FAIZ SAWID ALSKABRAH
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Chief Operating Officer with over 21 years of leadership experience across power systems, energy infrastructure, telecommunications, and utility sectors. Adept 21 managing complex multibillion SAR portfolios, having successfully led over 120+ large-scale projects including overhead lines, substations, UGC, gas & water, and cybersecurity initiatives for leading firms such as Saudi Electricity Company and Al Sharif Contracting. Proven expertise in operational optimization, strategic planning, cross-functional team leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Known for aligning technical excellence with business growth, driving digital transformation, and delivering mission-critical infrastructure with a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability. A visionary executive with a deep understanding of renewable and nuclear energy planning, and a track record of achieving organizational goals in high-stakes environments.
Highly effective chief operating officer with several years of experience directing operations and facilities management. Focused on employee engagement, quality and service excellence to achieve growth objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
FaizS Al Sharif Contracting & Commercial Development Company
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Execution and oversight of 129+ infrastructure projects, covering overhead lines, underground cables (UGC), substations, gas & water systems, and pre-commissioning.
- Directed cross-functional departments: PMO, Assets, Testing, and Engineering-ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies, optimized budgets, and improved KPIs to drive efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Managed enterprise-wide supply chain, resource allocation, and risk mitigation to ensure seamless project delivery and business continuity.
- Built and enforced standard operating procedures (SOPs), enhancing workflow consistency and quality assurance.
- Mentored senior managers and department leads, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with finance, logistics, and warehousing teams to support financial reporting, cost control, and inventory optimization.
- Maintained a proactive approach to risk assessment and business continuity planning to safeguard operations and assets.
Vice President of Business Development
IT BELT Company
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Led strategic business development initiatives across industrial, oil & gas sectors, identifying new markets, clients, and partnership opportunities across the GCC.
- Directed sales, marketing, and client engagement activities, including lead generation, contract negotiations, and client relationship management.
- Developed and implemented go-to-market strategies, aligning business offerings with client needs and market trends.
- Collaborated with internal departments-finance, logistics, project teams to ensure smooth execution and service delivery.
- Managed and mentored a team of project managers and coordinators, overseeing the execution of strategic programs within budget and timeline.
- Monitored market developments, attended key industry exhibitions, and introduced innovative business models to support growth.
- Aligned departmental objectives with organizational strategy, optimizing resource planning, budgeting, and cross-functional coordination.
Portfolio Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Oversaw a strategic portfolio of 120+ national-scale utility and infrastructure projects for Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), including security systems, telecom infrastructure, and smart substation upgrades.
- Led project planning, execution, and resource optimization across phases, ensuring alignment with SEC's strategic vision and regulatory compliance.
- Managed and mentored a cross-functional team of project managers and coordinators to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget using standardized tools and risk controls.
- Developed and implemented program governance models, performance KPIs, and portfolio dashboards to track execution and ensure business continuity.
- Facilitated collaboration with senior stakeholders, engineering, and operations teams to streamline decision-making and align project objectives.
- Championed continuous improvement in project management frameworks, driving innovation and digital integration in program delivery.
- Key Projects Delivered: 1. National rollout of CCTV & Security Surveillance Systems across >50 substations (MPLS-TP networks) 2. Integrated Physical Security Systems across 18 high-priority sites 3. Telecom Infrastructure (Phases 1-3) covering 900+ substations (MPLS-TP & SACS systems) 4. Deployment of Digital Trunk Radio Systems (Eastern & Southern regions) 5. Nationwide rollout of 100+ VSAT and 27 Telecom Shelters
Cyber Security Project Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Led project management, execution of cybersecurity and infrastructure projects, ensuring on-time delivery, within scope and budget.
- Oversaw project initiation, technical feasibility assessment, planning, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with SEC's strategic objectives.
- Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to execute complex projects, including risk analysis, change control, and escalation processes.
- Monitored performance using standard project management tools, tracked milestones, and implemented corrective actions to address variances.
- Directed project documentation, reporting, and stakeholder communication, maintaining transparency across all phases.
Renewable & Nuclear Energy Planning Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Led technical planning and feasibility studies for renewable and nuclear energy integration, supporting national energy diversification goals.
