Waleed Mohamed Sayed Mahmoud

Senior Architect-PMC- King Abdulaziz International Airport, Surbana Jurong- PMC

King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) is Saudi Arabia’s third-largest airport and is the primary gateway to Jeddah and the Holy Cities of Makkah and Madinah Named after King Abdulaziz Al Saud, the airport plays a crucial role in Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector, handling millions of passengers annually and serving as a key hub for pilgrimage, tourism, and business travel.

• Managed all aspects of architectural planning, designing, and reviewing for high-profile capital expenditure (Capex) projects at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), ensuring the successful delivery of the project on time and within budget
• Created and managed detailed RFPs for major airport improvement projects and managed construction bidding to ensure compliance with international aviation business norms and regulatory instructions
• Developed and nurtured working relationships with important stakeholders, which include JEDCO, the airport authority, contractors, consultants, and relevant departments, to ensure that the project meets operational, environmental, and stakeholder needs
• Applied project-specific technical knowledge in conducting thorough design audits, feasibility studies, and value engineering for airport facilities, which include South Terminal, North Terminal, and other major infrastructure, to ensure optimum design in services provided, performance, and cost
• Ensured compliance of all construction permits and other relevant documents with international aviation regulations such as ICAO, IATA, national regulations, building standards, and other international building codes and industry best practices, prioritizing safety, security, and sustainability

King Abdullah Bin Abdel Aziz Extension for the Holy Haram, Supervision construction for an extension to the Makkah Holy Haram to accommodate additional 800,000 worshipers.

• Monitoring the progress of each of the key project deliverables
• Making decisions about project course corrections considering if the project starts being behind schedule, starts going over budget or if major scope changes occur
• Manage the technical aspects of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that they meet regulatory requirements and adhere to industry standards
• Review and evaluate construction documentation, including drawings, specifications, and material selections, to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design staff, promoting continuous professional development within the team
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring successful project delivery
• Participate in meetings and presentations, articulating technical concepts and addressing any questions or concerns related to design implementation

Sky City El Galalah /Saja Mall and Mosque of Egypt, Sky City Galala project is located in Ain Sokhna, on the plateau of Galala at a height of about 750 meters above sea level directly next to the cable car station.

• Collaborate with the design team to develop innovative and feasible design solutions that align with project objectives
• Create, review and evaluate construction documentation, including drawings, specifications, and material selections, to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Conduct thorough technical reviews and resolve any design issues or conflicts that may arise during the project lifecycle
• Act as a liaison between the design team and external consultants, contractors, and suppliers, fostering effective communication and coordination
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design staff, promoting continuous professional development within the team
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in design technology and construction methodologies, incorporating them into project execution where applicable
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring successful project delivery
• Participate in meetings and presentations, articulating technical concepts and addressing any questions or concerns related to design implementation

2020- 2021- Tas’helat Retail Fuel Service Stations in Central and Eastern Regions Knock Down & Re-Build Construction Contract, ARAMCO Retail Company, and TOTAL Marketing Services S.A. have formed a Joint Venture (JV) to develop a network of retail fuel service stations all over Saudi Arabia. The joint venture (JV) plans to invest in the Saudi retail Fuel market to provide motorists with premium Fuels and retail services. The JV has acquired a retail network of 270 sites from Tas’helat Marketing Company (TMC) named SAHEL FUEL Stations and has a plan to Knock Down and Rebuild (KDR) the whole Network.

In the year 2020, Eighteen (18) Fuel Stations will be Knocked Down and Rebuilt.

Four (4) Stations, “Fast-Track Stations”: located in Riyadh, Khobar, and Dammam (Demolition and Construction of 4 Fuel Stations).

Fourteen (14) Stations, “Second-Track Stations”: located in Riyadh, Al Kharj Road, Al Khobar, Ad Dammam, Al Jubail, and Ad Dammam – Riyadh highway (Demolition and Construction of 10 Fuel Stations and Construction of 4 Fuel Stations).

Role & Responsibilities: Senior Architect

· Following up site inspections and material submittal/inspections

· Submit a Monthly report to summarize the progress of construction work.

· Ensure that all activities have accomplished and carried out according to specifications and approved shop drawings.

· Conduct site supervision for all activities to ensure that all activities are in line with the time schedule.

· Conduct researches needed to complete architectural projects.

· Complete design work, including schematics and statistics.

· Provide technical expertise and guidance in the preparation of efficient datasets, layouts, work statements, drawings, and delivery schedules.

· Conduct studies and special projects on space planning, structural analysis, and other related architectural issues

· Review architectural documents/drawings for potential conflict with other disciplines.

2013- 2020- Madinah Haram Expansion, Design and supervision of master plan preparation and detailed design for the expansion of the Prophet's Mosque and its piazzas in Madinah, aimed at increasing their overall capacity to over 1,600,000 worshipers. The project encompasses 4,740,000 m² of new prayer areas, the addition of a second floor atop King Fahd's existing extension (Second Saudi Extension) with a total area of 211,000 m², and the construction of a new expansion building spanning 2,490,000 m².

The scope of work also includes the development of a Central Utility Complex (CUC) with comprehensive electromechanical installations, infrastructure utility networks, a solid waste management system, toilet and ablution facilities, parking areas, access roads, security systems, low-current, and telecommunication systems, and extensive landscaping.

Role & Responsibilities: Senior Architect / Project Coordinator

· Oversee site inspections and review material submittals to ensure compliance with project specifications.

· Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly reports summarizing construction progress and milestones.

· Ensure all construction activities are executed according to approved specifications and shop drawings.

· Conduct regular site supervision to monitor adherence to the project timeline and quality standards.

· Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to team members, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment.

· Proactively identify challenges and implement solutions to maintain project efficiency and excellence.

2012-2013- Etihad Rail Network – Stage 2

1,200km of Etihad Rail’s network will extend across the United Arab Emirates, from the Saudi Arabian to the Omani borders. The Stage 2 will connect the railway to Mussafah, to the Gulf ports of Khalifa and Jebel Ali, and the two borders. The railway alignment provides a full line speed of 200km/h for passenger and 120km/h for freight with long straights and large radio curves. Etihad Rail has selected ETCS Level 2 as the rail standard to ensure interoperability with the GCC Railway Network.

2011-2012- Bahrain International Airport Terminal Expansion, Bahrain.

Review, validation and development into working construction documents (under 81M management) of an initial concept design for the expansion of the existing terminal building (for both new constructions and renovated areas) to cater for 13.5 million passengers/year. Works comprise the relocation of affected facilities/services to maintain operations during expansion, including 2 new office buildings; passenger terminal building expansion by 68,000 m2 with all its lounges, counters and areas; car-park deck; landside access road, ramp and parking; rotunda buildings; passenger loading bridges and affected apron services ; central utility complex and associated substation; terminal substations and emergency plant; medium voltage network ; upgrading of the primary airport station; replacement of the 7 existing air bridges; and the preparation of a comprehensive solid waste management plan. Total built-up area: 88,000 m2,

2010-2011- Central Utility Plant and Tunnels for Makkah Haram, Saudi Arabia. Design and supervision of construction for a Central Utility Complex (CUC) serving Shamiyah Haram Expansion on a site area of 75,000 m2 and accommodating a chillers plant (24 chillers with a capacity of 12,000 TR at its first phase), generators plant with a capacity of 77 MVA (first phase), gray water treatment plant, central waste handling plant (600 tons/day), water tanks and pump room, administration and service buildings with workshops and storage areas and 3 gatehouses.

2010-2011- Princess Nora Bint Abdulrahman University (PNBAU) - Building Works, Saudi Arabia.

Detailed design (according to LEED requirements-12 registrations), tender documents, and supervision of construction for all buildings, infrastructure utilities, landscaped areas and internal road networks related to an educational complex with a total built-up area of 2.8 million m2 and a student enrolment of 40,000. The project includes 8 academic colleges, 6 health sciences colleges, 2 medical research laboratories, 600-bed hospital (7-storey building with a built-up area of 99,733 m2), central library, administration building, ceremonial piazza, housing units for 11,000 single students, 400 villas for senior staff housing, 1,400 apartments for junior staff housing, outdoor sports facilities (18 tennis courts, 7 volleyball courts and 5 basketball courts), 9 indoor multifunctional courts (tennis/volleyball/basketball/handball), 9 squash courts, diving pool, 2 stadiums for 12,000 students and 10,000 visitors, mosques and central utility plants.

2008-2010- Third Saudi Extension of Madinah Haram, Saudi Arabia. Topographic survey, geotechnical investigation, design and supervision for a new eastern piazza to the east of the existing Madinah Haram and connecting to the current piazza surrounding the Haram from the other three sides. The new piazza forms a natural extension to the existing ones adopting the same type of flooring and patterns with a total area of 30,500 m2, allowing for an additional average capacity of 50,000 persons. The project also comprises the construction of 2 basement floors below the piazza level. The first basement level houses the bus station with a capacity of 18 buses and 70 taxis, and is linked to the existing parking from the north east side through newly introduced ramps. The second basement level is dedicated to car-parking with 270 parking stalls. The two basement structures are connected with two existing ramps (Ramp C of 750 m long and Ramp D of 300 m long). The piazza is provided with 8 entry/exit buildings housing escalators, elevators and staircases leading to the new bus station and car-park basement levels in addition to the electromechanical rooms, and ventilation and exhaust shafts required for the basements' ventilation. The 2 basement floors include 4 service levels, 3 of which house 750 toilet cubicles and 1,900 ablution seats, and are accessed directly from the piazza level through the entry/exit buildings, while the remaining fourth level is dedicated to water tanks and pump rooms. Works also comprised the relocation of the existing fence along with the introduction of new gates and security rooms at the piazza level. The design is in compliance with the NFPA 5000 "Building Construction and Safety Code", and NFPA 88A "Standard for Parking Structures".

Role & Responsibilities: Team Leader/architect

· Assist the group leader in Preparing Project documents such as organization chart, work instruction, man- hour and etc.

· Completed design work, including schematics and statistics.

· Conducted studies and special projects on space planning, structural analysis, and other related architectural issues

· Coordination between all disciplines in all the project phases.

· Review architectural documents/drawings for potential conflict with other disciplines (IDC).

· Preparing Proposals and presentations.

· Conducted research needed to complete architectural projects.

· Completed design work, including schematics and statistics.

· Conducted studies and special projects on space planning, structural analysis, and other related architectural issues

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• Preparation of architectural shop drawings, and general follow-up on architectural construction and finishing works for residential projects in Riyadh and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

• Follow-up on all architectural construction and finishing works for the following projects in Egypt
• Renovation of the Military Academy Stadium
• Renovation of the Ministry of Youth Headquarters Building
• Submit a detailed report on the progress of renovation activities
• Following up construction and finishing works
• Prices Analysis - Tender Analysis

• On executive swimming pools and landscape on many sites in the 6th of Oct city and the Fifth settlement for both type (Skimmer and overflow)
• Sketching and designing landscapes and swimming pools
• Executing swimming pools, lakes, Jacuzzi, and artificial cascades
• Following up on site progress