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MAHMOUD IBRAHIM

Sr. BMS / ELV Project Manager
Riyadh

Summary

Experienced Project Manager with 22 years of proven success in the Building Management Systems and Extra Low Voltage industries. Expertise in Automation and Instrumentation systems, ensuring efficient project flow through resource management and business operations organization. Skilled in procuring equipment and supplies, closely monitoring projects to meet production schedules and budgets. Recognized for exceptional leadership, successfully leading production teams, identifying challenges, and providing targeted solutions. Currently Senior BMS/ELV Project Manager for the prestigious Riyadh Metro Project, overseeing Line 1&2 stations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

SR. BMS / ELV Project Manager

BACS Riyad Metro Project
1 2017 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple Metro Stations at BACS Riyadh Metro Project Line 1&2 simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Managed, planned, designed, scheduled phases and supervising the subcontractor activities for BMS and ELV Packages.
  • Reviewed and Coordinated Project Design plans with other trades (Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Surveying, and Architectural).
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Supervising the Engineering, Design, SAT, FAT, Installation, Testing & Commissioning, Startup and Handover of BMS / ELV system
  • Coordinated with Project Controls and Procurement on the Procurement and Subcontract Strategies to be adopted
  • Engaged in Coordination meetings with RMP-Packages 1 BACS- Consultant for design review, document and drawing approve
  • Engaged in Coordination meetings with RMTP-Packages 2 and 3 (FAST and ANM Consortiums) for design challenge resolutions.
  • Engaged in the Electrical and Special Systems (BMS, Tunnel Ventilation, Fire Alarm, Parking Control) Design review for project-wide scope (Stations, Depots, Park & Rides, Tunnels, Viaducts, and At-Grade Track) to ensure consistency among several design centers and compliance with the Employer Requirements, NFPA 130, NFPA 70, and NFPA 72.
  • Led the Construction Works and project-wide design strategy for the Building Management System, Fire Alarm System, and Tunnel Ventilation system.
  • Took lead on preparing engineering design claims and presented them to the Consortium Change Control Board. The Civil-Works JV position, with respect to disputed scope splits, was explained.
  • Prepared project-wide material requisitions for BMS / ELV equipment and material.
  • Prepared project-wide service requisitions for MEP Works and Specialist Subsystems (BMS, Fire Alarm, Tunnel Ventilation).
  • Engaged in weekly design review meetings with the client for comment resolutions.
  • Prepared and submitted value engineering proposals to the Civil-Works JV Management.
  • Supervised site inspections held by the consultant.

Automation System Package Manager

INP, Germani
02.2015 - 09.2016
  • Supervising the Commissioning and Startup works related to Automation, Instrumentation systems and Handover activities.
  • Adapt Automation Systems Engineering for various Process Systems
  • A member of the company’s team, as Automation System Specialist Development Manager
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.


Projects:

- SADARA Chemical Company,, KSA.

SADARA Chemical Company is a joint venture developed by the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco) and The DOW Chemical Company (Dow)

It is an unprecedented undertaking – the largest chemical complex ever built in the world in a single phase, with 26 integrated world-scale manufacturing plants, over 3 million metric tons of capacity per year, and a total investment of about USD 20 billion

There were about 20 ongoing sub-projects and they are in different stages but generally the overall project is in the commissioning phase

Job Description: ‎

  • Led Automation Instrumentation commissioning group
  • Review the document (Connection – Modification –implementation …….)
  • Review the Hard wire connection
  • Fat test for the cabinets
  • Testing and modifying Software Logic according to Cause and effect diagram (using ABB 800xa Software).‎
  • Creating graphic pages display for HMI
  • Supervising Instrumentation installation, commissioning and testing.

Sr. Team Leader Automation Instrumentation Systems

DIETSMANN, NETHERLAND
04.2013 - 02.2015
  • A member of the company’s team, supervising of various Automation Instrumentation Systems activities on site and keeping it running in a properly conditions
  • Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to enhance their career progression.
  • Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost control measures.

