Hussein El Hajj
Dearborn Heights,MI
Summary
Results-driven Project Engineer with over 7 years of progressive experience in capital project management, engineering design, and construction execution across civil, industrial, and utility sectors. Adept at managing project scope, budget, schedule, and stakeholder communication. Strong understanding of risk control, procurement, contract administration, and regulatory compliance. Experienced in Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP, Maximo, and other project controls tools. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Major Contracting Group
Detroit, Michigan
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and manage project scope, budget estimates, and schedules for heavy civil projects within the utility industry, while monitoring and reporting on performance metrics such as schedule adherence, budget compliance, and quality benchmarks to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful project delivery.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on engineering specifications, procurement, and subcontracting.
- Support bid package development, contractor selection, and post-award contract administration.
- Utilize Primavera P6, SAP, Maximo, Foundation, and Excel as advanced financial tools and project control tools for cost tracking, scheduling, and managing project change orders; leverage Maximo to optimize asset performance and preventive maintenance, while using Foundation for accurate job costing, payroll processing, and subcontractor payment tracking-ensuring financial accountability, compliance, and alignment with contractual change control processes.
- Manage project change orders and cost impacts through formal change control processes, ensuring cost-effective solutions and alignment with contractual terms.
- Oversee construction activities to ensure timely completion and compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Communicate project status to stakeholders and mitigate project risks through strategic planning and effective risk management.
- Interface regularly with city departments, engineering consultants, subcontractors, and utility companies to ensure coordination and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Lead commissioning and project closeout activities, including documentation, punch lists, and turnover packages.
Project Engineer
AlGhanim International
Kuwait
12.2017 - 10.2021
- Directed project scope definition, scheduling, cost estimating, and budgeting for large-scale capital infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with formal project management methodologies and corporate objectives.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, and construction teams, working closely with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and compliant with safety and environmental regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive project risk assessments and executed strategic mitigation plans to minimize cost overruns, schedule delays, and safety incidents, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining high project quality, and safeguarding safety standards.
- Managed contract administration processes, including review and coordination of RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and project documentation to support governance, audit readiness, and effective change control.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to prepare, analyze, and maintain detailed cost reports, budgets, and project tracking spreadsheets, ensuring accurate financial accountability and timely updates for stakeholders.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation and reports using Microsoft Word, including daily progress reports, meeting minutes, and project closeout packages to support effective communication and record keeping.
Design Engineer
ATT Group
Beirut, Lebanon
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Designed three 40-meter pedestrian bridges for Beirut Airport Road using ETABS and SAFE, ensuring compliance with structural and safety standards.
- Designed associated roadway elements, including road alignment, signage plans, and pavement markings, in accordance with local traffic and safety standards.
- Developed and integrated roadway design components to coordinate with existing civil infrastructure and utility layouts, maintaining project scope alignment.
- Collaborated with clients, contractors, and consultants to define project scope, validate technical requirements, and ensure alignment with budget estimates, timelines, and construction feasibility.
- Participated in schedule development and provided inputs to project planning and phasing to support construction and procurement sequencing.
- Conducted field visits to verify construction quality and adherence to design drawings, flagging deviations and initiating timely corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and QA/QC standards during design and pre-construction phases.
Site Engineering Intern
Eng. Elio Al Zahar Firm
Lebanon
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Supported the execution of a capital expansion project for Mount Lebanon Hospital by assisting in construction scheduling using Primavera P6, daily coordination, and subcontractor oversight.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress, verify compliance with engineering specifications, and enforce safety and regulatory standards.
- Utilized Excel to assist in preparing cost reports and tracking expenses; used Word to draft daily reports and maintain construction documentation.
- Evaluated on-site conditions and proposed corrective actions to address scope deviations and mitigate schedule delays while maintaining quality control.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Management
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI01.2024
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Tripoli, Lebanon01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Tripoli, Lebanon01.2015
Skills
- Primavera P6
- MS Project
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- SAP
- Maximo
- Foundation
- Bluebeam Revu
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Analytical skills
- Decision-making skills
- Organizational skills
Certifications And Skills
- Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SAP, Maximo, Foundation, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint
- Strong verbal and written communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills
- PMP Certification (in progress)
- English (Fluent), French (Fluent), Arabic (Fluent)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Engineer
Major Contracting Group
01.2024 - Current
Project Engineer
AlGhanim International
12.2017 - 10.2021
Design Engineer
ATT Group
10.2016 - 11.2017
Site Engineering Intern
Eng. Elio Al Zahar Firm
06.2015 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Construction Management
Lawrence Technological University
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
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