- Conducted resource assessments, demand-generation balancing, and capacity optimization studies to inform the Generation Master Plan.
- Evaluated emerging technologies and site selection criteria for future renewable power plants across the Kingdom.
- Participated in the preparation and periodic revision of long-term energy plans, including the 10-Year Capital Plan and Annual System Planning Report.
- Contributed to renewable and nuclear interconnection requirements, agreements, and grid compatibility studies.
HV Network Planning - WOA Division Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Led high-voltage transmission planning and grid expansion support for bulk customers including SWCC, ARAMCO, and government entities in the Western Operating Area.
- Conducted load flow, short circuit, and system adequacy studies to identify reinforcement requirements and ensure stable power delivery.
- Developed customized power supply plans with cost estimates and negotiated MOUs and PSIA agreements with large-scale consumers.
- Issued Turn-on Letters and coordinated with planning, engineering, and construction teams to ensure timely project execution.
- Maintained and updated transmission network base cases for long-term planning (10-year horizon), including reactive compensation and system optimization scenarios.
Division Manager - Field Operations and Support Services
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
02.2013 - 04.2015
- Oversaw the operation and maintenance of high-voltage network equipment, ensuring continuous and stable power supply.
- Managed and delivered infrastructure projects, including civil works and HVAC systems at substations asset preservation standards.
- Led multi-disciplinary project teams, built departmental support structures and improved response times for fault resolution.
- Monitored transformer health via oil analysis and condition assessment, contributing to predictive maintenance strategies.
- Promoted operational efficiency and innovation by encouraging technical optimization studies and creative problem-solving within the team.
Section Head - Field Operations
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
07.2012 - 02.2013
- Led real-time operations during emergency situations, system tripping, and blackouts, ensuring rapid power restoration and coordination with maintenance teams.
- Managed switching operations, isolation/restoration of faulty equipment, and system reconfiguration for maintenance and customer outage requests.
- Oversaw substation performance during SCADA failures, coordinating with protection and maintenance crews for continuity of operations.
- Conducted routine substation inspections, equipment labeling, safety checks, and operational readiness assessments including RTCC and annunciation panels.
- Maintained and updated single line diagrams, reviewed new project scopes, and ensured operational preparedness before energizing new assets.
Protection and Testing - Section Head
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2010 - 06.2011
- Supervised protection of 380/132/33kV substations, including energization clearance, fault analysis and system testing activities for restoration planning.
- Oversaw SCADA and telecom integration, acting as standby operational lead for high-voltage substations during critical incidents.
- Conducted factory acceptance tests for relay and control panels manufactured in Riyadh, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards.
- Investigated unwanted tripping events and malfunctions in protection schemes, recommending corrective enhancements across substations.
- Managed the installation, testing, and commissioning of 8 CKT 132kV lines in the Al-Aflaj area, ensuring quality and operational readiness.
