ALI ALGHAMDI
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced leader with 18 years of expertise in inspection, quality assurance, project management, and maintenance, having worked with global companies like Bechtel and Chevron, as well as national leaders companies like SABIC, SADARA, and TASNEE. Managed and monitored over 700 projects, leading teams ranging from small groups to 5,000+ workers. Skilled in planning, problem-solving, and optimizing operations to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on time. Played a key role in major corporate mergers, successfully leading technical teams through complex transitions. Always eager for new challenges that drive growth and innovation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
MEGA PROJECT LEADER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
Jubail, Eastern Province
02.2024 - Current
- Led high-impact strategic project, overseeing site preparation for execution. Managed planning, resource allocation, and execution, aligning with SABIC's growth objectives, resulting in project efficiency.
MAINTENANCE SR. MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
Jubail, Eastern Province
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed the maintenance of six units across two plants, ensuring scheduled tasks were completed on time, spare parts were available, and maintenance KPIs were met—focusing on quality, efficiency, and minimizing rework.
- Led preventive and corrective maintenance operations across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and rotating equipment while enforcing strict safety procedures—successfully completing Two TAs on schedule with zero workplace injuries.
- Developed and promoted five supervisors and two managers, while recruiting skilled professionals to fill key positions, strengthening the overall maintenance team.
- Optimized budget spending by improving task allocation and implementing measures to reduce waste and unnecessary costs.
- Conducted maintenance audits to ensure all equipment had proper documentation, filling gaps to provide technicians with complete and accurate procedural guidelines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
- Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
- Managed daily workflow, delegating tasks to support seamless operations.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to address challenges.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to drive profitability.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT & CONTROL SR. MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
Jubail, Eastern Province
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Successfully closed and streamlined chronic open projects, reducing project backlog from 11% to 2.5%.
- Led and controlled the majority of site projects, optimizing execution to minimize costs and reduce timelines effectively.
- Reviewed and validated engineering studies to ensure accuracy and feasibility before project initiation.
- Monitored and optimized CAPEX spending, ensuring expenditures remained within the approved budget throughout the year.
- Driven change management initiatives resulting in organisational agility.
- Updated all engineering drawings and plans by reviewing and correcting legacy project documentation that had not been previously revised.
- Significantly reduced the delivery time for major equipment, enhancing project efficiency and operational readiness.
- Established strong project control mechanisms across all complexes, achieving zero unassigned projects through close coordination with executing departments.
- Ensured full compliance with Royal Commission and regulatory requirements during the FEED phase and throughout project execution.
INSPECTION MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
Jubail, Eastern Province
09.2015 - 03.2018
- Successfully led major shutdowns and turnarounds with zero quality findings, ensuring thorough scope preparation based on asset history.
- Developed and implemented a new quality system for corrosion mapping, enhancing asset integrity.
- Established advanced quality control and assurance procedures for specialized assets.
- Managed inspection activities for a major industrial complex, overseeing reliability, mechanical integrity, and change management.
- Led root cause analyses with actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence.
- Conducted technical studies and surveys for PSVs and heat exchangers to improve reliability.
- Presented a technical paper on dynamic pressure impact on heat exchangers at the SABIC Technical Exchange Meeting.
- Served as NACE Jubail Officer (2008–2011), contributing to industry best practices.
MATERIALS ENGINEER II
SADARA CHEMICAL COMPANY
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted materials failure analysis, performing detailed examinations and tests to determine root causes of material failures.
- Worked as Materials Engineer II, supporting reliability and integrity assessments.
- Selected for an intensive on-the-job training program in Texas, USA, at a Dow Chemical facility, gaining hands-on experience with leading materials science experts.
STATIC EQUIPMENT ENGINEER
TASNEE COMPANY
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Led the inspection section during two major turnarounds for PP and LDP plants.
- Planned and executed shutdown inspections, covering pressure vessels, columns, heat exchangers, and piping systems.
- Conducted on-stream and turnaround inspections, utilizing NDT methods and thickness measurements.
- Monitored repairs to ensure compliance with company and international standards.
- Reviewed and approved WPS, PQRs, NDT procedures, and ITPs for new equipment fabrication.
- Issued final inspection reports, recommending optimal repair and corrosion monitoring strategies.