Projects:

- BAJEL Power Station, BAJEL YEMEN

Establishing the Configuration for 100 MW power station(4 Wärtsilä Engines each of 25 MW) in BAJEL, Yemen by using Schneider Quantum PLC and Wonderware HMI

· Job Description: ‎

- Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.

- Review Project documentations for establishing proper interfaces with different systems

- Review Engineering designs

- Establishing the control networks and guiding the Implementation of the DCS control system

- Attending FAT / SAT testes with the client


- Mabruk Oil Operation SAT-12 , SERT, LIBYA

Configuration, Development, Commissioning and Start up for Oil and Gas Mabruk Field (SAT 12) at Libya, using ABB AC800xA for DCS + and PLANTGAURD For ESD and F&G system

Job Description:‎.‎

- Performing site survey, client meeting for development the Engineering design

- Assigning resources for SCADA HMI design (GRAPHIC PAGES)., Functional Logic design , Process Alarms List, Reports, Historical Trend Design, and Database software configuration.‎

- Guiding site installations, testing and commissioning, startup and Handover system to clint

Sr. Team Leader Automation Instrumentation Systems

(PONTICELLI / SPIE Oil & Gas) JV, FRANCE
10.2011 - 04.2013
  • A member of the company’s Maintenance team, supervising of various Automation Instrumentation Systems activities on site and keeping it running in a properly conditions.
  • A member of the company’s, , supervising of various Automation Instrumentation Systems activities on site and keeping it running in a properly conditions
  • Conducted team member meetings and updated members on best practices and continuing expectations.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Preventive Maintenance plans using Global Maintenance Solution Program (GMS) at CPTL (TOTAL-Libya) Oil and Gas fields, Libya
  • Leading the Preventive Maint1enance Activities for DCS ABB 800xAProcess Control System
  • Leading the Preventive Maintenance Activities for ESD / F&G ABB Plantguard System
  • Leading the Preventive Maintenance Activities for ECS System (Electric Control System) Schneider Quantum PLC
  • Leading the Preventive Maintenance Activities for other Utility Packages PLC system at site (Allen Bradley PLC MicroLogix 1000 – Allen Bradley PLC ControlLogix RS Logix 5000 and RS Logix 500 - Siemens S7 400 – Siemens S7 300 – VSD – HIMA BMS- UPS)
  • Supervising, troubleshoot, repair and maintain different instrumentation systems
  • Participate in the preparation of full documents for clients requested modifications
  • Participate in creating clients requested modifications after approval.

Senior Automation Engineer

ORISOFT Process Automation S.R.L
02.2004 - 09.2011
  • Managed budgets for automation projects, ensuring resource allocation aligned with company objectives while minimizing overhead costs.
  • Developed custom automation software, streamlining processes and saving time on manual tasks.
  • A member of the company’s team, as Specialist Automation Development Engineer for various Automation Systems
  • Evaluated new technologies in the field of automation engineering, making informed recommendations to drive company growth.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices for automation design and implementation.
  • Streamlined the transition from manual to automated processes by identifying potential bottlenecks and working closely with affected departments to address concerns proactively.
  • Establishing and development of industrial control software for industrial plants using different programming languages
  • Participate in the developing of industrial engineering for automation cabinets and marshaling
  • Supervising Engineering, constructions, testing & commissioning, startup and Handover of different automation systems.

Projects:

- NK1 Pumping station, HASSI MASSOUD, ALGERIA

Configuration, Development, Commissioning and startup of DCS system for 3 Oil Pumping Station from HASSI MASOUD to BISKRA and SKIKDA at Algeria.

Job Description:

- Implementation, testing& commissioning and startup of the ABB SCADA system between 3 Pump station across the pipe line (SP1 – SP3 – TA)(Using ABB RTU560 Software).

- Implementation of ABB DCS PLC’s & ABB ESD/FG PLC’s logic and software.

- Configuring the MODBUS (serial communications) between ABB DCS and other PLC’s Utility units.

