Sara Showail
Jeddah
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with experience in project planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination—particularly in the areas of landscape development, infrastructure, and government stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated success in leading high-profile projects aligned with Vision 2030, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering on scope, quality, and timelines. Adept at navigating governmental processes, handling contract administration, and ensuring regulatory compliance through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Management / Landscape Design Lead
Jeddah Central Development Company
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
08.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: The Jeddah Central Development Company (JCDC) is a wholly owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) company aimed at creating a vibrant global destination in the heart of Jeddah through innovative, sustainable construction methods and technologies
- Management of scope changes through contract change management process
- Management of the Landscape and Public Realm aspect of the master plan
- Driving the process of design reviews and closure of comments from various stakeholders
- Supervising and managing the contractor throughout the design process
- Development of RFP (Request for Proposal)/Tender Package for the construction of Utilities & Infrastructure package
- Supporting the procurement of new contracts and/or amendment to the existing contract
- Review and approval of invoices from consultants and contractors
- Review of progress reports from consultants and contractors
- Managing vendor relationships including negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and ensuring that vendors deliver work that meets quality standards
- The Jeddah Central Development Company (JCDC) is a wholly owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) company aimed at creating a vibrant global destination in the heart of Jeddah through innovative, sustainable construction methods and technologies
- I have contributed to the success of various projects through involvement in various project management processes, lead different teams in achieving the organization's goals and objectives
Project Supervisor
Worley Parsons
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: Worley Parsons provides project management consulting (PMC) and engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) services for some of Saudi Arabia’s largest and most complex projects.
- Assisting in the coordination of contractors, vendors, and construction teams to ensure timely delivery of landscape projects.
- Working with design consultants AECOM and Louis Berger
- Materials suppliers and purchasing leader
- Perform site assessments to ensure designs are feasible and environmentally sound
- Prepared reports and documentation on all the projects that related to landscap.
Project Engineer
Abuljadayel Company
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: (Jeddah Storm Water program - Jeddah Municipality)
- Collaborating with stakeholders
- Manage the design process from concept through to delivery
- Conducting design reviews to provide feedback and identify areas for improvement
- Ensuring quality control including reviewing work accuracy and adherence to design guidelines
- (Jeddah Storm Water program - Jeddah Municipality)
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Design -
Effat University
01.2019
Skills
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Leadership
- Contracts
- AutoCAD
- 3ds Max
- Revit
- Adobe Illustrator
- Motivation
- Working Under Pressure
- Staff Development
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Research Skills
- Problem Solving
- Cost Saving Strategies
- Cost Management
Certification
- Aramco Training Program
- Certificate of completion 'Seminar on Contemporary Issues' by Auburn University
- Certificate of Achievement 'My way to the job market'
- Finance for non-finance
- Attended Design Week in Dubai - Riyadh
- PMP Training Certificate - Project Management Professional
- Courses in Ambassador Program
Languages
Arabic
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Project Management / Landscape Design Lead
Jeddah Central Development Company
08.2021 - Current
Project Supervisor
Worley Parsons
06.2020 - 08.2021
Project Engineer
Abuljadayel Company
09.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Landscape Design -
Effat University