Mohamed Aboubakr
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Strategic Projects Manager with 23+ years of experience delivering multi-site capital projects, complex facilities developments, and large construction and infrastructure programs across KSA, with individual project values up to 1.5B SAR. PMP-certified with an MBA and a proven record in planning and executing project portfolios, controlling CAPEX and OPEX, and maximizing ROI on large-scale construction, renovation, and expansion initiatives. Expert in complete life-cycle project management from feasibility and design through permitting, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Strong track record of leading cross-functional project teams and managing consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time, withinbudget, and aligned with corporate strategy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Projects Manager – Facilities & Construction
Motor Vehicle Periodic Inspection KSA (MVPI)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Successfully managed multi-site construction, renovation, and facilities expansion projects within budget and schedule.
- Directed project management for new steel structure inspection stations, ensuring structural integrity and operational readiness.
- Oversaw CAPEX budgets, controlling variations and validating contractor claims to reduce financial risk.
- Executed expansion and modification projects while minimising downtime across all MVPI sites.
- Coordinated integration of utilities and systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Prepared precise project scopes, BOQs, RFPs, and documentation for infrastructure upgrades and maintenance activities.
- Monitored performance through inspections and reports to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Led contract management, enforcing KPIs and SLAs for construction and maintenance services.
Project Manager (EPMO)
AECOM
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Directed all project phases for Alkhadra Land Port Program, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
- Established a project governance framework to standardise delivery across multiple work packages.
- Coordinated with government agencies and contractors to resolve technical issues and adhere to regulations.
- Prepared comprehensive project scopes and technical specifications, conducting thorough design reviews for compliance.
- Oversaw construction and utilities integration for renovations, maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Managed CAPEX expenditures, evaluated variations, and validated contractor claims to control costs effectively.
- Facilitated commissioning and operational handover, ensuring readiness of facilities for client operations.
Construction Manager (PMC)
Mustang Wood Plc / AMEC Foster Wheeler
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Led multidisciplinary team through all construction phases, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with client requirements.
- Reviewed design packages for architectural and engineering specifications, optimising cost and quality through design modifications.
- Oversaw integration of complex utilities and systems, enhancing operational efficiency across the project.
- Directed steel structure design review and installation, maintaining structural integrity through rigorous quality control.
- Managed construction activities, enforcing safety protocols and compliance with relevant building codes.
- Negotiated and managed multi-million SAR contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, overseeing performance and validating invoices.
- Implemented value engineering initiatives, achieving significant cost savings while adhering to quality standards.
- Coordinated comprehensive commissioning program for all systems, ensuring thorough testing and operational training.
- Mitigated potential risks by conducting thorough risk assessments.
- Conducted regular site inspections for quality assurance.
- Planned work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed within timelines.
- Tracked progress of construction projects reporting updates to stakeholders.
Lead Civil/Structural Engineer (PMC)
Arch-Centre Consulting Architects
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
06.2016 - 11.2020
- Project: Specialized Medical Center (SMC 2)
- Project Value: 500 Million SAR
- Client: Specialized Medical Center Hospital
- Provided technical leadership in structural design and construction oversight, specializing in post-tension slab design and construction methodologies to achieve material optimization and structural efficiency.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary engineering teams (structural, MEP, civil) to ensure design integration, structural integrity, and compliance with medical facility standards and building codes.
- Led design review process for structural, foundation, and building systems components, ensuring designs were constructible and met client performance requirements.
- Oversaw structural construction activities, including concrete works, steel installation, and foundation execution, conducting quality inspections and testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Managed technical teams and coordinated with contractors to resolve on-site engineering challenges and implement design modifications as required.
- Facilitated coordination between consultants and contractors to ensure seamless execution of complex structural and MEP systems in a critical healthcare environment.
- Conducted detailed structural analysis using industry-standard software for diverse projects.
- Attended site visits and inspections, verifying alignment with design specifications and safety standards.
- Guaranteed strict compliance with building codes, regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborated with architects, project managers and engineers to optimise project outcomes.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing technical guidance for skill development.
- Compiled information to obtain permits for civil engineering work.
Technical Manager/ Department structural manager
M&M United Contracting Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2011 - 01.2016
- Managed technical teams for multiple high-value projects totaling over 600M SAR, including Administration Centers for Riyadh Municipality (180M and 200M SAR) and Sports Clubs for the Saudi Ministry of Sports (63M and 120M SAR).
- Oversaw all technical aspects of project execution from design coordination through completion, ensuring compliance with client specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Supervised engineering teams and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Managed quality assurance, safety compliance, and progress reporting for complex construction projects.
