ESAM NUGD
Riyadh
Summary
- MEP Procurement Engineer with over 13 years of experience in high-value infrastructure and building projects across Saudi Arabia. Expert in sourcing, vendor evaluation, budgeting, and coordinating procurement workflows for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire systems. Proven ability to manage large-scale procurement cycles from tender to delivery
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Sr. Procurement Engineering - MEP
Sinohydro Corporation Ltd (China Power)
Yanbu
12.2015 - 12.2020
- Procurement Planning: Develop and implement procurement strategies for MEP materials.
- Vendor Management: Identify and source qualified suppliers and vendors for MEP-related materials and services. Negotiate terms, prices, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. Maintain and update a database of approved suppliers and subcontractors.
- Material Specification: Ensure that MEP materials and equipment meet the technical specifications.
- Procurement Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, quotations, contracts, and delivery schedules. Monitor and ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and safety standards.
- Cost Control and Budgeting: Manage procurement budgets and ensure all MEP procurement activities are cost-effective. Track and report on procurement expenditures to keep projects within budget.
- Quality Control: Ensure that MEP materials and equipment are delivered with the required quality standards. Conduct inspections or coordinate with quality control teams to verify the quality of incoming materials.
- Collaboration and Communication: Coordinate with internal teams (design, construction, and project management) to ensure the timely procurement of MEP materials. Communicate regularly with suppliers, contractors, and team members to ensure the smooth flow of procurement operations.
- Sustainability and Compliance: Ensure procurement aligns with sustainability and environmental goals, when applicable. Stay informed about industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to MEP procurement.
Site Engineering - MEP
China Railway 18 Bureau Group Co Ltd
Yanbu
- Site Supervision: Supervise the installation of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- Site Coordination: Coordinate with other construction teams, including architectural, structural, and civil teams.
- Site Safety: Ensure that all MEP construction activities are performed safely and in compliance with site safety regulations.
- MEP Installation Oversight: Oversee the installation of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- MEP Quality Control: Ensure that all MEP systems are installed to the required quality standards.
- MEP Testing and Commissioning: Conduct testing and commissioning of MEP systems to ensure that they are functioning correctly.
- As-Built Drawings: Prepare as-built drawings to reflect any changes made to the MEP systems during installation.
- Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve problems related to MEP installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot MEP systems to identify and resolve issues.
- Root Cause Analysis: Conduct root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes of problems and implement corrective actions.
Site Engineering - HVAC
Mitsubishi Electric-Autorider
Khartoum
- Site Supervision: Supervise the installation of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- Site Coordination: Coordinate with other construction teams, including architectural, structural, and civil teams.
- Site Safety: Ensure that all MEP construction activities are performed safely and in compliance with site safety regulations.
- MEP Installation Oversight: Oversee the installation of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- MEP Quality Control: Ensure that all MEP systems are installed to the required quality standards.
- MEP Testing and Commissioning: Conduct testing and commissioning of MEP systems to ensure that they are functioning correctly.
- As-Built Drawings: Prepare as-built drawings to reflect any changes made to the MEP systems during installation.
- Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve problems related to MEP installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot MEP systems to identify and resolve issues.
- Root Cause Analysis: Conduct root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes of problems and implement corrective actions.
Sr. Procurement Engineer
China Railway Construction Corporation Limited CRCC
Riyadh
08.2020 - Current
- Analyze project requirements and identify key technical and commercial aspects.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, timelines, and tender documents.
- Collaborate with the sales team to understand client needs and develop technical & Commercial proposals.
- Review contract terms and conditions and make recommendations.
- Participate in tender evaluation meetings and negotiate with clients.
- Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, and legal requirements.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market trends, competitors, and industry developments.
- Support the project management team in the handover of successful tenders.
- Perform Quantity QS from Bidding Drawing.
- Rising Technical Query -TQ-that related To Mechanical System.
- Contract Review and analyze contract terms and conditions, providing recommendations to ensure.
- Led procurement initiatives to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed and implemented sourcing strategies for critical materials and services.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project requirements and timelines.
- Evaluated supplier performance, conducting audits and managing relationships for continuous improvement.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and process enhancements.
- Mentored junior procurement engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Streamlined procurement processes through the adoption of advanced e-sourcing tools and technologies.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms while maintaining quality standards.
- Spearheaded contract negotiations with suppliers, securing favorable terms that translated into significant cost reductions for the company.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for cost savings in the procurement process.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to align procurement objectives with overall business goals and priorities.
