TAREQ MATAR
Riyadh
Summary
Project Management Professional with 17+ years of experience leading Solar PV, MEP, and infrastructure projects across the Middle East. Proven expertise in managing projects from design to commissioning in both EPC and PMC environments. Worked with government authorities such as Kahramaa and PWA (Ashghal) in Qatar, and gained PMC experience overseeing contractors with IBES in Jordan. Certified PMP, RMP, and CEMP with strong leadership, stakeholder management, and client-facing capabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
FMC Contracting
08.2024 - Current
- - Managing high-end hospitality and retail projects (Chedi Hegra Boutique Hotel & Bellevue Mall).
- - Leading full cycle project management, stakeholder coordination, procurement, and commissioning.
- - Reporting directly to project directors and ensuring client satisfaction during handover.
- - Key Skills: Leadership, Project Execution, Budget Control, QA/QC, Procurement, Commissioning.
Projects Manager
Volt Automation
07.2021 - 06.2024
- - Delivered infrastructure projects while liaising with Kahramaa and PWA (Ashghal).
- - Directed multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with authority standards.
- - Achieved 10% cost savings through value engineering and project optimization.
Head of MEP & Solar PV Department (PMC Role)
IBES Consulting & Energy Solutions
01.2020 - 06.2021
- - Acted in a PMC capacity, supervising contractors and ensuring compliance with client requirements.
- - Managed design reviews, project controls, and client reporting.
- - Oversaw 30+ solar PV projects, cutting energy bills by up to 80%.
Construction & O&M; Manager
Martifer Solar (Voltalia Group)
01.2015 - 01.2019
- - Led construction and O&M; for 20 MW solar PV plant.
- - Reduced downtime by 30% and failures by 40% via preventative maintenance programs.
- - Supervised teams of 250+ during construction, ensuring safety and compliance.
MEP Lead
BESIX Construct
02.2013 - 04.2015
- - Managed MEP scope for King Abdullah Sport City ($1.1B project).
- - Oversaw substations, MV networks, and system integration with consultants.
Electrical Project Engineer
Millennium Energy Industries
06.2010 - 01.2013
- - Supervised electrical systems on 17 MW solar thermal plant at Princess Noura University.
Electrical Site Engineer
Rakan Trading & Contracting Co.
01.2008 - 04.2010
- - Executed electrical systems in major commercial projects, including testing & commissioning.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Online
University of People
01.2026
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - undefined
Jordan University of Science and Technology
01.2008
Skills
- Project Leadership
- PMC & EPC Project Delivery
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Controls (Cost, Schedule, KPIs)
- Risk & Change Management
- Contract Administration
- Procurement & Vendor Management
- Testing & Commissioning
- Client Relations
- Value Engineering
- QA/QC Procedures
Accomplishments
- - Successfully led multi-million-dollar solar and infrastructure projects, delivering on time and within budget.
- - Achieved cost savings of 10-20% through value engineering and risk management strategies.
- - Delivered projects for prestigious clients including Aramco, RCU, Kahramaa, Ashghal, and international developers.
- - Managed cross-functional teams of 200+ staff across multiple countries, ensuring safety and compliance with standards.
Certification
- Certified Energy Management Professional (CEMP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI
- Risk Management Professional (RMP), PMI
Timeline
Project Manager
FMC Contracting
08.2024 - Current
Projects Manager
Volt Automation
07.2021 - 06.2024
Head of MEP & Solar PV Department (PMC Role)
IBES Consulting & Energy Solutions
01.2020 - 06.2021
Construction & O&M; Manager
Martifer Solar (Voltalia Group)
01.2015 - 01.2019
MEP Lead
BESIX Construct
02.2013 - 04.2015
Electrical Project Engineer
Millennium Energy Industries
06.2010 - 01.2013
Electrical Site Engineer
Rakan Trading & Contracting Co.
01.2008 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - undefined
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Master of Business Administration - Online
University of People
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