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Ahmed ELSHARKAWY
QA/QC Manager
Tabuk,07
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Summary
Dynamic Quality Assurance and Control professional with over 14 years of progressive experience in the oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors. Proven leader adept at guiding multidisciplinary inspection teams and implementing robust quality systems for high-profile infrastructure projects, including NEOM Hidden Marina and Aramco OMPP. Expertise includes ISO 9001, ASME, AWS, API, and EN standards, with a specialized focus on welding engineering and corrosion-resistant materials. Committed to enhancing compliance and operational efficiency through strategic inspections, digital transformation in quality reporting, and fostering seamless communication among stakeholders at all levels.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
11
11
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
QA/QC Manager
Nesma & Partners
08.2023 - Current
- Led QA/QC operations for a $3B dewatering infrastructure project under NEOM's The Line, covering Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical scopes; developed the Project Quality Plan (PQP), reviewed and submitted periodic deliverables, and maintained ISO 9001-compliant QMS with 100% audit readiness
- Directed 10+ multidisciplinary inspectors, conducted over 5,000 site inspections with a 99% first-pass compliance rate, and reduced NCRs by 25% through real-time KPI tracking, RCA protocols, and defect elimination using 5 Whys and Fishbone analysis.
- Developed and enforced ITPs, checklists, and QC procedures for dewatering systems, drilled wells, HDPE pipelines, and booster pump stations; ensured full compliance with NEOM and SAPMT standards through direct interface with client representatives.
- Oversaw material certification, weld procedure qualifications (WPS/PQR), material submittals, project-specific procedures, and NDT programs; ensured calibration and traceability of inspection tools and equipment.
- Designed and implemented Microsoft Power BI dashboards to monitor Civil/Mechanical/Electrical inspection compliance, reducing reporting time by 70% and enhancing decision-making; built a custom database system to manage executed work and improve data retrieval by over 70%.
- Reviewed and approved all quality documentation including ITPs, method statements, inspection reports, and checklists; prepared and submitted Mechanical - Completion (MC) dossiers for client review and final approval; maintained an average Project Quality Index (PQI) of 96%.
- Mentored QC inspectors, conducted toolbox talks and quality briefings, supported audits and surveillance visits, monitored contractor/subcontractor performance, tracked quality KPIs and NCR trends, integrated safety protocols into quality procedures, and facilitated final handover documentation with complete and approved records.
QA/QC Mechanical Supervisor "Aramco Approved"
Nesma & Partners
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised QA/QC activities for Aramco mega-projects, overseeing daily inspections, toolbox talks, and contractor/subcontractor performance
- Led qualification of Super Duplex materials per ASME IX, API 582 Para 11.3, and SAEP-W-16, and prepared procedures for special processes aligned with SAES and project specs.
- Managed over 300 hydrostatic test and tie-in packages with zero SAPMT rejections, ensuring calibration and traceability of inspection tools and equipment.
- Reduced Welder Rejection Rate (WRR) by 30% through JCC tracking, weld monitoring, and targeted training; achieved 25% NCR reduction via KPI dashboards and RCA protocols.
- Spearheaded monthly PQI reviews, resolving 95% of LBE violations within 48 hours and achieving 25% overall LBE reduction through proactive site quality control.
- Coordinated with Aramco representatives, client inspectors, and internal teams to resolve quality issues, support audits, and maintain documentation accuracy.
- Tracked and reported quality KPIs, inspection status, and NCR trends; facilitated final handover documentation with complete records and led biannual management review meetings.
- Supervised installation of different types of mechanical equipment, keeping work in line with drawings and specifications.
- Maintained open communication channels with stakeholders at all stages of the project lifecycle, fostering a collaborative work environment.
QA/QC Manager
Elmahd Engineering Contracting
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Develop and maintain ISO 9001-compliant Quality Management System (QMS), including company quality manual, procedures, ITPs, forms, and document control protocols
- Prepare and validate WPS, PQR, and welder qualification records for metallic and non-metallic piping systems, ensuring compliance with project and international standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of product defects and implement corrective actions.
- Lead internal audits to verify conformity with ISO 9001, initiate corrective actions, and ensure closure of non-conformities,
- Coordinated internal audits for ISO certification, successfully maintaining compliance over multiple years.
- Supervise QA/QC teams in workshop and site activities, including equipment installation, welding operations, inspection processes, and hydrostatic test package preparation for various piping systems.
