Hany Khial
Program Director, FIEAust, CPEng, NER, APEC
Jeddah
Summary
Talented infrastructure leader with over 23 years of experience spearheading billion-dollar transport, infrastructure, and building projects across Australia and the Middle East. Recognized for driving innovation, operational excellence, and stakeholder alignment in highly complex, multi-jurisdictional environments. Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams, execute strategic programs, and deliver sustainable outcomes under pressure. Now seeking executive level role to lead transformative initiatives in infrastructure, rail, or government sectors.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Program Director
Nudhum AlOula
08.2023 - Current
- Directing a portfolio of high-security infrastructure projects totaling 220M SAR, aligning project delivery with strategic national objectives and defense-grade standards.
- Developed and managed program budget, optimizing resource allocation to meet strategic objectives.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and support.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional program outcomes within budget and time constraints.
Project Delivery Manager
Australian Rail Track Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw the $14.5 billion Inland Rail Project (Tottenham to Albury), leading multidisciplinary teams across track, structures, and signaling systems.
- Championed cost control, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder engagement at federal and state levels.
Interface Project Manager
V/Line Corporation
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed stakeholder alignment for the $500M Gippsland Line Upgrade, part of the broader $1.7B Regional Rail Revival program.
- Navigated complex interface risks and streamlined inter-agency coordination.
Structures Maintenance Manager
Metro Trains Melbourne
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Directed a $400M asset renewal program, increasing lifecycle performance of critical suburban rail assets.
Interface Projects Delivery Manager
V/Line Corporation
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Delivered construction and stakeholder outcomes for the $450M Murray Basin Rail Project, integrating freight and regional development goals.
Project Manager
V/Line Corporation
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Successfully managed multiple capital works and asset upgrades under strict budget and time constraints, driving compliance with the State's Asset Management Framework.
Compliance Engineer
Department of Transport, Victoria
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Led audits and asset assessments across Victoria’s rail network, contributing to regulatory enforcement and long-term infrastructure planning.
PE/Construction Manager
Kuwait United Construction Management
Kuwait
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Delivered the $24M Discovery Mall project in Kuwait City, achieving program objectives under strict cost-performance metrics.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Infrastructure Engineering & Management
Monash University
Victoria 03.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Cairo University
01.1997 - 12.2001
Skills
Mega Project Leadership
Strategic Planning
Commercial Acumen
Budget Control
Stakeholder Relations
Risk Management
MS Project
Cost Management Tools
Certifications And Memberships
- Fellow, Engineers Australia
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)
- Registered Civil Engineer, Victoria, Australia
- APEC Engineer | IntPE(Aus)
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- Member: ASCE, Kuwait Society of Engineers
Technical And Digital Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite
- MS Project
- Project Controls Systems
- Risk, Compliance, and Cost Management Tools
Core Leadership Competencies
- Mega Project Leadership ($B+ scale)
- Strategic Planning & Vision Execution
- Government & Private Sector Interface
- Contract Strategy & Commercial Acumen
- CapEx/Opex Optimization & Budget Control
- Infrastructure Policy & Compliance Oversight
- Stakeholder & Government Relations
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Crisis & Risk Management
- Board & Executive Reporting
- Organizational Change & Growth Leadership
- High-Performance Culture Building
Certification
PRINCE2 Certification
Affiliations
- Fellow Member, Engineers Australia
- Chartered Professional Civil Engineer & Project Manager (Australia)
- Registered Professional Civil Engineer, State of Victoria, Australia
- Member, American Society of Civil Engineers
Timeline
Program Director
Nudhum AlOula
08.2023 - Current
Project Delivery Manager
Australian Rail Track Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2023
Interface Project Manager
V/Line Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2021
Structures Maintenance Manager
Metro Trains Melbourne
01.2019 - 12.2019
Interface Projects Delivery Manager
V/Line Corporation
01.2017 - 12.2018
Postgraduate Diploma - Infrastructure Engineering & Management
Monash University
03.2015 - 07.2016
PRINCE2 Certification
03-2014
Project Manager
V/Line Corporation
01.2012 - 12.2017
Construction Induction Card (Victoria, Australia)
01-2009
Track Awareness Level 1
01-2009
Compliance Engineer
Department of Transport, Victoria
01.2009 - 12.2011
PE/Construction Manager
Kuwait United Construction Management
01.2006 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Cairo University
01.1997 - 12.2001