Abdullah Alasmari

Experience

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  Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia

  Aug 2009 - Oct 2013

  Team Leader of Planning and Development

  Maintenance Contracts Development & Implementation: Led the development and implementation of maintenance contracts for school infrastructure, ensuring compliance with quality standards and timelines for efficient operations.Operational Guidelines & Manuals: Issued detailed manuals for school maintenance, providing clear, structured guidelines to support ongoing upkeep and optimize operational efficiency.Restoration & Rehabilitation Program Management: Developed and managed a program to monitor and follow up on restoration and rehabilitation projects, including maintenance needs for air-conditioning and cooler systems.Quality Control & Compliance Oversight: Conducted quality control assessments for restoration and rehabilitation projects, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and project specifications.Rented Buildings Evaluation & Replacement Planning: Assessed and formulated plans for the elimination or replacement of rented buildings, contributing to cost-effective property management and enhancing overall facility performance.Renovation & Demolition Strategy: Developed strategies for the renovation or demolition of government buildings aged over 30 years, addressing structural safety concerns and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.Committee Leadership & Bid Analysis: Led committees focused on analyzing bids for air conditioning, refrigeration tenders, maintenance contracts, and inspecting rented school buildings, ensuring cost-effective solutions and high-quality service delivery. Show less

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  Shada Industrial Construction Services Co. Ltd

  Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  Projects Manager

  Project / Client: Electrical Substation & Modon Ready built factories– SEC, ModonProject Oversight & Delivery: Directed and oversaw all project activities from initiation to completion, ensuring that projects were delivered on time, within budget, and met client expectations, while maintaining a high level of quality and compliance.Administrative Optimization: Reviewed, developed, and optimized administrative procedures to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and reduce unnecessary complexity within project workflows.Contract Compliance & Feasibility: Studied, analyzed, and reviewed new contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, feasibility of project scope, and alignment with overall project goals and client expectations.Quotation Preparation: Prepared detailed and accurate quotations for new projects, considering scope, resources, timelines, and cost estimates, ensuring clients were provided with clear, transparent pricing.Commitment Tracking & Adherence: Managed and tracked all high-integrity commitments throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and contractual obligations.Milestone Delivery Management: Took full responsibility for project milestone delivery, coordinating resources efficiently and resolving any issues or delays promptly to maintain project momentum and alignment with set objectives.Resource Allocation & Team Management: Defined project priorities and managed team members' workload and capacity, ensuring optimal resource allocation to maximize productivity, minimize bottlenecks, and ensure project success. Show less

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  Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia

