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Ahmed S. Akl
Construction Manager
Giza
Summary
Offering 15 years of on-site field administration expertise within Metro lines, construction of steel structures, and sewage networks from execution to handover phase.
Proactive, hands-on construction management leader with a bold record of success directing site implementation works, including the Underground and Overground Metro lines projects developed for private clients and the government.
Unparalleled contribution in meeting cost, schedule milestones, safety policies and quality control standards for the "Metro Lines" mega project in Egypt, representing the organizational objectives of achieving a green environment and sustainability.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Site Construction Manager
National Authority For Tunnels
Giza, GZ
02.2018 - Current
- Provide hands-on field administration/supervision and technical management to execution of Cairo metro third line phase 3c stations, including three underground stations, one station at grade, viaduct section, and one elevated station (7km total length) representing 30% out of project’s total budget of 7 billion EGP and 440 Million Euro for civil works and arrangement
- Closely monitor site development, approve quantity surveying, and implement quality control procedures according to approved plans and project specifications
- Supervise site implementation activities to ensure KPIs aligned with Safety and delivery are met in accordance with business requirements
- Metro Project is executed by well-known International contractor in Industry of construction with multi culture and nationalities staff “Vinci Construction Company”
- Effectively controlled and set on conflicts with interfaced parties/stakeholders on project sites and routes while collaborating with other groups of electromechanical works project to track progress and resolve impediments
- Led and mentored newly hired team on daily tasks in 7km route encompassing five metro stations underground- at elevated and grade criteria, vertical shafts/annexes and viaduct (segmented bridge), foundations (diaphragm walls, piling "bored piles, mono piles, micro piles") and structures (steel and concrete structure and composite ones).
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for five years
- Conducted routine quality audits to verify progression against specifications and initiated corrective actions to remedy concerns
Senior Site Construction Management and Materials Engineer
BECT Company
Jizan
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Oversaw execution of sewage networks, including pipe networks of various diameters, such as vitrified clay pipes, concrete pipes, GRP pipes, and precast R.C manholes, as well as installation of pump stations by Caisson sinking method, which included insertion of force main lines made of R.C entrance, ductile iron, and slow down Chambers
- Revised quantity surveying, approved materials, followed-up quality control tests, and consistently reported progress to client
- (Project budget 160 Million SAR)
- Resolved payment issues caused by applying micro tunneling method to execute 800mm line in depth of 8m using contract BOQ items and technical method statements without violating contract conditions
- Proposed and adapted mass concrete mix design utilizing cement replacement material "fly-ash" to open caisson with 1.5m thick walls to prevent leakage from cracking caused by temperature stresses and nature of gulf countries with excessive moisture and temperature in summer "KSA-Jizan region."
- Documented work in form of quality control applications and inspected concrete mix design approvals and site-based tests.
Junior Site Engineer
National Authority
Cairo
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Performed variety of civil/structural engineering activities during execution of Cairo metro third line phase #2, Metro's light repair workshop, and underground Metro stations
- Assisted with site investigations, revised quantity surveying, completed calculations, and provided feedback and solutions to issues encountered during construction phase
- Supervised site inspections for multipurpose buildings with concrete and steel structures and concrete frame medium-rise high-voltage building techniques
- Oversaw water supply and sewage piping, electric pulling chambers, "multi-tubular” and firefighting network infrastructure projects in Metro workshop construction.
First Lieutenant Engineer
The National Authority of Armed Forces
Suhag, SU
06.2008 - 10.2009
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Followed up Construction of Suhag National Airport, – the passenger’s lobby.
- Performed construction duties and managing, organizing the subcontractor’s works in site.
Junior Technical office and Site Engineer
Arab Mechanicals
Cairo, CAI
08.2006 - 10.2006
- Supervised and monitored daily tasks of Steel Erection subcontractors.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Prepared site reports and organized subcontractor invoices, codes documentation and schematics.
- Supervised on telecommunications steel towers erection.
- Performed the shop drawings before manufacturing and following up erection in sites.
- Implemented quantity surveying for the steel sections before sending to the workshop to start manufacturing.
- followed up the manufacturing of the steel sections according to the shop drawings and perform the required inspections before launching to site.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration and Management, General
ESLSCA University
Cairo 10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Structures Division
Banha University
Cairo 09.2000 - 07.2006
Skills
Team Leadership and Communicationsundefined
Affiliations
- Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)
- Egyptian Engineers Syndicate
Accomplishments
· Championed and empowered five teams of construction consultants and superintendents to provide new approaches for solving complex problems in a large project with a variety of interfaces, resulting in a 100% completion of the work scope.
· Delivered cost-effective solutions for constructions and raw project materials at BECT Company by undertaking technical issues on-site, rolling out vertical shafts of pumping stations using the sinking technique method, and calculating the steel beams impeded within the plain caisson concrete.
· Directed efforts in resolving a dispute between two related projects by proposing technical and construction workarounds, in addition, introducing a course of action for safety issues on construction sites, achieving zero accidents in the zone.
Additional Information
Date / Place of birth: July 1983, Giza, Egypt • Nationality: Egyptian • Marital Status: Single • Egyptian and Saudi Driving licenses: Yes
Software
Certification
PMI-PMP
Interests
Chess Playing, Reading, Football
Quote
Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
Will Rodgers
Timeline
PMI-PMP
02-2022
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration and Management, General
ESLSCA University
10.2021 - Current
Senior Site Construction Manager
National Authority For Tunnels
02.2018 - Current
Senior Site Construction Management and Materials Engineer
BECT Company
11.2014 - 01.2018
Junior Site Engineer
National Authority
03.2010 - 10.2014
First Lieutenant Engineer
The National Authority of Armed Forces
06.2008 - 10.2009
Junior Technical office and Site Engineer
Arab Mechanicals
08.2006 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Structures Division
Banha University
09.2000 - 07.2006
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