ABDUL HAKEEM KHAN
Senior ARE-MEP/Senior Mechanical Engineer
CONTACT
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
+966 582775629
hakeemcai@yahoo.co.in
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Mechanical Engineering
• ARE - MEP Project
Management
• Budgeting / Cost Estimation
• Site Management
• Quality Assurance &
Supervision
• Product Improvement
• Safety Audits / Maintenance
• Construction Management
• Delivery Management
• Cost Rationalization
• Planning & Scheduling
• Training and Mentoring
• People Management
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.
Mechanical), Aligarh Muslim
University, India.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
AutoCAD 2008, Aconex, BIW
Engineering Software, Duct sizer,
Pipe sizer, MS Office
LANGUAGES
English, Arabic, Hindi, and Urdu
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Technically astute Mechanical Engineer with 29+ years of
performance driven and multicultural experience in KSA across
accomplishing numerous projects across gulf region.
• Exhibited strong project management skills - project scheduling
and monitoring coupled with structured inputs for optimal
resource utilization, materials management, site management, cost
rationalization and Budget Estimation
• Extensive experience in appropriate submission of material
submittals related to HVAC, Fire fighting, Plumbing & drainage
works as per projects specifications & within projects budget.
• Multilingual professional and recognized people manager with
presentation, communication, and problem solving skills; ability to
meet client expectations and stakeholders’ interests.
CAREER TIMELINE
Mar 2013 – Present | Senior Mechanical Engineer
Saudi Diyar Consultants, Riyadh, KSA, JV with Nikken Sekkei, Japan
Mar 2010 – Feb 2013 | ARE/M.E.P Team Leader
Dar Al Riyadh, Riyadh, K.S.A., Consulting Engineers
Oct 2006 – Feb 2010 | Senior Mechanical Engineer
Ian Bonham & Associates, Dubai, UAE
Jun 2005 – Oct 2006 | Senior Mechanical Engineer
International City Package (Morocco Cluster) - ACE Consultants, Dubai
Jan 2005 – May 2005 | Manager (Mechanical Division)
Thermo L.L.C., Dubai, UAE
Nov 1999 – Dec 2004 | Project Manager
Carrier Air-con, Delhi, India
Mar 1983 – Oct 1999 | Mechanical Engineer (Projects Division)
MOH, Madinah Munawwra, KSA
AFFILIATION/VISITS
• Ductile Iron Pipe, Hamburg, West Germany, 2009.
• Factory Visit for Ductile Iron Pipe at Helburg Company in Hamburg
• Daikin Chillers performance test, 900x4 TR chillers, factory test at
Staunton USA.
• Daikin ‘s FAHUs /AHUs –AMCA test, Minnesota, USA.
• EVAPCO Cooling Tower Factory witness test as per CTI Certification
at Tongerun, Belgium EU.
• Saudi Council of Engineers Approval.
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 PROMINENT PROJECTS HANDLED
Saudi Diyar Consultants, Riyadh, KSA
• Tadawul Tower -KAFD area Riyadh .Project cost 1.4Billion SR

Dar Al Riyadh, Riyadh, K.S.A.

• KAFD (King Abdullah Financial District) PPA-30 ZONE -3 as ARE-MEP-Project P5.04 & P5.06
intercontinental Hotel
• ITCC (Information Technology & Commercial Complex). Package1 - Towers 4Nos.,
B5+G+20Stories+Roof. Package2 - Research & Development building – B2+G+5Stories+Roof, Electronic
Library – B2+G+5Stories, Health Care Centre – B2+G+5Stories, Incubator building – B2+G+5Stories,
Central Services area – B2+G+8Stories, Mashed. – B2+G+8Stories, worth Cost of the Project: Package1
& Package2 is 776 MSAR; Cost: 2.59 Billion SAR; Client: M/s. Al Riyadh Investment Company, Main
contractor :M/s. Al Rajhi Projects, MEP Contractor: M/s. Drake & Scull International Company.

