Project/construction Manager

AHMED ABDULHAFEZ ABDOU

El Sherouk City, Cairo, Egypt Postcode 11837

Tel: +201*********; Email: ******@*******.***

Professional Summary

Highly experienced and accomplished Civil Engineer with over 20 years of expertise in managing large-scale projects for multinational companies in UK, Kuwait, Egypt, and Greece. Proven track record in delivering complex projects for esteemed clients, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets. Proficient in navigating diverse cultural and regulatory environments, with a deep understanding of construction methodologies, materials science, and project management best practices. Work Experience

June 2021–Present

Civil/Site Manager

*$25m EPC project: 14MW combined heat& power Plant PGESCo Consultants, Cairo, Egypt.

*$45m EPC project: Management consultant of HAPTOWN Property Development

*$65m EPC project: East Cairo Logistic Park. Client: HAL

*$30m EPC project: Dynamic Reactive STATCOM Substation. Client: EETC

Managed the main contractor to ensure project schedule and budget compliance with contract and project milestones.

Supervised construction to meet contractual specifications and design while identifying solutions and methodologies.

Coordinated with engineering team to resolve technical issues and develop effective solutions.

Supervision of site operations to conform with approved quality plan.

Ensuring compliance with site HSE policies and industry standards.

Prepared regular progress reports to keep stakeholders informed of project status.

Managed invoice approval process, verifying technical deliverables and financial adherence. Nov 2023 – July 2024

Assistant Project Manager (Secondment) Mytilineos SA, Athens, Greece

*4 EPC projects building single-cycle power plants in the UK.

Managed subcontractors’ activities and interfaces as a key member of the main contractor’s project management team, ensuring seamless execution of project objectives.

Oversee on-site civil works activities to ensure compliance with contractual specifications, design requirements, time and cost constraints.

Developed construction methodologies and engineering solutions to optimize project delivery.

Liaison between site and project design team, effectively resolving design issues and coordinating technical matters to ensure project success. April 2016 – February 2021

Project Coordination Manager Orascom Construction Industries, Cairo, Egypt

*$850m EPC tunneling project crossing under Suez Canal. Client: EAAF

Coordination and management of engineering documentation and transmittal approval processes, ensuring seamless communication with joint venture engineers and consultants.

Contributed to progress reporting and ensured timely follow-up with site teams on action items resulting from site meetings.

Successfully implemented geotechnical monitoring scheme, overcoming major delays and achieving project milestones.

Conducted technical presentations of geotechnical monitoring scheme features and benefits to stakeholders, as well as university students on training programs onsite.

Compiled comprehensive documentation for claims related to monitoring scope variations, in collaboration with the Commercial Manager.

Enhanced methodology team performance by 70% through development of standardized procedures and templates, and by facilitating effective communication with subcontractors.

Mentored and coached junior engineers by providing regular performance evaluations and training sessions recommendations.

Coordinated with Quality Control department to ensure compliance with project plans and assisted in closing non-conformance reports and quality violation notices.

Collaborated with the HSE team to ensure compliance with safety policies and industry standards.

June 2014 - June 2015

Projects Manager Abu Soma Development Co., Red Sea-Soma Bay, Egypt

$3m in value projects including residential, commercial and infrastructure.

Led multi-disciplinary project team of 8 engineers, overseeing daily project activities and ensuring successful delivery.

Demonstrated proactive risk management skills by identifying and mitigating potential issues to minimize project delays and cost overruns.

Effectively managed project budgets through close collaboration with Projects Cost Manager.

Monitored project progress against detailed plans, tracking activities and milestones

Facilitated value engineering sessions to optimize project outcomes, leveraging internal and external resources, supplier bases, and design expertise.

Fostered strong relationships with project stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and managing expectations to achieve project goals.

Sep 2012 – Aug 2013

Section Engineer (Geotechnical Monitoring /Utilities Coordinator) VINCI Construction UK, London, UK

*$45m Royal Victoria Portal Project. Client: Crossrail

Led daily geotechnical monitoring activities which included instruments installation, monitoring of operational DLR track in proximity to the project, several utilities and main portal works, data collection and analysis.

Chairing regular CTC, ERP and SRG meetings with clients to solve critical engineering issues and track package progress.

Preparing activities' technical documentation, including Method Statements (RAMS) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), to ensure compliance with project plans.

Successfully managed utilities interface with utility providers (TW, NGG and UKPN), subcontractors, and construction teams to minimize disruptions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

June 2011 – August 2012

Project Engineer BERKELEY HOMES, London, UK

$95 million design and build project for the construction of Royal Arsenal Woolwich Station Box. Client: Crossrail

Managed various enabling works packages, including site setup, utility provision, security, archaeological watching brief, and geotechnical investigations.

Collaborated as part of a team to oversee main works packages, which included earthworks with associated temporary works (e.g. DWalls, propping, and dewatering), and reinforced concrete construction.

Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation plans, as well as monitoring of project progress to identify and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.

Tracking program delays & disturbance for commercial resolution.

Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by managing subcontractor interfaces on-site while maintaining high health and safety standards.

Prepared recommendations reports, proposals, and feasibility studies to drive project decisions and improve outcomes.

Aug 2006 – Aug 2009

Project Engineer KHARAFI NATIONAL, Kuwait

$11 million O&M of storm water drainage network and Pumping System &Distribution Network. Client: Ministry of Public works

Manage the day-to-day operations of site teams, including laborers, engineers, and contractors.

Ensured compliance with the project schedule, quality, and safety standards.

Monitoring and controlling the site's resources, including materials, equipment and the team.

Ensured compliance with safety regulations and guidelines on the project site.

Identifying potential hazards and implemented measures to mitigate risks.

liaison with the equipment department to implement the scheduled maintenance according to the approved plan, as well as emergency maintenance tracking, corrective actions and plan updates.

Feb 2006 –Aug 2006

Site Engineer COPRI CONTRACTING, Kuwait

$165 million highway interchange construction of two underpasses and five bridges. Client: Ministry of Public Works

Supervision of earthworks to ensure that contractors were meeting/exceeding target output rates.

Execution of the super structure including reinforced concrete works and waterproofing.

In charge of production and installation of the pre-cast cladding and vehicle New Jersey barriers. Nov 2004- Feb 2006

Site Engineer HIGH SLANT PRE-CAST FACTORY, Kuwait

Prepared comprehensive QC procedures for production of precast elements.

Participated in the department’s internal audit and succeeded as part of the team to obtain the ISO 9001.

Dec 2003 -Nov2004

Site Engineer Modern Centre Contracting, Kuwait

Execution of multiple projects of villas structure and fit out in various locations in Kuwait Education & Certificates

2011

2003

MSc Management in Construction, Kingston University- London, UK BSc Civil Engineering, Public Works Department, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt Certificates & Licenses

• PMP Knowledge area Courses (06/2009 KW)

• Supervision & Management of Work at Height (09/2011, UK)

• CSCS Construction Skills Certification Scheme (08/2011, UK)

• First Aid at Work (11/2011, UK)

• SMSTS Site Management Safety Training Scheme (03/2012, UK)

• Crane Management (07/2012, UK)

• DLR Track Awareness Training, PTS Card (03/2013, UK)

• Supply Chain Management (07/2014, EG)

• Lean 6 Sigma Intro Workshop (06/2018 EG)

• Railway Systems Engineering (Micro MSc) (InProgress) Languages & Technical Skills

• English – Fluent

• Arabic – Fluent

• MS applications

• MS project

• Primavera

• AutoCAD

• Pertmaster.

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