Khalil Sleiman
Khobar
Summary
Dynamic Contract Specialist and Estimator Engineer with proven expertise at Gulf Consult for Soil and Material Company. Skilled in contract administration and cost estimation, I excel in managing complex projects while ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Adept at fostering collaboration among teams, I drive successful outcomes through strategic negotiation and technical reporting. Detail-oriented Contract Specialist with expertise in contract administration, cost estimation, and geotechnical engineering. Proven ability to manage complex projects, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks while enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Specialist | Estimator Engineer
Gulf Consult for Soil and Material Company
09.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and administered contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, company policies, and client requirements.
- Prepared, evaluated, and processed variations, claims, and change orders in coordination with project teams.
- Analyzed tender and contract documents to identify commercial risks, obligations, and opportunities.
- Managed payment applications, certifications, and contract-related correspondence with clients and subcontractors.
- Coordinated with legal, technical, and commercial teams to resolve contractual issues and disputes.
- Maintained accurate contract records, logs, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Supported contract negotiations and post-award commercial discussions.
Site Engineer - Infrastructure
Homan Engineering Company Limited SARL
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted the Project Manager in implementing construction activities according to approved plans and schedules.
- Supervised skilled and unskilled labor to ensure quality, productivity, and timely completion of works.
- Coordinated daily with consultants and subcontractors to maintain high construction standards.
- Prepared daily and monthly progress reports.
- Managed reinstatement and asphalt works.
- Attended monthly progress meetings with consultants.
- Ensured compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans and CESMP requirements.
- Monitored quality control to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Project: Rehabilitation of Selected Road Links in Lebanon (Tripoli & Koura)
- Client: Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) - Lebanon
- Consultant: Dar Al-Handasah (Shair and Partners)
- Project Value: USD 6.44 Million (World Bank Funded)
- Scope: Rehabilitation of 34 km of existing roads, including upgrades to drainage systems, underground services (water and sewer), and road lighting.
Trainee - Site & Office Engineer (Geotechnical)
Gulf Consult for Soil and Material Company
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in geotechnical site investigations including borehole drilling and Standard Penetration Tests (SPT) in accordance with ASTM D420.
- Conducted laboratory soil tests such as Sieve Analysis, Atterberg Limits, and Proctor Compaction Tests.
- Gained practical knowledge of geotechnical testing procedures, standards, and reporting requirements.
- Analyzed field and laboratory test data and contributed to the preparation of final geotechnical reports.
- Supported office engineering tasks including documentation and invoice preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Lebanon01.2024
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Lebanon01.2023
Skills
- Civil Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Soil Testing
- Technical Reporting
- ASTM Standards
- Cost Estimation & Budgeting
- Contract Administration & Management
- FIDIC Contracts (Red, Yellow Books)
- Bill of Quantities (BOQ) Preparation
- Payment Certificates & Invoicing
- Tender Analysis & Bid Evaluation
- Quantity Take-Offs
- Cost Control & Forecasting
- Value Engineering
- Subcontractor & Supplier Pricing Analysis
- Technical Proposal Preparation
- Estimation Software & Spreadsheets (Excel)
- Understanding of Geotechnical, Soil & Material Testing Works
- Saudi Contracting & Regulatory Compliance
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) /MS Word & PowerPoint
- AutoCAD (2D)
- ETABS
- SAFE
- S-Concrete
- Settle 3D
- Pile Integrity Test Software
- Revit
- Geographic Information Systems (Advanced)
- C
- Primavera P6 / MS Project (basic coordination)
- ERP / Contract Management Systems
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Languages
- Arabic
- French
- English, Fluent (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
- Arabic, Fluent (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
- French, Fluent (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
Timeline
Contract Specialist | Estimator Engineer
Gulf Consult for Soil and Material Company
09.2024 - Current
Site Engineer - Infrastructure
Homan Engineering Company Limited SARL
01.2023 - 09.2024
Trainee - Site & Office Engineer (Geotechnical)
Gulf Consult for Soil and Material Company
10.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand