Shawkat Alrjoub, Project Manager

Shawkat Alrjoub

Project Manager

GE Grid solutions

Location
Saudi Arabia
Education
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Power Engineering
Experience
22 years, 5 Months

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Total years of experience :22 years, 5 Months

Project Manager at GE Grid solutions
  • Saudi Arabia - Khobar
  • November 2014 to August 2021

EPC Projects Manager Handling all Eastern Region Projects (6 years and 9 months).
Achievements: - Initiate, Manage, and close the following projects not only within but also exceeds financial, Scope
and Time goals.
 Medyan Gas Plant 132/13.8 KV substation as per Aramco Specs. (Main Contractor is L&T hydrocarbons)
 Jizan Refinery Utility 132/33/13.8KV Substation as per Aramco Specs (Main Contractor is HITACHI)
 Fadhili Gas Facility 132/33/13.8KV substation as per Aramco Specs (Main Contractor is Tecnicas Reunidas)
 Ras Tanura Gas Facility 132/69/13.8KV substation as per Aramco Specs (Main Contractor is Tecnicas Reunidas)
 Authmaniyha EDRF Gas Plant 230/33/13.8 KV Substation as per Aramco Specs (Main Contractor is HDEC)
 Jubail 380/230/132/33 KV Substation As per NG Specs. (We were the main contractor)
 Dahiyah 380/230/132 KV Substation As per NG Specs. (We were the main contractor)
 Jubail-2 RO plant 230/33KV substation C-2 as per SWCC Specs (Main Contractor is SEPCOIII).
Responsibilities:
 Manage to meet or exceed client expectations through effective communication and relationship development.
 Lead Change Order proposals, offer preparation, customer negotiations, and implement the change.
 Lead project team through different phases starting of initiation, planning, execution and closing to ensure that goals & objectives
are achieved.
 Ensure that the project is planned and performed within the cost, time limits as per contractual agreement.
 Develop project execution plans and lead team from different cross functions to achieve Project milestones.
 Initiate development of the Work Breakdown Structure and schedule, including engineering, purchasing/procurement, delivery,
construction, commissioning, and Customer training activities.
 Manage project risks/opportunity Sessions and lead effort to develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
 Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance.
 Manage operational activities for monitoring and controls of projects.
 Ensure project documentation is complete, current, and archived appropriately.
 Drive process discipline to ensure Project team (engineering, documentation, manufacturing, etc.) comply with company policies
and procedures.
 Analyze projects profitability through control of revenue, labor, and material cost, and other overhead costs to achieve project
financial targets.
 Analyze Actual performance compared to budget, investigate variances, cost over runs and initiate corrective actions.
 Ensure good communication with the management, including update of the periodic reports, and participates in monthly project
review meetings.
 Mentor and provide guidance to project team and act as servant leader.
 Leading the project team for Project execution on-time.
 Ensure full compliance with company and governmental safety regulations.
 Coordinate projects regard to resource planning and allocation (multi-project management).
 Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
 Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready
to start immediately.
 Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
 Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Sales & Tendering Manager at ABB S/S & Power Plants Automations
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • March 2011 to September 2014

 Leading preparation of technical solutions approved by customer.
 Leading internal departments activities including BOQ preparation, resources calculations, execution plans,
procurement's plans, risk exposures and other overheads to be reflected in financial calculations sheets (tender
budget).
 Leading the internal meetings with commercial/sales teams to analyze the P&L of the tender and finalize the strategy
of approaching customer with competent techno-commercial offer.
 Participating with commercial team in negotiation with customer and pre-bid and post-bid clarifications until reach to
win-win deal and securing order.
 Leading the tendering team in process of order booking and handover meeting to projects department and execution
initiations.
 Create and support technical and sourcing initiatives which led to costs reduction in techno-commercial offers hence
increase unite market-share.
 Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
 Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
 Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
 Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents to ensure smooth operations.
 Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
 Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
 Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
 Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
 Collaborated with Sales and Operations to achieve order secured.
 Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
 Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
 Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
 Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
 Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
 Developed team communications and information for meetings.

Projects Manager at ABB Power Plants & Substation's Automations
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • February 2007 to March 2011

 Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
 Manage to meet or exceed client expectations through effective communication and relationship development.
 Lead Change Order proposals, offer preparation, customer negotiations, and implement the change.
 Lead project team through different phases starting of initiation, planning, execution and closing to ensure that goals &
objectives are achieved.
 Ensure that the project is planned and performed within the cost, time limits as per contractual agreement.
 Develop project execution plans and lead team from different cross functions to achieve Project milestones.
 Initiate development of the Work Breakdown Structure and schedule, including engineering, purchasing/procurement,
delivery, construction, commissioning, and Customer training activities.
 Manage project risks/opportunity Sessions and lead effort to develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
 Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance.
 Manage operational activities for monitoring and controls of projects.
 Ensure project documentation is complete, current, and archived appropriately.
 Drive process discipline to ensure Project team (engineering, documentation, manufacturing, etc.) comply with
company policies and procedures.
 Analyze projects profitability through control of revenue, labor, and material cost, and other overhead costs to achieve
project financial targets.
 Analyze Actual performance compared to budget, investigate variances, cost over runs and initiate corrective actions.
 Ensure good communication with the management, including update of the periodic reports, and participates in
monthly project review meetings.
 Mentor and provide guidance to project team and act as servant leader.
 Leading the project team for Project execution on-time.
 Ensure full compliance with company and governmental safety regulations.
 Coordinate projects regard to resource planning and allocation (multi-project management).
 Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information, and compiled data to improve
efficiency.
 closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
 Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
 Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
 Fostered relationships with vendors to foster positive working relationships.
 Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor, and maintenance needs.
 Provided management for internal personnel, contractors, and vendors.
 Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely
with senior leaders.
 Managed all phases of projects from procurement to commissioning.
 Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
 Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
 Headed project teams specializing in design and launch activities.
 Eliminated discrepancies in progress by reviewing performance, spend and timeline.
 Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
 Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
 Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
 Identified, reviewed, and applied policies and procedures.

