Amr Ghali
Cairo
Summary
Focused Project Manager bringing 17 years of developing continuous improvements throughout planning and implementation phases of projects. Demonstrated history of establishing and enforcing adherence to standards of excellence. Well-versed in mentoring and guiding associates to exceed client and stakeholder expectations. Accustomed to cultivating innovative ideas and encouraging new ideas that drive organization growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Acting As Director of Project Management Office
The American University In Cairo
Cairo
11.2023 - Current
- • Managing the new American Univeristy Campus Expansion Project.(116 Acres)
• Managing USAID Grants along with multiple projects simultaneously from initiation till closeout.
• Manage the project managers, follow up on all projects' status, and report to upper management.
• Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
• Identified potential project risks, devised proactive strategies to avoid roadblocks, and developed mitigation strategies.
• Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in the development or execution stages.
• Drafted project construction schedule and updated as the job progressed.
Assistant Director for Construction and Planning
The American University in Cairo (A.U.C.)
Cairo
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Managing the design management and project control of the three New Faculty housing projects.
• Managing USAID grants along with Multiple projects from Initiation till close out.
• Managed daily workflow of the project manager team by assigning tasks, tracking progress providing assistance when needed, and sending progress reports to upper management.
• Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
• Participated in the Development of the department's performance goals and methods for achieving milestones.
• Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
• Coordinated financial activities, budgeting, and forecasting for assigned departments.
Project Manager
The American University in Cairo (A.U.C.)
Cairo
02.2010 - 02.2018
- Managing the construction and finishing phases of Multiple projects in the University.
•Managed the construction of theAUC president's house until the handing over phase.
•Participated in the supervision of the faculty housing 2 plots construction till handing over.
•Managing mega renovation projects in the university like student dorms renovation.
•Review design and give technical advice if needed
•Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project
•Develop and monitor the schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and adjusts when needed.
•Prepare tender documents for projects and Participate in the procurement process.
•Execute the project according to the project plan
•Develop forms and records to document project activities
•Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders in the organization on the progress of the project
•Report and escalate to management as needed
•Review the quality of the work completed with the project team regularly to ensure that it meets the project standards.
Construction Field engineer
FLUOR INTERNATIONAL / PMI
Cairo
12.2008 - 02.2010
- Project Brief:
The American University New Campus at New Cairo, Egypt
The project is constructing and developing the new AUC campus in Cairo, which spans a 260-acre campus that weaves Egyptian urban and architectural traditions into a modern campus with a distinct emphasis on environmental sustainability. The new campus consists of buildings of classes, theatres, laboratories, a good court, student housing, sports facilities, and a library.
Project Manager: Fluor International. / Contractor: Joint venture (Samsung-Sam Crete). / Development cost: 400 million US Dollars.
Responsibilities:
•Perform a daily Inspection for finished work to ensure compliance with Design Intent, Specifications, and Drawings
•Attending weekly Technical meetings with contractors, monitoring the delivery of unfinished work
•Punch listing all campus elements of civil and architectural works and re-inspecting all repairs done by the contractor until satisfactory completion
•Monitoring Contractors' compliance with approved schedules and propose mitigating measures
•Monitoring Contractors' implementation to the Construction Safety & HSE programs.
Architect Inspector
EHAF Consulting engineers (QCES)
Doha
12.2006 - 12.2008
- Project Brief:
The Doha city center expansion project P II & P III (A, B) at Doha, State of Qatar
The project consists of constructing and developing five high-rise towers housing stars, primarily hotel accommodations (45 floors), each of a total area above the podium of 45,000 sq. with a total of 1247 guest rooms/suites and 381 hotel apartments. The podium is seven stories above Ground level (total 124,000 sq.), containing Front and Backhouse facilities, entrances, and rooftop recreation facilities with three Parking basement levels.
Hotels are named after (Marriot Renaissance, Marriot Courtyard, Shangri-La, Rotana, and Merweb).
Project Manager: CANSULT-MAUNSELL /AECOM Inc. / The Designer: HOK Canada. / Contractor: AL-HABTOOR. / Development cost: One billion US Dollars.
Responsibilities:
•Reviewing architectural shop drawings & coordination MEP, structural, architectural shop drawings & material review process as delegated by the Engineer
•Daily coordination between different trades for answers on contractor “Request for Information” & resolution of the various site conflicts
•Attending weekly job site meetings & other technical meeting as set between different consultants, structural, MEP, Food Services, Elevators, Interior designers, landscaping and contractors, and their subcontractors
•Perform daily field inspections; follow up with mock-up for each different room types
•Punch listing preparations and monitoring Contractor's progress for de-snagging and attending Architect's comments
•Monitoring Contractor's QC/QA performance and state compliance
•Prepared periodic summary reports of project progress and QA issues.
