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Muhammad Waqas

Muhammad Waqas

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

A talented, results-driven Project Control Professional with 14 years of experience in the field of Projects Planning, Controlling and Coordination, Supervision, Managing the site works & delivery of engineering solutions (Road& Infrastructure, Civil, MEP & Rail Transit System works) for multi-million Riyals major construction projects for reputed companies in UAE, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Pakistan. I was involved in two major rail projects (Riyadh Metro and Doha Metro & Doha International Airport) with multinational companies in the Middle East. I have bachelor’s degree and expert in using Project Management software like Primavera P6, Tilos-10.0, and all Microsoft office applications. I am looking for an organization where there is a chance to learn, explore and fully utilize my skills and abilities for the benefit of the organization and thus enable my career graph to attain new heights.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Planning Engineer

WSP Middle East
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2021 - Current
  • Developing project plans, including defining scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
  • Identifying and allocating resources required for project execution, such as manpower, equipment, and materials.
  • Identifying potential risks and uncertainties that may impact project timelines and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Tracking project progress, analyzing data, and providing regular updates to project stakeholders.
  • Evaluating project performance against planned objectives and identifying areas for improvement or corrective actions.
  • Assessing and managing changes to project scope, schedule, and resources, and communicating changes to relevant parties.
  • Preparing project weekly & monthly reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Programme Planner

Egis International
Doha, Qatar
03.2020 - 03.2021

My responsibilities included devising thorough strategies, overseeing project timelines, allocating resources, estimating expenses, mitigating risks, monitoring advancements, fostering teamwork, coordinating interfaces between projects to prevent disruptions, guaranteeing quality control, and maintaining precise project records. My main objective was to ensure the successful implementation of road and infrastructure projects within established parameters.

Project Control Engineer

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited
Doha, Qatar
11.2017 - 02.2020
  • Developed, updated, monitored and reviewed contractor schedule schedules, submittals, material delivery, procurement logs and daily follow-up in addition to necessary productivity measurement studies and associated corrective measures.
  • Performed project schedule analysis and studied of problem areas to determine criticality of schedule activities. Recommended alternatives for schedule improvement to project team for discussion and/or decision.
  • Prepared and presented schedule impact reports. Lead development and review of schedule recovery plans, including evaluation of additional resources/costs required to affect such plans.
  • Track cost and schedule progress by using Earned Value Methodology.
  • Create and update timely reports demonstrating the project's progress, also developing dashboard reports on Power BI.
  • Coordination with main contractor to identify and on time resolution of the issues.

Project Controls Engineer

Parsons International
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2014 - 08.2017
  • Worked closely with Planning Manager and Project Team to ensure that ‘contract programme’ is feasible, complies with Project Master Plan and contractual documents
  • Developed, updated and maintained project schedule to coordinate interfaces with others stakeholders.
  • Analyzed, evaluated current and forecast dates against established baseline schedule. Assessed impact(s) of design or construction changes and schedule slippages.
  • Reviewed schedule trends to identify problem areas and recommending corrective action to management. Monitoring actual progress against planned progress.
  • Prepared weekly and monthly project progress reports.
  • Assisted to prepare delay analysis & preparation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims.

Planning Engineer

Redco International
Doha, Qatar
12.2010 - 12.2013
  • Assisted Project Control Manager to set up site Project Management Plan, with stage wise schedules, milestones, deliverables and timelines as per schedule management plan.
  • Performed statistical analysis to identify schedule variances of project status against schedule baseline using EVMs and calculate Schedule Performance Index (SPI)
  • Interface with consultants, project team members and client for issues related to planning and scheduling activities.
  • Attended meetings with client for all aspects of project progress.
  • Advised clients on schedule variances and potential project risks, suggest, and get approvals on remedial actions.
  • Calculated and analyzed Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and To-complete Performance Index (TCPI).
  • Prepared weekly and monthly progress reports.

Planning Engineer

Transcold Construction Co
Islamabad, Pakistan
02.2009 - 12.2010

I worked on structured approach to achieving goals and objectives. I also involves defining goals, setting objectives, identifying tasks, allocating resources, establishing timelines, assessing risks, monitoring progress, facilitating coordination, and adapting to changes. By incorporating these elements, planning enhances the likelihood of successful outcomes and effective execution.

Mechanical Engineer

South Start
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2006 - 01.2009

I have performed the duties which involved the construction of buildings include designing HVAC systems, ensuring energy efficiency and sustainability, designing plumbing and fire protection systems, selecting and specifying mechanical equipment, coordinating system integration, supervising construction and quality control, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing projects, and providing troubleshooting and maintenance support. These responsibilities contribute to the successful implementation of mechanical systems within building projects.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Project Management

University of Sunderland
United Kingdom
09.2020 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical

Preston University
Pakistan
02.2008 - 04.2014

Skills

  • Strong skills in Primavera P6, Deltek Acumen, Microsoft Power BI and AutoCAD, Tilos and Microsoft Office
  • Schedule development and schedule management/control
  • Solid understanding of Project Management practices (EVM, Risk Analysis and Change Management)
  • Projects Planning & Scheduling, Stakeholder Coordination, Project Reporting, Cost Analysis
  • Results-oriented and hands-on professional with strong analytical skills
  • Team player, organized and problem-solving person

Certification

  • CMEngNZ – Engineer New Zealand
  • CEng Engineering Council (UK)
  • MACM - Member of The Association of Controls Management (UK)
  • PMP-PMI
  • Contract Administration, Cost Management, Project Management, Quality Management, Time Management, Value Engineering, Sustainability from CMAA
  • PACE Quality Management (IACET)

Languages

English
Advanced
Urdu
Native

Timeline

Lead Planning Engineer

WSP Middle East
08.2021 - Current

Master of Business Administration - Project Management

University of Sunderland
09.2020 - 04.2023

Programme Planner

Egis International
03.2020 - 03.2021

Project Control Engineer

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited
11.2017 - 02.2020

Project Controls Engineer

Parsons International
04.2014 - 08.2017

Planning Engineer

Redco International
12.2010 - 12.2013

Planning Engineer

Transcold Construction Co
02.2009 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical

Preston University
02.2008 - 04.2014

Mechanical Engineer

South Start
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • CMEngNZ – Engineer New Zealand
  • CEng Engineering Council (UK)
  • MACM - Member of The Association of Controls Management (UK)
  • PMP-PMI
  • Contract Administration, Cost Management, Project Management, Quality Management, Time Management, Value Engineering, Sustainability from CMAA
  • PACE Quality Management (IACET)
Muhammad Waqas