Khawaja Jawad
Lead Planning
Lahore
Summary
Experienced Senior planning engineer with over 13 years of expertise in developing and executing comprehensive project plans, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring timely project delivery. Proficient in scheduling programs such as Primavera and Microsoft Project. Experienced as a Project Controls Engineer in the Automation Industry, EPC (Power Substations), and Retrofit projects in the Oil & Gas industry. Skilled in portfolio management and financial oversight, with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with changing needs, proficient in risk assessment, financial analysis, and strategic planning. Valued for analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Portfolio Controller
Intech Process Automation
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced portfolio performance by implementing effective investment strategies and risk management techniques.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices related to portfolio management, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Optimized asset allocation for client portfolios, resulting in improved long-term returns and reduced volatility.
- Played a key role in the successful integration of acquired portfolios following merger transactions, ensuring seamless transition for all parties involved.
Planning and Projects Controls Engineer
Intech Process Automation
10.2018 - 06.2024
- Partnered with Central Engineering Management and PMC Team to enforce Management plans and rollout.
- Trained the new Planning team in use of Primavera.
- Reduced data inconsistency in Projects Revenue by analyzing it monthly, comparing with the Revenue Earned and using the backlog.
- Live Monitoring of Projects manhours consumed its comparison with budgets and optimizing actual hours with monthly reporting and tracking.
- Leading various aspects of a cross functional team that allowed achieving company's year on year targets.
- Monthly reporting on company performance vs forecast.
- Run monthly meetings, help support with customer requests and inter-company improving practices.
- Ensuring adherence to company's processes by leading.
- Identifying and mitigating resource constraints, maximizing productivity, and maintaining strict budget adherence.
- Resolved project operational problems to minimize delays and unexpected cost increases.
- Conducted cost and time estimates.
- Conducted detailed root cause analyses to address and rectify recurring system faults, enhancing system stability.
- Trained personnel on new control system features, promoting a smooth transition during upgrades or installations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets, ensuring timely completion of objectives without compromising quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful integration of control systems in various projects.
- Evaluated system performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary modifications.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new control systems, boosting team competency and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated with vendors for selection and procurement of control components, ensuring optimal compatibility and performance.
- Improved methods for measurement, documentation, and work flow management.
- Evaluated project scope to estimate costs and set timelines for project delivery.
- Initiated project management knowledge study and subsequently standardized project management practices.
Planning Lead (E&I)
Descon Engineering Limited
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted in Site Surveys.
- Work Packages Preparation (Planning Documents).
- Collaborated with Procurement team for Material Ordering.
- Scope: Procurement and supply of Bulk Materials and Equipment, fabrication, transportation, installation, testing, pre-commissioning and assistance in commissioning start-up and performance testing of all facilities of MCR Revamp Project (i.e. Modifications and new installations in Existing six Refinery Units, relevant piping including Utilities area installations and new Additional Boiler Tie-ins and Extension of Substation Building). Complete Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Works.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Planning Engineer
Isolux Corsan - Saudi Arabia LLC
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Identifying and allocating the necessary resources such as manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
- Regularly monitoring the progress of various construction activities, comparing actual progress against the planned schedule, and identifying any deviations or delays.
- Conducting risk assessments to identify potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on the project schedule and cost.
- Collaborating with the project management team, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination and timely communication of project updates.
- Providing regular status updates to the project management team and stakeholders.
- Client: Saudi Electric Company
- Scope: Engineering, Procurement, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of the substations fully complying with National grid Specifications/requirements for the following 115/13.8kV substation.
- Monitored project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective actions to mitigate their impact.
- Maintained excellent communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed expectations through clear communication channels with stakeholders regarding scope changes, budget adjustments and project timelines.
Area Planner
Descon Engineering (Qatar)
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Conducting site assessments to gather information about the existing infrastructure, systems, and layout of the facility that requires retrofitting.
- Maintaining accurate records of project activities, including progress reports, and documentation related to design modifications or deviations.
- Providing regular status updates to the project management team and stakeholders.
- Company: RASGAS Company Limited
- Contractor: Chiyoda Almana Qatar LLC
- Scope: Provide Train-1 & 2 Start-Up Flare Reduction Piping Project Phase-II including associated works. This includes Piping works, Structural modifications, E&I Works and provision of Pipe supports etc.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
Planning Engineer
Expert Systems Pvt Limited (Lahore)
04.2012 - 11.2013
- Studied BOM.
- Assisted Planning Team in documentation.
- Gained basic Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel Skills.
- Client: Pakistan Engineering Services
- Project: Jinnah Barrage Modernization and Rehabilitation Project, Pakistan
- Scope: Development of Project Management Information System
- Client: Punjab Barrages Improvement Project
- Project: Machalgo Irrigation Project, Paktia, Afghanistan
- Scope: Development of Project Management Information System
- Client: Pakistan Engineering Services
- Project: Pashdan Irrigation and Hydropower Project, Hiraat, Afghanistan
- Scope: Development of Project Management Information System
- Client: Pakistan Engineering Services
- Participated in weekly progress meetings, providing updates on schedule adherence, resource allocation, and overall project health.
- Reviewed design documents and coordinated revisions as necessary to meet changing client requirements or construction constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics & Control Engineering
University Of Engineering & Technology
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Primavera P6
Microsoft Project
MS Office
Stakeholder communication
Data analytics
Annual performance reviews
Cross-functional collaboration
Portfolio lifecycle management
Project management
Power BI
Portfolio management
Cash flow management
Driving Licenses
- Pakistani
- Saudi
Other Strengths
- Well versed and informed about various equipment operations and maintenance techniques.
- Truly professional, goal oriented, focused and punctual with dedicated assignments.
- Ability to lead and assert as well as playing in a team for a common objective.
- Extremely adaptable, always prepared for change and new challenges. Highly motivated and self-driven.
- Project Management, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Power Substations, Piping Spool Fabrication and Erection, Welding, NDT.
Training
- Plant HSE Trainings from Ras Gas Fertilizers during various projects.
- H2S Breathing Apparatus from RasGas Qatar.
- Scheduling and Reporting in Primavera P6 v16.2 - PIM Lahore.
- Internee at AkzoNobel Group (Polyester Business Division) (08/01/10 - 09/30/10).
Engineering Memberships
- Pakistan Engineering Council
- Saudi Council of Engineers
Certification
Mastering Project Management Training - IBA Islamabad
Timeline
Portfolio Controller
Intech Process Automation
07.2024 - Current
Planning and Projects Controls Engineer
Intech Process Automation
10.2018 - 06.2024
Planning Lead (E&I)
Descon Engineering Limited
08.2018 - 10.2018
Planning Engineer
Isolux Corsan - Saudi Arabia LLC
03.2016 - 04.2018
Area Planner
Descon Engineering (Qatar)
01.2015 - 06.2015
Planning Engineer
Expert Systems Pvt Limited (Lahore)
04.2012 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics & Control Engineering
University Of Engineering & Technology
04.2001 -