Mohamed Abaza
Kyle,Tx
Summary
Construction professional with 15 years of extensive construction experience, including 13 years in the MENA region. An expert in building, inspecting, and operating high-rise structures, commercial buildings, mixed-use development, shopping malls, warehouses, water transmissions, wastewater treatment plants, and marine construction projects. All of which contributed to flawless operations and execution targets in line with the business benefits. Applying a creative and analytical approach to operations and co-workers for continuous improvement. A team player, skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions with hands-on, timely documentation. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Nass Contracting
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Facilitated change management processes within organizations by effectively reviewing project scope.
- Managed approximately 150 incoming calls and emails per day from customers.'
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance and align with the baseline schedule.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for improvement.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction for project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Construction Manager
Nass Contracting
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Managed approximately 90 incoming calls, emails, and faxes per day from customers.'
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to deliver under-budget project completion.
- Established reputation for excellent crisis management skills when unexpected issues arose during construction, quickly developing solutions to minimize project delays.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
Site QA/QC Manager
Nass Contracting
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Ensured compliance with project specifications.
- Optimized inspection processes.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas for improvement and enforce compliance with project quality plan.
- Coordinated internal audits.
- Successfully maintaining compliance over multiple years.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor project quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Streamlined documentation processes for better tracking of QA/QC activities, improving overall transparency.
Senior QA/QC Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects using potential ROI and risk management.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Senior Site Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2011 - 11.2013
- Developed SOPs and change controls pertaining to setup, maintenance and operation of equipment, facility and utilities.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements for water quality protection.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Facilitated smooth handovers by thoroughly documenting all relevant information related to completed projects.
- Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
- Delivered high-quality results by enforcing strict adherence to design specifications, building codes, and industry standards.
QA/QC Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2010 - 03.2011
- Enhanced team performance with continuous training on industry best practices and new technologies.
- Facilitated internal audits to assess compliance with company policies and procedures, uncovering areas for improvement and ensuring alignment across departments.
- Devised and implemented best quality practices and processes for project development.
- Prepared, documented and executed detailed test plans, test cases and defect reports.
- Improved project quality by implementing rigorous QAQC processes and procedures.
- Conducted Site Inspections.
Site Engineer
BMDS
08.2009 - 03.2010
- Enhanced site safety by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Gathered data, incorporating into drawings, schematics and maps.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
Education
Master of Science in Construction Management -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TxBSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering -
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, UKHigher National Diploma (HND) in Construction -
Bahrain Training Institute
Extended National Diploma (END) in Construction -
Bahrain Training Institute
Manama, BahrainSkills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Commercial construction experience
- Project planning and development
- Quality Assurance
- Performance monitoring
- Risk Management
- Construction management
Certification
- PMP, Project Management Institute, Pennsylvania, 2022
- TWC (Institution of Civil Engineers), 2021
- 30 Hours-OSHA, University of South Florida, 2023
- Procore Project Manager, Procore Software, 2023
- FIDIC Module 3, FIDIC, 2023
- PMI-RMP , Project Management Institute, Pennsylvania, 2023
Affiliations
- ICE Member - (Institution of Civil Engineers) UK
- ASCE Member (American Society of Civil Engineers)
- PMI Member (Project Management Institute) USA
- CSA Member (Construction Student Association) USA
- PCI Member (Pre-casted Concrete Institute) USA
Construction Software
- Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint – 2005
- Revit – 2019
- AutoCAD (2D- 3D) – 2008
- Navisworks – 2022
- Primavera 06 – 2015
Honors And Awards
- Graduate instructor Assistantship ($17,361 per year)
- Best employee of the quarter Award – Nass Contracting 2022
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S SEEF PROPERTIES (client of a handed-over project) – 2021
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S PACE (Consultant of a handed-over project) – 2020
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S EAGLE HILLS (client of a handed-over project) – 2019
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S GHE (Consultant of a handed-over project) – 2016
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S DRAGON CITY (client of a handed-over project) – 2015
- Certificate of Appreciation from M/S AECOM (Consultant of a handed-over project) – 2014
- Certificate of appreciation for project exception competition M/S BTI (Previous institution) – 2015
Alternate Email
Ekw49@txstate.edu
Projects
AL-Bustan Palace Development, The Royal Court of Bahrain, City Engineering, Recreational/ Residential, $2.64 M Family Entertainment Center-FEC, SEEF Properties, GHE, Entertainment, $1.68 M, www.instagram.com/yabeela.bh/ Liwan Mixed Use Development, SEEF Properties, PACE, Mixed Use, $18.9 Million, alliwan.com.bh/about-us/ NBR Buildings Marassi AL-Bahrain, Eagle Hills, DAR, Residential, $28.3 Million, www.efpeurofacade.com/portfolio/marassi-al-bahrain-nbr/ 400KV Transmission Development, Electricity and Water Authority, Mott MacDonald, Infra, $52.4 Million, mcsix.me/400-kv-transmission-development-transformer-and-reactor-works-package The Avenues Mall-Bahrain, AL Retaj, MSCEB, Commercial-Large Shopping Mall, $50.00 Million, www.the-avenues.com/bahrain/en Khalifa Prince Khalifa Bin Salman Recreational Park, Ministry of Municipality & Agr, MSCEB, AECOM, Recreational, $0.83 Million, www.nasscorporation.com/projects.php?p=178&lin=162 Diyar Infra Phase 1, Diyar Homes, AECOM, Residential (Houses, and Villas), $1.89 Million, aecom.com/content/projects/diyar-al-muharraq/ Hidd STP Infrastructure development, Ministry of Works, Scott Wilson, URS, Sewage Treatment Plane, $6.0 Million, gec.qa/project/hidd-sewage-treatment-plant/ Water transmission development Projects 2009-2012- Water Station Central (WSC), Electricity and Water Authority, WTD, MML (Mott McDonald), $15.5 Million, www.nasscorporation.com/projects.php?p=372&lin Dragon City Mall Bahrain, Chinamex – Diyar, GHE, AECOM, Commercial, $52.8 Million, aecom.com/projects/dragon-city-mall/ Construction & Maintenance of 483 Villas at East Hidd, Ministry of Housing, Al Matouck - Gulf House Engineering JV, Housing and Villas, $86 Million, www.nasscorporation.com/projects.php?p=217&lin=162 King Hamad University Hospital, Ministry of Health, Al AHDG/Ismail Khonji Assoc, $67.3 Million, www.nasscorporation.com/projects.php?p=177&lin=162 Applied Science University, Applied Science University, Al AHDG/Ismail Khonji Assoc, $43.0 Million, www.nasscorporation.com/projects.php?p=169&lin=162
Timeline
Project Manager
Nass Contracting
12.2021 - 01.2023
Construction Manager
Nass Contracting
07.2017 - 09.2019
Site QA/QC Manager
Nass Contracting
01.2016 - 07.2017
Senior QA/QC Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2014 - 12.2015
Senior Site Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2011 - 11.2013
QA/QC Engineer
Nass Contracting
04.2010 - 03.2011
Site Engineer
BMDS
08.2009 - 03.2010
Master of Science in Construction Management -
Texas State University
BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering -
Leeds Beckett University
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Construction -
Bahrain Training Institute
Extended National Diploma (END) in Construction -
Bahrain Training Institute
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