Mohamed Kroush
Project Control Lead
Doha
Summary
Determined Controls Engineer with sound knowledge of quality assurance procedures, strategic planning and specification review. Analytical problem-solver with strengths in communication and organization. Comfortable working for long periods of time with little to no supervision. Diligent Controls Engineer with over 15 years of experience in controls engineering. Adept at the design and testing of existing systems and new control systems. Talents in project management, programming languages, and consultancy support. Friendly and organized with familiarity with safety and health regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Lean and Continue Improvement Specialist
ITALCONSULT
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborative Planning: Work with cross-functional teams to develop and execute lean strategies and collaborate with various departments to understand their processes and identify opportunities for improvement
- Implementation of 5S: Lead the implementation of 5S methodology (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to organize and optimize the workplace and Ensure that workspaces are well-organized, clean, and standardized for maximum efficiency
- Continuous Improvement: Facilitate, and participate in improvement projects aimed at enhancing processes, reducing lead times, and improving overall productivity
- Best Practices: Identify and promote best practices in lean manufacturing or service delivery, Benchmark against industry standards, and implement improvements based on proven methodologies
- GEMBA Walk: Conduct regular GEMBA walks (go and see) to observe processes firsthand on the shop floor or in operational areas, and Engage with frontline employees to gather insights and identify improvement opportunities
- Waste Walk: Lead waste walks to identify and eliminate various forms of waste (e.g., overproduction, defects, waiting, excess inventory, motion, transportation, and over-processing).
- Training and Education: Provide training on lean principles and methodologies to employees at all levels and support the development of a lean mindset and skillset across the organization
- Metrics and Measurement: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives.
Project Control Lead
AL-AALI International
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Optimized resource allocation based on an analysis of workforce capabilities, availability, and workload balance requirements for each individual project stage.
- Improved cost management by closely monitoring budgets, identifying discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions.
- Enhanced project efficiency by developing and implementing detailed project controls plans and procedures.
- Project Planning and Control: Develop and oversee project plans, timelines, and budgets and implement project control mechanisms to monitor progress, identify variances, and take corrective actions.
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure the successful execution of projects, Optimize resource utilization, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Performance Measurement: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance and Implement systems for tracking and reporting on project progress and outcomes
- Lean Principles Integration: integrate lean principles into project management methodologies and identify and eliminate waste in project processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Cost Control Engineer
PetroServ For Construction
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-reduction opportunities and implement effective solutions.
- Enhanced transparency in project financials by creating comprehensive reports that clearly communicated progress toward budget goals to stakeholders.
- Ensured accurate financial reporting through thorough reviews of project expenditures, reconciliations, and adjustments.
- Regularly tracking and analyzing expenses to identify inefficiencies, cost-saving opportunities, and areas where costs can be reduced without compromising quality or productivity.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements that streamline operations, reduce waste, and lower costs while maintaining or improving quality standards.
- Evaluating performance metrics related to cost control efforts and making adjustments as needed to achieve cost reduction targets and improve overall financial performance.
Senior Planning Engineer
Eastern Synergy Contracting
11.2015 - 08.2019
- Skilled in creating, monitoring, and evaluating Recovery/Mitigation programs.
- Efficiently manage project operations for on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Develop comprehensive weekly/monthly project reports and execution plans.
- Conduct regular project progress reviews and undertake additional technical tasks.
- Review and submit tender planning packages within specified deadlines.
- Prepare preliminary plans for tender projects aligned with management requirements.
- Generate Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and derive cost details from programs.
- Regularly update look-ahead plans and cash flow projections based on the latest information.
- Preparing, Submitting & getting approval for extension of time (EOT) Claims.
- Reviewing and analyzing the subcontractor’s extension of times and submit recommendations to the client.
- Analysis the submitted delay events in detail as per the chronology and prepare a bar chart analysis.
Maintenance Planning Engineer
Ras Lanuf For Oil And Gas Company ( RASCO)
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Collaborating with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to develop comprehensive maintenance strategies for equipment, facilities, and assets. This involves analyzing equipment reliability data, historical maintenance records, and industry best practices to optimize maintenance schedules and minimize downtime.
- Developing detailed maintenance plans and schedules based on equipment criticality, operational requirements, and resource availability. This includes identifying maintenance tasks, establishing frequencies, estimating durations, and allocating resources such as manpower, materials, and equipment.
- Establishing preventive maintenance programs to proactively address equipment degradation and prevent unplanned downtime. This involves defining inspection intervals, lubrication schedules, calibration procedures, and other preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
- Continuously improving maintenance processes and procedures to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize asset uptime. This may involve implementing reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles, adopting condition-based maintenance (CBM) techniques, and utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for work order management and asset tracking.
- Investigating equipment failures, breakdowns, and performance deviations to identify underlying root causes and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence. This involves conducting failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), root cause analysis (RCA), and reliability analysis to improve equipment reliability and maintainability
Planning & Scheduling Engineer
Sacyr Construction Company
10.2008 - 01.2011
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive project schedules using specialized software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. This involves breaking down the project scope into manageable tasks, establishing dependencies, and determining realistic durations for each activity.
- Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to allocate resources such as manpower, equipment, and materials according to project requirements and constraints. This includes balancing resource availability with project deadlines to optimize resource utilization and minimize idle time.
- Performing critical path analysis to identify the sequence of activities that determine the shortest duration for completing the project. This helps prioritize critical tasks and focus resources on activities that have the most significant impact on project duration.
- Monitoring project progress against the planned schedule, identifying deviations, and analyzing the root causes of schedule variances. Providing regular progress reports to project stakeholders, highlighting key milestones achieved, and forecasting project completion dates based on current performance.
- Facilitating communication and coordination among project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment with the project schedule. Conducting regular meetings to review schedule status, address issues, and resolve conflicts to keep the project on track.
Education
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Benghazi University
Libya 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Problem-Solving
Operations Management
Key Performance Indicators
Certification
Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt
Timeline
Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt
01-2024
PMP (Project Management Professional )
12-2022
SP ( Schedule Professional)
04-2022
Lean and Continue Improvement Specialist
ITALCONSULT
04.2022 - Current
CM-Lean (Lean Construction Certificate )
05-2021
Project Control Lead
AL-AALI International
01.2021 - 03.2022
Cost Control Engineer
PetroServ For Construction
09.2019 - 12.2020
Senior Planning Engineer
Eastern Synergy Contracting
11.2015 - 08.2019
Maintenance Planning Engineer
Ras Lanuf For Oil And Gas Company ( RASCO)
02.2012 - 10.2015
Planning & Scheduling Engineer
Sacyr Construction Company
10.2008 - 01.2011
MBA - Entrepreneurship
Anglia Ruskin University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Benghazi University
04.2001 -