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Sami Saab

Sami Saab

Ad Doha

Summary

  • Accomplished Project Director with over 20 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure project management.
  • Proven expertise in leading large-scale roadworks, infrastructure projects.
  • Skilled in managing multidisciplinary teams, optimizing project workflows, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with a strong track record of achieving client satisfaction.
  • A proactive and adaptable professional with extensive experience in civil engineering, specializing in road works and infrastructure projects.
  • Skilled in negotiation, leadership, task management, conflict resolution, and quality management.
  • Holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification along with other relevant licenses and certifications.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Director

Al Jaber Engineering
02.2023 - Current
  • Project: Construction of West Bay North Development – Park, and Roads.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: UNII Design.
  • Project value: 633,812,826 QAR.

Professional Experience:

  • Assisted in construction of West Bay North development including park and roads.
  • Supported project implementation by collaborating with Ashghal and Uni Design.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
  • Acted as main point of contact for project queries, issues, process information and other matters as required by clients or employees.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders across various departments to align project objectives with organisational goals.
  • Prepared statements detailing operational detail and key performance indicators.
  • Managed project budgets, tracking expenditures and implementing cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
  • Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
  • Set accurate budgets based on historical data and forecasted trends to keep operations financially sound.
  • Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Monitored project progress, adjusting plans and resources as necessary to achieve objectives.
  • Conducted regular project reviews and reports for senior management, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
  • Resolved project conflicts and challenges through effective problem-solving and negotiation techniques.
  • Acted as first point of call for queries around deliverables and problem solving to maintain smooth running operations.
  • Managed project team, coordinating contractor activities to execute projects under-budget and within strict deadlines.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
  • Coordinated with clients to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, fostering strong relationships.
  • Facilitated communication between project stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  • Managed organisational resources to meet administrative and operational needs whilst adhering to budgetary guidelines and meeting quality and schedule demands.
  • Delivered status reports to stakeholders for budgeting and planning purposes.
  • Achieved desired results by monitoring project progress, anticipating potential bottlenecks and implementing preventative action.
  • Monitored costs, timescales and resources used to achieve project success.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to minimise project delays and cost overruns.
  • Analysed project outcomes and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement in future initiatives.
  • Supervised supply purchases, management and tracking in line with budgetary requirements.
  • Tracked costs and expenses for analysis against original budget, strengthening internal cost controls.
  • Controlled expenses by improving resource allocation, resulting in improved efficiency and cost-control.
  • Led project scope development with estimates, budgets and schedules to plan successful projects.
  • Led cross-functional teams in the delivery of high-profile projects, meeting strict deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Oversaw quality control processes throughout project lifecycles, maintaining high standards of delivery.
  • Conducted post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and inform continuous improvement efforts.

Project Director

JH Construction W.L.L
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • Project: Interim improvement of the B-Ring Road.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: Ital Consult.
  • Project value: 471,845,344 QAR.

Projects Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Review staff recommendations, and prepare reports on the most beneficial ideas.
  • Manage and review contracts to identify and rectify discrepancies.
  • Monitor team performance, offer feedback, and suggest improvements to meet project goals.
  • Provide support during high workload periods to ensure adequate staffing.
  • Clearly assign tasks and maintain an efficient workflow to avoid confusion during project development.
  • Ensure timely project completion, meeting all deadlines, and objectives.

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Project: Infrastructure FS Gaps for Bani Hajer and Al Rayyan Stadium DN117-P02.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: Arcadis Consulting Middle East Limited.
  • Project value: 269,636,477 QAR.

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
10.2017 - 08.2020
  • Project: Roads surrounding Al Bayt Stadium QN090.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • PMC: Parsons Brinckerhoff.
  • Consultant: Parsons International Limited.
  • Project value: 354,208,827 QAR.

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Project: Design and Build of Link Road between Al Khor and Ras Mulaiji.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: Ital Consult.
  • Project value: 151,593,340 QAR.

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
05.2015 - 02.2017
  • Project: Bypass from Rawdet Rashed Village to Umm Garn, Package 2.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • PMC: Parsons Brinckerhoff.
  • GEC: AECOM.
  • Project value: 230,075,134.8 QAR.

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
10.2014 - 04.2015
  • Project: Doha & Rayyan Sewage - Flow Diversion Schemes for Pumping Stations PS12 & PS12A - DW048.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: ATKINS.
  • PMC: Parsons Brinckerhoff.
  • Project Value: 118,000,000 QAR.

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
06.2013 - 02.2014
  • Project: Development of roads in Bani Hajer, Zone 51.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: TECHNITAL CONSULT.
  • Project value: 220,000,000 QAR.

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
12.2012 - 05.2013
  • Project: Barwa City Project.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: AECOM.
  • Project value: 555,555,000 QAR.

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
11.2011 - 11.2012
  • Project: Ceremonial National Day Project.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: KEO International.
  • Project value: 65,000,000 QAR.

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
01.2011 - 09.2011
  • Project: Madinat Khalifa South Project, Zone 34.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: ITAL CONSULT.
  • Project value: 160,000,000 QAR.

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
04.2010 - 12.2010
  • Project: Doha Expressway (22nd February Project).
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: AECOM.
  • Project value: 80,000,000 QAR.

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
08.2009 - 03.2010
  • Project: Link Road Project at Customs Border of Qatar–KSA.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: PARSONS.
  • Project value: 70,000,000 QAR.

Site Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
01.2009 - 07.2009
  • Project: RIW in Zone 56 and 57.
  • Client/Consultant: ASHGHAL.
  • Project value: 15,000,000 QAR.

Site Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
08.2007 - 12.2008
  • Project: Frontage Salwa Road Project.
  • Client: ASHGHAL.
  • Consultant: Parsons.
  • Project value: 110,000,000 QAR.

Site Engineer - Part time

Bella Beton, Lebanon
03.2004 - 06.2007
  • Project Ghbayri Infrastructure.
  • Client: Ministry of Public Works.
  • Consultant: Municipality of Ghbeiry.
  • Project value: £25,000,000.

Education

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

University Of Balamand
Al Koura, Lebanon
01.2007

Minor - Water Resources Engineering

University of Balamand
Al Koura, Lebanon
01.2007

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Lebanese University
Saida, Lebanon
01.2004

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 3146365, 2021-10-01
  • Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, 720622, 2020-01-01
  • SGS Lead Auditor Course, 2013-01-01
  • Accreditation of Engineer Lebanon, 38298
  • Accreditation of Engineer Qatar, 26975

Languages

Arabic
English
French

Interests

Assisted Environmental Engineering Department at Balamand University. Conducted graduate environmental project analyzing Damour River.

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Project Director

Al Jaber Engineering
02.2023 - Current

Project Director

JH Construction W.L.L
09.2021 - 02.2023

Projects Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
05.2021 - 08.2021

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
09.2020 - 04.2021

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
10.2017 - 08.2020

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
03.2017 - 09.2017

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
05.2015 - 02.2017

Project Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
10.2014 - 04.2015

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
06.2013 - 02.2014

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
12.2012 - 05.2013

Construction Manager

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
11.2011 - 11.2012

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
01.2011 - 09.2011

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
04.2010 - 12.2010

Project Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
08.2009 - 03.2010

Site Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
01.2009 - 07.2009

Site Engineer

Bin Omran Trading & Contracting
08.2007 - 12.2008

Site Engineer - Part time

Bella Beton, Lebanon
03.2004 - 06.2007

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

University Of Balamand

Minor - Water Resources Engineering

University of Balamand

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Lebanese University
Sami Saab