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Saddam Abu Salem

Al Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

I am a Mechanical Construction Manager with over 10 years of experience in MEP projects. I have managed HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Fighting, and Testing & Commissioning (T&C) works from construction to final handover. I have experience leading site teams, working with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and making sure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and with good quality. I enjoy solving problems, leading teams, and delivering successful projects.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Testing & Commissioning Manager

JUFFALI Airconditioning, Mechanical, and Electrica
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2026 - Current

Speed Park Track- Qiddiya

  • Plan and manage all Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities.
  • Prepare commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules.
  • Coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning, and system integration.
  • Lead ATPs, functional testing, and performance testing.
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality, and HSE requirements.
  • Resolve technical issues and monitor T&C progress.
  • Manage final testing, documentation, and project handover.

Mechanical Construction Manager and T&C Manager -

Juffali Airconditioning, Mechanical, and Electrical Company (JAMED)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2023 - 01.2026

Six Flags - Qiddiya

  • Managed the execution of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting systems from installation through final handover.
  • Planned and monitored project schedules, manpower, materials, and subcontractor activities to meet project milestones.
  • Coordinated with the client, consultant, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and approved specifications.
  • Led Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities, including commissioning planning, ATP coordination, functional testing, integrated system testing, and final handover.
  • Monitored project progress, controlled risks, and delivered mechanical systems on time and within budget.

Refrigeration & HVAC Engineer

Hammoudeh Food Industries Co
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Responsible for diagnosing and repairing refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Developed and documented preventive maintenance programs and standard operating procedures (SOP) for HVAC systems. Ensured the effective implementation of both preventive and corrective maintenance, as well as the operation and calibration of HVAC equipment.

Mechanical Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Design and install ventilation and feed systems for livestock ships, ensuring compliance with AMSA (2018) regulations and requirements.
  • Livestock Ships Construction
  • POLARIS 3 - Almahmoud Tranding
  • CATTLE FORCE - Swedish Management Co SA

Mechanical Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
03.2016 - 01.2019
  • Prepared mechanical cost estimates, reviewed tender documents, and prepared material submittals. Issued purchase orders, prepared shop drawings, supervised quantities, and managed installations. Prepared payment certificates and ensured successful project handover.

Refrigeration Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
10.2014 - 04.2016
  • Design cooling systems (cold stores & freezers), calculate cooling loads, select equipment based on requirements, manage tender preparation, supervise installation, lead commissioning, and reprogram control units.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Power and Energy

Mutah University
Jordan
01.2009 - 01.2014

Skills

  • Mechanical Construction Management

  • MEP Project Management

  • Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Management

  • Project Planning & Scheduling

  • Cost Control & Risk Management

  • Team Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Managers Path - TRACE - 2019
  • Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Design - Jordan Engineers Association - 2014

Timeline

Testing & Commissioning Manager

JUFFALI Airconditioning, Mechanical, and Electrica
01.2026 - Current

Mechanical Construction Manager and T&C Manager -

Juffali Airconditioning, Mechanical, and Electrical Company (JAMED)
02.2023 - 01.2026

Refrigeration & HVAC Engineer

Hammoudeh Food Industries Co
08.2020 - 01.2023

Mechanical Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
02.2019 - 12.2019

Mechanical Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
03.2016 - 01.2019

Refrigeration Engineer

ALPHA Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Est.
10.2014 - 04.2016

Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Power and Energy

Mutah University
01.2009 - 01.2014
Saddam Abu Salem