Mohamad Elkara, Pmp®, Pmi-Acp, Pmi-Pba Email & Phone Number

Riyadh, Sa

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

I’m currently working as Projects Manager in Masegulf company/ First Gulf Group where below are duties I’m performing:• Setting budget and cashflow for the projects under my supervision and monitoring/ controlling it throughout the lifecycle of the project• Providing technical, contractual, and technical assessment on contracts prior to signing of new projects• Hiring and building up the teams for the projects• Managing subcontractors when involved in projects execution• Supervising the preparation of monthly IPCs for the projects and getting approval from the consultant/ client• Assisting the team in preparing variation orders and getting necessary approvals• Devising program of works for the projects with the planning department• Following up with construction managers on site to ensure timely execution of projects• Following up with the procurement department to ensure timely delivery of material on site• Following up with the engineering department for proper and timely delivery of engineering deliverables (shop drawings, material submittals…)• Providing technical support on deliverables when required including following up with consultants/ clients to get approvals• Assisting estimation department by providing technical assessment for electrical items including devising value engineered solutions for bidding projects and presenting solutions to clients in bidding presentations to increase company chances of landing projects• Preparing presentations and attending meetings with clients to discuss projects progress, execution• Preparing key letters for ongoing projects• Coordinating with the clients to ensure proper handing over of the projects including snags initiation, administering of warranties, T&C reports, O&M manuals, preventive maintenance intervention matrix in line with contract documents• Following up with the clients on projects executed during defect and liability period to ensure proper and timely response

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Specialties: Technical Overview, Team Building, Devising Workflows, Setting of new units/ departments, Value Engineering, Tendering and Estimation, Contracts Review, Project ManagementI’m currently working as head of electrical department and BMS unit inMGC/ First Gulf Group where below are duties performed: Setting and monitoring budget for the electrical and low current scopes in various MGC projects including monitoring the cashflow throughout the project life cycle in coordination with MEP projects director Hiring and building up BMS unit and electrical department team in MGC Projects Division in line with the budget set Monitoring and managing BMS system integrator team from presalesproposals prepared to, shop drawing development, to site execution Assisting estimation department by providing technical assessment forelectrical items including devising value engineered solutions forbidding projects and presenting solutions to client to increase companychances of landing projects Preparing presentations and attending meetings with prospective clientsto discuss bidding proposals Providing contractual, and technical assessment on contractsprior to signing of new projects Assisting the project managers in preparing key letters for ongoingprojects Providing technical supervision for Electrical team Following up on shop drawings and material submittals prepared forvarious projects, providing technical support when required includingfollowing up with consultants/ clients to get approvals Directing and following up multiple site construction works with theproject managers

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

Specialties: Project Management, MEP supervision, PMC, Contracts, Procurement, Engineering, Design ManagementI worked as dry utility manager in Wadi Safar project presently developed by DGDA (Darriyah Gate Development Authority) where I supervised the execution of dry utilities in the project including High voltage, medium voltage, low voltage, street lighting, and telecom/ security networks. Key duties comprised:• Worked with PMC on reviewing and commenting on electrical activities incorporated in the baseline schedules submitted by main contractor • Assisted the chief resident engineer in issuing letters concerning dry utilities that are addressed to the client and PMC• Coordinated with regulatory bodies under supervision of PMC/client and requested clarifications on constructability of approved designs• Reviewed and answered RFIs (request for information) submitted by the contractor for packages designed by Jacobs as well as issued RFIs for other packages designed by other consultants• Reviewed and approved dry utilities infrastructure shop drawings submitted as well as electrical shop drawings for security gates• Reviewed and approved electrical material submittals including, SCADA System, Instrumentation and Process Diagrams, as well as control philosophies for Transfer and Pumping Stations• Reviewed and approved method statements, ITPs, checklists, risk assessment plans as well as NTS (notification to start) requests submitted by the contractor• Coordinated with Jacobs design team on revising and issuing new IFC drawings based on site situation and to ensure proper constructability of utilities• Supervised Jacobs electrical team and monitored the quality and progress of electrical works on site• Reviewed and oversaw replies on inspections as well as issuing of field observations (FOs) and non-conformity reports (NCRs)