- Maintain weld rejection rate below 2% throughout the project lifecycle by implementing proactive inspection strategies and continuous welder performance monitoring.
- Interpret RT films and manage NDT procedures, ensuring accurate defect analysis and full documentation.
- Lead the company through ISO 9001 certificate renewal process, ensuring audit readiness, documentation accuracy, and zero major findings.
Senior QA/QC Engineer & Welding Engineer
Arab Steel Fabrication ASF - El Sewedy Industries
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Led QA/QC operations across multiple fabrication projects, including transformer tanks, oil storage tanks, stainless steel vessels, steel structures, HVAC ducts, and refinery heaters for clients such as Elsewedy Electric, Aljazeera Paints, Hospital 57357, PSP, and TR-TECHNICAL (Bahrain & Oman)
- Developed and maintained project-specific quality documentation, including Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), weld maps, and final project dossiers.
- Managed inspection coordination with clients and third-party inspectors, ensuring timely approvals, compliance with international standards (ASME, AWS, ISO), and zero delays in production schedules.
- Monitored and enforced quality system adherence across production and welding departments, driving continuous improvement and minimizing nonconformities.
- Prepared and updated welder qualification records, welding matrices, and performance logs; issued certifications and IDs in alignment with project requirements.
- Inspected and verified welding consumables, reviewed manufacturer certificates, and issued inspection reports to ensure material traceability and conformity.
- Initiated and tracked Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), collaborated with factory sections for root cause analysis and effective closure.
- Reviewed and approved technical procedures, including fabrication, welding, and inspection protocols, ensuring alignment with client specifications and regulatory standards.
- Supported final documentation handover, ensuring completeness, bilingual formatting, and full traceability for client submission and audit readiness.
Senior QA/QC Engineer
Orascom Construction PLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented a custom quality database system managing over 10 million records, enabling parallel work for 70+ users, boosting documentation productivity by 200%, and reducing reporting time by 70%
- The system enhanced control over repaired welds and extensions per ASME B31.3, streamlined NDT backlog tracking, and generated automated welder IDs and certificates-accelerating qualification processes and improving client satisfaction.
- Produced full statistical dashboards for TPs, NDT, and welder performance, supporting data-driven decision-making and increasing overall productivity by 200-300% across QA/QC and site construction teams.
- Supervised site QA/QC activities including fit-up, welding, material handling, welder control, equipment calibration, and joint preparation for NDT.
- Managed welding quality controls such as preheat, PWHT, electrode storage, and compliance with ASME B31.3 and project specifications.
- Prepared and maintained QC documentation systems: VT, PT, PMI, HT, Ferrite reports, painting releases, weld summaries, and welder certifications.
- Coordinated and tracked Test Packages (TPs), compiling welding statistics, NDT status, and spool-wise release documentation.
- Liaised with client for inspection approvals, material deliveries, and report reviews to ensure smooth workflow and compliance.
QA/QC Manager
El-NOUR Construction and Services Company (NCS)
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Led the QA/QC team for the BENI SUEF CCPP 4800 MW Project, achieving successful audits for ASME "S", "R", and "U" stamps with full compliance to international codes and project requirements.
- Directed the renewal and implementation of ISO 9001 quality management system, overseeing internal audits, corrective actions, and documentation updates to maintain certification integrity.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive quality documentation including Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Control Manuals, procedures, forms, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs).
- Developed WPS and PQRs for a wide range of critical materials including P1, P4, P5, P7, P8, P11, P15E, P22, P91, P92, and P10H, in accordance with ASME Section IX and project-specific requirements.
- Designed, implemented, and managed structured QC documentation systems and Access-based databases for both Al Shabab Power Station Phase II - HRSG and the BENI SUEF CCPP Project, improving traceability, streamlining record management, and reducing documentation time by 70%.
- Reduced client NCRs by over 50% through effective root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and enhancement of QMS implementation across all project phases.
- Led the team for project closeout activities and hydrotest package preparation, coordinating directly with the ASME Authorized Inspector to ensure final approvals and certification.
- Oversaw inspection and testing operations while formulating and enforcing quality control standards, applying statistical analysis to optimize reliability, resolve internal and external quality issues, and support data-driven decisions-ensuring continuous improvement, cost reduction, and high client satisfaction.
