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Zafar Khan

Project Manager
Jubail,Saudi Arabia
Zafar  Khan

Summary

Resourceful Project Manager with 20 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight, and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems, and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budgeting, and financial management.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
1
Certificate

Work History

Manarah Al Jubail Construction Company Ltd., KSA
Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Project Manager
10.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Berri Downstream Pipe Line Project – Brown Field 10” and 30” increment Line project & DPCU Project – Shaybah – Brown Field 10” and 30” PRM, CRM, and Miscellaneous Foundation and Operation Shelter Building Project etc. worth 150 million SAR
  • Managed 10 Site Locations within 70 Km Range successfully, governing milestones and noting adherence in line with project plans.
  • Identified and managed budget, timescale, and scope changes, recommending actions and improvements to meet project goals.
  • Streamlined multiple plans and dependencies across range of teams into single overarching perspectives and plans.
  • Implemented and maintained appropriate systems to enable successful planning and scheduling.
  • Assured project documentation followed internal quality standards.
  • Defined risk profiles for each project and prepared contingency plans to minimize business risk.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Led technical delivery teams with an in-depth understanding of processes and techniques to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Identified and deployed resources with individual responsibilities for project completion.
  • Built and nurtured professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Acted as a single point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines, and standards.
  • Embedded lean governance operating models, valuing ownership, predictability, and transparent delivery over pre-prepared project reporting.
  • Adhered to project governance cadence and escalation routes.
  • Prepared project performance reports with statistics and newly researched information.
  • Documented appropriate project plans and controls in line with thechange lifecycle.
  • Used business intelligence reports to manage project financials, and initialize project invoicing and revenue recognition.
  • Monitored project spending and compiled budgets to develop business use cases.

Katerra Construction Company Ltd., KSA
Riyadh , Saudi Arabia

Manger Projects
11.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Handling 4 Location Projects worth 250 Million SAR of 1000 Housing Units for the Ministry of Housing Project.
  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
  • Provided mentorship, support, and team management to keep staff suitably trained and competent.
  • Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
  • Provided diligent training and safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with site safety protocols.
  • Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
  • Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
  • Managed site instructions, daily diary, record sheets, and other forms of site reporting.
  • Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with contractors, subcontractors, and key stakeholders, negotiating the best possible project progression.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
  • Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
  • Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
  • Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns.
  • Filed and maintained all subcontractor documentation for future reference.
  • Reported on progress, problems, and information requirements.
  • Negotiated with building owners, property developers, and local authorities to deliver completed projects within time and budget constraints.
  • Identified and implemented safety, productivity, and efficiency improvement initiatives.
  • Promoted best practices in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Ltd., KSA
Jubail , Saudi Arabia

Project Controls Manager
04.2017 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Preparing the Execution Strategy, Level 1 to Level 4 Detail Scheduling, Progress Monitoring system, and Risk Management from Identification to Monitoring for the SABIC Mega Housing Project Phase VI- MATRAFIAH – Package 6. The Project is the construction of 532 Villas Construction with Secondary Infrastructure worth 667 Million SAR
  • Defined project scope, milestones, and task allocation to establish and maintain clear progress plans.
  • Led and motivated talented project teams, achieving targets within stipulated deadlines.
  • Drove client retention through quality project execution.
  • Chaired project governance reviews and resolved challenges.
  • Analyzed industry trends to identify process improvements and business opportunities.
  • Delivered exceptional service to clients, maintaining relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Conducted technical and customer meetings, increasing communication and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
  • Reduced costs by allocating site resources and subcontractors for strict budget controls.
  • Managed desires and expectations for key stakeholders across numerous high-value projects.
  • Developed analytics tools to track project progress and impact.
  • Designed project presentations and reports for executive teams.
  • Delivered projects on time and under budget through strict implementation and cost controls.
  • Built relationships with stakeholders through outstanding client management skills.
  • Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
  • Trained and mentored junior team members, leveraging previous experiences in boosting project progress.
  • Led meetings with department executives to review project status, and draft action plans to deliver proposed changes.
  • Managed scopes and deadlines using different project management methods.
  • Tracked and communicated project status, timelines, and action items from project inception to delivery.
  • Delivered on revenue targets and service KPIs.
  • Submitted performance feedback to stakeholders, keeping project teams on track.
  • Built company reputation by managing and successfully delivering projects.
  • Minimized accidents and incidents with comprehensive health and safety procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft strategic, realistic project schedules and plans.
  • Reduced downtime with effective scheduling and resourcing.

