Ahmed Safty, PMP®, PMO-CP®

Experience

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  Egyptian Company For Contracting

  Sept 2005 - Aug 2006

  Site Engineer and Quantity Surveyor

  Follow up and supervise the construction process as Site Engineer for residential projects and quantity surveyor

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  EEC Group (Engineering Enterprises for Civil & Steel Constructions S.A.E.)

  Aug 2006 - Sept 2007

  Site CW and Acceptance Engineer

  Follow up and supervise the field actions for different models of sites and working with many specifications for different customers (Huawei, Ericsson, Nokia, Orange, Vodafone and Etisalat)

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  Huawei

  Sept 2007 - Jul 2020

  Supporting On-site and remotely all Middle East and North Africa countries for a mega Turnkey projects (E2E) in different domains and phases from the Pre-Sales phase until project closure considering all the project management processes Managing a full Turnkey Project from the initiation until closure with the customer and finalize all the works activities on time to achieve the targeted budget, and needed scope of Etisalat Account with project value 40M USD with P&L responsibility Manage the new biddings and Rollout actions for the implementation and acceptance phase for all the running CW projects for all Etisalat Account Handling multiple stakeholders for a mega project to implement more than 1000 sites and handover it to the customer before the deadline with highest quality by improving team collaboration Follow up and support the Site Engineers for the sites implementation in order to ensure the delivery on time with the highest quality within the scope Have supervised and followed up all the sites’ typologies including (RT, GF, Camouflaged sites, quick site...) with different heights and design

  • Roll-Out Manager / Pre-Sales Team Leader

    Jul 2015 - Jul 2020

  • Deputy Project Manager/ Pre-Sales Support

    Jan 2014 - Jul 2015

  • Account Construction Manager

    Nov 2012 - Jan 2014

  • Construction Manager

    Aug 2008 - Nov 2012

  • Senior CW Engineer

    Feb 2008 - Aug 2008

  • Site Controller

    Sept 2007 - Feb 2008
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  Confidential

  Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

  Delivery Manager

  • Monitor progress against key milestones and deliverables, making adjustments as needed to keep projects on track.• Manage stakeholder expectations by providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring alignment with project goals.• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the delivery process, working closely with teams to find solutions.• Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance delivery processes, reduce errors, and improve overall quality.• Develop and refine delivery processes, methodologies, and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.• Analyze and optimize workflows to streamline operations, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance productivity.• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and customers, ensuring their needs are understood and met throughout the delivery process.• Ensure that services or products delivered to clients meet agreed-upon standards and timelines.• Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and identify opportunities for process improvement in future projects.• Prepare for and support audits related to delivery processes, ensuring that all documentation and practices meet audit requirements. Show less

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  Nokia

  Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

  Project Manager/ Technical Support and Pre-Sales

  • Define project objectives, deliverables, requirements, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.• Conduct feasibility studies and all the (RFP/RFQ/RFI) with handling with the other departments; Finance, Legal, Procurement and all stakeholders to effectively execute the tendering process• Identify and engage key stakeholders to gather requirements and align project goals.• Develop and maintain project schedules, including task assignments, timelines, and milestones, ensuring all aspects are tracked and delivered on time.• Coordinate and manage resources, including internal teams and external Sub-contractors, to ensure the successful execution of tasks.• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, risk assessments, and technical challenges.• Maintain clear and open communication channels with all stakeholders, including technical teams, management, and customers, to ensure alignment and transparency.• Coordinate and manage the acceptance to ensure that the final product meets customer needs and technical specifications.• Supervise the implementation, ensuring they are deployed according to plan and within the agreed-upon parameters.• Ensure a smooth handover of the project to operational teams, including the transfer of documentation, knowledge, and responsibilities.• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring that all expenditures are tracked and remain within approved limits.• Implement cost-control measures to optimize resource utilization and reduce unnecessary expenditures.• Provide regular financial updates to stakeholders, including cost forecasts, variance analysis, and budget adjustments Show less

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  Confidential

  Jan 2022 - May 2024

  PMO/ Delivery Projects Manager

  • Establish project management methodologies, tools, templates, and standards to ensure consistency and quality across all projects.• Ensure that projects comply with organizational policies, procedures, and standards.• Implement risk management processes to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the project portfolio.• Monitor and manage the entire project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and resource availability.• Develop criteria for project prioritization and ensure that resources are allocated to projects that deliver the most value.• Track and report on the progress, performance, and outcomes of projects within the portfolio.• Identify and address skill gaps by providing training, coaching, and development opportunities for project managers and teams.• Provide direct support to project managers in planning, execution, and problem resolution.• Guide project teams on the use of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.• Facilitate communication and collaboration across project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.• Develop and maintain project performance metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to track the projects status.• Identify and implement improvements to project management processes based on performance analysis and feedback.• Identify, analyze, and manage relationships with key stakeholders to ensure their needs and expectations are met.• Develop and implement communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed about project progress, risks, and changes.• Align project management practices with the organization’s strategic goals and objectives.• Lead or support organizational change initiatives related to project management and process improvement.• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to continually enhance the PMO’s effectiveness.• Lead and inspire the PMO team, providing direction, support, and professional development opportunities. Show less