Amr Ashour
Dubai
Summary
Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated Operations Manager offering 12+ years of construction and contracting experience on all sorts of buildings projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthrough and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on over 10 projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Peace City Contracting LLC
Dubai
11.2013 - Current
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors over payment amounts or contract terms.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
- Assessed and created construction budgets to facilitate approved projects within construction codes.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Section Engineer
Arabtec Construction LLC
Dubai
03.2012 - 11.2013
- Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
- Verified and enforced compliance with regulatory agency standards and specifications.
- Composed various project proposals and specifications, cost estimates and work schedules.
- Handled weekly meetings, completed spreadsheets and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Resolved unexpected technical difficulties and communicated solutions with clients and representatives.
- Surveyed project sites to establish reference points to guide construction.
- Maintained records of daily activities including measurements taken at various stages of construction.
- Facilitated communication among all stakeholders involved in the project ensuring timely resolution of conflicts or disagreements.
- Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Directed engineering activities, driving compliance with environmental, safety or other governmental regulations.
- Conducted onsite inspections and prepared takeoffs for engineering project costing.
- Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Jordan University Of Science And Technology
Irbid, Jordan11-2011
Master of Science - Construction Law And Dispute Resolution
British University In Dubai
Dubai-UAESkills
- Maintenance Planning
- Incidents Management
- Labor Relations
- Financial Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Logistics Oversight
- Customer Service
- Business Development
- Contract Management
- Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Relations
- Operations Oversight
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Peace City Contracting LLC
11.2013 - Current
Section Engineer
Arabtec Construction LLC
03.2012 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Jordan University Of Science And Technology
Master of Science - Construction Law And Dispute Resolution
British University In Dubai
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