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Zeyad Abndajem

Investment, Projects Management, Procurement and Facility
Dubai

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Ayedh Dejem Group, adept in investment strategy and project management. Excelled in driving departmental success through cost-effective solutions and strategic partnerships, enhancing operational efficiency . Skilled in teamwork, problem-solving, and multitasking, ensuring top-notch project delivery and investment performance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Of Investment

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2024 - Current
  • Budget and Cost Control. Developed the Department's annual budget and ensured maintaining costs and expenditures within the set budget.
  • Developed policies and processes for the department in line with ADG's standards and other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Managed the implementation of ADG's investment and business development strategy, based on market research.
  • Led the due diligence, financial modeling, negotiation, and closure of all investment deals, and ensured legal and regulatory compliance of all deals.
  • Reviewed sector-specific proposals for new investments and partnerships developed by investment firms, third parties, to ensure prudent investment decision-making.
  • Ensured that all investment and business development management activities are carried out in alignment with the overall risk and investment guidelines.
  • Ensured prioritizing the business opportunities based on their alignment with ADG's mission, vision, and business plan, market potential, and expected rate of return.
  • Developed and maintained a database of prospective and existing partnerships, and report on the performance of all partnerships.
  • Managed the strategic evaluation of investment and business development opportunities to drive action in line with ADG's business vision, direction, and priorities.
  • Made recommendations to the top management on expansion to different geographical regions.

Head of Projects Mng, Procurment and Facility

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Overseed all projects in line with quality standards and ensured timely completion of all projects within the agreed budget and timescale.
  • Ensured that critical risks are mitigated and that issues during and post-project periods are investigated and resolved by subordinates.
  • Overseed all design management activities and offer guidance in any unexpected difficulties, obstacles, and other problems that may arise.
  • Ensured all property maintenance activities performed by third parties are performed in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ensured resolving all tenants' queries, complaints, and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
  • Ensured the availability of schedules and plans for corrective or preventive maintenance programs for equipment, machinery, electrical, and sanitary installations across all properties and facilities.
  • Overseed all tendering, selection of vendors, and procurement activities at ADG, and ensured supplier evaluation reports are generated accordingly by subordinates.
  • I am part in the contract negotiation and ensured that the financial aspects and impact of a contract are clear to all parties.
  • Identified and recommended successful vendors through reviewing RFQs and RFPs.
  • Identified cost reduction opportunities, Best cost vendor sourcing, opportunity buying, bulk purchases, etc.

Site Engineer

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assembled and assigned the construction supervision project team members, taking into consideration the required number of resources, experience, skill set, Clients' Requirements, and Project Plan.
  • Executed effective site plans and construction supervision strategies to ensure that the contractors are working according to the set procedures, designs, and specifications that were agreed upon.
  • Coordinated with design engineers and provided them with the necessary information, or any modifications that need to be made to the design.
  • Reviewed all submitted change requests by the contractor with the Direct Manager.
  • Ensured that all communications and correspondences with third parties are registered and recorded.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls.
  • I am part of the tendering process in collaboration with the concerned functions.

Education

Investment Certificate -

CFA
04.2001 -

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPPM) -

American Purchasing Society
04.2001 -

PMP -

Project Management Institute
04.2001 -

Engineering Contract -

American Society of Civil Engineers
04.2001 -

ICDL -

Microsoft
04.2001 -

Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Multitasking

Languages

Arabic
English

Accomplishments

  • Successfully delivered a $100M+ project, including the largest NESTO mall in the GCC and a residential tower of 257 apartments.
  • Led the renovation of a 5-star hotel in Riyadh, enhancing its market appeal and operational standards.
  • Renewed the Civil Defense and Tourism Certificates for a key commercial property in Saudi Arabia, ensuring compliance and operational continuity.
  • Achieved an average cost saving of 3-7% across various projects through strategic procurement and cost management.
  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive vendor database, optimizing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement processes.
  • Implemented the YARDI ERP system for project procurement and facility management, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Achieved 30% cost savings by replacing the FM management company while maintaining the same quality of service.
  • Secured additional revenue streams for the group by onboarding a new parking management company.
  • Automated the full cycle of procurement, from purchase requests to contract award, resulting in improved process efficiency.
  • Reduced costs by bringing non-specialized annual maintenance agreements in-house.

Timeline

Head Of Investment

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2024 - Current

Head of Projects Mng, Procurment and Facility

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2020 - 12.2023

Site Engineer

Ayedh Dejem Group
01.2019 - 12.2019

Investment Certificate -

CFA
04.2001 -

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPPM) -

American Purchasing Society
04.2001 -

PMP -

Project Management Institute
04.2001 -

Engineering Contract -

American Society of Civil Engineers
04.2001 -

ICDL -

Microsoft
04.2001 -

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