Ian Bonham & Associates, Dubai, U.A.E

• Golf Towers-4 (The Views). Two Residential towers B+G+24 worth 480M DHS; Client: M/s. EMMAR
Properties PJSC, Main Contractor: M/s. Al Basti & Mukta LLC; MEP sub-contractor: M/s. Bilt Middle
East LLC.
• CITADEL Tower – 3B+G+6P+41 storey worth 303 M; Client: DEYAAR; Main Contractor: ASGC; MEP
Contractor: Thermo LLC.
• Precinct Stage A & B Cricket Stadium; Client: Dubai Sports City; Main Contractor: Alpine; MEP
Contractor: Bryan; Cost: 72 million of infrastructure work, including, F.F. Ring System, Potable Water
System. For entire 3 nos. stadium with main water tank capacity is 2550 M3.
• Park Towers 3B+7P+41 storey (Twin Towers) at DIFC, Dubai; Client: DMAC Properties Co., Main
Contractor: Shapoorji Pallonji; MEP Contractor: Omega; Cost: 550 M.
• Centro Hotel, Al Barsha – 2B+G+6 storey+2 Roof; Client Mr.Yousuf Mohd. Ali Al Nuwais (Rotana as
hotel operator); Cost: 150 M; Main Contractor: Shapoorji Pallonji; MEP Contractor: Universal Voltas
LLC, Dubai.
• Dana Tower, Al Buhairah, Sharjah – G+M+3P+Health Club+41 storey; Client: M/s.DEYAAR PJSC, Main
Contractor: UNEC Construction; MEP Contractor: Thermo LLC.

International City Package (known as Morocco Cluster) - ACE Consultants, Dubai – U.A.E.
• International City Package (known as Morocco Cluster) 5 developed by Nakheel; Main Contractor:
UNEC; MEP Contractor: ALKO for Air Condition & Pluto for Plumbing work; Cost: Package 305M.

Thermo L.L.C., Dubai, U.A.E

• Dubai Flower Centre; Client: Dubai Civil Aviation (DCA); Consultant: WS ATKINS, Dubai; Cost: 75M.

Projects in K.S.A
• King Fahad Hospital, Madina Munawwarah; Client: M.O.H., Consultant: Al Sharif Omer Al Mandily;
Main Contractor: Phillips Holzman & Honyan, Korea (W. Germany & Korea based); Cost: 600 M S.R.
• Charity Hospital, Madina, Munawwarah; Client: M.O.H. Madinah; Consultant: Zuhair Fayez Arch.; Main
Contractor: Keang Nam Enterprises Ltd; Cost: 320 Million S.R.
• Al Ula Hospital, Madina, Munawwarah; Client: M.O.H. Madinah; Consultant: Saud Consultant Riyadh;
Main Contractor: Al Seif / Dragages. Project cost : 280 Million S.R.
• Maternity Hospital, Madina Munawwarah; Client & Consultant: M.O.H. Madinah; Main Contractor: Al
Arabia; Cost: 110 Million S.R.
• Sunstroke Hospital, Madina Munawwarah; Client & Consultant: M.O.H. Madinah; Main Contractor: Al
Sanam Establisnment.
• Kidney Unit (Charity Hospital), Madina Munawwarah; Client & Consultant: M.O.H. Madinah; Main
Contractor: Al Sanam Establishment; Cost: 5 Million S.R.

