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
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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
Jeddah, KSA
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 -