Ubaid Bin Saad Quraishi

Dynamic Project Manager with 20+ years' experience leading infrastructure, civil, building and mixed-use projects complimented with a Bachelors degree in civil engineering. Proven success in negotiating changes, enhancing client relationships, and achieving a reduction in project timelines. PMP-certified, fluent in English, and adaptable to diverse environments. Committed to driving technical and commercial excellence. Seeking a challenging role in Madina Al Munawarah or around to contribute to strategic project management expertise

RECENT KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

Project Management Expertise:

• Demonstrated 100% success in project management, evidenced by a proven track record in overseeing infrastructure and civil projects.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets effectively, ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability, resulting in a 10% cost savings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identified potential risks and implemented contingency plans, reducing the impact of unforeseen issues by 20%.

Hands-On Technical Engagement:

• Enjoyed being hands-on technically in projects, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the work and fostering effective management.

Client Relationship Enhancement:

• Successfully secured additional work with clients, resulting in a 20% increase in project scope and revenue.

Efficiency Improvement:

• Implemented streamlined project planning processes, reducing project timelines by 15%.
• Motivated cross-functional teams, contributing to a 15% improvement in team alignment and cooperation.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Led negotiations with regulatory agencies and public meetings, achieving a 25% improvement in regulatory compliance.

Quality Assurance Excellence:

• Enhanced quality control processes, leading to a 98% adherence to established standards in project deliverables.

Communication Effectiveness:

• Demonstrates excellent spoken and written English language skills, by clear communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members; established weekly meetings, improving project communication, and leading to a 30% reduction in coordination issues.

Leadership Impact:

• Showcased superior initiative, judgment, and leadership skills, having previously led large-scale programs effectively; directed project execution, assigned responsibilities strategically, and contributed to a 20% improvement in team productivity.

Project Documentation Accuracy:

• Maintained accurate project documentation, achieving a 95% accuracy rate in project plans, reports, and other critical documents.

Educational and experience qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with over 20 years of extensive experience, meeting the educational and experience requirements.
• Have 19 years of experience working in KSA, showcasing familiarity with local practices and regulations, and 8 years of experience working in Australia demonstrating similar experience internationally.
• Holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of industry practices, regulations, and current technology trends complemented with the support of AI tools, ensuring effective project management.

These achievements highlight my quantifiable contributions and showcase my ability to deliver.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

1. Department of Transport, Melbourne, Australia                         Mar 2019 - present
   Projects Manager
2. Transport for NSW, Sydney, Australia                                           July 2015 - Feb 2019
   Projects Manager / Contracts Manager
3. Turner International Middle East, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia           Sep 2005 - Jun 2015
   Sr. Project Engineer, / Project Engineer
4. Ishada Contracting Co., Jeddah, Saudi Arabia                            Oct 1999 - Aug 2005
   Construction Manager / Project Engineer
5. Arabian Oil Co, Al Khafji, Saudi Arabia                                           Sep 1996 - Sep 1999
   Site Engineer
    

1. Bachelor of Civil Engineering: Osmania University INIDA,
2. PMP ® (No. 1862172): PMI (PMBOK) USA,
3. PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner- APMG UK,
4. Certificate IV in Built Environment, TAFE Australia, 
5. Certificate in OH&S TAFE Australia,
6. Strategic Management - Adv. Corporate Strategy - Adv. Contracts, Tendering & Public Procurement
7. FIDIC Contracts Trainings