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Co. Ltd.,
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

Construction Manager
07.2015 - 03.2017

Job overview

  • Construction of Royal Commission Head Quarters Al Madinat Yanbu Al Sinaiyah(Construction of 23 Storey LEED Building ) worth 450 Million SAR
  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
  • Provided mentorship, support, and team management to keep staff suitably trained and competent.
  • Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
  • Undertook weekly recorded site inspections for hoardings, scaffolds and other temp works.
  • Provided diligent training and safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with site safety protocols.
  • Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
  • Managed site instructions, daily diary, record sheets and other forms of site reporting.
  • Identified and implemented safety, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.
  • Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns.
  • Promoted best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.
  • Filed and maintained all subcontractor documentation for future reference.
  • Liaised with project manager to address third party, environmental and public relations issues.
  • Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
  • Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with contractors, subcontractors and key stakeholders, negotiating best-possible project progression.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
  • Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
  • Oversaw Project turnover process, enhancing communication between key stakeholders to facilitate smooth completion.
  • Reported on progress, problems and information requirements.

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Co. Limited
Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Planning Manager
10.2012 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • SABIC Mega Housing Project Phase III- Haii Jalmudah – Package 2, 3 & 4. The Project is the Construction of 1280 Villas Construction with Secondary Infrastructure Facilities where 878 Nos. Precast Villa and 402 Nos. Conventional Villa worth 1278 Million SAR
  • Handled the Three Projects Overall Planning, Scheduling & Monitoring, P
  • Managed operational capacity and resource deployment to achieve business requirements and sales targets.
  • Introduced new colleagues and planning approaches to meet business goals.
  • Integrated successful project planning data with other project systems to increase customer satisfaction for completed jobs.
  • Managed and coordinated processes by setting accurate timetables and critical performance metrics and providing guidance.
  • Calculated and maintained alternate performance option plans to avoid delays in production completion.
  • Managed planning projects by liaising with in-house and external disciplines to guarantee on-time completion of projects.
  • Facilitated project team's setup of proper project control structures, systems, and tools.
  • Analysed trends in activities to recommend the most effective use of resources for logistics.
  • Utilized planning tools to understand and answer client briefs.
  • Verified quality and consistency of work being performed or produced through daily supervision of all project aspects.
  • Supported stockholders by generating and interpreting business information to encourage informed business decision-making.
  • Prepared and submitted planning appraisals, statements for site-related developments and changes, and Certificates of Lawfulness.
  • Demonstrated strong working knowledge of multiple planning systems by staying up-to-date on new technologies.
  • Communicated and influenced others at various levels to drive action and continuous improvement.
  • Led pre-application consultations with planning officers and internal colleagues.
  • Owned and maintained complex labor plans and recruitment plans to meet organizational standards.
  • Mapped out new solutions to problem areas to fit within clients' vision.

Manarah Al jubail Construction Company Ltd., KSA
Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Construction Manager
06.2010 - 06.2012

Job overview

  • Construction of north tank farm at Jubail 2 - Jubail Export Refinery Project packages -6. The project cost is 250 million Saudi Arabian riyals.
  • Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns.
  • Identified and implemented safety, productivity, and efficiency improvement initiatives.
  • Negotiated with building owners, property developers, and local authorities to deliver completed projects within Time and Budget constraints.
  • Reported on progress, problems, and information requirements.
  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
  • Liaised with the project manager to address third-party, environmental, and public relations issues.
  • Undertook weekly recorded site inspections for hoardings, scaffolds, and other temp works.
  • Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
  • Provided mentorship, support, and team management to keep staff suitably trained and competent.
  • Filed and maintained all subcontractor documentation for future reference.
  • Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
  • Provided diligent training and safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with site safety protocols.
  • Promoted best practices in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHEQ department.
  • Oversaw Project turnover process, enhancing communication between key stakeholders to facilitate smooth completion.

Astha Buildcon Pvt. Ltd., Raipur
Raipur, India

Construction Manager
11.2008 - 05.2010

Job overview

  • Construction of 300 Villas and 11 G+6 Multi Storey Building Project worth 100 Cr. INR.
  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
  • Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
  • Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
  • Promoted best practices in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.
  • Liaised with Project manager to address third-party, environmental, and public relations issues.
  • Held Construction and installation teamswere accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.

Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.

Galfar Engineers & Contractors SAOG, OMAN
Muscat , OMAN

QA / QC Engineer
02.2008 - 09.2008

Job overview

  • Construction of Toyota Showroom Building at Liwa Sohar
  • Collaborated with engineering team to communicate and achieve quality standards and outputs.
  • Monitored and assessed quality performance to gauge progress.
  • Verified conformity by performing complete dimensional verifications using engineering software.
  • Investigated customer complaints to address areas of improvement, eliminate non-conformance and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Devised corrective actions and solutions to improve product durability.
  • Inspected and troubleshot product and production discrepancies.
  • Verified quality metrics for manufacturing guidelines.
  • Submitted performance reports, identifying shortfalls and facilitating improvement actions.
  • Collated, analysed and provided information through concise reports, seeking constant improvement opportunities.