- Graphic pages design and OPC Server Configurations.

- Site commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, system modifications and Handover to clinet


- TFT GAS Pumping Station, TFT, ALGERIA

Configuration, Development, Commissioning and Start up for GAS Pumping Station in TFT Algeria, using ABB AC800F for DCS + Tenore for HMI + PlantGuard for ESD and F&Gsystems

· Job Description:

- Implementation of the ABB DCS PLC’s logic and software.

- Implementation of the ABB ESD/FG PLC’s logic and software.

- Configuring the MODBUS (serial communications) between ABB DCS and other PLC’s Utility units.

- Developments and Graphic pages design.

- OPC Server Configurations.

- Site commissioning, startup, troubleshooting and modifications of the system.


- TCO Oil & Gas Field, TENGIZ, KAZAKHSTAN

Commissioning and Site Installation for Oil & Gas filed in TENGIZ-Kazakhstan using ICS TRILPEX - TRUSTED systems.

· Job Description:

- Site commissioning and startup

- Loop testing & troubleshooting

- System startup and handover


- TOURAH Cement–Mills 1A-2B FEEDERS

Revamping of Classic control system for Raw Mills 1A and 2B feeding systems, using Modern ABB 800xA DCS control system.

· Job Description:

- Site surveys and Offer development

- Hardware engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc)

- Panel manufacturing and follow-up - FAT

- On-site system installation and power-on

- Loop testing & troubleshooting - SAT

System startup and handover


- BBK Oil & Gas Field, HASSI BERKIN, ALGERIA

Configuration, Development, Commissioning and Start up for Oil and Gas Production Field at BERBERKIN, Algeria, using ABB AC800F for DCS + TENORE for HMI + PLANTGAURD For ESD and F&G system

· Job Description:

- Implementation of the ABB DCS PLC’s logic and software.

- Implementation of the ABB ESD/FG PLC’s logic and software.

- Configuring the MODBUS (serial communications) between ABB DCS and other PLC’s Utility units.

- Developments and Graphic pages design.

- OPC Server Configurations (using ABB TENORE Software).

- Site commissioning, startup, troubleshooting and modifications of the system.

- Preparations of the I/O list (input / output) and Punch List fulfillment.

- Instructor Engineer for ESD / F&G system (Site Training).

Participate in the Preventive Maintenance activities plans for 1 year on site.


- EMISAL Salt Factory, FAYOUM, EGYPT

Revamping of Old Control System Siemens S5 for a Salt factory in FAYOUM using Siemens PCS7 control system + SIMOCODE for MCC

Job Description:

- Site surveys and Offer development

- Hardware and Software engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc)

- Recreating control Logic from original project documents

- Panels manufacturing and follow-up - FAT

- On-site system installation and power-on of the controller system

- System switch over achieved in less than 24 hours


- KHARG Methane Field , IRAN

Configuration and Development for Oil and Gas refinery at KHARG, Iran, using ABB AC800F for DCS + TENORE for HMI

Job Description:

- Implementing and Developments of Graphic pages design

- Preparation of DCS system Data base.


- TOURAH Cement Raw Mills 1A-2B, CAIRO, EGYPT

Revamping of Classic control system for Raw Mills 1A and 2B using: ABB 800xA control system - AC800M.

Job Description:

- Site surveys and Offer development

- Hardware engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc.)

- Recreating control Logic from original relay logic diagrams

- Panel manufacturing and follow-up - FAT

- On-site system installation and power-on

Loop testing, troubleshooting – SAT, System startup and handover

Junior Automation Engineer

INTELSOFT Automation, EGYPT
05.2002 - 02.2004
  • A member of the company’s team, as Specialist Development Engineer for various Automation Systems
  • Establishing and development of industrial control software for industrial plants using different programming languages
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date with industry advancements and continuously improving skillset.

Projects:

- Al FAYIOM Sugar Factory

Development and upgrading of Mitsubishi DCS Control System.

