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Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Scotland, United Kingdom

Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

Directed business operations and administration support delivery to all technical and project teams in the Atkins, Faithful+Gould, and Acuity EDPM business offices and project sites across KSA.Built and supervised an effective cross functional team. Managed all staff mobilisation, on-boarding, accommodation, transport, logistics support, office & facilities management, general operational and administration support for 500+ staff across the EDPM KSA business. Extensive engagement with regional shared services and project teams. Responsible for operational budget forecasting and reporting.Key Accomplishments:- Amalgamated operational and administration support across all EDPM group businesses in KSA.- Member of EDPM Saudi Arabia crisis management & business resilience team.

Al-Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia

Managed delivery of business operations and logistical support to Faithful+Gould technical and project teams across KSA in line with company standards, policies, and procedures.Managed all F+G offices & facilities, technical and project staff mobilisation, on-boarding, accommodation, and logistics provision. Collaborated with shared services to address all staff operational enquiries. Developed and implemented processes and procedures for operations activities in conjunction with IT, Finance, and HR teams. Developed and strengthened long-term professional relationships with internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers. Responsible for operational budget forecasting and reporting.Key Accomplishments:- Devised and implemented country-wide processes improvement to achieve operational goals.- Managed successful mobilisation and onboarding of 100+ new F+G staff into KSA.

Al-Khobar Governorate, Saudi Arabia

Headed a multinational team, delivering operational support to the Faithful+Gould ‘Saudi Aramco Capital Projects’ teams based within GES+ contractor offices (Worley Parsons, Jacobs Zate, and Mustang). Held overall accountability for staff recruitment lifecycle, mobilisation, on-boarding and logistics provision; reported to project director. Coordinated corporate, project, HR, IT, and QSSE inductions to new starters, as well as created and delivered local staff induction and orientation presentations. Organised facilitation of freight shipments and temporary accommodation. Extensively collaborated with regional shared services, internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of project team support. Managed ‘Win Work’ process, including overseeing preparation and submission of cost and technical proposals for personnel and services. Managed the identification and acquisition of secure permanent staff accommodation.Key Accomplishments:- Successfully mobilised Saudi Aramco project team and significantly increased operational efficiencies.- Fostered lasting relations with stakeholders and client to ensure satisfaction with service.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Directed a multinational operations team, supporting all contractor personnel within the UAE, Iraq, Kurdistan, and Saudi Arabia. Managed the administration and the delivery of employment contracts, pre-employment medical, and logistics of contractor mobilisation and demobilisation within budgetary, quality, and time constraints. Identified stakeholders’ requirements and collaborated with other department heads and business managers to implement business initiatives and strategies. Built and maintained robust relationships with key stakeholders.Key Accomplishments:- Negotiated agreements with suppliers, obtaining cost-effective services and at best practice. - Played a significant role in updating company CRM system.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Led new business development and strategic account management, concentrating on generating new business opportunities within various sectors in the UAE.Executed market analysis to identify and secure clients. Negotiated and defined service level agreements. Aided commercial team in the preparation of cost proposals and tender submissions.Key Accomplishments:- Developed contracts with five new clients across different sectors.- Directed recruitment and selection process, delivering within required timeframes and meeting client’s requirements.

Tripoli, Libya

Established a new office in Tripoli with minimal supervision and implemented working procedures.Managed full tender review process from initial evaluation and submission preparation through to selection and contract award. Drafted and presented cost and technical proposals for personnel and services. Led overall recruitment life-cycle, mobilisation, and on-boarding. Sourced, set up and managed accommodation compound facilities; coordinated all logistics for expatriate staff. Served as proactive member of emergency response team, successfully coordinated evacuation of all personnel following Libyan uprising. Handled petty cash, supplier invoices, and staff expenses.Key Accomplishments:- Central member of team that grew business from start-up to a peak annual turnover of $12.4M.- Spearheaded numerous projects, including relocation of company office and establishment of staff/contractor accommodation facilities, and database/website development.- Generated new opportunities and engaged with stakeholder to grow further business from existing clients.

Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Ecodrill provided permanent and contract personnel for national oil companies, drilling contractors and independent operating oil companies globally.

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