Ala'a Ibraheem Marashdeh
Dammam / Khobar,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in project management, cost control, and operations engineering . Demonstrates a strong ability to enhance profitability and productivity through strategic service development and process improvement. Skilled in quality governance, data analytics, and the use of technical tools to drive business development. Adept at supply and inventory management, with a focus on lean practices to optimize performance. Committed to leveraging skills for continued growth in industrial engineering and operational excellence.
Brings structured project management discipline (PMP®) and applies data-driven performance monitoring to enhance visibility and control. Well-versed in operating within high-standard, results-driven organizations in the KSA market.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Plant - Fabrication Unit Manager
ALUPCO – Aluminum Products Company
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
2023.09 - 2026.04
- End-to-End Operations Leadership: Lead specialized fabrication unit for Geodesic Domes and Tank Roofs, overseeing production, quality, logistics, procurement, dispatch, HR, and ERP operations under unified operational framework.
- Project & Production Planning: Develop and execute production plans aligned with project schedules, resource availability, and delivery milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget execution.
- Cost Control & Efficiency Optimization: Monitor production costs, material utilization, and workflow efficiency, contributing to improved cost visibility and reduced operational waste.
- Data-Driven Performance Management: Utilize KPIs and operational reports to track productivity, identify variances, and support management decision-making.
- Quality & HSE Compliance: Ensure compliance with ISO standards and HSE requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives across fabrication processes.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Act as single point of accountability for internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and issue resolution.
Engineering Project Management Specialist
SAKEN Industries
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
2022.06 - 2023.08
- Project Coordination & Control: Supported engineering and production projects by developing schedules, tracking progress, and monitoring risks, issues, and variances.
- Prioritized tasks efficiently, meeting tight deadlines with ease.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve common organizational goals.
- Managed resources wisely to ensure maximum utilization.
- Oversaw budget allocation, controlling unnecessary expenditure.
Excellence & Process Enhancement Senior Specialist
Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB / KADDB)
, Jordan
2017.07 - 2022.06
- Operational Excellence Leadership: Led process improvement initiatives across manufacturing, construction, commissioning, training, and service centers.
- Process Design & Standardization: Designed and documented processes to improve consistency, efficiency, and operational predictability.
- Lean & Continuous Improvement: Applied Lean methodologies to eliminate waste, enhance productivity, and improve service levels.
- Audit & Compliance Management: Conducted internal audits, ensured compliance with management systems, and trained teams on operational excellence frameworks.
- Performance Measurement: Developed KPIs, balanced scorecards, risk registers, and analytical frameworks (PESTEL, SWOT) to support strategic decision-making.
Head of Business Development
King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB)
, Jordan
2012.04 - 2017.06
- Strategic Growth & Market Development: Identified new market opportunities aligned with organizational strategy.
- Business Planning & Budgeting: Prepared business plans, feasibility studies, and departmental budgets to support sustainable growth.
- Client & Stakeholder Management: Built and maintained long-term relationships with key clients, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business.
- Performance Management: Defined departmental objectives and KPIs, driving performance against financial and operational targets.
Project Manager
KIG
, Jordan
2009.07 - 2012.04
- Project Execution & Control: Delivered manufacturing projects within defined cost, quality, and schedule targets through structured planning and execution control.
- Resource & Cost Optimization: Planned manpower and production resources while applying Lean Manufacturing practices to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Master Scheduling & Reporting: Optimized master schedules by analyzing demand, capacity, and material availability, while preparing progress, WIP, and inventory reports.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Industrial Engineering (Managerial & Economic Engineering)
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Jordan 2004.09 - 2009.06
Skills
- Project Management
- Cost Control & Planning
- Operations & Industrial Engineering
- Quality & Governance
- Data & Performance Analytics
- Technical & Digital Tools
- Business Development
- Process improvement & Lean practices
- Profitability enhancement
- Productivity improvement
- Strategic service development
- Supply and inventory management
Accomplishments
- Project Delivery: Delivered +45 industrial projects (in KSA) on time and in line with PMP-based planning and execution standards.
- Cost & Efficiency: Enhanced cost control and operational efficiency through structured monitoring and performance analysis.
- Data-Driven Insight: Enabled better decision-making using Power BI dashboards and KPI-based reporting.
- Process Excellence: Drove operational improvements using McKinsey-style problem-solving and execution frameworks.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Power BI for Data Analysis – Learn IT
- Management Accelerator Program – McKinsey & Company
- Data Analysis Track (65 Hours) – Learn IT
- Advanced Excel – Learn IT
- SQL Fundamentals – Learn IT
- Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) – LLOYDs
- Internal EMS Auditor (ISO 14001) – LLOYDs
- Defense Technology System – Cranfield University, UK
- Operational Improvement & Excellence Leaders – KIG
- Problem Solving Techniques – KIG
- The Art of Management – Swiss E-Learning Institute
Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Appreciation – ALUPCO (Aluminum Products Company), awarded by the CEO for outstanding contributions and performance excellence.
Timeline
Plant - Fabrication Unit Manager
ALUPCO – Aluminum Products Company
2023.09 - 2026.04
Engineering Project Management Specialist
SAKEN Industries
2022.06 - 2023.08
Excellence & Process Enhancement Senior Specialist
Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB / KADDB)
2017.07 - 2022.06
Head of Business Development
King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB)
2012.04 - 2017.06
Project Manager
KIG
2009.07 - 2012.04
Bachelor’s Degree - Industrial Engineering (Managerial & Economic Engineering)
Jordan University of Science and Technology
2004.09 - 2009.06