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Eng. MUAYAD ALRASHED

Eng. MUAYAD ALRASHED

Khobar,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in visionary planning and architectural and urban design. Demonstrates exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, coupled with effective communication and excellent negotiation abilities. Proven track record in problem solving, flexibility in thinking and tactics, and agility in change management. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive innovative solutions and sustainable growth within the industry.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certification

Work history

Business Development Specialist

Saudi Water Authority
Khobar, Eastern Province
11.2024 - 07.2025
  • Company Overview: Saudi Water Authority – SWA

• Supported project managers in planning, scheduling, and executing projects in line with PMO standards.

• Maintained and updated project dashboards, progress reports, and KPIs.

• Assisted in the preparation of project charters, risk registers, and stakeholder matrices.

• Ensured compliance with project governance and documentation standards.

• Facilitated weekly status meetings and tracked deliverables using MS Project and Power PI Report.

  • Coordinated project timelines to ensure timely delivery of services or products.
  • Collaborated with various departments for seamless execution of projects.
  • Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis for improved strategic planning.

Director of Engineering Department

Water Technologies Innovation Institute & Research Advancement
Jubail, Eastern Province
04.2022 - 11.2024
  • Company Overview: Saudi Water Authority – SWA
  • Led strategy refresh efforts to align with Vision 2030 and associated national programs.
  • Oversaw the implementation of research and innovation frameworks.
  • Managed and monitored ongoing research projects across departments.
  • Spearheaded the integration of AI and emerging technologies within pilot plant operations.
  • Directed infrastructure development initiatives for advanced research facilities.
  • Initiated and expanded research partnerships with key stakeholders and authorities.
  • Saudi Water Authority – SWA
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive project progression.
  • Implemented strategic engineering plans to strengthen company's market position.
  • Delivered high-quality engineering solutions by managing a talented team of engineers.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.

Director of Strategic Planning Department

Saudi Water Authority
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
01.2019 - 04.2022
  • Company Overview: SWA
  • Directed corporate performance and strategic planning operations.
  • Led a full strategic overhaul for SWA to align with Vision 2030.
  • Translated corporate strategy into actionable yearly plans and priorities.
  • Advised senior management on national committee briefings and international commitments.
  • Supervised long-term budgeting and transformation projects (2021–2026).
  • Developed internal strategy execution systems and performance dashboards.
  • Championed efficiency initiatives, leading SWA to national recognition for operational spending.
  • SWA
  • Championed change initiatives within the organisation for streamlined operations.
  • Drove process improvements, optimised workflow efficiency.
  • Introduced new marketing campaigns, boosted brand image.
  • Instituted cost control measures, mitigated financial risk.
  • Oversaw financial planning, ensured fiscal stability of the organisation.
  • Led team to streamline operations by implementing new strategies.
  • Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.
  • Designed business strategies to obtain short and long-term goals for company.
  • Built key stakeholder relationships to facilitate business growth.
  • Established and monitored key performance indicators, gauging organisational success.
  • Provided strategic insights for informed decision-making to board of directors.
  • Maintained organisational compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
  • Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
  • Set strategic plans to govern functioning of SWCC plants operations.

Head of Planning and Projects in Pilot Plant

Desalination Technologies Research Institute
Jubail, Eastern Province
04.2013 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Saline Water Conversion Corporation – SWCC
  • Supervised technical and engineering specifications for research projects.
  • Developed operating and maintenance systems within the pilot plant.
  • Managed facilities and rehabilitated research unit sites.
  • Led the Desalination Oasis Project, including engineering oversight.
  • Streamlined data collection and reporting using automated Excel templates.
  • Saline Water Conversion Corporation – SWCC

Audit Engineer – Corporate Banking

Riyadh Bank
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
03.2012 - 04.2013
  • Company Overview: KSA
  • Supervised bank-funded client projects and prepared related engineering reports.
  • Providing engineering and technical recommendations to higher authorities.
  • KSA
  • Delivered cost-effective solutions for complex engineering problems.
  • Conducted regular site visits to oversee construction process and progress.

Internship – Engineering Trainee

Saudi Arabia
Dhahran, Eastern Province
07.2007 - 07.2007
  • Drafted technical drawings, ensuring accuracy and detail.
  • Undertook comprehensive risk assessments before initiating any new work activity.
  • Utilised CAD software to create detailed 3D models of proposed engineering solutions.
  • Increased efficiency by performing routine maintenance on engineering equipment.

Education

Master Degree - Project Management

Teesside University, UK
09.2009 - 09.2011
  • Graduate with B Degree.
  • Thesis: Reasons for Change Management in Saudi Projects.
  • Coursework in Project Management Principles & Planning, Time and Cost Management, Risk and Quality Management, Resource and Team Management, and Project Methodologies & Ethics.


Bachelor Degree - Architecture Science

King Faisal University, Dammam, Eastern Province
08.2004 - 06.2009
  • Earned an Honor Degree by making the Dean's List.
  • GPA: 3.4 / 4

Skills

  • Visionary Planning
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Flexibility in Thinking and Tactics
  • Effective Communication
  • Excellent Negotiation Skills
  • Agility and Change Management
  • Architectural and Urban Design

Certification

  • Microsoft Project, Oxford University, 2015-03-01
  • Value Engineering, 30 Training Hours, 2017-07-01
  • Strategy & Business Planning Professional, The KPI Institute, 2021-11-01
  • Innovation Professional (CINP), Riyadh, 2022-12-01

Custom Section

  • Desalination Oasis Project, 2018-2019, Managed project scope, engineering specs, and delivery.
  • SWCC Strategy Refreshment, 2021, Ensured full alignment between national programs and internal strategy.
  • National Transformation Initiatives, 2021, Led 4 major initiatives with international coordination and benchmarking.
  • DTRI Strategy Makeover, 2022, Guided strategic overhaul with a focus on innovation and investment.

Training

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 35 Training Hours, 2013-09-01
  • Construction Site Management and Supervision, Dubai, 2013-02-01
  • Planning and Scheduling Maintenance Operations, Riyadh, 2014-04-01
  • TRIZ for Creative Problem Solving, 2014-05-01
  • Total Plant Reliability Management, 30 Training Hours, 2017-04-01
  • Fault Analysis in Electrical Networks, 30 Training Hours, 2018-10-01

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

Timeline

Business Development Specialist - Saudi Water Authority
11.2024 - 07.2025
Director of Engineering Department - Water Technologies Innovation Institute & Research Advancement
04.2022 - 11.2024
Director of Strategic Planning Department - Saudi Water Authority
01.2019 - 04.2022
Head of Planning and Projects in Pilot Plant - Desalination Technologies Research Institute
04.2013 - 01.2019
Audit Engineer – Corporate Banking - Riyadh Bank
03.2012 - 04.2013
Teesside University - Master Degree, Project Management
09.2009 - 09.2011
Internship – Engineering Trainee - Saudi Arabia
07.2007 - 07.2007
King Faisal University - Bachelor Degree, Architecture Science
08.2004 - 06.2009
Eng. MUAYAD ALRASHED