Architect Inspector
EHAF Consulting Office
Cairo
08.2006 - 11.2006
- Project Brief:
GEZIRA SOFITEL HOTEL at Cairo, Egypt
Refurbishment of GEZIRA SOFITEL hotel, 450 rooms (formerly known as Gezira Sheraton); Further to complete renovation of hotel facilities (public areas, casino, health club, ballroom, administrative annex & BOH).
Project Manager: EHAF. / Architect: Pierre Yve Rochon. / Contractor: CCC, Orascom, Mobica. / Development cost: 22 million US Dollars
Responsibilities:
•Reviewing architectural shop drawings & coordination MEP, structural, architectural shop drawings & material review process as delegated by the Engineer.
•Attending weekly job site meetings & other technical meetings as set between consultants, structural, MEP, Food Services, Elevators, Interior designers, landscaping and contractors and their subcontractors.
•Monitor the contractor's QC/QA performance and state compliance.
•Monitor the contractor's implementation of the construction safety program.
Trainee - Architect Inspector
WBTA/RBSD Architects, Inc.
Cairo
08.2002 - 09.2002
- Project Brief:
The Galleria Mall in Cairo, Egypt
A 5000 sq. retail spaces spreader among five levels with 12 underground parking levels. This GRAND HYATT HOTEL commercial annex features a 1500-seat theatre, two cinemas, a food court, Cabins, and a swimming pool on the rooftop.
Owner: Saudi Egyptian Tourist Development Company (SETDCO). / Construction manager: International Bechtel Company (IBCO). / Development cost: 50 million US Dollars.
Responsibilities:
•Assuring the quality of the materials used in walls, and floors for the different finishes (marble& granite claddings, gypsum false ceiling, wood cladding, carpet, external plastering & painting, swimming pool tiling, hard, soft landscaping)
Trainee - Architect Inspector
WBTA/RBSD Architects, Inc.
Cairo
07.2001 - 08.2001
- Project Brief:
Le Royal Meridian at Cairo, Egypt
A 183-meter height, the five-star hotel comprises 870 rooms & suites and a top revolving restaurant, health club, meeting and board rooms, and elite public areas.
Owner: Saudi Egyptian Tourist Development Company (SETDCO). / Construction manager: International Bechtel Company (IBCO). / Development cost: 180 million US Dollars.
Responsibilities:
•Assuring the quality of the materials used in walls floors for the different finishes (marble& granite cladding, gypsum false ceiling, wood cladding, carpet, external plastering & painting, swimming pool tiling, hard & soft landscaping)
Education
NEBOSH National general certificate for occupational Health and safety-certified for IG1 &IG2 -
01.2021
Project Management for engineers and technical professionals -
THE American University in Cairo
01.2021
FMP Accreditation from IFMA (International Facilities Management Association) -
01.2018
Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Management -
American University in Cairo
01.2016
LEED GA preparation -
American University in Cairo
01.2016
PMP -
American University in Cairo
01.2010
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering -
Misr University for Science & Technology (M.U.S.T)
01.2006
Skills
- AutoCAD
- MS office
- MS project
- Strategic Planning
- Project Development
- Technical Support
- Schedule Management
- Risk Management
- Contract Management
- Processes and Procedures
Military Status
Exempted
Qatar Experience
2 years
Marital Status
Married
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 17 years
- Date of Birth: 08/15/82
- Nationality: Egyptian
Languages
Native, Fluent
References
References will be provided on request
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Accomplishments
- Received many SPOT awards and leadership recognition during my work in the American University In Cairo.
Certification
- FMP
- IDipNEBOSH
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting As Director of Project Management Office
The American University In Cairo
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Director for Construction and Planning
The American University in Cairo (A.U.C.)
02.2018 - 10.2023
Project Manager
The American University in Cairo (A.U.C.)
02.2010 - 02.2018
Construction Field engineer
FLUOR INTERNATIONAL / PMI
12.2008 - 02.2010
Architect Inspector
EHAF Consulting engineers (QCES)
12.2006 - 12.2008
Architect Inspector
EHAF Consulting Office
08.2006 - 11.2006
Trainee - Architect Inspector
WBTA/RBSD Architects, Inc.
08.2002 - 09.2002
Trainee - Architect Inspector
WBTA/RBSD Architects, Inc.
07.2001 - 08.2001
NEBOSH National general certificate for occupational Health and safety-certified for IG1 &IG2 -
Project Management for engineers and technical professionals -
THE American University in Cairo
FMP Accreditation from IFMA (International Facilities Management Association) -
Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Management -
American University in Cairo
LEED GA preparation -
American University in Cairo
PMP -
American University in Cairo
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering -
Misr University for Science & Technology (M.U.S.T)
- FMP
- IDipNEBOSH
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