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MOSTAFA HAMADA

Fintas

Summary

PMP-certified and MBA-educated Project Engineer with 11 years of comprehensive experience managing and coordinating Oil & Gas construction projects, primarily within Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) operations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, control costs, and ensure project delivery ahead of schedule, demonstrated through successful completion of complex piping, flow line, and water injection well projects. Expertise includes project planning, contract management, resource allocation, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) compliance. Seeking a challenging Project Management role leveraging extensive field and leadership experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Construction Engineer

Mechanical Engineering & Contracting Company (MECC)/ Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
05.2018 - Current
  • Managed construction of piping, flow line work, water injection wells, and disposal wells in South & East Kuwait (SEK) for projects (Contract Nos. 17051799, 22058800, 23059641).
  • Oversaw piping workshop activities, reviewed project schedules, coordinated with piping superintendents, and maintained daily reports.
  • Managed piping component handling and preparation of weld maps for isometrics.
  • Supervised piping fabrication steps: cutting, fit-up, tack welding, inspection, release for painting, and release for shipment.
  • Interpreted piping isometric drawings and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PIDs).
  • Ensured proper shipment and storage of pipe spools at site laydown areas.
  • Managed piping erection steps at site: cutting, fit-up, tack welding, inspection, and installation of pipe supports per drawings.
  • Handled piping supports, valves, and special piping components.
  • Prepared piping test packages based on marked-up PIDs and project agreements.
  • Reviewed and verified test packages including as-built drawings, punch lists, P&IDs, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) reports, welding summaries, and calibration equipment reports.
  • Conducted line checking (walkthroughs) with clients and issued punch lists.
  • Witnessed hydro testing and pneumatic testing according to project specifications.
  • Witnessed draining and drying tests as per project specifications.
  • Ensured reinstatement of all materials post-testing (Punch-B clearance).
  • Confirmed clearance of all system walk-down punches for mechanical completion.
  • Supported commissioning teams and rectified remaining punch list items.
  • Maintained Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) focus within the team, ensuring Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment (OHSE) requirements were included in design and procurement.
  • Built and maintained healthy client relationships.
  • Effectively managed assigned budgets within the total project scope.
  • Monitored project cost aspects, forecasted final costs, identified trends, and implemented corrective actions to prevent cost overruns.
  • Focused team efforts on achieving milestones and key project objectives.
  • Provided regular, clear reports to project management.
  • Ensured effective communication with the design team and third parties.
  • Delivered accurate, timely, and effective reporting to the Projects Manager and Client Team Leader.
  • Assessed procurement processes to ensure goods met specifications, were delivered on time, and remained within budget.
  • Successfully completed the Construction of Water Injection Wells project, meeting all objectives and exceeding client expectations.
  • Maintained the project schedule by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
  • Implemented a new resource management system, resulting in increased project efficiency.
  • Coordinated with the KOC Team to overcome challenges and complete the project ahead of schedule.
  • Supervised the day-to-day implementation of construction activities.
  • Prepared project proposals, schedules, and budgets; provided feedback on design and specifications.
  • Monitored compliance with codes, Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) policies, performance standards, and specifications.
  • Maintained project progress reports and ensured submission of all procedures and documents for review and approval.
  • Studied all drawings for High Pressure Steam (HPS) Hub Piping Work for Gathering Center-4 (GC-4) and Gathering Center-8 (GC-8).
  • Executed construction of HPS Hub Piping Work for GC-4 and GC-8 (14”, 12”, 10”, 8”, 6”).
  • Controlled project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan; scheduled changes and recommended actions.
  • Monitored all High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Liner activities.
  • Determined project responsibilities by identifying phases and elements, assigning personnel, and reviewing subcontractor bids.
  • Developed project objectives by reviewing proposals and plans and conferring with management.
  • Completed technical studies and prepared cost estimates.
  • Studied Tender Documents, Project Specifications, and Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
  • Prepared project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and recommending actions.

