Tarek Ali

• Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the planning department, identifying opportunities for enhanced performance outcomes.
• Coordinated closely with operations teams to ensure seamless integration between project planning stages and actual implementation activities.
• Evaluated project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
• Mentored and supported three senior planning engineers and to create strong workplace culture.
• Achieved baseline approvals for two high-value construction projects and maintained on-schedule performance with zero slippage to date, reflecting strong leadership in planning and project control.

• Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
• Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
• Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
• Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
• Achieved project milestones ahead of deadlines, coordinating effectively with stakeholders and managing resources efficiently.
• Effectively led the business unit to stay on track with project schedule (Majestic Vistas), with minor delays formally approved through granted Extension of Time (EOT); ensured proactive coordination with all suppliers and successfully secured the full supply chain for imported materials.
• Maintained full alignment with project schedules across the business unit, ensuring uninterrupted progress through effective supplier engagement and securing the supply chain for all imported materials. (St. Regis Residence).

• Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
• Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
• Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
• Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
• Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
• Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
• Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
• Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
• Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
• Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and regular performance evaluations.
• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
• Achieved project milestones ahead of deadlines, coordinating effectively with stakeholders and managing resources efficiently.
• Contributed to defining and structuring the organization’s long-term vision; led the planning process by assigning targets across business verticals and successfully achieved 85% of the defined goals through focused execution and cross-functional coordination.
• Recognized for resolving long-standing project backlogs by successfully closing 7 delayed projects (pending final EOT for over 8 years), avoiding any liquidated damages and enabling the release of over AED 9 million in revenue.
• Managed a portfolio of 27 projects, with 19 completed within the agreed timelines; for the remaining 8 projects, secured approved Extensions of Time (EOT) along with justified cost claims for prolongation, ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation.

• Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
• Implemented comprehensive reporting system to track team performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
• Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
• Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
• Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
• Achieved project milestones ahead of deadlines, coordinating effectively with stakeholders and managing resources efficiently.
• Managed a portfolio of 13 projects, completing 9 within the targeted timelines; secured approved Extension of Time (EOT) claims with associated cost recovery (prolongation costs) for the remaining 4, ensuring contractual compliance and commercial protection.
• Played a key role in structuring and planning the organization’s strategic vision; set performance targets for each business vertical and successfully achieved 80% of the defined objectives through proactive planning and execution.

Worked as a Planning and Project Control Engineer responsible for collecting site progress updates and preparing daily, weekly, and monthly reports for the Planning Manager. Maintained and updated Primavera schedules and supported cost control activities, including:
Monitoring earned value performance
Coordinating with the Cost Control Manager for tracking stores, subcontractor payments, and petty cash
Comparing earned value, planned value, budgeted cost, and actual costs
Preparing cost and performance analysis reports for senior management

Worked as a Planning Engineer responsible for collecting site updates, preparing daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, and updating Primavera schedules. Provided reporting support to the Planning Manager and assisted in tracking project timelines and deliverables.

Worked as a Site Engineer on villa construction projects in Al Rehab City. Responsible for supervising concrete, block, plastering, and tiling activities. Managed subcontractors on-site and handled inspection processes, including raising and obtaining approval for Work Inspection Requests (WIR) from consultants.

Worked as a Site Engineer involved in tunnel construction and pipe jacking works. Supported site activities, monitored daily progress, and assisted in coordinating with technical teams and subcontractors.