FIXED EQUIPMENT ENGINEER
SAUDI CHEVRON PHILLIPS COMPANY (S-CHEM)
11.2011 - 03.2013
- Led inspections, repairs, and NDT evaluations for static equipment.
- Developed flare inspection procedures and updated key standards.
- Reviewed WPS, PQRs, ITPs, and vendor inspections.
- Managed corrosion monitoring and reliability assessments.
- Established training programs for engineers and Co-op students.
- Evaluated fixed equipment and inspected materials.
INSPECTION & CORROSION SECTION HEAD
NATIONAL METHANOL COMPANY (IBN SINA) A SABIC AFFILIATE
09.2008 - 11.2011
- Led two successful turnarounds (2010 & 2011) with optimized inspection execution.
- Spearheaded Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) studies as part of IBN SINA's Reliability Recognition program.
- Conducted cathodic protection surveys and corrosion mapping for piping systems.
- Planned and executed shutdown testing & inspections (T&I), ensuring precise scope definition.
- Performed NDT evaluations to determine cost-effective repair solutions and issued QA/QC reports.
- Reviewed and approved WPS, PQRs, NDT procedures, and ITPs for equipment fabrication.
- Led onsite and vendor inspections, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Executed turnaround inspections for pressure vessels, columns, heat exchangers, and storage tanks.
- Conducted thickness measurements and certified critical piping for fitness-for-service.
- Identified corrosion risks and implemented proactive monitoring strategies.
MECHANICAL FIELD ENGINEER
BECHTEL COMPANY
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Assisted in the construction of an industrial port berth, ensuring project execution aligned with design specifications and schedules.
- Reviewed design drawings for piping systems and verified material quantities.
- Supervised and inspected piping installation, fit-up, welding, and hydro testing to ensure compliance with project standards.
- Monitored NDE testing, welding parameters, and material verification, ensuring quality and safety standards were met.
- Managed QC documentation, site progress tracking, and document control systems to support smooth project execution.
Education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - APPLIED MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
KING FAHAD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS
DHAHRAN, KSA 08.2000 - 08.2006
Skills
- Strategic Leader with a proven ability to drive teams toward achieving critical business objectives
- Analytical Problem-Solver, adept at overcoming challenges and optimizing project execution
- Strong Negotiator, effectively managing stakeholders and contractors to meet business demands
- Results-Driven Multitasker, ensuring timely delivery of complex projects
- Innovative Thinker, continuously improving processes and work outcomes
- Proactive Tracker, ensuring seamless execution through close follow-up
- Well-Connected Professional, leveraging internal and external networks for success
Languages
English
Advanced
Arabic
Native
Accomplishments
Successfully Led and monitor Over 700 Projects: Managed a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring timely delivery and optimal execution while leading teams of up to 5,000 workers safely.
Spearheaded Corporate Mergers: Led technical teams through complex corporate mergers in Jubail, streamlining operations and ensuring smooth transitions across major companies, demonstrating strong leadership and project management capabilities.
Optimized Maintenance and Inspection Processes: Introduced innovative inspection procedures and optimized maintenance strategies across various industries, improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime while ensuring compliance with international standards.
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
- Reading & Continuous Learning
Timeline
MEGA PROJECT LEADER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
02.2024 - Current
MAINTENANCE SR. MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
02.2022 - 02.2024
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT & CONTROL SR. MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
04.2018 - 02.2022
INSPECTION MANAGER
SABIC AGRI NUTRIENTS COMPANY
09.2015 - 03.2018
MATERIALS ENGINEER II
SADARA CHEMICAL COMPANY
04.2014 - 09.2015
STATIC EQUIPMENT ENGINEER
TASNEE COMPANY
04.2013 - 04.2014
FIXED EQUIPMENT ENGINEER
SAUDI CHEVRON PHILLIPS COMPANY (S-CHEM)
11.2011 - 03.2013
INSPECTION & CORROSION SECTION HEAD
NATIONAL METHANOL COMPANY (IBN SINA) A SABIC AFFILIATE
09.2008 - 11.2011
MECHANICAL FIELD ENGINEER
BECHTEL COMPANY
02.2007 - 09.2008
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - APPLIED MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
KING FAHAD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS
08.2000 - 08.2006
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