Ahmed Kharoub
Abu Dhabi,AZ
Summary
Senior manager with accumulated 27 years of experience in energy business. Executed many projects in different phases including Assess Select Feed and EPC for Multi-Billion Dollars in different regions in the world including USA, Europe, and Middle East. Significant success in developing and managing high-performing multi-culture teams to deliver business objectives. Always focus on Strategic Planning, Portfolio Management, Monitoring & Controlling, Change Management, Risk Management, Stakeholders Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Business Development,
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Project Engineering
ADNOC OFFSHORE
01.2010 - Current
- Plan, direct, and manage the execution of Oil and Gas projects portfolio at both Zirku and Das plants of ADNOC OFFSHORE from business case going through Value Assurance Process VAP (Assess, Select, Define, Execute, Operate) to process and export +1.8 MMBD of oil
- Manage stakeholders, PMC teams and contractors to deliver value and cost effective fit-for-purpose solutions to meet ADNOC business objectives.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with all stakeholders and suppliers through project execution.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Achieved business unit goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolving disputes with contractors and suppliers promptly, maintaining open lines of communication,
- Developed and maintained relationships with contractors and suppliers through project execution.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Consultant - Project Engineering
CB&I Lummus LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Coordinated tendering process of EPC project of building terminal plant at Sokhna port (Egypt) for Bi-directional importing / Exporting oil products
- Managed team for engineering, and procurement of oil refining Catalytic Cracking, Delayed Coker, and Hydrocracking units for NAGAJUNA REFINERY - India.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
Project Manager
ENPPI
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Successfully managed EPC for $200MM Tank Farm for Khafji Joint Operations KJO - KSA for the expansion of HOUT crude production facilities
- Managed engineering, procurement, construction support, project control, corrective actions, letters of credit (LC), bank guarantees, and commercial settlements.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Project Manager
UOP Honeywell
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Executed many projects for major international Oil and Gas operators worldwide for different UOP technologies
- Perfectly managed budgets, cash flow, letters of credit, bank guarantees, invoicing, treasury, Tax accruals.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Founder / Managing Director
American Technology Services LLC
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Started with partners LLC engineering firm in Chicago - USA specialized in high Pressure Equipment for Oil & Gas
- Executed orders for many clients for equipment certifications
- Increased net profit margin by 70% above target.
Assist. Chief Engineer
Swenson Technology Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Successfully managed team of multi-disciplines for building chemical plants that included cost estimates, proposals, engineering, procurement, fabrications supervision, and construction support.
Lead Mechanical Engineer
ENPPI
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Completed detailed engineering & procurement activities for major offshore Gas field development (TEMSAH) for PETROBEL / AGIP at AGIP HQ Office - Milan - Italy.
- Assisted in the development of company-wide standards for mechanical engineering practices, promoting consistency across all projects.
- Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality results.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment while maintaining budgetary constraints.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois
USA01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cairo University
01.1996
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Negotiation
- Product Management
- Contract Management
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Project Management Professional PMP, PMI, USA, 01/01/10
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.), Wisconsin Board of Professional Engineers, Wisconsin, USA
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.), Texas Board Of Professional Engineers, Texas, USA
Traininghighlights
- Project Planning and Management, Darden School of Business, University of Virginia, USA, Online – Paid by ADNOC
- Budgeting Essentials and development, FIA Business School, São Paulo, Brazil, Online - Paid by ADNOC
- Building Effective Team Cultures, GIES Business School, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Online - Self
- Nine steps in project management, DeVry University, Chicago, USA, Campus – Paid by UOP Honeywell
Personal Information
Title: Sr Project Manager
Languages
English
Arabic
Timeline
Manager, Project Engineering
ADNOC OFFSHORE
01.2010 - Current
Consultant - Project Engineering
CB&I Lummus LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010
Project Manager
ENPPI
01.2007 - 01.2008
Project Manager
UOP Honeywell
01.2004 - 01.2007
Founder / Managing Director
American Technology Services LLC
01.2003 - 01.2004
Assist. Chief Engineer
Swenson Technology Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
Lead Mechanical Engineer
ENPPI
01.1996 - 01.2000
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cairo University
- Project Management Professional PMP, PMI, USA, 01/01/10
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.), Wisconsin Board of Professional Engineers, Wisconsin, USA
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.), Texas Board Of Professional Engineers, Texas, USA
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