- Trained and supervised all stage crew in technical safety procedures.
- Set realistic technical KPIs based on past performance and motivated teams to achieve them.
- Ensured timely completion of projects through effective resource management.
Senior Structural Engineer (Client Representative)
Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2009 - 07.2011
- Provided technical support and client-side oversight for project development, including RFP preparation, consultant and contractor evaluation, and site supervision.
- Managed client interests during design and construction phases, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards.
- Conducted technical reviews and site inspections to monitor compliance with contractual documents and specifications.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams for efficient completion of large-scale projects.
- Managed structural design process, ensuring compliance with national regulations and industry standards.
- Led project teams to successfully complete complex engineering projects within tight deadlines.
- Conducted site visits, verifying that construction matched approved plans and met all relevant codes.
Technical Engineer
ALKIFAH Contracting Company
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
12.2007 - 01.2009
- Project: Boys Activity Centre Building & Girls Activity Centre Building
- Project Value: 125 Million SAR
- Client: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
- Managed technical design and supervision of educational facility construction projects.
- Coordinated with design consultants and contractors to ensure project specifications and quality standards were met.
- Oversaw construction activities and ensured compliance with building codes and client requirements.
- Produced AutoCAD drawings for design and manufacture of assets.
Structural/Civil Engineer
Eastern Engineering Consulting
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
11.2003 - 11.2007
- Delivered structural and civil engineering design for residential villas and commercial buildings.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and building standards.
- Supervised construction activities to maintain high quality and safety standards.
- Produced detailed technical drawings, enhancing clarity in execution.
- Monitored construction activities regularly, maintaining high-quality standards at all times.
- Collaborated effectively with architects for optimal design solutions.
- Utilised AutoCAD software proficiently to create accurate blueprints.
- Applied problem-solving skills to tackle complex engineering challenges effectively.
- Ensured health and safety regulations adherence during all projects.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Anglia Ruskin University
United KingdomBachelor of Civil Engineering - civil
Cairo University
EgyptSkills
- Executive & Project Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Execution, Project Governance, Stakeholder Management, Multi-Site Projects Management, PMO Reporting, Decision Making, Project Portfolio Prioritization, Executive Presence
- Projects & Capital Management
- Project Management (PMP), Program Management, Capital Projects Planning, CAPEX & OPEX Control, Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Contract & Claims Management, Value Engineering
- Construction Project Management
- Complete Project Life Cycle Management, Design Coordination & Review, Permitting & Regulatory Compliance, Construction Management, Site Supervision, Commissioning & Handover, Building Systems Integration
- Technical Project Skills
- BIM (Building Information Modeling), Post-Tension Slabs, Steel Structures, ACI Code, SBC Code, ASC7 Code, Power BI, Utilities Systems Integration, MEP Coordination, Structural Analysis
- Financial & Commercial Management
- Financial Analysis, Cost Control, OPEX Optimization, ROI Maximization, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Claims Processing, Invoice Validation
- Core Competencies
- Organizational & Problem-Solving Skills, Communication, Quality & Safety Compliance, EHS Program Management, Site Safety Planning, Audit & Inspection
- Earned value analysis
- Microsoft project proficient
- Scoping projects
- Project recovery
- Cost control strategy
- Goal setting and execution
- Work breakdown structures
- Decision-Making integrity
- BIM modelling
- Project scheduling
- Budget oversight
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Procurement management
Certification
- PMP Certified, Project Management Institute (2016)
- Member of the Saudi Council of Engineers
- leadership courses
- AI course
Language Skills
English: Very Good
Advanced
C1
Arabic: Native
Master or proficient
C2
Affiliations
- swimming
- Reading
Timeline
Projects Manager – Facilities & Construction
Motor Vehicle Periodic Inspection KSA (MVPI)
01.2025 - 01.2026
Project Manager (EPMO)
AECOM
11.2022 - 12.2024
Construction Manager (PMC)
Mustang Wood Plc / AMEC Foster Wheeler
11.2020 - 10.2022
Lead Civil/Structural Engineer (PMC)
Arch-Centre Consulting Architects
06.2016 - 11.2020
Technical Manager/ Department structural manager
M&M United Contracting Company
08.2011 - 01.2016
Senior Structural Engineer (Client Representative)
Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA)
03.2009 - 07.2011
Technical Engineer
ALKIFAH Contracting Company
12.2007 - 01.2009
Structural/Civil Engineer
Eastern Engineering Consulting
11.2003 - 11.2007
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Anglia Ruskin University
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - civil
Cairo University