

Diploma in Project Management ISO 9001:2000 Lead Auditor ISO 27001:2022 Primavera P6 Certified Saudi Aramco WPR NEBOSH IGC IOSH MS Certified API 653 Certified BGAS Gr-2 Certified Welding Certified ASNT L2 (MPT, LPT, UT, RT) CNC Machining Centre 3D CAD/CAM H2S & SCBA Mob: +966-**-*******; Email: ad3220@r.postjobfree.com ; Driving License: KSA; Location: Jubail, KSA ; Iqama: Transferable SUMMARY

Dynamic Project Engineer with a proven track record of 10+ years in managing mechanical projects planning & management, construction engineering, specializing in static equipment such as API aboveground storage tanks, heat exchangers, boilers, filters, pipes, and valves. Adept at overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Skilled in project planning, scheduling, and execution, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality control. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget. Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge with ability to lead a team and help them achieve daily targets. Excellent command over written and verbal communication, positive attitude with good decision-making skills, possesses excellent technical knowledge and ability to handle multiple tasks. EDUCATION

MS Industrial Engineering & Management Punjab University, Lahore 2020-22 1st Division PG Diploma (Business Administration) Virtual University, Lahore 2018-19 1st Division BSc (Mechanical Engineering) UET Peshawar 2009-13 1st Division Professional Mechanical Engineer Pakistan Engineering Council 2023 Qualified EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Mechanical Project Engineer - Al Qasim Constructions (Pvt) Ltd, Lahore Feb, 2018 – Dec, 2023

• Worked with renowned firms involved in energy sector of Pakistan i.e. Pak Arab Refinery Limited (PARCO), Attock Refinery Limited (ARL), WAPDA and Pakistan State Oil (PSO)

• Responsible for leading and coordinating Projects Teams formed to provide projects management services to execute assigned Mechanical projects from inception to completion and hand over.

• Prepare/Review & implement project plans such as Project Execution, Risk Management, Quality, HSE etc

• Manage and coordinate a team of multi discipline Engineers to achieve a safe and cost-effective results through timely resolution of technical and engineering issues.

• Participate in the preparation of tender packages, tendering process, evaluation of tenders and submissions with appropriate recommendations to relevant tender Committees.

• Participate in the processing and resolution and Variations and Contractor claims.

• Participate in the review and evaluation of the Contractor capabilities and financials

• Generate and maintain risk registers to ensure that risks are managed and mitigated.

• Interface with end users/stakeholders including Government and Statutory authorities and other third-parties.

• Participate and provides input to support project schedule, project cost, budget, contract administration, progress reporting, change management and gate approval activities.

• Participate in the review and development of company procedures and guidelines as and when assigned.

• Provide advice and guidance in project planning, project execution, and/or project control

• Assist in resolving project management problems related to project planning deficiencies, project quality defects (in Engineering, Procurement, or Construction), schedule slippages, and potential cost over runs

• Work closely with all teams to identify portfolio risks and opportunities

• Formulate and implement strategies to improve project planning, cost, schedule, and/or quality

• Evaluate existing tools, methodologies, best practices and technologies to enhance project planning/execution

• Lead internal or external problem-solving teams as directed by management

• Participate in teams responsible for development/implementation of standards, guidelines, instructions, policies and procedures, surveys or other content on an as-required basis. Project Execution Engineer - Marcon Saudi Arabia Nov, 2015 - Jan, 2018

• Responsible for office and site works at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery

• Coordination with the Saudi Aramco PMT & works divisions for different project activities related to aboveground storage tanks as per API 650, API 653 and SAES-D108

• Preparation of costing sheets, manhours sheets of all the activities performed at work sites

• Coordination with project execution team & production team of Samsung EPC for all activities of Riyadh Clean Transportation of Fuel (RCTF) project at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery

• Coordination with project execution team & production team of M.R.Al-Khathlan for all activities of Upgrade Closed Drain & Dewatering Systems project at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery

• Managed consumables and spare parts inventory, employing strategies to reduce downtime and enhance cost efficiency.

