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MUHAMMAD AASIM SOOMRO
Karachi
Summary
Highly motivated and accomplished professional with extensive experience in organizing and designing project. Proven track record of successfully leading and managing complex projects, driving strategic initiatives, and achieving organizational objectives. Seeking a challenging role where I can utilize my skills, expertise, and leadership abilities to contribute significantly to the growth and success of the company.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS), Jamshoro
Additional Director (Planning & Development)
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Prepare the project concept papers (PC-I) for new schemes and projects.
- Attend meetings of the Provincial Working Party (PDWP) and Central Development Working Party (CDWP) committees.
- Prepare project concept papers (PC-I), feasibility studies (PC-II), project progress reports (PC-III), project completion reports (PC-IV), and project evaluation reports (PC-V) for schemes and projects.
- Maintain strong communication and coordination with relevant provincial and federal government departments to obtain project approvals.
- Initiate the preparation of project concept papers (PC-I) for new schemes and projects related to LUMHS Jamshoro and its campuses, or as instructed by the authorized personnel.
- Advocate for the release of development grants and funds for the projects.
- Facilitate the procurement process for all development projects, including the hiring of consultants and contractors.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports for development projects, catering to both internal and external stakeholders and sponsors.
- Supervise the progress of projects and conduct weekly meetings, if necessary, to address any discrepancies or issues that arise during project execution.
Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS), Jamshoro
Consultant (Planning)
03.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Prepare project initiation documents (PC-I) for new schemes and projects.
- Attend meetings of the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) or Central Development Working Party (CDWP) committees.
- Prepare project initiation documents (PC-I), feasibility studies (PC-II), Progress Reports (PC-III), Project Completion Reports (PC-IV), and Project Evaluation Reports (PC-V) for schemes and projects.
- Maintain effective communication and coordination with relevant provincial and federal government departments to obtain project approvals.
- Initiate the preparation of project initiation documents (PC-I) for new schemes and projects related to LUMHS Jamshoro and its campuses, or as instructed by the authorized personnel.
- Advocate for the release of development grants and funds.
- Manage the procurement process for all development projects, including the hiring of consultants.
Sukkur IBA University, Sukkur
Deputy Director (Planning & Development)
01.2018 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Prepare project initiation documents (PC-I) for new schemes and projects.
- Attend meetings of the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) or Central Development Working Party (CDWP) committees.
- Prepare project initiation documents (PC-I), feasibility studies (PC-II), project progress reports (PC-III), project completion reports (PC-IV), and project evaluation reports (PC-V) for schemes and projects.
- Develop cash and work plans for approved schemes and projects.
- Create quarterly expenditure statements for projects.
- Generate monthly and quarterly progress reports according to the prescribed formats for submission to the sponsoring agency.
- Organize project steering committee meetings to make decisions regarding the projects.
- Coordinate with the Engineering Department, Finance Department, and Procurement Department of Sukkur IBA University on all project-related matters.
- Maintain strong liaison and coordination with relevant provincial and federal government departments to obtain project approvals.
- Initiate the preparation of project initiation documents (PC-I) for new schemes and projects related to Sukkur IBA University and its campuses, or as directed by the authorized personnel.
- Advocate for the release of development grants and funds.
- Manage the procurement process and the hiring of consultants for all development projects.
World Bank Funded Sindh Second Education Reform Program, Karachi
Local Support Unit Consultant
01.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Serve as the representative of RSU/SERP-II at the district level regarding the organization's interventions.
- Facilitate RSU/SERP-II and districts in carrying out the "Annual School Census."
- Act as the representative of RSU/SERP-II district secretary in the "Regional/District Reforms Oversight Committee" during Divisional/District Commissioner meetings.
- Coordinate with the Director(s) of Schools Education and District Education Officer(s) on behalf of RSU/SERP-II to ensure timely implementation of activities related to "Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs)."
- Verify schools based on the specified scope.
- Facilitate and monitor the induction training of teachers/head teachers (newly appointed) to ensure the quality of training.
- Conduct trainings for education officials on topics such as school-specific budgeting, school management committees, annual school census, and school system consolidation policy.
- Monitor the Student Assessment Test (SAT) whenever it is conducted (once a year).
- Enhance the capacity of education officials through capacity building initiatives.
- Collect real-time data by conducting random visits to schools for specific purposes.
AL-PRINCE ENGINEERS, Karachi
Assistant Manager - Projects
02.2010 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Prepare bidding documents for participation in various tender processes.
- Serve as the focal person for multiple contracts held by Al-Prince Engineers.
- Coordinate with site and resident engineers to compile daily progress reports and share them with the CEO.
- Maintain, tag, and track fixed assets across all locations to ensure their proper utilization.
- Manage inventory of consumable items at all locations to minimize inventory loss.
- Maintain and update documentation for the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System, including manuals for ISO audits.
- Monitor stock levels of items at different project locations on a daily basis.
- Coordinate with respective clients for various correspondence.
- Coordinate with shipping companies for logistics arrangements.
- Coordinate with third-party surveyors for required survey activities.
Education
BAHRIA University , Karachi, Pakistan
Master of Science from Project Management
06.2017
Shah Abdul Latif University , Khairpur Mir's, Pakistan
Master of Arts from Economics
03.2010
Shah Abdul Latif University , Khairpur Mir's, Pakistan
BBA from Marketing
12.2007
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) , Lahore, Pakistan
Some College (No Degree) from Certificate in Public Management
University Overview
- Project Management
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Procurement Management
- Financial Management
- HR & Administration
- Leadership and Cultural Change
Pakistan Planning And Management Institute (PPMI) , Islamabad, Pakistan
Some College (No Degree) from Training On Project Management (PC-I To PC-V)
Pakistan Planning And Management Institute (PPMI) , Islamabad, Pakistan
Some College (No Degree) from Project Planning & Management
Pakistan Institute of Management (PIM) , Karachi, Pakistan
Some College (No Degree) from Skills in Goal Setting & Work Planning And Project
Skills
- Project Management
- Budget Preparation
- Planning Matters
- Cost Estimation
- Administration and Management
- Report Preparation
References
Reference(s): Will be furnished on request.
Languages
Urdu, Sindhi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Additional Director (Planning & Development)
Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS)
01.2023 - Current
Consultant (Planning)
Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS)
03.2022 - 01.2023
Deputy Director (Planning & Development)
Sukkur IBA University
01.2018 - 03.2022
Local Support Unit Consultant
World Bank Funded Sindh Second Education Reform Program
01.2014 - 01.2018
Assistant Manager - Projects
AL-PRINCE ENGINEERS
02.2010 - 12.2013
BAHRIA University
Master of Science from Project Management
Shah Abdul Latif University
Master of Arts from Economics
Shah Abdul Latif University
BBA from Marketing
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Some College (No Degree) from Certificate in Public Management
Pakistan Planning And Management Institute (PPMI)
Some College (No Degree) from Training On Project Management (PC-I To PC-V)
Pakistan Planning And Management Institute (PPMI)
Some College (No Degree) from Project Planning & Management
Pakistan Institute of Management (PIM)
Some College (No Degree) from Skills in Goal Setting & Work Planning And Project
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