Rizwan Saeed Khawaja
Islamabad,IS
Summary
Results-driven IT and Software Engineering professional with strong expertise in IT infrastructure operations, MIS administration, Active Directory, SQL Server, networking, and application server support. Skilled in delivering technology-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, security, and business continuity across multi-campus environments.
Well-versed in the Oil & Gas sector, with hands-on experience in H2S services, project mobilizations, field operations, contractor management, and HSE compliance. Supported critical operations by coordinating safety drills, audits, logistics, and contractor relationships, ensuring smooth execution of projects under strict industry standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Executive
Rutledge Omni Services
01.2025 - Current
- Managed tenders and projects within the oil & gas sector, including preparation and submission of RFPs/RFQs and purchase orders. Responsible for client outreach and relationship management to secure new business opportunities.
- Managed end-to-end tendering processes in the oil and gas sector, including preparation, submission, and follow-up of RFPs, RFQs, EOI, and purchase orders for leading clients such as OGDCL, MPCL, POL, PPL, Mari Petroleum, and other reputed national clients.
- Coordinated technical and commercial bid preparations in alignment with client specifications, compliance requirements, and company standards, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships through proactive outreach, technical discussions, and post-tender negotiations, contributing to securing new business opportunities and repeat projects.
- Led procurement activities including vendor identification, comparative analysis, and negotiations to source quality materials, equipment, and services at competitive rates.
- Supervised head office shipments and logistics, ensuring smooth coordination of imports, customs clearance, and local dispatches to project sites and client locations.
- Oversaw sales and delivery of goods across multiple regions in Pakistan, successfully meeting client deadlines while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
- Monitored project lifecycles from bid submission to contract execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and client satisfaction.
- Prepared commercial proposals, tender documents, and cost estimates, working closely with technical teams for accuracy and competitiveness.
Operations Executive / Coordinator
Rutledge Omni Services
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided cross-functional support in equipment and personnel mobilization for field operations, ensuring alignment with client pre-requirements and job mobilization plans (JMP). Coordinated day-to-day operational activities while supporting HSE initiatives to maintain safety measures within the organization and at field sites. Successfully assisted in internal and external audits, achieving positive ratings.
- Additionally, supported logistics to ensure smooth mobilization and demobilization of resources, contributing to efficient project execution.
- Provided comprehensive cross-functional support in equipment and personnel mobilization for field operations, ensuring all mobilization activities aligned with client pre-requirements, contractual obligations, and Job Mobilization Plans (JMP).
- Coordinated daily operational activities, acting as the key point of contact between field teams, logistics, and management to maintain workflow continuity across multiple sites.
- Supported HSE initiatives proactively, promoting compliance with organizational safety policies and international standards (ISO / OSHA) to safeguard personnel, equipment, and project assets.
- Facilitated safety drills, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions to enhance field crew readiness and compliance with HSE requirements.
- Assisted in planning and execution of logistics operations, including transport, inventory control, warehouse coordination, and customs clearance for specialized equipment.
- Ensured smooth mobilization and demobilization of resources, reducing downtime and maintaining project schedules through effective planning and stakeholder coordination.
- Played a vital role during internal and external audits, assisting in documentation, compliance reporting, and corrective action planning, resulting in consistently positive audit ratings.
- Maintained operational documentation and compliance records, ensuring availability for client reviews, audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Collaborated with procurement and supply chain teams to monitor material availability, expedite urgent requirements, and resolve bottlenecks in equipment readiness.
Sr. Software Support Engineer (IT)
The University of Lahore
07.2018 - 01.2021
- I am working here on post of Sr.Software Support Engineer(Assistant Manager Role) (IT, Bio-metrics, Operations, Internal Business Applications).
- Led IT operations and provided end-to-end support for biometric systems, internal business applications, and operational IT needs.
- As Assistant Manager (IT), acted as the in-charge of the organization’s Management Information System (MIS), overseeing system administration, access control, and security across the entire education system.
- Implemented user access policies, monitored system performance, and ensured data integrity and compliance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline operations through technology, improving efficiency in daily workflows.
- Supported deployment, troubleshooting, and upgrades of IT infrastructure while ensuring minimal downtime and maximum availability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and advancements, applying this expertise in the development of innovative support strategies.
Software Support Engineer
Limton Group of Companies
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Provide end-user support for MIS applications across campuses and departments.
- Manage and update MIS user accounts, roles, and access rights.
- Perform regular system checks, backups, and maintenance.
- Assist departments with reporting, data extraction, and analytics from MIS.
- Act as the first point of contact for IT support requests via the Service Desk system.
- Log, prioritize, and resolve incidents and service requests.
- Provide remote and onsite technical assistance for staff and students.
- Prepare FAQs, guides, and training sessions to improve end-user adoption.
- Manage Active Directory users, groups, policies, and permissions.
- Ensure proper integration of Active Directory with MIS and other application servers.
- Enforce security policies, password management, and account lifecycle.
- Monitor, maintain, and optimize SQL Server performance.
- Perform database backups, restoration, and disaster recovery drills.
- Support application teams with queries, stored procedures, and reporting.
- Troubleshoot database connectivity and performance issues.
Education
SAP - SAP-ABAP (Training), ERP
Excellence Delivered Exd
LahoreBachelor's Of Computer Science - Computer Science
The University of Lahore
12.2016
Skills
- Application software development
- IT resource administration
- Layered network switching
- Network infrastructure design
- Application support
- Network and server administration
- Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
- Business Development
- Knowledge of SAP applications
- Operations Management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Network troubleshooting
- Wireless networking
- VoIP fundamentals
- Routing protocols
- Database design
- Advanced SQL queries
- IP networking
- Hazard identification
- Fire safety management
- Gas detection
- H2S awareness
- Respiratory protection
- Linux
Certification
- Authorised Gas Tester Training Standard 9240 OPITO
- OPITO H2S Basic Training OPITO
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA) Corvit Networks
Training
- OPITO-H2S Training
- OPTIO –AGT Training
- DOT Training
- H2S-Level II Training
Timeline
Business Development Executive
Rutledge Omni Services
01.2025 - Current
Operations Executive / Coordinator
Rutledge Omni Services
01.2022 - 07.2025
Sr. Software Support Engineer (IT)
The University of Lahore
07.2018 - 01.2021
Software Support Engineer
Limton Group of Companies
07.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor's Of Computer Science - Computer Science
The University of Lahore
SAP - SAP-ABAP (Training), ERP
Excellence Delivered Exd
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