Accomplished professional with expertise in project planning, scheduling, risk management, and cost control. Demonstrated leadership in team collaboration, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Proficient in problem-solving, technical oversight, and quality assurance, with a focus on contractor supervision. Knowledgeable in structural engineering principles and construction estimating, driving successful project outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Construction manager
Arabian Construction Company
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2025.08 - 2026.02
Delivered all civil construction activities for pipelines, buildings, landscaping, and underground facilities on schedule and within budget.
Achieved compliance with project timelines and quality standards through effective oversight of contractors and subcontractors.
Resolved technical issues in collaboration with engineering, procurement, and project management teams, enhancing project efficiency.
Maintained exemplary HSE compliance, ensuring safe working conditions for all personnel.
Generated detailed progress reports, enabling accurate tracking of project milestones and timelines.
Implemented contingency plans that reduced disruptions during unforeseen circumstances.
Coordinated construction projects seamlessly, ensuring successful completion from initial planning to final execution.
Supervised work of contractors and subcontractors to achieve targets against deadlines.
Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
Promoted best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.
Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
Supported cost-effective working methods to reduce project outgoings and maximise potential profits.
Performed detailed safety briefings and new team member inductions, reducing onsite risks.
Construction manager
AL Ghanim International for General Trading & Contracting
Ahmady , Kuwait
2023.02 - 2025.07
Project: South Kuwait Excavation, Transportation, and Remediation – KOC
Managed excavation of contaminated soil, screening, pulverizing, transportation, and remediation (Scope: 4,500,000 tons, Budget: $150M).
Supervised site activities, ensured quality standards, and coordinated with all stakeholders.
Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
Facilitated efficient communication among team members to resolve conflicts.
Ensured timely delivery of materials by negotiating with suppliers.
Managed site operations ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
Planned work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed within timelines.
Maintained record of equipment inventory for monitoring usage and repair needs.
Followed correct procedures for historical sites and special renovation projects.
Developed strategic construction plans from architectural blueprints.
Ordered construction supplies, tracked usage and minimised cost overruns.
Construction Manager
al Ghanim international
Ahmadi, Kuwait
2016.09 - 2023.01
Project: Construction of Remote Header Manifolds & Associated Works – KOC
Managed construction across 25 gathering centerwith budget of $91M.
Oversaw excavation, concrete works, pipelines, and steel structures.
Oversaw subcontractors, ensuring work met project specifications.
Assessed manpower requirements, recruiting appropriate staff as needed.
Managed site operations ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
Managed site instructions, daily diary, record sheets and other forms of site reporting.
Provided mentorship, support and team management to keep staff suitably trained and competent.
Coached and mentored junior painters to achieve highly-skilled, hardworking teams.
Supervised workforce maintaining high levels of productivity on-site.
Implemented innovative solutions for overcoming project obstacles efficiently.
Planned work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed within timelines.
Conducted regular site inspections for quality assurance.
Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
Adhered to environmental regulations during all phases of construction process.
Liaised with architects and engineers to resolve technical issues.
Maintained record of equipment inventory for monitoring usage and repair needs.
Coordinated with local authorities for necessary permits and approvals.
Tracked progress of construction projects reporting updates to stakeholders.
Ensured timely delivery of materials by negotiating with suppliers.
Supported cost-effective working methods to reduce project outgoings and maximize potential profits.
Senior civil site engineer
sinohydro
Al jahra, Kuwait
2015.12 - 2016.08
Project: Ali Al-Sabah Academy – Ministry Of Defense , Kuwait
Managed construction for 40 buildings (4 million m², 300,000 m³ concrete, 6,000–10,000 manpower).
Developed comprehensive construction plans, improved work processes.
Coordinated construction schedules, streamlined project timelines.
Managed relationships with contractors, enhanced collaboration efforts.
Supervised site work to verify quality and safety standards ahead of sign off.
Documented daily progress, incidents and issue resolutions for accurate site records.
Senior civil site engineer
Ali AL Ghanim
al gahra , Kuwait
2014.05 - 2015.11
Project: 396 Houses & 19 Public Buildings – North-West Syllabicate City, Kuwait
Supervised concrete works and finishing, inspected work as per approved drawings, ensured safety standards.
Developed comprehensive construction plans, improved work processes.
Enhanced safety standards with regular risk assessments.
Managed relationships with contractors, enhanced collaboration efforts.
Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and associated documents.
Understood environmental project impacts to plan appropriate eco-friendly solutions.
Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and labourers to deliver on projects.
Supervised site work to verify quality and safety standards ahead of sign off.
Checked technical drawings for adherence to standards, maintaining operational compliance.
Completed projects on time and within budget by collaborating with contractors, architects and public authorities.
Improved project efficiency by overseeing and managing site activities.
Ensured timely completion of projects through effective resource allocation.
Promoted a positive work atmosphere amongst site workers, boosted morale.
Site Engineer
Ali Sayegh Contracting Company W.L.L
Ahmadi , Kuwait
2013.03 - 2014.04
Project: 400 KV Substation at Mina Al-Zour
Managed construction (7,400 m², 16,000 m³ concrete, 240 manpower), supervised site teams, resolved technical issues.
Resolved technical issues for seamless operations on the construction site.
Managed project timelines for timely completion of tasks.
Monitored supply chain management reducing delays in delivery of essential materials.
Improved efficiency with regular site inspections and maintenance.
Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and associated documents.
Site Engineer
CAÑAR Trading and Contracting Company W.L.L
Ahmadi, Kuwait
2012.02 - 2013.03
Project: 132 KV Substation
Oversaw construction (3,000 m², 2,000 m³ concrete, 50 skilled labor).
Maintained clear communication lines amongst team members promoting a harmonious working environment.
Ensured site safety by implementing rigorous health and safety protocols.
Prepared detailed reports to communicate progress to stakeholders.
Streamlined workflow processes enhancing operational efficiency on the construction sites.
Monitored supply chain management reducing delays in delivery of essential materials.
Communicated with clients and client representatives, attending regular meetings to update on progress.
Site Engineer
CAÑAR Trading and Contracting Company W.L.L
gahra , Kuwait
2010.10 - 2012.01
Supervised site activities to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
Checked sites for safety and environmental compliance before work commencement.
Maintained project timelines, ensuring on-time completion of tasks.
Established work schedules to facilitate snagging and quality assurance tasks.
Coordinated integrated security system project for KOC locations, overseeing budget of 130m KD.
Supported construction of precast concrete fences and civil works at KOC facilities.
Prepared reports to update stakeholders on project progress.
Site Engineer
CAÑAR Trading and Contracting Company W.L.L
Gahra, Kuwait
2008.09 - 2010.08
Monitored site work to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards before sign-off.
Assisted in supervision of construction and quality control to meet project specifications and standards.
Resolved technical issues to facilitate smooth operations on the construction site.
Streamlined workflow processes to improve operational efficiency on construction sites.
Negotiated with subcontractors to secure favourable terms for project collaboration.
Supported training programmes for new staff, enhancing skills and productivity.
Site Engineer
Al-Quds Construction
2007.01 - 2008.08
Project: Residential Building – 52 Buildings for Middle-Income Housing