Ala' M. SowaitY

• Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
• Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
• Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
• Reduced project timelines with proactive planning and close monitoring of progress.
• Identified technical risks within managed projects.
• Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
• Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
• Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
• Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and save costs.
• Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
• Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during the project lifecycle.
• Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
• Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
• Managed budgets effectively for multiple projects, ensuring financial targets were met.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to mitigate potential issues, safeguarding project timelines and budgets.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure advantageous terms, contributing to cost savings.
• Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction by effectively communicating project updates and milestones.
• Optimized resource allocation by thorough planning and analysis, maximizing project profitability.
• Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
• Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
• 
  

• Skilled in managing multiple projects with diverse teams to meet clients' expectations
• Proficient in leading planning and technical teams to submit necessary documents, including MSRA, presentations, work schedules, permits, NOCs, PBG, APG, and others
• Use project management tools to track project progress, schedule tasks, and communicate with team members
• Thoroughly monitor and follow up on all ongoing projects, including managing suppliers and preparing POs for timely delivery of required materials and resources
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and changes to ensure project objectives are met
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and delivery
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and policies
• Continuously improve project management processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Lead project post-mortem meetings to review project performance and identify areas for improvement
• Provide training and guidance to team members to build their project management skills and competencies
• Coordinate with Operations Department to meet project requirements effectively
• Experienced in preparing special requirements for onshore and offshore projects with ADNOC
• Ability to manage heavy vehicles, boats, pontoons, and amphibious machines to achieve efficient results on site.
• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
• Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
• Preparation of Technical Bids
• Preparation of Commercial Bids
• Following possible clients, and establishing relationships with them
• Replying to all Inquires with proper format and manner
• Preparing all MS, FRA, and Work schedules for Onshore and Offshore Projects
• Coordinating/Communicating with concerned personnel until Project is awarded.
• Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making for business growth.
• Forged strong relationships with key industry stakeholders to develop mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Expanded client base by identifying and targeting new business opportunities.
• Managed approximately 100+ incoming calls per day from customers

• Managed 11 Projects with a budget over 200 Million USD
• Found design flaws in ongoing projects, preventing catastrophic failure
• Communicating with stakeholders regarding project needs and goals
• Used AutoCAD and creative materials sourcing to cut project costs 10%
• Preparing Professional Indemnity (PI) or a collateral warranty in coordination with insurance companies.
• Coordination with the Account department to ensure all required bonds from banks, ex, ABG, and PBG are available when the project starts, and vice versa canceling these bonds when a project has completed or passed the maintenance period.
• Managed and successfully delivered multiple projects, including:

1. 496 villas for the Mudon Villa project (Trojan) with a budget of $80M

2. Fewa, Al Hamra Sub-Station in Ras Al Khaimah

3. Delhi Private School in Ras Al Khaimah for M/S High Star Contracting

4. 13 NOS gas and oil substations for Samsung and Petrofac in Oman

5. Gas and oil substation for M/S BEC In Salalah/Oman

5. Warehouses in UAQ Free zone for M/S EHE

6. Girders for bridges work Near Fujairah with M/S WBG

7. Handed over of Zahia City Centre in Sharjah with M/S CCC.

Lake View G+4 Building project @ DIP 1 / Dubai (Full Precast Building)

• Coordination and directing of project requirements (site resources, site equipment, subcontractors, and following up with Engineering Dept.)
• Shop Drawing preparation as per specification and consultant requirements, submission and follow up
• Responsible for Delivery, inspection, Erection and finishing of Precast elements
• Responsible for all submittals regarding Approvals and RFIs
• Attending weekly/monthly meeting with client/consultant prior discussing any project progress and requirements
• To ENSURE all relevant NOC's and permits are in place and its revalidation upon expiry
• Analysis of site issues and proposing efficient solutions, preparing monthly invoices on time, and following up with payments with the client.

159 residential villas for Sheikh Zayed housing Program @ Al quoz 2nd/Dubai (Precast Boundary wall)

• Supervising on all excavations for BW and checking levels required, inspecting erection, and finishing of Boundary wall for all 159 villas
• Shop Drawing preparation as per specification and consultant requirements, submission and follow up
• Following all Dubai Municipality requirements for the approval of Shop drawings, levels, and design through conference rooms and attending a meeting at DM engineering department.

G+2 Floor School Building @ sustainable city/ Dubai (Full Precast Building)

• Checking all substructures works by the main contractor to fit with precast scope of work
• Delivery, inspection, erection of all precast elements & QA/QC observing.

• Structural Designer for Precast elements for various projects, villas, G+4 Building, and Boundary Wall
• Program used in design stages: E-tabs, Safe, Sap, Concise Beam.

• Responsible for watching over all site activities and submitting of IRs, and following on the main contractor's work
• Constructing the main water pipeline.