OMAR ABDEL WAHAB AL-KHATIB
Riyadh
Summary
Senior Geotechnical Specialist and Geologist with over 18 years of extensive experience in soil mechanics, material testing, and site supervision within Saudi Arabia and Palestine. Proven track record in managing quality control for major infrastructure projects, including roads, dams, and commercial compounds. Expert in conducting geological surveys, asphalt and concrete analysis, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Highly skilled in field inspection, laboratory management, and safety protocols.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Site Supervision for soil layer compaction and road works in several projects
Nasser Al Qurani Contracting
Riyadh
02.2018 - 11.2025
- Below are usual activities conducted in work and projects:
- Field Testing & Inspection: Conducted comprehensive field tests for fresh concrete and asphalt compaction, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
- Geological Surveying: Executed practical geological surveys for major infrastructure projects, including roads, dams, airports, and mineral quarries.
- Sample Analysis: Performed coring and testing for asphalt, concrete blocks, and soil samples to assess structural integrity.
- Foundation Studies: Conducted soil testing and land analysis for basement foundations and landscape geological surveys.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Lab Technician & Geological Supervisor
Saudi Lab Ltd Geotechnical Company
Riyadh
10.2000 - 01.2018
- Below are usual activities conducted in work and projects:
- Field Testing & Inspection: Conducted comprehensive field tests for fresh concrete and asphalt compaction, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
- Geological Surveying: Executed practical geological surveys for major infrastructure projects, including roads, dams, airports, and mineral quarries.
- Sample Analysis: Performed coring and testing for asphalt, concrete blocks, and soil samples to assess structural integrity.
- Foundation Studies: Conducted soil testing and land analysis for basement foundations and landscape geological surveys.
Soil Analysis Specialist
Gaza Municipality
Gaza
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Conducted soil analysis and inspection for municipal engineering projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environment & Earth Science
Islamic University of Gaza
Gaza, PalestineSkills
- Technical Skills: Soil Mechanics, Material Testing (Concrete/Asphalt), Geological Mapping, Site Inspection
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Soft Skills: Team Leadership, Negotiation, Report Writing, Creative Problem Solving, Logistics Planning
- Working hard and able to work in different Cites
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training Scientific Programming Training Centre | Sep 2025
- Soil Inspection Course Ministry of Works | Gaza, Palestine | Aug 1999
- Environmental Pollution Program UNRWA | Gaza, Palestine | Aug 1999
SKILLS
Languages: Arabic (Native), English (Good).
Timeline
Site Supervision for soil layer compaction and road works in several projects
Nasser Al Qurani Contracting
02.2018 - 11.2025
Lab Technician & Geological Supervisor
Saudi Lab Ltd Geotechnical Company
10.2000 - 01.2018
Soil Analysis Specialist
Gaza Municipality
01.1999 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Environment & Earth Science
Islamic University of Gaza