MUHAMMAD ALSHARIF
Saudi Arabia
Summary
Seasoned Project Director / Senior Project Manager with 27 years of experience in delivering complex construction projects across various sectors in Saudi Arabia. Expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams through the project lifecycle, from concept to handover. Strong commercial acumen and capabilities in stakeholder management, contract administration, and cost control. Seeking a Senior Project Manager / Project Director role within a leading international Project Management Consultancy.
Overview
2
2
Languages
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Project Manager
ARCON General Contracting
2021.01 - 2026.08
- Directed multidisciplinary teams, managing project scope, cost, schedule, quality, procurement strategy, subcontractors, risk management, contractual obligations, and stakeholder expectations to achieve project milestones.
- Oversaw delivery of high-value industrial and commercial projects from design development through procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and final handover, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
- Managed complete project lifecycle including design coordination, procurement, subcontract management, construction, pre-commissioning and system completion.
- Successfully delivered a SAR 240 Million industrial project while leading a workforce of approximately 500 personnel.
- Negotiated subcontract agreements that generated approximately 25% cost savings without compromising quality or project schedule.
- Developed innovative construction methodologies that significantly improved productivity and project execution.
- Facilitated project meetings with owners, consultants, and senior management, ensuring compliance with Royal Commission regulations, international standards, and project contractual requirements for successful project execution.
- Successfully sourced specialist finishing materials from 23 countries, ensuring compliance with client specifications and project delivery milestones.
- Built and maintained excellent working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and government authorities, contributing to successful project execution and high client satisfaction.
- Key Achievements
Project Manager
ARCON General Contracting
2013.01 - 2021.01
- Delivered projects from tender award through construction, commissioning and final handover while maintaining strict control over budget, schedule, quality and client expectations.
- Successfully managed multiple industrial, commercial and residential developments for multinational clients across Saudi Arabia.
- Accelerated project completion using innovative construction methodologies and effective schedule recovery plans to meet client timelines.
- Managed client variations and contractual changes to safeguard commercial interests and maintain project viability.
- Implemented value engineering initiatives that enhanced project efficiency and minimised construction costs.
- Consistently delivered projects meeting client expectations for quality, safety and schedule performance.
- Selected Projects
- Baker Hughes Turbine Machinery Workshop – SAR 35 Million
- Baker Hughes CWI Completion Workshop – SAR 15 Million
- Arabian Drilling Company Headquarters – SAR 20 Million
- Abdullah Fuad Residential Compound – SAR 132 Million
- General Electric Headquarters – SAR 60 Million
- Baker Hughes Technology Centre – SAR 50 Million
- Baker Hughes Main Base – SAR 150 Million
- Key Achievements
Project Engineer
ATCO Engineering
2004.01 - 2008.01
- Delivered educational and industrial projects such as Applied Medical College at King Faisal University and Al-Turkey Chemical Factory in Dammam 2nd Industrial City, coordinating engineering efforts, managing construction activities, and executing project plans.
- Enhanced system reliability with rigorous testing and validations protocols.
- Managed a team to deliver high-quality outputs within tight deadlines.
- Optimised project performance by implementing efficient engineering solutions.
Project Engineer
ISAM KABBANI & Partners (IKK Group)
1998.01 - 2004.01
- Coordinated construction activities for Saudi Aramco and Royal Commission projects, focusing on residential developments, gas plants, and critical infrastructure rehabilitation.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favourable terms and conditions.
- Liaised with clients to identify their requirements, leading to customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Conducted in-depth feasibility studies to ensure viable project outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Skills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Project Planning & Execution
- EPC & Turnkey Projects
- Mega Construction Projects
- Industrial & Commercial Construction
- Design Management
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Contract Administration
- Cost Control & Budget Management
- Schedule Recovery
- Change and Variation Management
- Risk Management
- Value Engineering
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- HSE Compliance
- Commissioning & Project Closeout
- Stakeholder Management
- Client Management
- Consultant Coordination
- Contractor Management
- High-Value Project Delivery
- Multinational project delivery
- Cost reduction strategies
- Team Leadership
- Team Development
- Decision Making
- Negotiation
- Conflict Resolution
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Commercial Awareness
- Client engagement
- Extensive experience working under Royal Commission regulations
- Schedule recovery expertise
- Complete project lifecycle management
- Team leadership
- Schedule recovery expertise
LANGUAGES
Arabic – Native
English – Fluent (Written & Spoken)
Major Project
Baker Hughes Global Chemical Plant, Client: Baker Hughes, Consultant: Worley, Location: Jubail Industrial City II, Value: SAR 240 Million, Duration: February 2021 – July 2024, Role: Senior Project Manager, Project Overview, Construction of a major global chemical manufacturing facility comprising administration buildings, substation, steel reactor building, maintenance workshop, drum storage facilities, process pipe racks and utility bridges connecting Royal Commission utility corridors., Responsibilities, Overall Project Leadership, Design Management, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Budget Control, Contract Administration, Construction Management, Subcontractor Management, Schedule Management, Risk Management, Client & Consultant Coordination, Pre-Commissioning Management, System Completion Management, Major Accomplishments, Successfully completed one of the company's largest industrial projects valued at SAR 240 Million., Directed approximately 500 project personnel throughout construction and commissioning phases., Maintained effective coordination with Baker Hughes, Worley and Royal Commission stakeholders., Achieved project objectives while maintaining quality, safety and commercial performance.
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
ARCON General Contracting
2021.01 - 2026.08
Project Manager
ARCON General Contracting
2013.01 - 2021.01
Project Engineer
ATCO Engineering
2004.01 - 2008.01
Project Engineer
ISAM KABBANI & Partners (IKK Group)
1998.01 - 2004.01