FAWAD ALI
Kuwait City,KU
Summary
Strategic Facilities Management leader with extensive experience in corporate facilities and real estate management. Specializes in facilities planning, vendor management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance, delivering operational efficiency and cost control that enhance workplace performance and support organizational growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Facilities Superintendent - Real Estate & Property Management
Alghanim Industries
04.2021 - Current
- Manage projects for fully owned and leased commercial properties, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and budget compliance.
- Oversee facility operations for 34 locations across 72,000 m² within 94 kilometres, ensuring seamless service delivery for diverse stakeholders.
- Manage preventive maintenance programs and ensure compliance with service agreements, maintaining asset reliability and operational efficiency.
- Make day-to-day operational decisions and supervise installations, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, plumbing, and waste management systems.
- Lead and mentor a team of para-professional staff, driving productivity and operational excellence.
- Collaborate with senior management to implement strategic initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness across multiple locations.
- Coordinate with internal departments to meet operational and project requirements.
- Serve as primary liaison with procurement to negotiate favourable commercial terms and supplier agreements.
- Implement and enforce safety procedures, minimizing risks and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Achieve annual CAPEX and OPEX targets within designated timelines.
General Manager
Safety International Security Services Company
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Drove strategic business growth, developing new client relationships and monitoring market trends.
- Achieved annual business targets for revenue, cash flow, profitability, and service levels.
- Established and implemented management and marketing strategies focusing on budgeting, manpower planning, and cost control.
- Developed and executed policies and procedures across various functions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Designed and implemented internal systems to maintain quality standards and service level agreements.
- Built a network of qualified candidates to support bidding on government and private service tenders.
Camp Boss/Facilities Manager
One Facilities Management (Formerly known as ARMOR Services)
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed 29 projects, including operational readiness for Kuwait Airways' Terminal T4, overseeing 840 staff across multiple locations.
- Maintained 400-room company facilities in compliance with ISO standards covering safety, hygiene, maintenance, and asset management.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules, providing 24/7 support for urgent facility issues.
- Supervised duty rosters, staff accommodation, transportation, and related support services for residency operations.
- Reported directly to the General Manager on projects and departmental operations, supporting strategic decision-making.
Operations Manager
Crew Logistics Company S.A.R.L
08.2012 - 09.2017
- Managed 24/7 operations across Kuwait and Lebanon branches, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Led a multi-disciplinary team responsible for revenue generation, client relations, and account management.
- Coordinated and implemented training programs to develop staff capabilities across HR, operations, and finance functions.
- Oversaw contract preparation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
HR & Administration Supervisor
GCC Services- Corporate Office
07.2010 - 02.2012
- Managed all aspects of employee residency, visas, accommodation, and transportation, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Maintained company accommodations and staff assets to uphold organization, cleanliness, and accountability.
- Implemented and monitored health, hygiene, safety, and maintenance protocols, ensuring compliance with standards.
Executive HR/Administration Specialist
GCC Services- US Military Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
02.2008 - 06.2010
- Assessed staffing requirements and facilitated recruitment processes to ensure optimal operational coverage.
- Advised employees on company policies and benefits, enhancing workforce engagement.
- Oversaw timesheet processing and labor tracking for subcontractors, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
Education
DBA - Doctor of Business Administration (Pursing)
MBA - Master of Business Administration
BBA Honours - Bachelor of Business Administration
Skills
Certification
- License to Lead (L2L), Alghanim Industries
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute - USA
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Middle East Facilities Management Association - UAE
- International Certification in Project Management (ICPM), OTHM Qualifications - United Kingdom (UK)
- International Certification in Facility Management (ICFM), OTHM Qualifications - United Kingdom (UK)
- TESOL/TEFL Certificate (120-Hour), World TESOL Academy- United Kingdom (UK)
- Professional Certification in Facility Management, Excellence Management Training Center - Qatar
- Facility Management Certification, Excellence Management Training Center - Qatar
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), International Management Consultancy- UAE
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB), International Management Consultancy- UAE
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB), International Management Consultancy- UAE
- Emotional Intelligence, Australian University (AUK) - Kuwait
- NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC), Empower institute - Kuwait
- IOSH- Managing Safely, Empower institute - Kuwait
- Person In-Charge, Induction Consultancy & Training Center - Kuwait
- Electrical Safety Training, Induction Consultancy & Training Center - Kuwait
- Working at Height Training, J&A Training Academy - Kuwait
- Global Distribution System (GDS - Hotels & GTs), Sabre - Corporate Office - Kuwait
- DRMS Basic Operations, DLA - U.S Military Base; Arifjan Kuwait
- ISO 1400:2004 Internal Auditor, TUV NORD Middle East - UAE
- ISO 31000:2018 Certified Enterprise Risk Manager, Q.H.S.E Learning Center - USA
- Leadership & Team Development, Business Management Institute - Germany
Languages
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Urdu
- Punjabi
- English
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Urdu
- Punjabi
Organizational Achievements
- Recognized for implementing cost-saving initiatives, achieving 14% annual reduction in facilities expenses.
- Revamped facilities, cleared all Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) observations, and secured six fire safety licenses, achieving a first-time organizational milestone.
- Directed multi-facility contractor operations with 100% on-time project delivery for three consecutive years.
- Managed CAPEX projects KWD 50K-250K across civil works, renovations, fit-outs, and technical upgrades, delivering on time and within budget.
- Optimized resources by introducing a maintenance tracking system, improving equipment uptime and reducing redundancy by 35%.
- Oversaw fit-outs and development projects for showrooms, service centers, warehouses, engineering workshops and workspaces.
- Championed EHS initiatives, improving safety audit scores from 57% to 94% and maintaining compliance for three years.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols that cut workplace accidents by 95%, thereby fostering a culture of safety.
- Established a centralized asset registry for 5,000 items worth KWD 200K, enhancing tracking and accountability.
- Facilitated franchise and manpower partnerships across nine countries, supporting international operations.
- Ensured operational readiness for Kuwait Airways' Terminal T4 and optimized transportation costs.
- Standardized administrative and logistical policies covering visa, accommodation, transportation, and fleet operations.
- Delivered financial results: reduced client costs from KWD 2.83M to 1.97M and grew revenue by 28%.
- Spearheaded ISO certification and implemented IATA-Sabre GDS, achieving top hospitality rankings in the Middle East.
Area Of Expertise
- Facilities Management
- Quality Compliance
- Teambuilding & Supervision
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Relations
- Operations Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Standards/Procedures Compliance
- Employee Relations & Mgmt.
- Project/Program Management
- Contracts & Legal Investment
- Building Automation Systems
- Asset Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Senior Facilities Superintendent - Real Estate & Property Management
Alghanim Industries
04.2021 - Current
General Manager
Safety International Security Services Company
04.2020 - 03.2021
Camp Boss/Facilities Manager
One Facilities Management (Formerly known as ARMOR Services)
10.2017 - 03.2020
Operations Manager
Crew Logistics Company S.A.R.L
08.2012 - 09.2017
HR & Administration Supervisor
GCC Services- Corporate Office
07.2010 - 02.2012
Executive HR/Administration Specialist
GCC Services- US Military Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
02.2008 - 06.2010