• Preparation of Project Execution Plans and Schedules as per the Saudi Aramco requirements for:

Hydro Testing of API Tanks and Pipelines

API Aboveground Storage Tank Construction

API Aboveground Storage Tank Repairing

Blasting & Painting

Tank Cleaning

NDT Testings (UT, MPT, RT)

Vacuum Box Testing (VBT) Procedure etc.

• Supervision of teams involved in welding, fabrication, blasting and coating works at work site

• Preparing all the project documents related to welding, fabrication, blasting & coating activities

• Experience of working on the following coating systems:

APCS-1A

APCS-1D

APCS-2A

APCS-2H

APCS-3

APCS-4

APCS-11C

• Coordination with the internal project team and Saudi Aramco representatives, mainly on timely completion of all scheduled mechanical works/activities

• Conducting safety checks of site works including welding operations, blasting & coating operations as per the guidelines of Saudi Aramco Safety Standards

Mechanical Engineer - Bestway Cement Ltd, Chakwal, Pakistan Jan, 2015 - Oct, 2015

• Took charge of leading a dedicated maintenance team comprising 02 Supervisors and 25 workers, ensuring smooth operations and efficient completion of tasks.

• Demonstrated expertise by successfully conducting comprehensive training sessions on the complete cement plant layout, covering all equipment and their respective functions.

• Oversaw and supervised both routine and non-routine mechanical construction works in the cement mills area, ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules and quality standards.

• Played a pivotal role in the mechanical construction/erection/installation of various critical equipment, such as conveyor belts, bucket elevators, static separator, roller press, cyclones, Induced draft/forced draft fans, dynamic separator (o-sepa), dust filers, and cement grinding ball mill.

• Strategically planned, directed, and managed key mechanical works activities within the cement mill area, guaranteeing optimal performance and productivity.

• Additionally, worked on installation of boiler and WHRPP (Waste Heat Recovery Power Plant) of capacity of 13 MW

• Developed meticulous plans and efficiently managed project tasks for routine mechanical works and unexpected interruptions, resulting minimizing disruptions and maximizing uptime.

• Responsible for arrangement and maintain the consumables and spare parts inventory, implementing effective strategies to minimize downtime and optimize costs.

• Implemented and enforced stringent safety procedures during routine project activities, ensuring a secure work environment for all personnel involved.

• Maintained strict compliance with environmental rules and regulations in line with the esteemed Bestway HSE standards, prioritizing safety, sustainability, and responsible practices. Mechanical Works Engineer - Al Rehman Engineers, Chakwal, Pakistan Aug, 2013 – Dec, 2014

• Lead planning & scheduling of static equipment installation projects, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines.

• Strong coordination with client, project team and sub-contractors to understand the scope of work, resolve technical issues and ensure seamless integration of static equipment within the cement plant areas.

• Work closely with design and engineering teams to review and approve equipment drawings and designs for construction compliance.

• Implement & maintain project documentation, including progress reports, risk assessments, and change orders related to static equipment installation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop detailed project specifications & scope of work for static equipment fabrication & erection/installation.

• Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimates for proposed static equipment projects to support decision- making processes.

• Oversee the procurement process, including vendor selection, negotiations, and quality assurance for equipment components.

• Manage and coordinate fabrication and construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and project specifications.

• Monitor and control project budgets, tracking expenses related to equipment construction and identifying cost- saving opportunities.

