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Faisal Abdulla

Faisal Abdulla

MEP Operation Manager
Dubai

Summary

Seeking to continue my professionalism, where my dedication, expertise and talent will definitely bring the organization a sharper edge within the industry. Aspire for a challenging position to contribute to the company's growth, in turn ensuring personal growth.

Estimation, costing, design & Execution of engineering solutions for multi-million dirham major MEP engineering projects for a reputed company in DUBAI-UAE. Extended expertise in providing cost analysis, developing implementation timelines, business planning for time-bound fast track projects.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Operation manager

Al Nebras Electromechanical works co LLC
Dubai
03.2011 - Current
  • Led a team of MEP engineers and designers to develop construction documents and specifications, and coordinated with the construction team to ensure smooth project execution
  • Monitored project schedules and budgets, identified potential risks, and developed mitigation strategies to keep projects on track
  • Coordinated with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment
  • Done effective value Engineering and cost control
  • Attending progress meetings with client and contractor to review the progress made and to discuss and finalize about the future course of action to meet project milestones
  • Monitored progress throughout the project cycle, ensuring cost and time constraints are met and acting to ensure problem resolution as necessary
  • Reviewing and checking payment invoices by subcontractor against the actual work executed
  • Certification of monthly work progress and payment Follow up with clients/Main contractor
  • Develop and maintain back up for the site supervision team during execution of projects
  • Provide leadership to MEP engineering team to accomplish project goals and monitor out-put
  • Assign duties and monitor the performance of the staff
  • Ensuring that work is carried out in as safe working environment by implementing standard/mandatory HSE Procedures.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Sr. Project Engineer

Al Sahel contracting LLC ( Al Nabooda Group)
03.2007 - 06.2011
  • Coordinate with local authorities – DEWA, Civil Defense / Etisalat Etc
  • Continuously monitor and improve the deployments
  • Planning and coordinating site activities including installation, testing and commissioning as per scope of works
  • Review of Technical Submittals, Method Statements, Shop Drawings, Site Clarification Requests / Request for information etc
  • Meetings with the client to review discuss and finalize design, installation, testing and commissioning related issues
  • Reviewing and checking payment invoices by contractor against the actual work executed
  • Certification of monthly work progress.
  • Reduced project waste through efficient designs, resulting in cost reduction.
  • Calculated risks during project development and managed risks throughout projects.
  • Managed projects effectively to deliver finished work on time.
  • Developed accurate technical drawings to direct successful engineering projects.
  • Planned and implemented large-scalee engineering changes to achieve team objectives.
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
  • Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to improve technical performance.
  • Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.
  • Trained junior engineers in workstation design and material handling.

MEP Quantity Surveyor

Omega Engineering
Dubai
02.2006 - 01.2007
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Researched construction cost trends to stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes.
  • Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
  • Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
  • Assessed risks and uncertainties to identify potential challenges and prepare contingency plans.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
  • Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
  • Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
  • Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
  • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
  • Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
  • Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
  • Readied and presented cost reports to keep stakeholders informed of job progress.
  • Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
  • Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.

Education

B-Tech - Electrical&Electronics Engg

KERALA STATE TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Skills

Budgeting

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Certification

Dubai Municipality- certified

Software

Plan swift

Autocad

Ms office

Additional Information

Visa status: Golden Visa- UAE

Timeline

Operation manager

Al Nebras Electromechanical works co LLC
03.2011 - Current

Sr. Project Engineer

Al Sahel contracting LLC ( Al Nabooda Group)
03.2007 - 06.2011

MEP Quantity Surveyor

Omega Engineering
02.2006 - 01.2007

B-Tech - Electrical&Electronics Engg

KERALA STATE TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Faisal Abdulla MEP Operation Manager