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Professional Highlights
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Manager
GHULAM MURTAZA

GHULAM MURTAZA

PE-Professional Engineer
Lahore,PB

Summary

Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 23 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

Professional Project Management Specialist in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in budget, and financial management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Manager Projects

HUBCO/PCL
Lahore, Punjab
06.2019 - Current
  • Successful completion and delivery of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning of Brown Field Capital Project to construct 10K TPD Cement Plant, 12 MW WHR & 45 MW CFB PP Projects and Annual Turnaround implementing risk management strategies to minimize potential issues and maintain project stability
  • Streamlined project processes by implementing efficient management strategies, leading to improved overall performance
  • Developed strong relationship with stakeholders to ensure alignment of goals and expectations
  • Improved project visibility by creating detailed reports outlining progress, challenges and achievements
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes that increased efficiency across all projects.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential issues and maintain project stability.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through the development of communication channels and regular progress meetings.

Senior Manager Projects

The Hub Power Company - HUBCO
Karachi, Sindh
6 2019 - 12.2023

During the construction of 2x330 MW Coal Power Plant Projects, developed comprehensive reports for senior leadership outlining project progress, key metrics, challenges faced, and proposed solutions.

  • Delivered projects on time and within budget through effective resource allocation and prioritization.
  • Improved team collaboration with cross-functional communication strategies.
  • Managed change effectively during major transitions, minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations while delivering desired outcomes.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open feedback channels and embracing change.
  • Achieved project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.

Mechanical Department Supervisor

Jacobs ZATE
Khobar, Eastern Region Saudi Arabia
02.2013 - 05.2019
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Hadeed - Sabic
02.2011 - 01.2013
  • Mentored junior engineers to enhance their skills and foster professional growth, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of new software tools for more efficient modeling and simulation tasks, accelerating project timelines.
  • Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality results.
  • Assisted in the development of company-wide standards for mechanical engineering practices, promoting consistency across all projects.
  • Provided technical expertise during contract negotiations, resulting in favorable terms for both parties while safeguarding company interests.
  • Enhanced product performance with thorough testing and analysis of mechanical components, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Consistently met or exceeded client expectations by delivering high-quality designs that addressed specific needs and requirements.

Senior Project Engineer

Engro Fertilizers Limited
04.2009 - 01.2011
  • As Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for coordination of engineering design activities also responsible for planning and coordinating engineering activities, interface with procurement, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning for project within the budgeted cost and quality standards
  • Additionally responsible for the erection, rigging and heavy hauling of 11000ton Static/Rotating Equipment, Modularized Skids, Packaged Equipment (1500ton Packaged Units), 3500ton Steel Structure, 1700ton Piping Supports and Urea/Ammonia grade piping
  • Established strong working relationships with clients to ensure clear communication of expectations and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identified potential risks early in the process, allowing proactive mitigation measures to prevent delays or setbacks
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines and exceed client expectations
  • Examined existing documents and blueprints to best update and maintain project records
  • Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning

Project Engineer & Rigging Supervisor

Tecnimont S.p.A
11.2008 - 04.2009
  • As Project Engineer & Heavy Rigging Supervisor responsible for preparing job execution plans, technical specifications, data sheet, purchase requisitions, vendor technical evaluation reports, check, review and clarify vendor's bids, vendor's documents, and P&ID
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Also responsible for controlling quality, cost, engineering schedule and work hours, and coordinating with other engineering departments, engineering subcontractors and vendors.

Site Manager - Tanks Construction

Olayan Descon Industrial Co. Ltd
10.2006 - 10.2008
  • I was responsible of tanks design and preparing job execution plans, project management/administration, logistics and inventory control, job planning, workforce handling, progress monitoring, overall designing, quality, fabrication, construction, and erection management
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used
  • Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 250 employees in 2006-2008
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site
  • Oversaw budget management, consistently delivering projects within allocated financial resources
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty

Senior Project Engineer

Saudik Contracting Co. Ltd
12.2004 - 09.2006
  • As Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for engineering design review, project management, logistics and inventory control, Job planning, workforce handling, progress monitoring, Overall quality, fabrication, construction, and erection.
  • Established strong working relationships with clients to ensure clear communication of expectations and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identified potential risks early in the process, allowing proactive mitigation measures to prevent delays or setbacks
  • Enhanced team productivity with regular progress meetings, thorough task allocation, and prioritization of tasks based on urgency and importance
  • Managed projects effectively to deliver finished work on time
  • Optimized resource allocation for cost-effective project management, ensuring projects stayed within budget constraints
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols and regulations, resulting in a safe work environment with minimal incidents throughout project duration
  • Developed comprehensive documentation that captured essential technical information, facilitating knowledge transfer among team members and providing valuable reference materials for future projects
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities

Assistant Resident Engineer - Mechanical

Techno Consult International
01.2004 - 11.2004
  • As Assistant Resident Engineer (Mechanical) responsible for Project management, logistics and inventory control, Job planning, workforce handling, progress monitoring, Overall quality, fabrication, construction and erection
  • Communicated project status updates to superiors and stakeholders in a timely manner, maintaining transparency at all times
  • Managed relationships with clients, government officials, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
  • Provided technical expertise in resolving complex engineering challenges that arose during construction processes
  • Established trust-based rapport among work crews through open lines of communication and fair treatment in labor disputes
  • Monitored contractor performance against established benchmarks, recommending corrective actions when needed to maintain desired outcomes
  • Contributed to successful completion of high-profile infrastructure projects within budgetary constraints while maintaining a strong focus on safety standards

Project Engineer

Techno Engineering Services
08.2003 - 12.2003
  • As Project Engineer responsible for construction management, thrust boring, overhead crossing, road crossing, canal crossing, tie-ins and welding repair rectification, rainy nullah crossing, installation of Set-on-weights and slabs, field bending of pipes, Sand blasting, installation of heat shrink sleeves, peel-off testing, holiday detection, blasting and through mechanical trencher, excavation of rocky area trench for 250 Km, lowering-in and backfilling & crowning
  • Improved overall project efficiency by coordinating with other engineering disciplines and developing integrated mechanical design solutions
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications
  • Streamlined workflow processes by utilizing advanced software tools for efficient mechanical design, analysis, and documentation
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict timelines without compromising quality or performance outcomes
  • Participated in pre-construction meetings with stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of project requirements, expectations, milestones, and deliverables

Project Engineer

Petrocon Pvt. Ltd
02.2001 - 08.2003
  • As Mechanical Engineer responsible for project management, including preparation of ROW (right of way), day to day job planning, workforce handling and overall progress monitoring, daily, weekly and monthly progress meetings with clients, project briefing/presentation and coordination with consultants, Conduction of WPS, WQT, arrangement of site camp and fabrication yard, trench excavation, pre-casted marking posts installation, sand blasting, coating/ tape wrapping (Corothene primer/ Coroplast tape), stringing, production welding, tie-ins, welding repairs rectification, thrust boring, canal/road crossing, peel-off and holiday detection tests, lowering-in, back-filling & crowning, fabrication and installation of well-head assemblies/ surface fittings with X-Mass tree, flushing the pipelines through poly/scrapper pigs, hydrostatic tests, installation of Cathodic protection posts, final hook-up and commissioning
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines
  • Reduced project timelines with proactive planning and close monitoring of progress
  • Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects
  • Performed constructability reviews of construction bid documents for coordination purposes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Engineering & Technology
Lahore, Pakistan
05.1996 - 01.2021

Skills

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Accreditations

Professional Engineer, Pakistan Engineering Council Reg. No. MECH/17346, Registered Mechanical Engineer, Saudi Council of Engineers Membership No.180418

Professional Highlights

Possess more than Twenty-Three (23+) years of professional experience in engineering design and project management, construction management, risk management, and integrated project delivery.

Summary Of Experience

Engineering design of onshore projects including Pre-FEED, FEED, Detail Engineering, PMC for Static and Packaged Equipment, Construction & Installation, Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning for Power, Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, Fertilizer, Cement and Chemical Industries Projects in the Middle East. Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and controlling work instructions, procedures, and technical manuals. Ensure that project-nominated personnel comply with Quality Procedures and Work Instructions while preparing Technical Specifications, Datasheets, Purchase Requisitions, Vendor Technical Evaluation, checking, reviewing, and clarifying Vendor Bids and Contractor Engineering Deliverables on FEED, Detail Design for EPC/Turnkey projects. Provide adequate resources and guidance to the mechanical engineering team for satisfactory project completion. Skilled in preparing job execution plans, budget control, schedule compliance, and coordination with various project interfaces including Operators, Contractors, Consultants, Vendors, and Sub-Contractors. A keen analyst with strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving attitude, and organizational abilities with exceptional confidence. An active participant in engineering project planning and team alignment, lesson learned implementation and collection, constructability reviews, project risk management and value engineering, planning for start-up, project definition rating index, scope control, and change management for large complex projects.