Education
B.E - ELECTRICAL
Riyadh College of Technology
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia01.2006
Skills
- Trip Analysis
- Secondary Injection
- Pre-energization Checks
- Power Transformers
- Feeder Testing
- OHL Circuits
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Client Relations
- Contract Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Procurement
- Project Management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Risk Assessment
- Internal Policies
- Safety Protocols
- Supply Chain Management
- Operations management
- Project delivery
- Risk mitigation
- Supply chain
- Cost optimization
- Cross-functional leadership
- SOPs
- Strategic Partnerships
- Project Execution
- Contract Negotiation
- Resource Planning
- Program Governance
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Risk Mitigation
- Feasibility Studies
- Vendor Management
- Project Lifecycle
- Team Leadership
- Change Control
- Renewable Energy
- Nuclear Planning
- Generation Master Plan
- Energy Transition
- Grid Integration
- Energy Policy
- Resource Assessment
- Site Selection
- Interconnection Requirements
- GCC utilities
- High Voltage Transmission
- Power System Planning
- Load Flow Studies
- Short Circuit Analysis
- Bulk Customer Support
- Cost Estimation
- Grid Reliability
- Reactive Compensation
- Energy Infrastructure
- Utility Planning
- Network maintenance
- Field Services
- Civil Project Management
- HVAC systems
- Power System Stability
- Predictive Maintenance
- HSE compliance
- Project management
- Risk management
- Operational strategy
- Supply chain management
- Budget optimization
- Market analysis
- Client relationship management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Change management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- Continuous improvement
- Decision making
- Performance management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Contract negotiation
- Financial oversight
- Cost savings and reduction
- Resource allocation
- Risk assessment
- Commercial leasing structures
- Performance monitoring
- Business analysis
- Product development skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Innovation management
- Instructional design
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multimedia development
- Business development
- Financial acumen
- Mentorship and coaching
- Pipeline management
- Goals and performance
- Systems and software expertise
- Salesforce management
- Quality control
- Analytical problem solver
- Channel management
- Mentoring and coaching
- Customer relationship management
- Work force management
- Proposal development
- Strong sales proposal writer
- Market trend analysis
- Partnership management
- Consultative sales techniques
- Effective negotiator
- Market penetration
- Business intelligence and analysis
- Business service marketing
- Forecasting and planning
- Excellent communicator
- Strategic partnerships
- Data interpretation
- Competitive analysis
- Marketing and advertising
- Public speaking
- Sales leadership
- Portfolio management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Capital expenditure planning
- Project oversight
- Profit and loss management
- Management team leadership
- Active listening
- Team building
- Innovative and visionary
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff management
- Employee coaching
- Multitasking Abilities
- Visionary leadership
- Capital fundraising
- Expectation management
- Reliability
- Commission structures
- Excellent communication
- Board collaboration
- Budgeting and cost control
- Delegation
- Production
- Compliance management
- Business forecasting
- Engineering
- Planning and execution
- Benefits administration
- Marketing
- Long-range goal setting
- Business process reengineering
- Acquisition integration
- Financial management
- Policy development
- Budget administration
- Corporate communications
- Recruitment and retention
- Management
- Executive leadership
- Business administration
- Process improvement
- Personnel development
- Operations oversight
- Logistics management
- General management and administration
- Human resources management
Certification
- Self & Time Management, Riyadh, KSA, 03/03/07
- Electrical Hazards, Riyadh, KSA, 07/11/07
- Power System Protection, Concepts and Applications Course, Al-Khober, KSA, 05/02/09
- SLC 500 Maintenance Part 1 With RSLogix500, Rockwell Automation, UK, 07/01/10
- Protection Systems SIPROTEC4, Siemens, Germany - Nurnberg, 07/12/10
- SEL SYS311: Introducing IEC 61850 Technology, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Pullman, WA, USA, 07/19/10
- SEL-411L Line Differential Protection, Automation, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Pullman, WA, USA, 07/22/10
- SEL-487V Capacitor Protection and Control System, Pullman, WA, USA, 07/27/10
- APPS Protection of Transmission High Voltage Network, Schneider Electric, France, 06/20/11
- Analysis and Protection of System Course, Alstom Grid, Stafford, UK, 06/11/12
- High Voltage Switching Safety, Operation, Dammam, KSA, 02/09/13
- Digital Technologies for Relays, Dammam, KSA, 04/18/13
- Project Management PMI (PMBOK), Jeedah, KSA, 08/18/13
Languages
- ENGLISH
- ARABIC
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- Title: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER / VP / HEAD OF OPERATIONS
- Nationality: SAUDI
- Marital Status: MARRIED
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
FaizS Al Sharif Contracting & Commercial Development Company
01.2024 - 06.2025
Vice President of Business Development
IT BELT Company
11.2022 - 10.2023
Portfolio Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2021 - 10.2022
Cyber Security Project Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Renewable & Nuclear Energy Planning Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2017 - 01.2019
HV Network Planning - WOA Division Manager
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
04.2015 - 03.2017
Division Manager - Field Operations and Support Services
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
02.2013 - 04.2015
Section Head - Field Operations
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
07.2012 - 02.2013
Protection and Testing - Section Head
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
03.2010 - 06.2011
B.E - ELECTRICAL
Riyadh College of Technology