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Work History
Education
Skills
Selected Project Experience
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Certification
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Alma Alfawal

Alma Alfawal

Henderson,NV

Summary

Alma is a seasoned management consultant with 8 years of experience, specializing in working with public governments and agencies. She has garnered international experience, having worked in the Middle East in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, and is currently based in North America. Throughout her career, Alma has honed her skills in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and driving organizational success. Her expertise lies in analytical thinking, leadership abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of business dynamics. Alma is known for delivering impactful results, streamlining operations, and maximizing returns across various industries. With her strong communication skills and collaborative mindset, she consistently contributes to achieving organizational goals. Alma is now eager to leverage her qualifications and expertise in management consulting, bringing valuable insights and making a significant impact in the field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Advisory Planner IV

Parametrix
Las Vegas, NV
07.2023 - Current
  • Formulating and implementing comprehensive strategic plans to steer organizational growth and success.
  • Cultivating and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and foster collaboration.
  • Identifying complex business challenges and devising innovative solutions through rigorous problem-solving methodologies.
  • Analyzing existing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommending strategic improvements to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
  • Conducting thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities for growth, and potential threats to the organization's competitive position.
  • Leading cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects and initiatives to ensure successful outcomes within defined scope, budget, and timeline.
  • Facilitating organizational change by providing guidance, support, and resources to stakeholders at all levels throughout the change management process.
  • Developing and implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure progress, track performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Designing and implementing training and development programs to enhance the skills, capabilities, and performance of team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the organization.

Senior Transportation Planner

Consulting, Atkins
Henderson, NV
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Planning and developing transportation projects or services, some concerned with unique or controversial problems which have an important effect on major client projects and programs
  • Analysis of transportation systems and policies; identification of needs and potential solutions, including evaluation of alternatives, recommend policies, plans and projects, prepare reports of findings, and ensure implementation of proposed solutions
  • Development of concepts and alternatives based on identified needs and local stakeholder coordination
  • Conducted meetings with stakeholders to discuss project objectives, scope of work, timeline, budget, and deliverables.
  • Prepared technical reports summarizing existing conditions, alternatives analysis, recommendations for improvement projects.
  • Researched best practices from other cities related to transportation planning initiatives.

Senior Consultant

Strategic Advisory, Atkins
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Undertake market & desktop research, quantitative analyses for economic regulation, operational efficiency, sector assessments of the transport industry and of infrastructure financing in feasibility studies, impact assessments and other consulting assignments
  • Preparation and delivery of presentations to clients and stakeholders (incl
  • Working level meetings, workshops, stakeholder consultation meetings)
  • Support for the project management of assignments involving team members worldwide, within and outside the company network
  • Support in the contractual management of projects and in the compliance of internal procedures/policies
  • Strong commercial, business development and bid management expertise signed course curriculum, organized class lectures, and set deadlines for projects.

Consultant

Efficio International
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conduct a maturity assessment for the procurement function operations within the business
  • Develop recommendations and identify improvement opportunities throughout robust procurement transformation programs
  • Research and analyze the supply marketplace
  • Manage supplier relationships in collaboration with internal stakeholders
  • Manage and negotiate supply agreements across all business
  • Assess and analyze patterns by collecting and interpreting.

Transport Planner

Transport Planning, Atkins
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2017 - 07.2021
  • Write clear reports and present options and recommendations on transport systems to clients
  • Use statistical analysis to examine travel data
  • Develop initial design ideas for new or improved transport infrastructure, e.g., junction improvements or pedestrian priority schemes
  • Use mathematical and computer simulation models to forecast the effects of road improvements
  • Assess infrastructure requirements (access, car parking, bus stops, cycle parking, etc) of new developments
  • Plan and develop alignments for travel routes of public transport and rail transit systems

Contracts Engineer

Delta Alwadi Contracting
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • The oversight of gaining skills in the construction processes
  • Prepare monthly reports to the projects' consultants to inform the progress done and control the cost
  • Gain proficiency in construction engineering quality control and quality assurance
  • Managing Purchasing Orders and Contracts between the main contractor and subcontractors hired

Education

MSc. in Construction and Project Management -

American University in Dubai
12.2019

BSc. in Civil Engineering -

American University in Dubai
04.2016

Skills

  • Business Analysis
  • Strategy Development
  • Business Development
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • MS Office

Selected Project Experience

Alwadiice identification

  • 01/2019, 01/2020, The Dubai Rail Master Plan Update (DRMPU), Dubai, UAE, Small Transit Systems route planning and alignments development in terms of feasibility and physical insertion, additional to planning principles of population and employment coverage, and possible integration with other rail transit systems, station Context Planning in terms of station accessibility using different modes of travel, in addition to convenience for non-motorized traffic, and facilitating transport modal interchange, comparison of different rail manufacturers products and specifications, benchmarking for world-wide city installations for rail transit technologies, and small transit systems technologies

Languages

  • Arabic (Native)
  • English (Proficient)

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - In progress

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Advisory Planner IV

Parametrix
07.2023 - Current

Senior Transportation Planner

Consulting, Atkins
08.2022 - 07.2023

Senior Consultant

Strategic Advisory, Atkins
03.2022 - 08.2022

Consultant

Efficio International
08.2021 - 03.2022

Transport Planner

Transport Planning, Atkins
10.2017 - 07.2021

Contracts Engineer

Delta Alwadi Contracting
09.2016 - 09.2017

MSc. in Construction and Project Management -

American University in Dubai

BSc. in Civil Engineering -

American University in Dubai

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