Yousef Fouad Fayad
Jeddah
Summary
Business Development Manager and Solar PV Project Manager with solid engineering background and more than 5 years of experience across commercial, industrial, agricultural, and utility-scale solar projects. Strong expertise in project development, technical due diligence, stakeholder management, and leading cross-functional teams from early-stage opportunity to execution and O&M.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Business Development Manager/ Project Manager
CEPCO Renewables
01.2022 - Current
- Lead solar PV projects and support business development activities across Saudi Arabia.
- Conduct site visits, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations for new opportunities.
- Manage proposals, BOQs, schedules, coordination with engineering, procurement, and contractors.
- Key Projects:
- – Al-Rass Solar Project (150 MWp): coordination, progress reporting, stakeholder management.
- – ArcelorMittal Jubail Car Parking (350+ cars).
- – SADAFCO Factory Rooftop (1.45 MWp).
- – Al-Sunbulah Factory.
- – Wasmi Park .
- – Solar Water Pumping Projects .
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
Solar Energy Engineer (Projects & Sales)
Solar Land Energy
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Executed on-grid, off-grid, and solar pumping projects.
- Played a combined role in design, installation, sales, marketing, and customer support.
- Provided pre-sales and post-sales technical support and client presentations.
- Supported management in developing corporate strategy in the Middle East market.
System Engineer (Low Current Systems)
Qumam Al-Slama
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Installation and maintenance of CCTV, access control, fire alarm, and firefighting systems.
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and field devices.
Education
B.Sc. - Electrical Power & Machines Engineering
Misr University For Science And Technology
01.2019
Skills
AutoCAD
PVsyst
PVsol
SketchUp 3D
Certification
Certified Solar PV Installer – Saudi Electricity Company (2021)
Training & Courses
- PV150 Solar PV System Installation – Yanbu Industrial College (40 Hours)
- PV Power Systems & Industrial Training – Tiba Solar Factory (75 Hours)
- Operation & Maintenance of Hydro Power Stations – Egyptian Electricity Holding Company (60 Hours)
- Electrical Maintenance of Power Plants – Abo Rawash Power Station (75 Hours)
Core Strengths
- Business Development & Opportunity Management
- Project & Portfolio Management
- EPC, On-Grid, Off-Grid & Pumping Systems
- Technical Due Diligence & RFP Support
- Commercial Negotiation & Client Relations
- Leadership & Team Coordination
Timeline
Business Development Manager/ Project Manager
CEPCO Renewables
01.2022 - Current
Solar Energy Engineer (Projects & Sales)
Solar Land Energy
02.2020 - 12.2021
System Engineer (Low Current Systems)
Qumam Al-Slama
11.2019 - 01.2020
B.Sc. - Electrical Power & Machines Engineering
Misr University For Science And Technology