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Mustafa Ahmed

Mustafa Ahmed

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Planning Manager with over 12 years of experience delivering complex education, infrastructure, and construction programs across the UAE and Sudan. Proficient in Primavera P6 and advanced project controls, specializing in baseline scheduling, delay analysis, and EOT claims. Demonstrated expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams and aligning stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes on the projects. Committed to developing efficient planning systems that ensure timely, cost-effective, high-quality project delivery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Planning Manager

ASTECO
01.2024 - Current
    • Developed and monitored integrated master schedules and cost phasing plans in coordination with strategic program objectives.
    • Participated in scope definition and program implementation strategies for refurbishment and construction projects.
    • Provided technical planning inputs for tender documents, reviewed planning elements in bids, and conducted evaluation of planning deliverables.
    • Led kick-off meetings and conducted onboarding sessions for consultants and contractors, outlining planning and reporting expectations.
    • Reviewed and approved contractors' baseline programs, execution plans, and progress measurement systems aligned with payment validation and KPI metrics.
    • Oversaw project progress via site visits, stakeholder inputs, and updated schedule forecasts to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
    • Identified and addressed schedule/interface issues, ensuring project alignment with program milestones and resolving coordination gaps.
    • Evaluated EOT claims and time impact analyses submitted by contractors, providing recommendations based on contract provisions and industry best practices.
    • Assessed change requests and their impact on project schedules, and provided input on entitlement for extensions and recovery planning.
    • Supervised planning engineers and ensured adherence to project control procedures within the PMC and contractor teams.
    • Reviewed close-out deliverables including as-built schedules and supported preparation of final project reports, asset capitalization data, and handover documentation.
    • Achieved Projects:

      • 1. Refurbishment of Five ESE Schools- Ph-1 in Abu Dhabi. Contract Amount 122,080,350 AED
      • 2. AC replacement of Five ESE schools in Abu Dhabi& Al Ain. Con. Amount 35,000,000 AED
      • 3. Refurbishment of Four ADEC Charter Schools- Ph-3 in Abu Dhabi& Al Ain. 117,420,000 AED
      • 4. Refurbishment of 10 Ministry of Education Schools- Ph-2 & 8 Nurseries 454,830,000 AED
      • 5. Construction of Additional Classroom's building for Al Forsan School 50,790,000 AED
      • 6. Refurbishment of 9 Ministry of Education Schools- Ph-4 394,625,257 AED
      • 7. Refurbishment of 5 Ministry of Education Schools- Ph-5 235,288,200 AED

Sr. Planning Engineer

ASTECO
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Reviewed and approved contractors' baseline programs, execution plans, and progress measurement systems aligned with payment validation and KPI metrics.
  • Oversaw project progress via site visits, stakeholder inputs, and updated schedule forecasts to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Identified and addressed schedule/interface issues, ensuring project alignment with program milestones and resolving coordination gaps.
  • Evaluated EOT claims and time impact analyses submitted by contractors, providing recommendations based on contract provisions and industry best practices.
  • Assessed change requests and their impact on project schedules, and provided input on entitlement for extensions and recovery planning.
  • Supervised planning engineers and ensured adherence to project control procedures within the Consultant and contractor teams.

Planning Engineer

Abu Dhabi Municipality -City Center
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assigned as Seconded staff from PARSONS international limited to Sub-Municipal Operations Sector /City Center Municipality Technical Services Dep. / Planning and contracts support section.

Achieved Projects

  • Urgent Works for Services, Infrastructure and Accidents Within the Geographical Area of Municipality Branch City Center (Total Value of the Contract: AED 30,000,000 AED)
  • Rehabilitation and Improvement of Fountains Area of Municipality Branch City Center phase-1 (Total Value of the Contract: AED 12,800,000.00 AED)
  • Operation and maintenance of Landscape assets in Abu Dhabi, southwest contract 105/ SR1 (Total Value of the Contract: AED 52,500,000.00 AED)

Planning Coordinator

Fortis General Contracting
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Led project planning sessions to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
  • Coordinated project timelines to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation for team reference.
  • Develop a construction schedule, with project deliverables and milestones
  • Manage resources such as construction materials, construction workers and equipment.
  • Assisted in resource allocation to optimize workflow efficiency across departments.

Sr. Planning Engineer

VOC International project Management
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • Projects: AZIZI Residential Buildings (2B+G+10), (B+G+10) &(2B+G+9) At Meydan, Dubai. Cost of Project 64,800,000 AED
  • Proposed G+1+R Villas (A, B&C) At WADI ALMARDI, DUBAI, UAE. Cost of Project 7,908,090 AED

Planning & Controlling engineer

DROZA Petroleum Company
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Projects: PETRODAR Pipeline repair Project R. of SUDAN Cost of Project 40,000,000 USD

Founder

LAMARK Engineering for Training and Contracting
02.2015 - 06.2016
  • Area of works: provide training services in the field of engineering including theoretical and software courses for public and private sectors, in addition to provide engineering contracting services.
  • Established operational processes to enhance efficiency and scalability of startup initiatives.
  • Implemented financial tracking systems to manage budgets and forecast cash flow effectively.
  • Built an extensive network of connections within the industry, facilitating collaboration and resource sharing among startups.

Civil Engineer

Structural and environmental laboratory center
01.2013 - 01.2015

Education

B.Sc. - Civil Engineering

Sudan University of Science And Technology
Sudan
2013

M.Sc. - Construction Engineering

Sudan University of Science And Technology
Sudan
2018

Skills

  • Scheduling proficiency in Primavera P6
  • Cost control proficiency
  • Pre-tender consultation support
  • KPI development for project evaluation
  • EOT evaluation proficiency
  • Conflict resolution with project teams
  • Change management and impact analysis
  • Close-out planning
  • Project management oversight

Certification

Project Management Institute (PMI- USA). PMP Certified. (Certification Number 2307952)

Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Planning Manager

ASTECO
01.2024 - Current

Sr. Planning Engineer

ASTECO
10.2022 - 12.2023

Planning Engineer

Abu Dhabi Municipality -City Center
08.2021 - 09.2022

Planning Coordinator

Fortis General Contracting
06.2019 - 08.2021

Sr. Planning Engineer

VOC International project Management
12.2018 - 06.2019

Planning & Controlling engineer

DROZA Petroleum Company
06.2016 - 11.2018

Founder

LAMARK Engineering for Training and Contracting
02.2015 - 06.2016

Civil Engineer

Structural and environmental laboratory center
01.2013 - 01.2015

B.Sc. - Civil Engineering

Sudan University of Science And Technology

M.Sc. - Construction Engineering

Sudan University of Science And Technology
Mustafa Ahmed