Saudi Arabia

Specialties: Project Management, PMC, Contracts, Procurement, Engineering, Budget Allocation, Testing and CommissioningI worked as MEP project manager and senior electrical engineer with the main contractor on three cinemas project (Vox Hail, Empire Hail and Empire Arar) on mission basis. Key duties included:• Managed two MEP subcontractors to successfully finish both projects in a timely manner• Reviewed the baseline schedules submitted by subcontractor as well as 2 weeks look ahead plans and ensured that engineering, procurement, and construction process were progressing as planned• Assisted in managing MEP budgets for both projects including reviewing and approving of monthly IPCs submitted by the subcontractor as well as preparing IPCs and reviewing them with consultant and client• Assessed and approved claims submitted by the subcontractor• Prepared and raised variation orders to the client/ consultant• Performed value engineering on low voltage and low current systems involved in the project and submitted to consultant to get approval• Monitored procurement process and followed up with suppliers to ensure that all material were delivered in a timely manner• Monitored the on-site warehouse and stock of various material• Oversaw electrical and low current shop drawings development and performed technical reviews as well as followed with consultant to get approval• Supervised issuing and followed up on approval of electrical inspection requests with the consultant• Managed T&C activities of MEP systems, prepared OEM manuals in collaboration with mechanical engineer, in addition to project handing over documents

Saudi Arabia

Specialties: Project Management, PMC, Contracts, Procurement, Engineering, Budget Allocation, Testing and CommissioningI worked as CJV MEP L5 Manager where I managed MEP works for 12 underground stations, 10 passenger shafts, 3 ventilation shafts, cut & cover section (1 KM), tunnel (13 KM), and depot. The following are duties I assumed during my stint:-Coordinated construction and material procurement with the subcontractors-Set and communicated testing and commissioning, energization, and cooling strategy in the line-Oversaw testing and commissioning of MEP equipment and ensured that it complied with approved T&C procedures-Assisted scheduling department with developing detailed schedules for all MEP installation activities-Monitored project budget/ schedule and oversaw subcontractor performance to ensure on time project execution in line with budget constraints and quality standards-Communicated progress and prepared appropriate reports as needed to executive management-Reviewed and approved material DOs and POs-Reviewed contracts and contract amendments-Attended and chaired regular meetings (progress, coordination, design... ) with site team, consultant & design team to discuss key issues related to the project, progress follow up, in addition to taking effective corrective actions to support construction-Coordinated with different entities inside the consortium to ensure smooth progress of work -Built effective working relationships with the client, consultant and project team members-Monitored the project cost and was involved in checking performance as well as approving of monthly payments to subcontractors and sister company -Managed various teams for effective delivery of daily and weekly objectives including approval of working hours, overtime-Prepared required presentations to show the progress to the client-Reviewed and developed project organization chart, staffing plan, as well as devised efficient and effective workflows

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Specialties: Tendering, Procurement, EngineeringSupervised MEP activities for construction of 30 Villas in Riyadh as well as construction estimator supporting the tendering team in verifying contractors’ prices of tendered projects and pricing of projects under design when requested by the client in the tendering phase. Key duties include:-Assist in preparing priced MEP BOQ for Riyadh Metro based on shop drawings developed by technical team for supply and installation of MEP systems-Maintain a database for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in the estimation process-Assist in the tendering process for several projects including reviewing tenders, negotiations, and tender awards-Examine MEP plans of 30 Villa Project @ King Fahd Road, Riyadh to assume site supervision duties-Conduct inspections of Low Voltage, low current, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting installations and check conformance with project dwgs/ specs-Monitor safety procedures implemented on site to ensure safe working conditions-Review time schedule and progress reports submitted (2 weeks look ahead) and manage/ coordinate MEP construction activities to be in line with approved schedule

Eastern Province

Specialties: Project Management, PMC , Procurement, Engineering, Budget Allocation, Testing and Commissioning, Value Engineering, MEP SupervisionWorked as Resident Electrical Engineer on two 5-star hotel projects (Rayhan Rotana and Erad) supervising MEP works. Key duties involve: -Conduct Market Analysis and Value Engineering to meet MEP budgetary constraints-Was actively involved in negotiations and setting the final values of BOQ prices for MEP items in Erad project-Proactively guiding and coordinating subcontractors and main contractor activities on site based on action plans in line with project time schedule-Develop detailed action plans for Mep trades based on project time schedule-Review progress reports based on approved action plans-Review daily reports-Liaise with operator to provide technical overview of the MEP systems to be installed-Follow up material and long lead items procurement process-Review Shop Drawings-Review Electrical Material Submittal-Help in resolving site problems-Respond to design and site clarifications-Conduct MEP Inspections-Check material delivered on site to make sure it's conforming with approved material according to specs-Witness factory acceptance test (FAT) & Site acceptance test (SAT) for various electrical equipment to make sure they are in line with specs