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 CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
• Maintained excellent relations with statutory authorities for availing mandatory sanctions and
obtaining necessary approvals for the projects.
• Gained thorough understanding of all aspects of the latest technological advancements, regulations/
guidelines and statutory compliances in the industry.
• Supervised the Building Management System(BMS) to interface with MEP equipment for open
protocol.
• Well-conversant with various interfacing elements of civil-MEP works.
• Acquired ASHRAE Design parameters knowledge and familiar with SASO, ASTM, BS standard, NFPA
standard, SBC and FIDIC Contracts.
• Skilled in formulating project plans and schedules while handling MEP Design and Construction
activities related to MEP services, undertaking analysis along with ensuring adequate supervision and
condition monitoring of all systems.
• Adroit in the analysis of the price & quantity variation statements with ability in verifying the
documents and guiding the preparation of revised detailed project report while scrutinizing the
inception, as-built drawings, reports, charts and progress.
• Expert at every level of the project’s operations including planning and project managing, estimation,
project coordination, quantity surveying, material purchasing, staff training & administration.
• Holds distinction in identifying and selecting the supplier and subcontractor in line with the project
specifications which lead us to finish the project on time.
• Key competencies in planning MEP designs as per codes, specifications & approved drawings.
• Meticulous in handling projects and meeting deadlines without compromising with standards.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Engineering
• Prepared mechanical engineering designs review for HVAC system, meeting budget expectations and
project schedules.
• Ensured smooth run of operations by coordinating the design of M.E.P services with the resident
mechanical engineer & discussing any changes or proposals for approval.
• Managed mechanical (and multi-discipline) projects by satisfying clients' needs, meeting budget
expectations and project schedules.
• Increased efficiency by performing material take off sheets for Mechanical services.

ARE - MEP Project Management

• Managed the overall project planning and execution of MEP projects, including reviewing and
approving tender drawings, M.E.P specifications, and inspection of MEP Site activities.
• Assisted in planning and finalizing the project manpower requirement based on the project complexity
and site condition with overall accountability of reviewing MEP designs and technical submittals and
finalization of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Drove significant efforts in ascertaining all technical aspects of the projects as well as ensured that
they are strictly complied and in conformity with conditions of contract, particular specifications and
contract drawings, confirming product performance by designing and conducting tests.
• Developed project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans; conferring with management.
• Determined project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and
performance standards; completing technical studies.
• Maintained project data base by writing computer programs; entering and backing up data as well as
product and company reputation by complying with local authority regulations.
• Coordinated with facility and major business clients to identify their requirements, define project
scope and prepare project proposals.
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 WORK EXPERIENCE
Budgeting / Cost Estimation
• Tracked cost saving proposals for any works deviated from project specifications.
• Prepared schedules, cost summaries and BOQ’s for the clients review and approval as well as
participated in tender meeting with contractor and client and conducted value engineering exercises
with the team to achieve maximum results.
• Provided accurate and timely cost progress data to manage the project and report to management.
• Devised and implemented cost controls in all areas of project activity to increase profitability and
ensured all resources are efficiently utilized and project productivity is maintained at highest level for
timely turnaround.
• Coordinated with contractors and other services for thoroughly investigating the vendor offers, price
negotiation in consideration of budget, vendor finalization and supply of equipment in line with the
procurement schedule.

Site Management
• Planned and finalized the project manpower requirement based on the project complexity and site
condition with overall accountability of reviewing MEP designs and technical submittals, RFI reply and
finalization of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Monitored site activities to ensure quality of work is in compliance with contract requirements.
• Increased accuracy by attending site progress meetings & MEP Coordination meetings.
• Assisted on-site activities to ensure that machines are correctly, safely and reliably returned to service.

Quality Assurance & Supervision

• Improved overall performance by following standardized project management procedures & quality
management process to achieve financial targets on assigned projects.
• Ensured that all electrical and mechanical systems are installed correctly, reduced the risk of accidents
and potential hazards by reaching high levels of quality in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)
works.
• Ascertained quality control by providing technical input to spares enquiries and orders to ensure that
the correct components to the latest design are used.
• Enhanced productivity by monitoring the quality and progress of the works as well as planning
manpower requirements accordingly.

People Management
• Spearheaded MEP teams & coordinated with project team for execution of site activities along with
sub-contractors in accordance with the contract program.
• Supervised and controlled team activities to ensure timely turnaround of construction packages in
strict adherence to contract specifications, budget, and timeline.
• Guided a team of engineers and technicians, provided direction, support, and motivation to achieve
project objectives.
• Assessed the performance of team members, provided feedback, and identified areas for
improvement are essential for maximizing team effectiveness.
• Supported the professional development of team members through coaching and mentoring as well as
helped them to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Maintained high levels of productivity and a positive work atmosphere by keeping team members
motivated and engaged in their work.

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