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Shihab Ahmad  Makki

Shihab Ahmad Makki

Dubai,UAE.

Summary

As a seasoned Project Management Specialist with over 15 years of experience in the Transportation industry in Dubai Government, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any project I undertake. I have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from conception to completion, delivering results that meet or exceed expectations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality of Life Projects Portfolio Specialist

Roads and Transport Authority
Dubai
10.2023 - Current
  • Providing advice on reports and documents related to projects and work plans for concerned parties and developing appropriate recommendations.
  • Participate in specialized committees on reports and project documents and submit reports.
  • Conducting periodic reports on quality-of-life implementations, initiatives and projects and escalating to senior management.
  • Analyse the performance of implementing the quality-of-life plan, initiatives, projects, and action plans regarding the quality-of-life file.
  • Participate in reviewing the work progress of committees related to quality of life at the level of the Emirate of Dubai and follow up on the technical reports of the relevant committees and teams.
  • Conduct site visits to ensure the implementation of initiatives related to quality of life and submit the necessary reports and recommendations regarding them.
  • Conduct specialized studies on new and pioneering initiatives and projects that contribute to enhancing the quality of life in the emirate.

Chief Specialist Project Management Office

Roads and Transport Authority
Dubai
08.2015 - 10.2023
  • Managed high volume of Rail Operations technical projects according to quality, schedule and budget targets.
  • Documented appropriate project plans and controls in line with change lifecycle.
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Assured project documentation followed internal quality standards.
  • Identified and deployed resources with individual responsibilities for project completion.
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Monitored project spending and compiled budgets to develop business use cases.
  • Prepared project performance reports with statistics and newly researched information.
  • Implemented and maintained appropriate systems to enable successful planning and scheduling.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Defined risk profiles for each project and prepared contingency plans to minimize business risk.

Assistant Safety Project Manager

Roads and Transport Authority
Dubai
08.2009 - 08.2015
  • Defined project scope, milestones and task allocation to establish and maintain clear progress plans.
  • Took fully informed decisions by continuously collaborating with project stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with Project team to meet project specifications, solve complex logistical problems and surpass RTA expectations.
  • Increased project transparency by scheduling weekly meetings and recorded minutes using RTA Automation System.
  • Closely monitored progress of project, sharing developments with Safety Director.
  • Submitted performance feedback to RTA Management, keeping project teams on track.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Engineering Management

Higher Colleges of Technology
Dubai
02.2004 - 09.2009

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Quality Control and Assurance
  • Scheduling and Timelines
  • Contract Management
  • Risk Management
  • Safety and Regulatory Compliance
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Certification

  • Professional Diploma - Government Excellence System, Hamdan University
  • Certified Rail Professional, Deutsche Bahn
  • EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
  • PMP - Project Management Professional

Accomplishments

  • Received Appreciation certificate by RTA Director General for exceptional performance to Dubai Metro since 2009.
  • Received the 2019 Employee of the Year award by RTA Director General for outstanding performance in Rail Agency.
  • Received the 2018 Employee of the Year award by RTA Director General for outstanding performance in Rail Agency.

Languages

English
Native
Arabic
Native

Timeline

Quality of Life Projects Portfolio Specialist

Roads and Transport Authority
10.2023 - Current

Chief Specialist Project Management Office

Roads and Transport Authority
08.2015 - 10.2023

Assistant Safety Project Manager

Roads and Transport Authority
08.2009 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Applied Science - Engineering Management

Higher Colleges of Technology
02.2004 - 09.2009
  • Professional Diploma - Government Excellence System, Hamdan University
  • Certified Rail Professional, Deutsche Bahn
  • EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
  • PMP - Project Management Professional
Shihab Ahmad Makki