Saudi Arabia

Specialties: Utilities, Procurement, Engineering, Budget Allocation, Testing and Commissioning, MEP Supervision, ContractsWorked as senior utility engineer supervising implementation of temporary and permanent diversion solutions for dry/ wet utilities clashing with the metro trajectory. Key duties include:-Preparing utility infrastructure ifc drawings for Riyadh Metro Line 6 (layouts + sectional details) Hv Network (380 Kv, 132 Kv) Mv Network (33Kv, 13.8 Kv) STC, Mobily, and ITC Network Irrigation/ Potable Water Network Storm Drain/ Waste Water Network -Identifying clashing points between utilities and metro line and proposing protection, hang up, or diversion solutions-Coordinating solutions with stakeholder and getting approval-Reviewing shop drawing, method statement, BOQ and ITP submittal-Supervising utility execution work -Conducting weekly meetings with subcontractor to follow up execution on site-Reviewing as built drawings prepared by subcontractor

Riyadh

Worked in the technical department for 3 months and then worked as a site electrical engineer where I carried out installation and testing and commissioning for various electrical systems. Key duties involve: -Develop lighting shop drawings for Rawdat Khuraim Project-Conduct Value Engineering for Rawdat Khuraim Project-Develop As built drawings for pediatrics hospital at KSAU Project (King Saud bin Abdulaziz University)-Supervise a group of 2 foremen and 30 electricians to complete 3rd fix as well as testing of various electrical installations at KSAU as per project drawings and specs-Conduct testing and commissioning of UPS, Generator, ECBS, and busway at KSAU as per project specs and approved T&C procedures-Supervise a group of 1 Foreman and 20 electricians to complete 1st and 2nd fix electrical installations at CMA (Capital Market Authority) Tower based on approved shop drawings

Lebanon

-Applying pattern recognition and fuzzy logic techniques on seismic data utilized in oil exploration-Applying pattern recognition, signal processing/ pre-processing techniques to enhance performance of TNT sniffers

Lebanon

-Construct and renovate residential buildings in Bchemoun and Aramoun Area-Showcase residential properties and explain features, value and benefits of available homes to clients-Counsel new buyers to enhance sales opportunities

Beirut Lebanon

Worked as a design engineer designing electrical systems and preparing tender documents (drawings, BOQ, Specs). Part of our duties involved visiting sites under construction and performing periodic inspections of electrical systems to gain practical know how of the systems being designed and to gain site experience.Projects delivered:-Cemetery House, Angola: Work on lighting, wiring devices and mechanical equipment electrical feeding installation, cable sizing, power feeding infrastructure (power riser diagram), low current systems including Fire Alarm System, Telephony, and Public Address-PNU Project: Work on lighting, power, cable routing, and earthing & lightning protecting system. Reviewed shop drawings & material submittals-Sang Project: Work on developing street lighting, low/ medium/ high voltage ifc infrastructure drawings-Rabigh Cable Factory: Develop tender documents for the factory (IFC drawings, BOQ, Specs) -13 Plots on Saraya Islands: Designed small power, lighting, and small power requirement for building blocks using REVIT -Al Hafa District Development, Oman: Design lighting, small power, fire alarm system, and mechanical equipment's electrical requirement for two pumping stations, two sewage stations, and one irrigation station-Oceana Development, Dubai (D0453): provide power requirement (E.O, S.O) for ID designed installation

-Design lighting and wiring devices installations for LAU medical school-Design power requirements for mechanical equipments for Jahra industrial plant

-KJO (Khafji Joint Operation): Helped in monitoring the contracting work as a junior field engineer, helped in monitoring the mini-pillars, worked on low current installations (CCTV, MATV), wiring devices, and lighting fixtures installation -CRO: Aided in monitoring and controlling the power utility supplying King Abdul Aziz Palace of International Conferences-HB site (Managerial site): Learned the procedure and different forms involved in construction and procuring products (relation between consultant, contractor, project manager, and client)

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