Marshal Test Labs (I) Pvt. Ltd., Indore
Indore , India

Lab In charge
07.2006 - 02.2008

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented quality assurance improvements, enhancing processes and operations.
  • Carried out regular critical control checks on theproduction line.
  • Documented findings from assessments, tests and reviews, producing reports for management review.
  • Reported faults, damages and Control Check Point (CCP) rejections.
  • Reviewed incoming goods against specifications, rejecting inadequate materials, components and finished products.
  • Calibrated tools and equipment to meet safety and performance requirements.
  • Examined raw materials to confirm consistency and integrity.
  • Trained production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence.

B. R. Goel Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.,
Indore , India

Project Engineer
02.2005 - 06.2006

Job overview

  • Handle 11km RC Road construction project worth 11 Cr INR
  • Reviewed designs, plans, and reports to ensure constant compliance with project specifications.
  • Assessed costs of labor and materials for each project, ensuring adherence to budgetary requirements.
  • Assessed effects of changes to project timelines, costs and resource requirements.
  • Visited sites to check project progress and eliminate bottlenecks.
  • Coordinated project resources, goals and activities, facilitating successful closure and handover.
  • Executed quality assurance activities, checking project results against client requirements.

Advantage Equifund Pvt. Ltd., Sendhwa
Sendhwa, India

Quantity Surveyor
07.2003 - 02.2005

Job overview

  • Prepared and submitted monthly cost-value reconciliations and cash-spend profiles.
  • Led cost-management team initiatives to support continuous adherence.
  • Gathered preliminaries and tender analyses to produce tender reports.
  • Maximized commercial results and profit margins for allocated projects.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to verify project viability and improve cost-effectiveness.
  • Attended development, pre-start, and subcontract meetings.
  • Drafted and presented forecasting of costs, risks, and financial implications.
  • Managed client relationships and requirements at contractual level.
  • Measured, certified, and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
  • Collated site records and prepared meeting packs, tracking outcomes in Auto Plotter and MS Office to maintain optimum traceability.

Education

Shri Govind Ram Sakseria Institute
, Indore (MP)- India

Bachelor of Engineering from Civil Engineering
08.1998 - 08.2003

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Project planning and development
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Stake Holder Management
  • Construction management
  • Staff Management
  • Training & Mentoring
  • Estimation, Budgeting & Operations
  • Contract Management
  • Team Bonding
  • Change Control Processes
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Performance Evaluations

Languages

English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • Increased company revenue by SAR 150 Million project value by additional work scope in the same project duration.
  • Silver Medal Awarded by US Parson Vice President for Best Safe Construction Practices for Royal Commission Head Quarter Project in 2016 at Yanbu.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop a Project Progress Monitoring Sheet aligned with Primavera Software Planned and actual values for Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports.
  • Collaborated with a team of 3000 Direct and 250 Indirect Manpower in the development of Jubail Export Refinery Project Package 6 (North Tank Farm) under SATORP (Saudi Aramco Total Oil Refinery Project) JUBAIL 2.

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional (35 PDU Training completed)

Timeline

Project Manager

Manarah Al Jubail Construction Company Ltd., KSA
10.2021 - 11.2022

Manger Projects

Katerra Construction Company Ltd., KSA
11.2019 - 03.2020

Project Controls Manager

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Ltd., KSA
04.2017 - 10.2019

Construction Manager

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Co. Ltd.,
07.2015 - 03.2017

Planning Manager

Beijing Construction Engineering Group Co. Limited
10.2012 - 07.2015

Construction Manager

Manarah Al jubail Construction Company Ltd., KSA
06.2010 - 06.2012

Construction Manager

Astha Buildcon Pvt. Ltd., Raipur
11.2008 - 05.2010

QA / QC Engineer

Galfar Engineers & Contractors SAOG, OMAN
02.2008 - 09.2008

Lab In charge

Marshal Test Labs (I) Pvt. Ltd., Indore
07.2006 - 02.2008

Project Engineer

B. R. Goel Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.,
02.2005 - 06.2006

Quantity Surveyor

Advantage Equifund Pvt. Ltd., Sendhwa
07.2003 - 02.2005

Shri Govind Ram Sakseria Institute

Bachelor of Engineering from Civil Engineering
08.1998 - 08.2003
  • PMP - Project Management Professional (35 PDU Training completed)
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