SAEB M H KISHKO
Abu Dhabı
Summary
Construction Professional experienced in managing large-scale commercial projects, multi-unit developments, and mixed-use housing. Achieved project milestones through effective oversight of health and safety programs, resource coordination, and adherence to specifications within budgetary constraints. Focused on stakeholder engagement and risk assessment to enhance client relationships and foster collaborative solutions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Director – Client Representative
Hill International
Abu Dhabi
10.2024 - Current
- Established framework agreement with Al Dar Projects, fostering improved collaboration and streamlined project execution.
- Acted as main point of contact for project queries, issues, process information and other matters as required by clients or employees.
- Coordinated with stakeholders across various departments to align project objectives with organisational goals.
- Prepared statements detailing operational detail and key performance indicators.
Sr. Project Manager – Client Representative
Provis Real Estate and Management
Abu Dhabi
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Lead the weekly and monthly meetings with the all-project parties with full coordination between the relative parties on the site.
- Manage / supervise the lead consultant /main contractor for target dates.
- Monitor the project cost and schedule performance against the baseline programme.
- Monitor and follow up the cost reports with the budget with the lead consultant.
- Followed up with lead consultant and contractor to ensure timely deliverables.
- Attending the weekly stakeholder meetings on overall work strategies and deliverables.
- Coordinated resolutions for issues among stakeholders, tenants, consultants, and contractors.
- Monitored program progress and followed up on key milestones.
- Drafted framework agreement with Al Dar Projects to outline project collaboration.
- Outlined total contract price of 350,000,000 AED for project budgeting.
Project Manager – Client Representative
Abu Dhabi General Services Company
Abu Dhabi
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Managed project coordination for MUSANADA initiatives.
- Monitor and follow up the programs and plans for the site activities with the main contractor and consultant.
- Monitor and follow up the programs and plans for the site activities with the main contractor and consultant.
- Monitored site quality and productivity, ensuring alignment with project standards.
- Managed project coordination for MUSANADA initiatives.
Project Manager
Chief Contracting Company
Abu Dhabi
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Compiled weekly and monthly reports while coordinating with relevant subcontractors to streamline project progress.
- Developed shop drawings and work logistics plan to ensure efficient site operations.
- Prepared the programs and plans for the activities in the site with the planning engineer.
- Monitor the quality and the productivity on site.
- Monitored adherence to safety plan on site in alignment with company protocols and RAM and DM regulations.
- Follow up with the Municipality regulations for the approval and submittals.
- Name of Project: Construction and Maintenance of Mirfa Police Station
- Contract Price: 50,000,000 AED.
Project Manager
Chief Contracting Company
Dubai
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Specified contract value for project at 300,000,000 AED.
- Documented project details for Construction and Maintenance of Rak Rotana Mangrove Hotel and related residential and commercial buildings in Dubai.
- Developed shop drawings and logistics plan to ensure effective site operations.
- Prepared the programs and plans for the activities in the site with the planning engineer.
- Monitored quality and productivity on site to maintain project standards.
- Coordinated with adjacent contractors to ensure timely project completion.
- Compiled weekly and monthly reports while coordinating with subcontractors for streamlined operations.
- Follow up with the Municipality regulations for the approval and submittals.
- Starting and Monitoring the Mobilization Period.
Construction Manager
Al Nasr Contracting Company
Dubai Parks
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Developed shop drawings and coordinated work logistic plan to streamline site operations.
- Supervised site mobilization activities, ensuring readiness for project execution.
- Prepared the programs and plans for the activities in the site with the planning engineer.
- Compiled handover documents, securing approvals and certificates from relevant authorities.
- Name of Project: Lagoon & Bridges Detailed Design and supervision for Dubai Parks
- Contract Price: 200,000,000 AED.
Construction Manager
Fibrex Construction Group
Al Rahmanyiah, Sharjah
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Monitored site quality and productivity to maintain high standards.
- Tracked weekly and monthly progress to ensure project milestones were met.
- Developed programmes and plans for site activities to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinate the shop drawings with the design department to be ready for the site engineers.