• Prepare and submit progress reports to project stakeholders, including senior management, on the status of static equipment installation projects, highlighting achievements and addressing challenges. PROJECTS EXECUTED

S.No. Project Title End User Vendor Type of Work

1

RCTF - Riyadh Clean

Transportation Fuel

Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery Storage Tanks

2

Onshore Maintain Potential

Project

Saudi Aramco

Arabian Pipe &

Coating

Company

Welding & Coating

3

South Compression Haradh

Pipelines

Saudi Aramco Zamil Steel Structural Steel

4

RCTF - Riyadh Clean

Transportation Fuel

Saudi Aramco Samsung EPC Storage Tanks

5

Upgrade Closed Drain &

Dewatering Systems at RRD

Saudi Aramco

M.R. Al-

Khathlan

Storage Tanks

6

Fabrication and Erection of Steel

Storage Tanks

Pak Arab Refinery Ltd AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding / Coating / NDT

7

Fabrication and Erection of Steel

Storage Tanks

WAPDA AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding / Coating / NDT

8

Fabrication and Erection of

Gypsum Crusher

Bestway Cement

Limited

AQC Pvt Ltd

Fabrication, Welding,

Installation

9

Construction of 12-meter dia Oil

Storage Steel Tank

PARCO Refinery,

Multan

AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding, Coating, NDT

10 Installation of 3 Phase Separator

Attock Refinery

Limited, Rawalpindi

AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Installation,

Commissioning

11 Installation of Axial Compressor

PARCO Refinery,

Multan

AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Installation,

Commissioning

S.No. Project Title End User Vendor Type of Work

11

Construction of 14-meter dia Oil

Storage Steel Tank

Pakistan State Oil AQC Pvt Ltd

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding, Coating, NDT

12

Erection of Clinker Feed Bucket

Elevator

Bestway Cement

Limited

Al Rehman

Engineers

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding, Coating

13

Erection of Inducted and Forced

Draft fans

Bestway Cement

Limited

Al Rehman

Engineers

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding, Coating

14

Installation of 4 MW Mechanical

Motor and CMD France Gearbox

Bestway Cement

Limited

Al Rehman

Engineers

Planning, Fabrication,

Welding, Coating

PROFESSIONAL COURSES

• Diploma in Project Management – Oxford Home Study Centre

• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor – ACS Global Program

• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Associate TM (Certificate No. 938***********)

• ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Associate TM (Certificate No. 252***********)

• Primavera P6 by Pakistan Industrial Technical Assistance Centre Lahore (Certificate No.032655)

• Primavera Online Basic Course by planningengineer.net (June, 2021)

• NEBOSH IGC in OH&S by The National Examination Board in OS&H, UK

• IOSH MS by Institution of Occupational Safety & Health, UK

• API 653 – Aboveground Storage Tanks Inspector by API USA

• BGAS Gr-2 – Coating Inspector by TWI UK

• ASNT NDT Level-II (UT, MT, PT, RT) – IITS Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• ASNT NDT Level-II (UT) – SGS Karachi Pakistan

• Advanced Welding Inspection Certificate (API & ASME Codes): National Technical Training Council

• Hydrogen Sulfide & SCBA by Arabian Safety Training Centre (Certificate No. AS0029681)

• Industrial Health & Safety at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery, KSA

• Saudi Aramco Approved Work Permit Receiver (Cold, Hot, Confined Space Entry, Release)

• Logistics Management by SMEDA, Ministry of Industries & Production

• Fundamentals of Freight Forwarding & Shipping - SMEDA, Ministry of Industries & Production

• International Commercial Terms & Cargo Laws - SMEDA, Ministry of Industries & Production

• Predictive & Preventive Maintenance - SMEDA, Ministry of Industries & Production

• HSE for Manufacturing and Engineering - SMEDA, Ministry of Industries & Production

• Safety in the Utility Industry by University of Buffalo, The State University of New York

• Engineering Project Management: Initiating & Planning by Rice University, Houston, Texas

• Oil & Gas Industry Operations and Markets by Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

• Foundation of Project Management by Google via Coursera

• Recruiting, Hiring, and Onboarding Employees by University of Minnesota, Minneapolis via Coursera

• Improve Personnel Effectiveness at Secretariat Training Institute, Islamabad

• Basic Life Support, First Aid and Fire Safety at PITAC Lahore LANGUAGES

• English (Fluent)

• Urdu (Native)

• Pashto (Native)

• Punjabi (Fluent)

• Hindi (Fluent)

• German (A2 Level)

• Arabic (Basic)

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