Personal Information

Specialization: Oil & Gas, Power Plants, Petrochemicals, Fertilizers Projects

Additionaltrainingandcertificates

  • Certificate of completion Desert Driving from Human Asset Training Centre, KSA
  • Certificate of completion Defensive Driving from Human Asset Training Centre, KSA
  • Certificate of Active Participation in Efficient Control of Pumps & Compressors from VOITH Turbo GmbH & Co. KG www.maplinengineering.com Page 6 of 6
  • Certificate of excellence on completing (02) Million Man-hours as Site Manager without any LTI during construction of PP / PDH Sahara Plant Project at Jubail KSA
  • Certificate of excellence as Site Manager for safe completion of PP / PDH Tank Area Project for Sahara Plant Project at Jubail KSA
  • Certification of appreciation on valuable contribution and participation to HADEED FIRE EQUIPMENT - SERVE TO SAVE Campaign for Saudi Iron & Steel Company (Hadeed) at Jubail KSA ACHIEVEMENTS
  • Certificate of appreciation on writing an abstract on HYDROSTATIC TESTING OF PRESSURE PIPING during Hadeed Technical & Innovation Week Event for Saudi Iron & Steel Company (Hadeed) at Jubail KSA
  • Certificate of appreciation on valuable participation in the abstract submission from Sabic Technical & Innovation Meeting (STIM - 10) Steering Committee for Saudi Iron & Steel Company (Hadeed) at Jubail KSA

Languages

Urdu, Punjabi
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Sindhi
Proficient
C2
Punjabi
Proficient
C2

References

References will be provided on request.

Accomplishments

    Completed more than 12 MM US$ Projects on time and latest project worth US$1.70 Bn, under budget. Power Plants, Renewable, Water Systems, Cement, Oil & Gas multiple capital projects in Pakistan

  • 2x330 MW Coal Power Plant Projects (CFB Boiler) at Tharparkar, Pakistan
  • North Jeddah Bulk Plant Expansion Project Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Upgrade Sulfur Handling & Export Facilities, Berri Gas Plant, Saudi Arabia
  • Kemya Sabic, SEP sSBR Project at Jubail, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Upgrade Flare Systems at Tanajeeb Plants, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Gas Compression Facilities at PS-3 Stabilizer, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Closed Drain Systems at Abqaiq Plants, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Dorra Gas Facilities at Khurasaniyah Gas Plant, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Flare Gas Recovery Systems at Berri Gas Plant, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Aramco, Flare Gas Recovery Systems at Khurasaniyah Gas Plant, Saudi Arabia
  • Saudi Iron & Steel Company Hadeed (SABIC), SFM/TSU/MSD Brown/Green Field Capital Projects at Jubail, Saudi Arabia
  • Engro ENVEN 1.3 New Ammonia/Urea Fertilizer Plants Project at Sindh, Pakistan
  • Poly Olefins Units, Product Handling & Marine Works BOROUGE-II Petrochemical ADNOC Plant Project at Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Sahara Al-Waha Petrochemical Tanks Construction Plant Project at Jubail, Saudi Arabia
  • Kemya Petrochemicals Tanks Construction Plant Project at Jubail, Saudi Arabia
  • BCI 68 MTPD (NaOH) Caustic Soda Concentration/ Flaking Plant & 60 TPD Chlorine Caustic Soda Plant at Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Qassim Cement Company, Production Line PL-3 Plant Project at Buraydah Qassim, Saudi Arabia
  • Greater Karachi Bulk Water Supply Scheme Phase-V, Stage-II, 2ND 100 MGPD TURNKEY, K-III Project at Dhabeji Karachi, Pakistan
  • PARCO, White Oil Cross Country (1600 km) Pipeline Project at Karachi, Pakistan
  • Mari Petroleum Company, Construction of Oil & Gas Pipeline, Pumping Facilities and Tie-In Junctions Projects at Sindh, Pakistan
  • Pakistan Petroleum Limited, Cross Country Sales Gas Transmission Pipeline Project at Larkana Sindh, Pakistan
  • British Petroleum Pakistan, Gas-Feeder & Gas Flowline Pipeline Projects at Badin, Pakistan

Affiliations

  • PE-Professional Engineer from Pakistan Engineering Council
  • RME-Registered Mechanical Engineer from Saudi Council of Engineers

Timeline

Manager Projects

HUBCO/PCL
06.2019 - Current

Mechanical Department Supervisor

Jacobs ZATE
02.2013 - 05.2019

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Hadeed - Sabic
02.2011 - 01.2013

Senior Project Engineer

Engro Fertilizers Limited
04.2009 - 01.2011

Project Engineer & Rigging Supervisor

Tecnimont S.p.A
11.2008 - 04.2009

Site Manager - Tanks Construction

Olayan Descon Industrial Co. Ltd
10.2006 - 10.2008

Senior Project Engineer

Saudik Contracting Co. Ltd
12.2004 - 09.2006

Assistant Resident Engineer - Mechanical

Techno Consult International
01.2004 - 11.2004

Project Engineer

Techno Engineering Services
08.2003 - 12.2003

Project Engineer

Petrocon Pvt. Ltd
02.2001 - 08.2003

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Engineering & Technology
05.1996 - 01.2021

Senior Manager Projects

The Hub Power Company - HUBCO
6 2019 - 12.2023
GHULAM MURTAZAPE-Professional Engineer