- Coordinated closely with engineering teams to develop detailed technical specifications for new products, ensuring accurate representation in vendor quotations and proposals.
- Developed comprehensive cost models to support data-driven decision-making during supplier negotiations.
- Implemented an e-procurement system to streamline the purchasing process, resulting in increased transparency, efficiency, and cost savings.
- Evaluated vendor performance using scorecards and metrics, leading to improved quality assurance across all purchased materials.
- Trained junior engineers on procurement best practices, contributing to the development of a highly skilled team of professionals capable of driving continuous improvements in purchasing efficiency.
- Developed robust procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Established long-term partnerships with key suppliers, fostering collaborative relationships that resulted in mutual benefit and growth opportunities.
- Streamlined supply chain operations with the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
- Drove cost savings initiatives by consolidating supplier base, optimizing order quantities, and leveraging volume discounts where possible.
- Reduced costs and lead times for key projects through effective negotiation with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Enhanced risk management strategies by identifying potential bottlenecks in the supply chain and taking corrective action.
- Implemented inventory control systems to optimize stock levels, reducing excess inventory costs and ensuring product availability when needed.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing procurement processes, identifying areas for optimization, and implementing changes accordingly.
- Improved supplier performance by conducting regular audits, evaluations, and feedback sessions.
- Managed cross-functional teams to achieve on-time delivery of critical components for high-profile projects.
- Optimized procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management practices.
- Negotiated vendor payment terms and contract conditions to meet aggressive production and cost requirements.
- Implemented improvement initiatives to achieve inventory cost reductions and raw material delivery precision.
- Approved requisitions, placed purchase orders and expedited goods and services to meet Just In Time (JIT) inventory controls.
- Provided Requests for Information (RFIs) to potential suppliers for quotations on desired requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline procurement process.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
- Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Evaluated and reviewed procurement documents and participated in facility inspections.
- Established reliable, cost-effective supply sources to support full production of [Type] product lines.
- Developed division business plan to support corporate goals for total inventory, turn rates and aged inventory.
- Maintains partnerships with whole supply chain to drive regular performance reviews against quality, cost and delivery.
- Created monthly and quarterly budget reports comparing projected costs with actual performance.
- Developed controls and systems to assure results of purchased products meet supplier quality performance.
- Created specifications and performance test requirements to facilitate procurement of [Type] material and equipment.
- Collaborated with operations services procurement peers for company-wide sourcing events, systems and initiatives.
Education
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF JUBA
01.2010
Skills
- Engineering design
- Technical specifications
- Supply chain management
- Negotiation
- Compliance Assurance
- Cost analysis
- Sustainability
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Contract management
- Safety Awareness
- Technical Data Interpretation
- Progress Monitoring
- Schematic Understanding
- Building and Construction
- Process Improvement
- Quality Control
- Material Knowledge
- Detailing and Craftsmanship
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
Certification
- SCE Certified, 281527, Mechanical
- Council of Procurement & Supply Chain Certified, CPSCP Certified
- 6 Sigma White Belt Certified, SSWB Certified
- 6 Sigma Yellow Belt Certified, SSYB Certified
- OSHA Safety Certificate
- OSHA Safety Certificate - Managing Health & Safety in Construction
- Risk Management Certified, International Business Management Institute
- Construction Ethics and Compliance, 2025-08-16
Accomplishments
- Achieved 15% cost savings across MEP procurement packages through strategic vendor negotiations and value engineering.
- Delivered long-lead MEP materials 20% ahead of schedule for the Jeddah Central Stadium project, preventing critical path delays.
- Led procurement for Royal Commission projects, ensuring 100% compliance with RCY technical material specifications and approval processes.
- Spearheaded vendor localization efforts to align with local content.
Affiliations
Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, 2016-02-11
External Portfolio
https://www.linkedin.com/in/esam-nugd-crcc-office-riydah-cpscp-ssyb%E2%80%AC%E2%80%8F829600123/
Timeline
Sr. Procurement Engineer
China Railway Construction Corporation Limited CRCC
08.2020 - Current
Sr. Procurement Engineering - MEP
Sinohydro Corporation Ltd (China Power)
12.2015 - 12.2020
B.Sc. - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF JUBA
Site Engineering - MEP
China Railway 18 Bureau Group Co Ltd
Site Engineering - HVAC
Mitsubishi Electric-Autorider
Personal Information
- Title: Sr. MEP PROCUREMENT ENGINEERING
- ID Type: Membership ID
- ID Number: 281527