- Identified project as Emirates National School
- Recorded contract price of 500,000,000 AED
Section Manager
Fibrex Construction Group
Khalifa A, Abu Dhabi
01.2010 - 08.2014
- Administered contract valued at 1,650,000,000 AED
- Managed project for Abu Dhabi International Shooting Club
- Compiled weekly and monthly reports, coordinating activities among subcontractors on site.
- Monitor the quality and the productivity on site.
- Monitoring the weekly and monthly progress.
- Developed programs and plans for site activities, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Coordinated shop drawings with design department, facilitating readiness for site engineers.
- Coordinate with the related Authorities to finish the work.
Project Engineer
Engineering Contracting Company (ECC)
Al Karama, Dubai
12.2006 - 12.2009
- Prepared shop drawings for site engineers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
- Monitored progress and productivity on site, identifying potential issues to maintain project schedule.
- Coordinate with the related Authorities to finish the work (DEWA, civil defense, and RTA) and hand all the required papers and documents with these Authorities till hand over the project and get the completion certificate.
- Prepare the weekly and monthly report and coordination between the subcontractors in the site.
- Recorded the contract price as 550,000,000 AED for financial tracking
- Documented the project title as 'Star Gate' for reference
Civil Engineer
Engineering Contracting Company (ECC)
Al Ruweyya, Dubai
06.2005 - 11.2006
- Documented comprehensive project details for Zayed University to ensure compliance and facilitate progress tracking.
- Finalised drawings and communicated essential information to foremen and charge hand for effective project execution.
- Prepared detailed shop drawings to guide construction processes.
- Contract Price: 650,000,000 AED.
Education
Project Management Professional (PMP) -
Cambridge Education
01-2013
Faculty of Engineering - civil department
Islamic University of Gaza
Gaza01-2005
high school - science section
Karmel Secondary School
Palestine01-2000
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Risk assessment
- Quality control
- Stakeholder coordination
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Client relationship building
- Communication strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Time-management
- Leadership skills
- Creative thinking
Custom Section
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Key Qualifications
- 2003-01-01, Structural Analysis Program, Certificate
- 2005-06-01, Building Drawings by AutoCAD 3D, Certificate
- 2007-01-01, Site Housekeeping
- 2007-02-01, Administration of Sub-contractors
- 2007-02-01, Finishing in Buildings conducted
- 2007-06-01, Employee of the month certificate (E.C.C)
- 2007-09-01, Insurance in Construction conducted
- 2007-12-01, Site Management
- 2008-01-01, Introduction in Safety and Health
- 2009-02-01, Contract Administration (FIDIC 87)
- 2016-10-01, FIDIC Contracts Management and Administration (FIDIC 99)
References
- Khalid Al Rajhi, CEO, Al Dar Estate, +971566668854
- Fouad Sawma, Associate Director, Al Dar Investment, +971503949300
- Omar Al Karbi, Relationship Director, Al Dar Estate, +971508383014
- Mohamed Al Buriki, General Manager, Mubadalah, +971507733677
- Mohamed Kamal, Infra Project Director, ADEK, +971502160021
- Maher Al Sarraj, Director Manager, CCC, +971506116490
- Mr. Nabil Ayesh, Area Manager, DAMAC, +971505592550
- Mr. Issam El Boheiri, Chief Resident Engineer, +971503411496
- Mr. Haitham Bataineh, Infrastructure Manager, +971502491237
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Project Director – Client Representative
Hill International
10.2024 - Current
Sr. Project Manager – Client Representative
Provis Real Estate and Management
06.2023 - 10.2024
Project Manager – Client Representative
Abu Dhabi General Services Company
12.2019 - 06.2023
Project Manager
Chief Contracting Company
09.2018 - 12.2019
Project Manager
Chief Contracting Company
12.2017 - 09.2018
Construction Manager
Al Nasr Contracting Company
07.2015 - 09.2017
Construction Manager
Fibrex Construction Group
08.2014 - 07.2015
Section Manager
Fibrex Construction Group
01.2010 - 08.2014
Project Engineer
Engineering Contracting Company (ECC)
12.2006 - 12.2009
Civil Engineer
Engineering Contracting Company (ECC)
06.2005 - 11.2006
Project Management Professional (PMP) -
Cambridge Education
Faculty of Engineering - civil department
Islamic University of Gaza
high school - science section
Karmel Secondary School