· Job Description:

- Site surveys and Offer development

- Hardware engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc)

- HMI Software Developing


-ASCC MAGUIN KILN

Configuration and Development of New Control system for a new Sodium carbonate cook kiln: Siemens S7-300 controllers + WinCC as HMI

· Job Description:

- Site surveys

- Hardware engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc)

- Recreating control Logic from original projects documents

- On-site system installation and power-on of the controller system

- Loop testing & troubleshooting – SAT


- ASCC KILNS MAERS & KOSIK

Revamping and Upgrading of Siemens S5 Control System of a Sodium carbonate Gas kiln and a Sodium carbonate cook kiln to Siemens S7-400 controllers + WinCC as HMI

· Job Description:

- Site surveys and Offer development

- Hardware engineering (control system panel layouts, local panel layouts, wiring diagrams…etc)

- Recreating control Logic from original projects documents

- On-site system installation and power-on of the controller system

- System switch over achieved in less than 24 hours (for each kiln)

PLC
  • Compact PLC system
  • Different types of UPS
  • Different Types of VSD
  • In-depth knowledge of data sheets, instrument drawings, I/O wiring diagrams, P&IDs, drawing and specifications
  • Good knowledge of Instrumentation installation, commissioning & QC inspection
  • Ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain instruments and instrumentation systems
  • Review all Subcontractor Technical Documentation
  • Ensure supplied instrument and equipment complied with project specifications
  • Witness calibration of instrumentation, commissioning of the following equipment: Smart Flow, pressure, temperature, level transmitters, different control valves, pressure gauges and Fire & Gas alarms
  • To undertake inspection of vendor skids before final acceptance by client
  • Followed all safety practices and procedures and corrected unsafe work practices
  • Witness the Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs)
  • Responsible for commission and pre-commission activities of all field instruments
  • Carryout functional test of ESD, DCS and SCADA with different vendors
  • Preparing as build drawing
  • Works with vendor technical representatives to resolve equipment technical problems
  • Making punch list, NCR and giving corrective actions to be performed
  • Inspection of cable laying, termination, gland and megger testing
  • Inspection of different instrument installation according to Hook-up, instrument location and P&ID drawing
  • Has a good background about VSD systems (Variable Speed drives) such as UNICO VSD devises and Baker Hughes (CENTRILIFT VSD)
  • Has a good background about UPS systems “Uninterrupted Power Supply”
  • Has a good background about Electrical Networks Systems, Protection Relays and MCC systems “Motor Control Center”.

LOOP WIRING, NETWORK LAYOUT, BAJEL Power Station
01.2014
  • Bajel, Yemen
  • Establishing the Configuration for 100 MW power station(4 Wärtsilä Engines each of 25 MW) in BAJEL, Yemen by using Schneider Quantum PLC and Wonderware HMI
  • Job Description: ‎
  • Review the document (Connection – Modification –implementation …….)
  • Review the Hard wire connection
  • Establishing the control networks
  • Implementation of the DCS system
  • Software Logic according to Cause and effect diagram
  • HMI Design (all the graphic pages display)
  • Configuration for all the stations and OPC
  • Modbus testing between the DCS and the Turbine and switchgears in electrical room

EL SHARARA, Power Gen
01.2009
  • Sharara, LIBYA
  • Configuration and Development of DCS system for El Sharara Power Plant: ABB AC800F + PCP HMI
  • Job Description:
  • Supervision and assistance of the control systems hardware installation (control panels and control room consoles and stations…etc)
  • Installed all network components
  • System Power-on
  • Loop testing & troubleshooting

GABAL ELZAYT Power Plant
1 2015
  • Design, Manufacturing and installation for all interface panels between Electrical room Circuit breakers and DCS system
  • Job Description: ‎
  • Automation site survey.‎
  • Automation Engineering design
  • Fat test for interface panel
  • Commissioning for the interface panel in Gabal Elzayt site
  • Database software configuration.‎
  • Alarm List implementation.‎
  • Event List implementation.‎

