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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
References
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Seyed Ibrahim Irshad

Project Manager
Riyadh

Summary

Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Manager

Schneider Electric
, Saudi Arabia
08.2019 - Current

• Facilitated kick-off meetings with stakeholders, including customers and manufacturing units.
• Recognized potential issues ahead of time to manage effectively.
• Monitor and control projects progress to ensure the on-time delivery of the projects
• Ensure full & effective reporting of project progress & status to management
• Ensured compliance with customer requirements during project implementations.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective resources for the successful execution of projects
• Achieved forecasted revenue by delivering projects on time.
• Consistently followed up with customers for payment collection.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks
• Sourced materials and services for projects according to budget constraints.
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
• Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution
• Run regular Project reviews and provide best estimates of margin at completion
• Obtain Variation Orders for any deviation from the contractual scope
• Effectively managed issues between clients and vendors during project implementation.
• Skilled in utilizing advanced tools including MS Project, MS Office, and SAP for project execution.
• Managed project scope effectively, ensuring that any changes were carefully evaluated and approved by relevant stakeholders before implementation
• Managed project closure and transfer to After Sales Team

Design Engineer

Schneider Electric
, Saudi Arabia
09.2015 - 07.2019

• Design and develop electrical schematics and layouts for switchgear applications
• Select and specify appropriate switchgear components based on project requirements
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application
• Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements
• Actively participated in design reviews ensuring that all stakeholders' concerns were addressed and incorporated into final design iterations
• Increased customer satisfaction with the implementation of design improvements based on their feedback and requirements
• Developed engineering documentation detailing system requirements and diagnostic procedures
• Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion

Testing & Commissioning Engineer

ABB
, Saudi Arabia
03.2011 - 09.2015

• Led commissioning of GIS and AIS switchgear at multiple KV levels
• Conducted comprehensive testing of GIS & AIS CT, VT, breakers and functional check of relay and local control cubicle
• Conducted testing and commissioning for RMU, capacitor bank, transformers.
• Executed testing and commissioning of protection relays like OHL, Busbar, Transformer, ABTS, AVR, ACCS, and BCU
• Conducted high voltage and partial discharge test for GIS and AIS switchgear at multiple KV levels.
• Coordinated with clients to arrange site intervention and site outages for live substations
• Prepared the test report to acquire the customer's signature on time
• Weekly review with subordinates and superiors about the site activity progress to complete with planned activities
• Contributed to successful project handovers by meticulously documenting all test results and commissioning activities for future reference
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot complex issues during commissioning, resulting in smoother project execution
• Enhanced safety standards by thoroughly inspecting and ensuring compliance of electrical systems with industry regulations
• Obtained licenses to secure access to Testing and Commissioning Sites

Electrical Engineer

ECCI
, India
06.2007 - 09.2010

• Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications
• Coordinated effectively with utility companies during power supply connections, ensuring uninterrupted service for end-users upon completion of the project
• Coordinated with customers to inspect the installation work and energize the equipment/line after testing
• Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings
• Coordinated materials delivery and organization to maintain smooth flow of work
• Contributed significantly to client satisfaction through proactive issue resolution during site visits and prompt response to queries or concerns about project progress or deliverables
• Submitted the final handover documents to the customer for conclusive acceptance

Education

MBA - Project Management

Sikkim Manipal University
05.2013 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Anna University
08.2003 - 04.2007

Skills

  • Project management
  • Risk Management
  • Project planning and scheduling
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Team collaboration
  • Cost control
  • Project Monitoring
  • Effective Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for outstanding performance as a member of the SEC project team.
  • Recognized for exceptional support and contribution to the successful completion of the Petro Rabigh Refinery Substation Upgrade project.

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malayalam
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)
  • Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
  • Associate Project Management (Schneider-APM)
  • Professional Project Management (Schneider-PPM)
  • Applied Risk Management (Schneider-ARM)
  • Tender Management Essential (Schneider-TME)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project Manager

Schneider Electric
08.2019 - Current

Design Engineer

Schneider Electric
09.2015 - 07.2019

MBA - Project Management

Sikkim Manipal University
05.2013 - 04.2015

Testing & Commissioning Engineer

ABB
03.2011 - 09.2015

Electrical Engineer

ECCI
06.2007 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Anna University
08.2003 - 04.2007
Seyed Ibrahim IrshadProject Manager