Welding Engineer
Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company "GUPCO"
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed welding engineering activities across the 7 Helidecks Upgrade, Ras Shuker 40 km Oil Pipeline, and Flare Pipeline Project at GUPCO, ensuring full compliance with offshore and onshore construction codes, project specifications, and applicable standards.
- Prepared and reviewed Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) in accordance with AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, and API 1104, tailored to diverse material grades and project scopes.
- Witnessed PQR testing at certified laboratories and coordinated Welder Qualification Tests (WQT), issuing welder certificates and ID cards based on performance evaluations and project-specific requirements.
- Developed and reviewed Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for welding operations, ensuring alignment with GUPCO's technical standards and regulatory compliance.
- Created and managed a centralized database system for welder qualifications, enabling automated ID generation, streamlined tracking, and improved documentation control across all three projects.
- Calculated required quantities of welding electrodes for each project phase, optimized material usage, and verified manufacturer certificates to ensure conformity with technical specifications.
- Interpreted and validated welding specifications including base metals, filler metals, heat treatment procedures, and NDE requirements, selecting appropriate WPS for each application.
- Supported safe and efficient execution of welding operations in both offshore and onshore environments, maintaining high technical integrity and full adherence to GUPCO's quality standards.
QA/QC Engineer
PETROJET
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Supervised QA/QC activities for the construction of debutanizer tower, heat exchangers, and gas separation units, ensuring compliance with ASME, API, and client specifications across all fabrication stages.
- Reviewed and organized project documentation including ITPs, WPS, welding electrode certificates, calibration records, and material certificates for all equipment manufactured at El-Kattamia workshop.
- Witnessed and coordinated Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) and Hydrostatic Testing for the debutanizer tower and heat exchangers, ensuring proper execution and documentation prior to final release.
- Conducted material inspections and verified conformity with approved specifications and traceability requirements for pressure vessels and refinery components.
- Monitored welding variables and ensured alignment with approved WPS during fabrication of towers, exchangers, and separators.
- Performed visual inspections for all construction stages, including fit-up and welding of attachments such as pipe supports, ladders, platforms, nozzles, trunnions, davits, reinforcement pads, stiffener rings, fireproofing clips, insulation rings, and base rings.
- Verified fit-up of longitudinal and circumferential welds, nozzle orientation, and location accuracy on towers, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers.
- Inspected heat exchanger bundles, cladding materials, and thicknesses for built-up sections to ensure conformity with design and service conditions.
- Prepared and reviewed final documentation packages for client submission, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project closeout requirements.
QA/QC Engineer
Hassan Allam Holding
07.2013 - 09.2014
- Managed QA/QC activities for the EHC project under Uhde Thyssenkrupp, ensuring full compliance with international welding and piping standards across all construction phases.
- Arranged and witnessed Welder Qualification Tests (WQT) and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) tests, recording welding parameters and validating performance against approved WPS.
- Conducted visual inspections for various piping materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, and alloy steel, verifying weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
- Monitored preheat conditions and reviewed Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) charts, ensuring proper thermal cycles and documentation.
- Performed dimensional checks and participated in piping walkdowns with the client to confirm system readiness and compliance.
- Conducted material inspections, verified certificates, and ensured traceability of components used in piping systems.
- Reviewed inspection reports and compiled the final documentation dossier for client submission and project handover.
- Prepared and reviewed hydrotest package documents, tracked test pack status, and maintained control using structured tracking sheets to support timely execution and closeout.
QA/QC Engineer
Astron
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed QA/QC activities for the Egyptian Indian Polyester Company SAE project, ensuring full compliance with client specifications and international piping and welding standards.
- Arranged and witnessed Welder Qualification Tests (WQT), verifying performance and documentation in accordance with approved procedures.
- Monitored welding variables and ensured alignment with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) across various piping systems.
- Conducted visual inspections for piping materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, and low alloy steel, ensuring weld integrity and dimensional accuracy.
- Performed dimensional checks and participated in piping walkdowns with the client to confirm system readiness and compliance.
- Conducted material inspections, verified certificates, and ensured traceability of components used in the piping systems.
- Reviewed inspection reports and compiled the final documentation dossier for client submission and project handover.
- Prepared and reviewed hydrotest package documents, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project specifications.
QA/QC Engineer
Quality master
06.2011 - 10.2012
- Executed QA/QC activities for the Giza North Power Station - Combined Cycle 1500 MW, one of Egypt's largest energy infrastructure projects, ensuring full compliance with PGESCO specifications and international standards.