Project Engineer Mechanical

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Company (HEISCO) / Saipem
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Successfully completed Mechanical, Painting, and Insulation Works project within designated timeframe and budget (Al Zour New Refinery Project-4).
  • Improved project planning and scheduling efficiency by implementing a new system, reducing project completion time.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors for smooth and efficient project execution.
  • Maintained a high level of commitment to HSE and QC procedures.
  • Supervised site activities.
  • Monitored and tracked design, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Responsible for Temporary Construction Facilities (TCF) Plan and Layout.
  • Prepared the project budget.
  • Prepared manpower histograms and cost estimations for various projects, tenders, and proposals, coordinating with involved disciplines and preparing schedules.

Site Engineer Mechanical

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Company (HEISCO) / Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
03.2016 - 01.2018
  • Worked on the Construction of Piping to transfer the Medium Crude Oil (MCO) to Light Crude Oil (LCO) System – Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Project.
  • Resolved problems encountered during construction, ensuring project completion within timeframe and budget.
  • Participated in managing resources effectively, ensuring efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials.
  • Participated in surveying and following up on work progress.
  • Monitored procurement and construction activities.
  • Contributed to preparing action plans for forecasted work throughout the project.
  • Monitored and tracked design, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Cooperated with various teams (Drilling, Field Development, Production Operation) to accumulate flow line data and prepare comprehensive analysis for future requirements.

Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Al Shura Steel - TITAN Cement Site
12.2015 - 03.2016
  • Developed and implemented maintenance plans, resulting in reduced equipment downtime.
  • Effectively monitored and tracked design, procurement, and maintenance activities.
  • Planned shutdowns and maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient project execution.
  • Monitored and controlled accumulative progress according to plan and actual schedule.

Mechanical Engineer

Metrology Engineering and Calibration Center
12.2014 - 12.2015
  • Designed maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
  • Carried out routine scheduled maintenance work and responded to valve faults.
  • Monitored and controlled maintenance costs.
  • Dealt with emergencies, unplanned problems, and repairs.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Brooklyn Business School (Brooklyn Institute)
06-2022

BSc. - Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University
06-2014

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Oil & Gas Construction
  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Contract Management
  • Cost Management & Control
  • Resource Management
  • Piping Construction & Engineering
  • Flow Line Construction
  • Hook-Up Construction
  • Water Injection Wells
  • Flange Management
  • Material Control
  • Cost Estimation
  • Procedure Review
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Time Management
  • Primavera P6
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Management skills

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Managing in a Crisis - Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Responding Effectively to Risks - Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Flange Management Course
  • Piping Construction and Inspection Diploma
  • Primavera P6 V8.4 Certification - Egyptian Engineers Syndicate
  • Rigging Engineer 3rd Party Certification - 5M International Consultancy & Training Co.
  • Contract Management
  • Cost Control Workshop (CCW)
  • Planning and Controlling Workshop (PCW)
  • Process Planet Piping System
  • Pumps & Compressors
  • Fundamentals of Piping Systems

Accomplishments

  • Approved as a Project Manager Replacement from South & East Kuwait (S&EK) Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Project Management in Contract No. 23059641.
  • Approved as a Mechanical Construction Engineer from South & East Kuwait (S&EK) Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Project Management in Contract No. 23059641.
  • Approved as a Mechanical Construction Engineer from South & East Kuwait (S&EK) Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Project Management in Contract No. 17051799.
  • Approved as a Project Engineer from M/S Saipem for New Refinery Project-4 (NRP-4) Al Zour Refinery Project.
  • Approved as a Site Engineer Mechanical from West Kuwait KOC Project Management in Contract No. 13050881.

Timeline

Mechanical Construction Engineer

Mechanical Engineering & Contracting Company (MECC)/ Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
05.2018 - Current

Project Engineer Mechanical

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Company (HEISCO) / Saipem
01.2018 - 05.2018

Site Engineer Mechanical

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Company (HEISCO) / Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
03.2016 - 01.2018

Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Al Shura Steel - TITAN Cement Site
12.2015 - 03.2016

Mechanical Engineer

Metrology Engineering and Calibration Center
12.2014 - 12.2015

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Brooklyn Business School (Brooklyn Institute)

BSc. - Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University

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