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KHALED ALMAQATI

Jeddah

Summary

Qualified Civil & Hydraulic Engineer with 13+ years of experience in infrastructure, maintenance, and construction project management. Expert in concrete repair, waterproofing, and underground utilities including drainage and pumping systems. Proven success in solving site challenges, managing change orders, and ensuring timely, cost-effective project delivery without compromising on quality. Strong leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and aligning execution with contractual and technical specifications.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Hydraulic & Civil Engineer | Project Manager

Dar Al Riyadh – Engineering Consultancy
10.2023 - Current
  • Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
  • Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.
  • Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, promoting collaboration and ensuring adherence to project specifications.
  • Established positive relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders, fostering goodwill and cooperation in project development.

• Providing technical consultancy and supervision on both execution and maintenance projects across municipal and infrastructure sectors.
• Reviewing contractor submittals, technical documents, and site progress for civil, architectural, and hydraulic works.
• Monitoring all work phases — from inspection requests to interim and final payment certificates — ensuring full alignment with contract requirements and actual site execution.
• Conducting site inspections, verifying quality, and addressing any non-conformities in coordination with contractors and stakeholders.
• Managing and updating project schedules to reflect on-site realities and progress deviations.
• Reviewing and processing change orders, scope modifications, and contract variations.
• Supporting cost estimation, planning, and overall coordination with clients, contractors, and government entities.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality protocols, and contract specifications throughout project lifecycle.

Civil Engineer & Project Manager – Concrete Repair

IKK Group – Essam Kabbani Construction
07.2011 - 09.2023

• Led full-cycle project management for concrete repair and waterproofing works on large infrastructure projects, from site mobilization to successful closeout.
• Handled all project stages including execution, quality control, safety, material testing, and cost control to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Acted as the primary problem solver across all disciplines — resolved technical, logistical, and contractual issues related to design, implementation, inspections, and client requirements.
• Coordinated with consultants, laboratories, and subcontractors to implement solutions and prevent delays or quality failures.
• Modified designs, adjusted schedules, and managed change orders to reflect real-site conditions and evolving client needs.
• Prepared inspection requests, oversaw financial documentation, and ensured accurate interim and final billing.
• Maintained financial efficiency by aligning resources and execution with budget targets while meeting performance KPIs.

  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Fahad Bin Sultan University
Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
04-2017

Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Engineering

Technical College – Jeddah
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
07-2011

Skills

  • Project Execution & Maintenance Management – Proven ability to manage full lifecycle of construction and maintenance projects, from mobilization to closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule

    Concrete Repair & Structural Rehabilitation – Expertise in crack injection, surface preparation, epoxy treatment, and application of waterproofing systems for bridges, tunnels, and infrastructure
    Hydraulic Engineering & Infrastructure Utilities – In-depth experience in reviewing and supervising drainage systems, water networks, and pumping stations
    Site Supervision & Quality Assurance – Conducting daily inspections, managing inspection requests (IRs), coordinating with material labs, and ensuring compliance with QA/QC protocols
    Contract Administration & Change Orders – Skilled in managing contract variations, reviewing technical submittals, handling change requests, and supporting claims preparation
    Cost Control & Scheduling – Strong command in project budgeting, interim and final billing, schedule tracking (using MS Project/Primavera), and aligning financial and technical KPIs
    Health & Safety Compliance (HSE/OSHA) – Monitoring site safety practices and ensuring all activities comply with health and safety standards
    Technical Problem Solving & Troubleshooting – Actively resolve on-site construction, design, and coordination issues by identifying root causes, proposing corrective actions, and ensuring implementation with minimal project disruption
    Design Coordination & Value Engineering – Working closely with design teams to resolve conflicts, propose modifications, and enhance cost-efficiency and constructability

Additional Information

• Professional Training & Workshops:
* Engineering Management Skills – Workshop on leadership and project planning for engineers.
* Project Management Workshop – Fundamentals of scheduling, task control, and lifecycle management.
* OSHA Safety Awareness Training – Site safety principles and construction hazard prevention.
* Concrete Repair & Waterproofing Techniques – Technical methods for structural rehabilitation.

• Professional Affiliations:
* Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) – Registered Member, Civil Engineering Division.

Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Hydraulic & Civil Engineer | Project Manager

Dar Al Riyadh – Engineering Consultancy
10.2023 - Current

Civil Engineer & Project Manager – Concrete Repair

IKK Group – Essam Kabbani Construction
07.2011 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Fahad Bin Sultan University

Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Engineering

Technical College – Jeddah
KHALED ALMAQATI