- Conducted 100% visual and dimensional inspections for all fabricated components at NSF workshop, including steel structures and pressure elements.
- Witnessed trial assemblies and verified alignment, fit-up, and conformity with approved structural drawings.
- Reviewed steel structure drawings, material certificates, and performed material inspections to ensure traceability and compliance.
- Monitored torque tightening, metal deck installation, shell studs, camber, verticality, and alignment during on-site erection activities.
- Verified calibration of tightening instruments and ensured proper documentation for audit readiness.
- Performed sandblasting and painting inspections, including verification of fireproofing paint systems for structural components.
- Witnessed and documented NDT inspections (VT, MT, PT, UT) in accordance with project codes and client requirements.
- Prepared and submitted detailed monthly QA/QC reports to PGESCO and project consultants, documenting inspection results, progress, and compliance status.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical engineering -
Benha University
Cairo,Egypt.07.2011
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Welding Engineering
Tabbin Institute For Metallurgical Studies
Egypt 04.2001 -
Skills
ISO 9001:2015 implementation
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor | TÜV NORD (CQI & IRCA Certified: 18034)
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Led cross-disciplinary QA/QC teams across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical scopes, achieving consistent ISO 9001:2015 compliance and zero major audit findings.
- Introduced KPI dashboards and root cause analysis workflows, reducing recurring NCRs by 30% and improving corrective action closure rates.
- Developed digital reporting systems using Power BI and Access, enhancing transparency and accelerating client approvals for NEOM deliverables.
- Standardized inspection documentation across mega-projects, aligning with ASME, API, AWS, and EN standards, and reducing client queries by 40%.
- Mentored over 25 QA/QC engineers and inspectors, fostering procedural discipline and promoting ownership of quality outcomes.
- Achieved 99% compliance across multi-disciplinary QA/QC inspections by implementing proactive audit schedules and digital reporting tools.
- Reduced NCRs by 25% through root cause analysis and team-wide procedural training, enhancing overall project quality.
Software
MS office
Microsoft Access
Autocad
Naviswork
Aconex
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Interests
Reading
Research
Learning
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Affiliations
- Member, Saudi Council of Engineers
- Member, Egyptian Syndicate of Engineers
- Member, American Welding Society (AWS)
Timeline
PMP® Preparation Course (35 Contact Hours/PDUs)
09-2025
ASME B16.34 Valves: Design & Construction (50 Contact Hours)
02-2025
Safety Principles for Construction Managers | NEOM Construction Skills Academy
09-2024
Construction Safety and Health (30-Hr Prof. Program, OSHAcademy ATP)
04-2024
Occupational Safety and Health Manager (48-Hr Prof. Program, OSHAcademy ATP)
12-2023
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor | TÜV NORD (CQI & IRCA Certified: 18034)
09-2023
QA/QC Manager
Nesma & Partners
08.2023 - Current
QA/QC Mechanical Supervisor "Aramco Approved"
Nesma & Partners
06.2022 - 08.2023
Piping & Pipeline Engineering for Oil & Gas (60-Hr Qualification Diploma)
05-2021
QA/QC Manager
Elmahd Engineering Contracting
05.2020 - 05.2022
Senior QA/QC Engineer & Welding Engineer
Arab Steel Fabrication ASF - El Sewedy Industries
05.2019 - 05.2020
Senior QA/QC Engineer
Orascom Construction PLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
QA/QC Manager
El-NOUR Construction and Services Company (NCS)
01.2017 - 04.2018
Welding Engineer
Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company "GUPCO"
05.2016 - 01.2017
QA/QC Engineer
PETROJET
09.2014 - 05.2016
AWS Certified Welding Inspector "14072901"
07-2014
ISO 9001:2008 Lead Auditor (IRCA Certified: A17044)
01-2014
QA/QC Engineer
Hassan Allam Holding
07.2013 - 09.2014
NDT level II (VT, PT, MT, UT, RT)
02-2013
Additional other certificates Like, Internal Audit, Power BI, Database, Welding Codes and Standard, Leadership ,Data Visualization, Personal Development & Soft Skills.
01-2013
QA/QC Engineer
Astron
10.2012 - 06.2013
QA/QC Engineer
Quality master
06.2011 - 10.2012
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Welding Engineering
Tabbin Institute For Metallurgical Studies
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Mechanical engineering -
Benha University