Projects Manager at ISCOSA Siemens
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • October 2003 to January 2007

Achievements: - Initiate, Manage, and close the following projects not only within but also exceeds financial, Scope
and Time constraints.
 LSTK Transformer Reinforcement of 132/33kv Substations 8006 & 8814 & 8805
 LSTK Install Under Voltage Load Shedding Equipment at 132kv S/S Nos. 8004, 8031, 8032, 8060, 8066,
8068, 8078, 8091, 8098, 8104, 8710 & 8818.
Responsibilities:
 Managing project and business plan implementation for Turn-Key Substations and cables projects department as profit
center head complying with company policies/guidelines/instructions to meet the project's Objectives Through
Following Duties:

 Managing project and business plan implementation for Turn-Key Substations and cables projects department as profit
center head complying with company policies/guidelines/instructions to meet the project's Objectives Through
Following Duties:
 Manage to meet or exceed client expectations through effective communication and relationship development.
 Lead Change Order proposals, offer preparation, customer negotiations, and implement the change.
 Lead project team through different phases starting of initiation, planning, execution and closing to ensure that goals &
objectives are achieved.
 Ensure that the project is planned and performed within the cost, time limits as per contractual agreement.
 Develop project execution plans and lead team from different cross functions to achieve Project milestones.
 Initiate development of the Work Breakdown Structure and schedule, including engineering, purchasing/procurement,
delivery, construction, commissioning, and Customer training activities.
 Manage project risks/opportunity Sessions and lead effort to develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
 Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance.
 Manage operational activities for monitoring and controls of projects.
 Ensure project documentation is complete, current, and archived appropriately.
 Drive process discipline to ensure Project team (engineering, documentation, manufacturing, etc.) comply with
company policies and procedures.
 Analyze projects profitability through control of revenue, labor, and material cost, and other overhead costs to achieve
project financial targets.
 Analyze Actual performance compared to budget, investigate variances, cost over runs and initiate corrective actions.
 Ensure good communication with the management, including update of the periodic reports, and participates in monthly
project review meetings.
 Mentor and provide guidance to project team and act as servant leader.
 Leading the project team for Project execution on-time.
 Ensure full compliance with company and governmental safety regulations.
 Coordinate projects regard to resource planning and allocation (multi-project management).

Site Manager at Al-toukhi For Industry & Trading
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • March 1999 to October 2003

Site Electrical Testing and Commissioning Manager. (Substations, cable, and Power plants) Riyadh,
K.S.A Reported to The Project Manager
Projects is 132/13.8 kv substation # 8116, 8022, 8067, 8027, 8021 & 8017 in Riyadh.
Responsibilities: -
 (Substations, cable, and Power plants) Riyadh, K.S.A Reported to The Project Manage.
 Full responsibility for details plans for Testing Commissioning of different equipment's at site.
 Act as company contact person coordinating with customer & vendors at project site & responsible for all technical
aspects (Modification and Commissioning).
 Directed daily operations and business plan implementation for Project commissioning plans execution in line with
overall project plan.
 Preparation of the regular progress reports to establish the invoices accordingly by project team.
 Coordination between the subcontractors, suppliers & client at site & arrange all the resources plans to have optimum &
on time completion in compliance with project over all schedules.
 Preparing the daily, weekly & monthly reports for the Project manager & the client.
 Preparing action plans for site bunch list and customer comments and guide testing engineers to implement up to
customer satisfaction.
 Managed safety, process and documentation, installation quality, proprietary software, and products.
 Monitored key metrics of commissioning team to meet performance expectations.
 Assessed logs and reports to identify inefficiencies, boost production levels and enhance safety.
 Prepared reports and communicated commissioning activities to stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Electrical Power Engineering
  • at Yarmouk Uneversity
  • February 1999

Specialties & Skills

Commissioning
Management
Project Management
Minutes
Power Plants DCS ,Process Automation & Substation Automation
Project Planing with Microsoft projects
Project Managment
Power generation , Substation & Process Automations Systems installation & Commissioning
Microsoft office

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

SAP Training (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Training on The ABB Products Operating Sys (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Training on the ABB Relay Line Distance protection REL670 (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Training on the ABB Relay Transformer Protection RET 670 (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Training on the ABB Relay Line Diff Protection RED 670 (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Bus bar Protection (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Feeder Protection (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Managing Projects Using M.S. Project (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Lean Principle & just on time Manufacture (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Project Safety Management Training (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Finance for non-finance managers (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
Managing Conflict through Influence (Training)
Training Institute:
ABB University
ABB Project Management Certificate (Certificate)
Project Management Applications (Training)
Training Institute:
Washington University
Project Leadership Management & Communication (Training)
Training Institute:
Washington University
Project Planning Analysis & Control (Training)
Training Institute:
Washington University
Programmable logic controller’s theory (Training)
Training Institute:
Jordanian Engineering Association
PMP (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2021
Valid Until:
February 2026