Ibrahim Abu Hadba

• Leadership & Operational Transformation: Spearheaded the transformation of a nascent contracting firm into a structured enterprise, managing a 450M SAR portfolio and leading a team of 7 managers and 70+ engineers. Designed and implemented standardized processes for Cost Control, Planning, Procurement, QA/QC, HSE, and Construction Supervision, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. Leadership and Team Management • Develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive business growth and market expansion. • Lead and inspire departments teams ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and strategic goals. • Formulate and implement strategies to achieve substantial revenue growth. • Manage and meter senior leadership, building a high-performance team that supports the company’s objectives. Operations and Process Management • Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all business functions. • Implement best practice and innovative solutions to optimize performance and productivity. • Lead the company’s expansion efforts in the market, leveraging local market knowledge and strategic partnerships. • Develop and execute plans to penetrate new markets and enhance company’s positioning. • Drive the organizational change and transformation, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Budgeting and Financial Oversight • Assist in preparing operational budgets and managing expenses to stay within financial limits. • Track operational costs and recommend cost-optimizing measures while maintaining service quality. • Carry out monthly forecasting and ensure the projects are delivered at the right margins; oversee the monthly P&L ensuring all over-head costs are fully accounted for and recoverable. Client and Stakeholder Collaboration • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry leaders.

Team Management • Lead and manage the project team to ensure successful completion of projects within budget and on schedule. • Manage and mentor project team members, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities. • Conduct project meetings to foster collaboration and address challenges proactively. Project Planning and Execution • Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including budget, schedules, and resource allocation. • Monitor and report on project progress, addressing any issues or delays to keep the project on track. • Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing corrective actions to minimize impact. Client and Stakeholder Collaboration • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure successful outcomes, satisfaction and repeat business opportunities. Procurement and Vendor Management • Oversee the procurement process, including contract negotiations and vendor management to ensure value and efficiency. • Leverage relationships with vendors to reduce project costs and maximize profitability. Regulatory Compliance and Safety • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and standards for the project. • Promote a culture of safety, oversee QA/QC and QHSE processes to maintain high standards of quality and safety. Financial Management • Collaborate with the financial director to ensure positive cash, accurate project forecasting and reporting. • Oversee monthly P&L statements, ensuring all overhead costs are fully accounted for and recoverable. Commercial and Contractual Management • Negotiate and manage contracts commercial terms. • Ensure appropriate control systems are in place to meet contractual commitments. • Review all variation orders before the submission. Performance Optimization • Conduct monthly forecasting to ensure projects are delivered with optimal margins. • Advise the BD and Estimation on operational requirements, staffing, manpower, and equipment risks at the tendering stage.

• Reviewed Project Documentation: Reviewed project documents provided by Central Tendering, ensuring all elements, including Scope of Work (SOW), drawings, specifications, Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and post-tender clarifications, were accurate and complete. • Scope and Scheduling: Defined the outline of the Scope of Work by preparing material and drawings logs and identified required dates for materials and drawings in alignment with the tender schedule or project requirements. • Consultant Coordination and Change Management: Evaluated consultant comments on materials and drawings, raised concerns regarding Variation Order (VO) eligibility, and prepared detailed change requests with comprehensive sketches and narratives for scope changes. • Variation Order and Negotiations: Issued notices for Variation Orders based on approved scope change requests and negotiated MEP change orders with clients and consultants. • Submissions and Approvals: Followed up with various departments for the issuance of drawings, material submittals, method statements, ITPs, WIRs, MIRs, and other documents required for site activities, ensuring timely approvals from consultants and clients. • Bid Package and Subcontractor Management: Prepared bid packages for materials and subcontractor supply/apply work, conducted technical reviews and comparisons between offers, reviewed Scope of Work in LOI/LOA and subcontractor agreements, and arranged subcontractor kick-off meetings. • Procurement Management: Followed up with suppliers for material submittals and on-site deliveries, and ensured timely issuance of subcontract modules, P.O.s, and advance payments.

• Project Coordination and Management: Led the MEP team in planning, coordinating, and executing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing activities to ensure timely completion within budget constraints. • Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervised and mentored team members, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. • Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensured adherence to all relevant safety standards, codes, and regulations while maintaining strict quality control on MEP installations and systems. • Stakeholder Communication: Liaised with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to address project requirements, resolve issues, and ensure successful project delivery. • Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitored project progress, identified potential risks, and prepared comprehensive reports to keep senior management informed of milestones and challenges.

• Project Planning and Coordination: Planned, managed, and coordinated all aspects of the project, ensuring seamless integration of financial control, timelines, and resources. • Progress Monitoring: Monitored daily work progress to ensure conformance with the project schedule, contract documents, specifications, and budget requirements. • Operational Scheduling: Scheduled and organized all construction operations and intermediate phases to ensure project milestones and deadlines were consistently met. • Team Management and Collaboration: Provided guidance and advice on project management while organizing and overseeing the activities of various professionals working on the project. • Health and Safety Compliance: Ensured adherence to all health and safety standards, promptly identifying and reporting any safety-related issues or risks. • Stakeholder Coordination: Maintained clear communication with stakeholders to address project needs, resolve issues, and align objectives with organizational goals. • Performance Analysis and Reporting: Analysed project performance, identified potential risks, and prepared detailed reports to keep senior management informed of progress and challenges.

• Reviewed and approved HVAC, fire protection (FM200, CO2, sprinkler systems), and plumbing designs, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE, NFPA, and Saudi Building Code standards. Validated contractor submissions, including calculations, shop drawings, and method statements. • Conducted inspections of MEP installations (ductwork, chilled water networks, firefighting systems) to verify adherence to project specifications. Resolved design clashes through RFIs and technical proposals. • Led weekly meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors. Aligned MEP activities with electrical, BMS, and structural teams to ensure seamless project execution. • Oversaw testing and balancing of HVAC systems, pressure tests for pipelines, and final handover documentation. • Reviewed progress valuations and material submittals (chillers, pumps, AHUs, firefighting equipment) to ensure quality and timeline compliance.

• Spearheaded mechanical operations for critical infrastructure projects, including Dammam City’s water ring lines and pumping station, ensuring compliance with Saudi Building Code (SBC) standards. • Developed project concepts and implemented streamlined workflows to maintain productivity, coordinating daily progress reviews with cross-functional teams. • Oversaw all mechanical installations, from piping systems to equipment commissioning, while resolving designs clashes through RFIs and technical proposals. • Planned resource allocation and aligned departments (procurement, HSE, engineering) to meet project milestones. • Prepared method statements, as-built drawings, and daily progress reports to enhance communication between contractors and consultants.

• Led comprehensive maintenance programs for marine equipment including steam turbines, pumps and compressors, implementing both preventive and predictive maintenance strategies according to OEM specifications • Served as Engineer on Watch during critical vessel operations including oil transfer and discharge procedures, ensuring strict compliance with marine safety protocols • Supervised maintenance technicians in equipment repairs and routine servicing, improving work quality through structured task delegation and oversight • Operated and maintained steam turbine systems in collaboration with control room engineers, optimizing performance through proper load balancing and lubrication management • Managed shipboard spare parts inventory and warehouse operations, coordinating with suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels of critical components • Conducted regular equipment inspections and system diagnostics to identify potential failures before operational impact