MOHAMED ALTHAF

• Led turnkey 132/11kV and 33/11kV substation projects encompassing the supply and execution of MV Switchgears, BORRI AC & DC UPS systems, and Busduct systems, consistently ensuring on-time delivery and project profitability.
• Oversaw design reviews and engineering approvals, ensuring timely submission and alignment with contract milestones and managing Transfer Manufacturing Clearance (MFC) processes with manufacturing partners.
• Coordinated Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), actively participated in issue resolution, punch point closures, and secured dispatch clearances to guarantee timely site deliveries.
• Managed and supervised site activities, including installation, testing, and commissioning adhering strictly to client specifications and safety standards.
• Delivered accurate monthly and yearly revenue forecasts and MIS reports to senior management, consistently surpassing departmental revenue and margin targets.
• Implemented rigorous budgeting and cost control practices, optimized project expenditures, and identified value-engineering opportunities to enhance profit margins.
• Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring competitive pricing, timely material deliveries, and positive impacts on cash flow and profitability.
• Handled all contractual and commercial responsibilities, including negotiations, variation claims, EOT approvals, final settlement agreements and successfully mitigating risks and ensuring beneficial outcomes.
• Recognized for driving cost-saving initiatives and operational improvements, earning awards and performance incentives for outstanding project delivery.

Key Projects:

• 33/11kV ETIHADWE Substations
• 33/11kV SEWA Substations
• 132/11kV DEWA Substations
• 220kV Substations for ADNOC & TRANSCO

Led a team of project engineers, ensuring alignment with scope, technical specifications, and quality standards.

• Collaborated with CAD engineers to secure timely client approvals for layout and manufacturing drawings.
• Managed production clearance through coordination with planning teams and factory scheduling.
• Supervised daily shop floor activities, resolving technical issues to prevent delays.
• Coordinated procurement activities to maintain uninterrupted material availability for production.
• Escalated bottlenecks to senior management, maintaining adherence to tight delivery timelines.
• Led Factory Acceptance Tests, ensuring compliance with IEC and UL standards.
• Managed international logistics, ensuring seamless shipments aligned with incoterms.
• Successfully delivered key projects including MBR Park Heights (UAE), Flydubai Headquarters (UAE), Riyadh Metro Stations (KSA), King Abdul Aziz International Airport (KSA), Unizah Hospitals (KSA), MATAF Expansion Projects (KSA), Kuwait University (Kuwait), Sabah Al Salem University (Kuwait), NBK Headquarters (Kuwait), Al Kout Mall (Kuwait) etc

• Managed complete project lifecycles for BORRI Industrial UPS systems, covering planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Reviewed contracts and led negotiations with clients and suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Developed detailed project schedules and facilitated internal and client-facing kick-off meetings.
• Oversaw engineering drawing approvals and the Manufacturing Flow Control process to ensure production alignment.
• Strategically procured materials to achieve cost efficiency and compliance with specifications.
• Coordinated international logistics for timely delivery of equipment across UAE project sites.
• Supervised installation, testing, and commissioning of UPS systems while monitoring site progress.
• Delivered key substation projects with utilities including DEWA, ETIHADWE, ADCO, EGA, etc.

• Identified new customers, managing technical enquiries and crafting tailored proposals.
• Led complete sales cycle from bidding to contract closure, securing project awards aligned with business objectives.
• Prepared comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQ) in collaboration with design teams for accurate project estimations.
• Sourced reliable suppliers for procurement activities, maintaining cost control and ensuring timely material delivery.
• Monitored site execution progress and coordinated client inspections for efficient project handover.