  Aug 2014 - Jul 2023

  Tender Management: Spearheaded the preparation and review of new project tenders, ensuring 100% alignment with company goals and standards, and managed follow-ups until the successful issuance of the Letter of Award (LOA).Project Oversight: Managed all projects within the Central Region, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with quality standards.Cross-Functional Leadership: Led and coordinated project teams, including project managers, engineers, and support staff, optimizing collaboration and performance to achieve high-quality results.Stakeholder Management: Served as the primary liaison for external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships, resolving challenges, and ensuring seamless project execution.Quality Assurance: Implemented rigorous quality control measures throughout the project lifecycle, upholding company standards and driving efficiency improvements.Financial Management: Tracked and approved project invoices, ensuring compliance with financial policies and project budgets.Project Handover: Chaired project handovers, ensuring smooth transitions, completion of deliverables, and comprehensive knowledge transfer for operational continuity.Performance Monitoring: Conducted regular project performance reviews, identifying improvement areas and driving continuous enhancement in project management processes.Reporting & Analytics: Developed comprehensive reports and dashboards for senior management, providing visibility into project progress, risks, and overall outcomes.Risk Mitigation: Mediated and resolved conflicts between project stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and maintaining project momentum. Show less Team Leadership & Coordination: Directed cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and contractors, to optimize workflows and ensure continuous maintenance of the building’s infrastructure.Maintenance Strategy Development: Developed and implemented maintenance strategies aimed at improving operational efficiency, safety, and the longevity of facilities, ensuring the proper functioning of critical systems and regulatory compliance.Budget Management: Spearheaded finance and budget management for the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) contract, monitoring expenditures, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring optimal resource allocation.Tender Process Management: Led the preparation and management of tender documents for the Ministry of Education’s M&O contract, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and regulatory requirements.Leadership & Mentorship: Provided leadership and mentorship to project teams, overseeing daily M&O operations, tracking contractor performance, and delivering regular updates to senior leadership on project progress and risks.Operational Efficiency: Conducted regular site inspections and assessments to identify and rectify maintenance issues, ensuring compliance with local regulations and maintaining high standards.Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborated with key stakeholders, including Ministry of Education leadership and external service providers, ensuring seamless integration of M&O services with broader institutional goals.Daily Operations Supervision: Managed daily M&O operations, overseeing contractor performance and ensuring tasks were completed smoothly, on time, and in compliance with contractual obligations.Progress Reporting & Risk Management: Maintained detailed records of contractor progress, tracking performance against milestones and providing senior leadership with regular updates and risk mitigation strategies. Show less Design Consultants Prequalification Management: Managed design consultants prequalification, ensuring 100% compliance with project requirements and standards, and led the review and approval of school building designs to align with functional, aesthetic, and regulatory needs.Design Review & Approval: Led the review and approval of school building designs, ensuring alignment with local codes, regulations, and the project’s functional and aesthetic goals, meeting all necessary design criteria.Sustainability & Smart Building Technologies: Studied and applied innovative development concepts, including sustainability practices and smart building technologies, to improve project efficiency, energy usage, and long-term value.Soil Report Review: Oversaw the review and approval of soil reports for new projects, ensuring the suitability of the ground for construction and advising on any necessary adjustments for optimal foundation support.Data Center Establishment: Spearheaded the establishment of a data center for structural projects, overseeing planning, design, and installation to support operational needs and ensure future scalability.Stakeholder & Vendor Relations: Developed and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors, and vendors, facilitating effective communication and ensuring project requirements were met on time and within budget. Show less Team Leadership & Project Execution: Led a team to track and ensure the timely execution of Maintenance and Operations (M&O) projects, optimizing operational workflows, resource allocation, and project delivery to meet deadlines and quality standards.Monitoring Systems Development: Developed and implemented monitoring systems to track project progress, ensuring strict adherence to timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints, while providing reports to senior management for informed decision-making.Cross-Functional Team Coordination: Coordinated cross-functional teams to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving, ensuring smooth execution of M&O projects and prompt resolution of any issues.Progress Reporting & Strategic Alignment: Provided regular updates and detailed reports on the status of ongoing M&O projects to senior management, ensuring projects remained aligned with the organization’s strategic goals and objectives.Documentation Streamlining: Streamlined project documentation processes to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards, improving efficiency and reducing administrative burden.Risk Mitigation Strategies: Identified potential project risks and implemented proactive mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions, ensure project continuity, and enhance the overall efficiency of project execution.Training & Skill Development: Conducted training sessions for project teams to improve skills in project management, risk assessment, and resource optimization, fostering team development and improving project delivery capabilities.Budget Management & Cost Control: Played a key role in project budget management, closely monitoring expenditures and ensuring cost control measures were implemented, ensuring that projects were completed within financial parameters. 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  • Central Region Projects Group Manager

    Apr 2019 - Jul 2023

  • Assistant Director of Central Buildings Department

    Mar 2018 - Apr 2019

  • Project Manager- Design and Studies Department

    Feb 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Team Leader of Deputy Central Program for Follow Up M&O Projects

    Aug 2014 - Feb 2016
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  AECOM

  Jul 2023 - now

  Stakeholder / Interface Manager

  Project / Client: DGII- Infrastructure sitewide and related Works – Diriyah CompanyStakeholder Engagement: Led engagement strategies to foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless communication between internal and external stakeholders.Regulatory Compliance: Managed key interfaces between project teams, regulatory bodies, and business partners, mitigating risks and ensuring 100% compliance with industry standards.Governance Frameworks: Developed and implemented comprehensive governance structures to streamline decision-making, enhance stakeholder accountability, and guide projects toward successful outcomes.Project Execution: Oversaw high-integrity commitments, ensuring seamless execution by securing work permits, maintaining regulatory compliance, and addressing emerging challenges.Strategic Liaison: Acted as a strategic liaison between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex project requirements into actionable insights for seamless stakeholder alignment.Negotiation & Issue Management: Led negotiations and conflict resolution, balancing stakeholder interests while maintaining project timelines, quality, and compliance.Stakeholder Optimization: Monitored feedback and engagement metrics, continuously refining strategies to improve collaboration and maximize project success.Permit Management: Managed the study, review, and acquisition of work permits from internal and external regulatory authorities, ensuring full adherence to legal requirements.Regulatory Coordination: Facilitated communication between design consultants, contractors, and relevant authorities, ensuring alignment with updated specifications and compliance standards.Risk Mitigation: Supported executive leadership with data-driven insights and reports to inform strategic decision-making and proactively mitigate project risks. Show less