Ammar Khader
Project Manager
Dubai
Summary
Certified Project Management Professional with 14+ years of diverse experience in project delivery, construction supervision, estimation, and stakeholder coordination. Proven success managing high-value VVIP residential and commercial projects across the UAE. Adept at leading multi-disciplinary teams, executing complex project lifecycles, and maintaining exceptional quality, time, and cost performance
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager
ZAAD Development
Abu Dhabi
2023.10 - 2025.04
- Successfully delivered multiple high-profile VVIP residential projects in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, with a combined value exceeding AED 100 million.
- Led end-to-end project management, from pre-concept design through authority approvals, construction, and final handover.
- Acted as the primary liaison between VVIP clients, international design firms, and local consultants.
- Developed Project Initiation Documents (PIDs), commercial proposals, and RFPs to secure project approvals.
- Collaborated with procurement and contracts team to manage tendering and vendor selection.
- Maintained quality, safety, and schedule adherence across all phases.
- Implemented risk management and achieved up to 12% cost optimization through value engineering.
- Ensured transparent project governance through regular reporting and milestone tracking.
Chief Engineer
Enova by Veolia
Dubai
2021.05 - 2023.09
- Led a 24/7 team managing 1,500+ permits monthly across the Expo City site.
- Developed the Expo City Control Guidelines for streamlined contractor operations.
- Issued permits within 48 hours, exceeding KPI benchmarks.
- Ensured scope compliance and contractor oversight.
Senior Engineer
Enova by Veolia
Dubai
2019.10 - 2021.05
- Reviewed MSRAs and ensured permitting compliance across various zones.
- Coordinated with Expo departments and stakeholders.
- Led asset inspections and enforced PTW standards.
Section Civil Engineer
Enova by Veolia
Dubai
2018.05 - 2019.09
- Managed commercial fit-out reviews and executions.
- Coordinated tenant communications and AMC contract implementation.
- Prepared scopes for asset upgrade projects.
Estimation Engineer
Commodore Contracting
Dubai
2016.04 - 2018.04
- Prepared BOQs and tender documentation.
- Conducted quantity take-offs and vendor evaluations.
- Provided detailed project cost estimations.
Site Engineer
Commodore Contracting
Abu Dhabi/Dubai
2011.05 - 2016.04
- Supervised excavation, structural works, and finishing tasks.
- Supported QA/QC documentation and inspections.
- Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
American University of Sharjah
2006.01 - 2011.01
Skills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Procurement & Contracting
- Risk Management
- Client Engagement
- Value Engineering
- Cost Control
- Design Coordination
- Authority Approvals
- Fit-out Supervision
- Contract negotiation
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Project Manager
ZAAD Development
2023.10 - 2025.04
Chief Engineer
Enova by Veolia
2021.05 - 2023.09
Senior Engineer
Enova by Veolia
2019.10 - 2021.05
Section Civil Engineer
Enova by Veolia
2018.05 - 2019.09
Estimation Engineer
Commodore Contracting
2016.04 - 2018.04
Site Engineer
Commodore Contracting
2011.05 - 2016.04
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
American University of Sharjah
2006.01 - 2011.01