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Mohammad Waqas Akbar

Mohammad Waqas Akbar

Dammam

Summary

Dynamic BMS & Energy Manager with proven expertise at Integrated Energy Solutions Co, specializing in energy audits and management systems. Achieved substantial cost savings through innovative energy solutions and strong client relationships. Proficient in energy modeling and communication, delivering successful projects valued at over SAR 150 million.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BMS & Energy Manager

Integrated Energy Solutions Co (IES)
01.2023 - Current

Proven experience in designing, developing and implementing energy-efficiency solutions for client National energy Savings Co.-TARSHID

  • Demonstrated expertise in identifying and mitigating energy waste within projects, with successful implementation of retrofit solutions, resulting in enhanced equipment performance and substantial cost savings for clients.
  • Possess a strong foundation in the design and successful execution of Building Management System (BMS) solutions.
  • Experienced in conducting comprehensive energy audits at ASHRAE Levels I, II, and III
  • Al AbdulKarim holding (AKH) - Dmm, KSA
  • Combined Project Values: ~150 million SAR
  • Responsibilities: Conduct energy audits to identify sources of energy waste and recommend solutions, Plan & Execute DFS as per Tarshid requirements, Develop and implement energy efficiency plans and strategies, Design and manage energy conservation and efficiency projects, Evaluate and recommend renewable energy technologies, Install and maintain energy management systems, Provide comprehensive & legacy compliant BMS solutions, Stay up-to-date on the latest energy efficiency technologies and best practices

BMS & Energy Management Systems

Saudi Projects & Supplies (SPS)
Khobar
02.2016 - 12.2022
  • Worked as a BMS Projects Manager at SPS & worked on massive projects such as KAFD parcels 1.08, 1.09, 1.10, 1.11 & 2.07, Ajdan Cinema & Rise, Amaala Labor Camps, NEOM, KFUPM, Schlumberger, SPARK City Admin Bldg,, Defense projects of NFS (Dhahran), PAT (Riyadh), SAT (Dammam) & others
  • Managed 3rd party qty
  • Survey of sites & work with finding to establish material BOQ
  • Conducted compatibility studies of legacy materials & their possible replacements
  • Worked on Designs, Proposals & submitted material, technical, close-out & asbuilt submittals
  • Managed removal & replacement of legacy controllers and incompatible field devices
  • Supervised new systems installation, termination, testing, commissioning & integration works
  • Ensured that these are in-line with current Saudi Building codes
  • Prepared & followed up quotations to the client
  • Managed and mentored a team of 10 members for the mentioned services
  • Scheduling teams' rotation, daily tasks & weekly follow ups for works on site
  • Providing Technical support to site-Engineers & field teams for rectification of faults after execution
  • Managed PNL & service delivery for each parcel
  • Controlled service reports delivery to clients
  • Combined worth: SAR ~65 million
  • Major Accomplishments: Successful handover of projects 2.07, 1.08 in KAFD, Ajdan AMC Cinemas, Ajdan Rise, Schlumberger, Amaala Labor Camp Stage-1, SAT & NFS

BMS Engineer

Karin Technology Company
Riyadh
01.2016 - 02.2016
  • Worked on Lexus Showroom in Riyadh to do testing & commissioning of BMS & integration with Fire alarm system

Projects Engineer

Specialized Electrical Systems (SESO)
Riyadh
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Project Planning, Systems designing, estimation & Implementation
  • Providing Technical support to site-Engineers & field teams for rectification of faults
  • Escalating down sites/ sectors & alarms to factory for corrective & preventive maintenance
  • Routinely created, planned & implemented projects that included new system and upgrades
  • Installation, Testing & Commissioning for the following systems
  • Providing training for teams on all systems & programs on site & in office

Computer & Network Support Engineer

Prime-Mod Textile Engineering Ltd.
Lahore
09.2011 - 08.2012
  • Day-to-day support and administration of network firewalls in a startup network
  • Update firewall rules/policies to meet security requirements, crafting and supporting rules design via systems automation and routine compliance program
  • Firewall policy rule usage analysis
  • Ensure compliance with defined security requirements
  • Re-mediate compliance issues within a short time frame
  • Provide technical support for activities that improve the security posture of Visa's networks
  • Experience administering enterprise IP networks in critical 24x7 production environments
  • Create & maintain detailed network documentation

Skills

  • Strong understanding of energy management principles and practices
  • Experience with energy auditing (ASHRAE level I,II & III) and energy modeling softwares
  • Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and systems
  • Experience with energy management systems (EMS)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • IBMS- Integrated Building Management Systems
  • CPM- Chiller Plant Manager
  • Smart metering & Billing Systems
  • Home Automation Solutions & Services for KNX & Smart Lighting Control Systems
  • Guest Room Management Systems (GRMS)
  • Room Pressurization Control Systems
  • Venturi Air Valves Systems for hospitals and labs
  • Energy Logging & analyzing tools
  • Un-interruptible Power Supply (UPS)
  • Motor Control Centers
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
  • Electrical Energy Meters
  • BTU Meters
  • Water Meters
  • Fire Alarm Systems
  • Nurse Call System
  • Access Control system
  • Public Address System
  • BMS Communication Protocols: Bacnet, Modbus, LONworks (MSTP & IP), M-Bus and TCP/IP, VLAN, DLMS, KNX, DALI, MQTT
  • IoT: Zigbee, Bluetooth and Wifi
  • Fire Alarm system integration
  • Client relationship management
  • Technical documentation
  • Cost reduction
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
  • ISO 50001:2018 Lead Auditor (EnMS)
  • Project Management: Technical Projects - PMI & CPE
  • PMP - Trained CEM - Trained
  • IoT Foundations: Fundamentals
  • Honeywell Alerton & Centraline brands
  • Siemens FX
  • Schneider Certifications
  • Fluke instrumentation
  • Leviton Sensor Selection

Languages

  • English, Native
  • Urdu, Native
  • Arabic, Limited

Languages

English
First Language
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

BMS & Energy Manager

Integrated Energy Solutions Co (IES)
01.2023 - Current

BMS & Energy Management Systems

Saudi Projects & Supplies (SPS)
02.2016 - 12.2022

BMS Engineer

Karin Technology Company
01.2016 - 02.2016

Projects Engineer

Specialized Electrical Systems (SESO)
01.2013 - 01.2016

Computer & Network Support Engineer

Prime-Mod Textile Engineering Ltd.
09.2011 - 08.2012
Mohammad Waqas Akbar