Water Pumping Station
01.2011
  • IN SALAH, ALGERIA
  • Configuration and Development of 6 Potable Water Pumping Station from IN SALAH to South of ALGERIA (TAMANRASSAT City) along 800 KM using Schneider Quantum PLC and CITECT HMI, Review the document (Connection – Modification –implementation …….)
  • Review the Hard wire connection
  • Software Logic modifications according to Cause and effect diagram
  • HMI Graphic pages updating
  • Commissioning , Loop testing , start up& troubleshooting

Education

BSc. - Electric Power Engineering And Electric Machines

Helwan University
Cairo, Egypt
01.1996 - 04.2002

ABB 800xA Visual Basic Editor HMI Software Siemens S7 PLC and DCS systems Step 7 (S7 300 – S7 400) Siemens PCS7 PLC, DCS& SCADA systems of Process Control System 7 Siemens Win CC HMI, SCADA Software ABB Plantgaurd ESD & FG PLC systems ICS- Rockwell ESD & FG PLC systems Schneider System Quantum PLC and DCS systems – Vijeo Citect HMI Yokogawa CENTUM VP PLC and DCS System Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC and DCS systems (MicroLogix – ControlLogix) Wonderware HMI Software – SCADA System Honeywell CENTRAL LINE – Eagle HOAK & ARENA BMS System - undefined

High School

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Helwan
01.1993 - 04.1996

Course - Project Management Professional (PMP)

Amercian University of Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Skills

Process Improvement

Project Management

Complex Problem-Solving

Team building

Attention to Detail

Multitasking Abilities

Teamwork and Collaboration

Decision-Making

Staff Development

Continuous improvements

Influencing Others

Motivating Teams

Accomplishments

  • Oil & Gas (Onshore, Offshore)
  • Petrochemicals
  • Water Treatment
  • Cement Industry
  • Power plant
  • Metro Stations (Underground, Elevated, Surface) &Railway Stations.

Languages

Arabic - Mother tongue
Beginner
A1
English – Fluent
Proficient
C2
French
Beginner
A1

Certification

SEC Saudi Council of Engineers membership

Timeline

Automation System Package Manager

INP, Germani
02.2015 - 09.2016

LOOP WIRING, NETWORK LAYOUT, BAJEL Power Station
01.2014

Sr. Team Leader Automation Instrumentation Systems

DIETSMANN, NETHERLAND
04.2013 - 02.2015

Sr. Team Leader Automation Instrumentation Systems

(PONTICELLI / SPIE Oil & Gas) JV, FRANCE
10.2011 - 04.2013

Water Pumping Station
01.2011

EL SHARARA, Power Gen
01.2009

Senior Automation Engineer

ORISOFT Process Automation S.R.L
02.2004 - 09.2011

Junior Automation Engineer

INTELSOFT Automation, EGYPT
05.2002 - 02.2004

Course - Project Management Professional (PMP)

Amercian University of Cairo
04.2001 -

BSc. - Electric Power Engineering And Electric Machines

Helwan University
01.1996 - 04.2002

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Helwan
01.1993 - 04.1996

SR. BMS / ELV Project Manager

BACS Riyad Metro Project
1 2017 - Current

PLC

GABAL ELZAYT Power Plant
1 2015

ABB 800xA Visual Basic Editor HMI Software Siemens S7 PLC and DCS systems Step 7 (S7 300 – S7 400) Siemens PCS7 PLC, DCS& SCADA systems of Process Control System 7 Siemens Win CC HMI, SCADA Software ABB Plantgaurd ESD & FG PLC systems ICS- Rockwell ESD & FG PLC systems Schneider System Quantum PLC and DCS systems – Vijeo Citect HMI Yokogawa CENTUM VP PLC and DCS System Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC and DCS systems (MicroLogix – ControlLogix) Wonderware HMI Software – SCADA System Honeywell CENTRAL LINE – Eagle HOAK & ARENA BMS System - undefined

High School

SEC Saudi Council of Engineers membership

MAHMOUD IBRAHIMSr. BMS / ELV Project Manager