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Mahmoud Sami

Ismailia

Summary

Highly skilled and results-oriented Cost Management and Control professional with a proven track record in overseeing financial aspects of diverse projects. Seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my expertise in cost engineering, project management, and innovative cost control techniques. Eager to contribute my analytical skills, attention to detail, and strategic mindset to optimize project financials and drive organizational success. Aspiring to join a dynamic team where I can further enhance my capabilities, make meaningful contributions, and advance my career in cost management

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cost Control Engineer

(Elswedy Electric & Arab Contractor)
10.2021 - Current
  • Staffing and Planning: Provides comments and recommendations for cost control staffing, preparing detailed plans for cost control activities. Defines project needs and establishes formats for summaries and reconciliations, incorporating innovative techniques as needed.
  • Project Integration: Supervises the collection, verification, and integration of work scope for all project entities into a comprehensive project plan. Prepares and updates the integrated financial plan and cash flow for the entire company, including projects and departments, on a quarterly basis.
  • Cost Control Oversight: Supervises cost recording, monitoring, and reporting practices to ensure compliance with standards. Analyzes and prepares cost studies, identifies issues such as cost overruns and cash deficits, and proposes and supervises the implementation of solutions.
  • Manpower Creation, Tracking and Controlling:

a. Developed and maintained effective communication channels to ensure seamless coordination between various departments, optimizing manpower allocation.

b. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing the entire manpower lifecycle to ensure optimal utilization of resources.

c. Established a robust system for controlling and enhancing productivity, regularly comparing performance against budgetary constraints.

d. Utilized in-house invoices for self-execution, effectively managing costs and ensuring alignment with budgetary allocations.

e. Generated detailed monthly reports on manpower, encompassing key metrics such as salaries, headcount, and overtime.

f. Implemented strategies to optimize the performance of both direct and indirect teams, contributing to overall organizational success.

Senior Cost Control Engineer

In JV (Elswedy Electric & Arab Contractor)
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Overall Project Cost Monitoring

a. Develop and update the comprehensive project budget, including packages, with regular progress updates.

b. Prepare Project Forecast Reports, conducting in-depth analysis of scope changes cost forecasts.

c. Generate Earned Value (EV) analysis reports to verify actual costs versus estimated costs at completion.

  • Project Invoicing and Cash Flow Management:

a. Initiate project invoicing plans and maintain an updated project payment schedule

b. Monitor client invoice collection, prepare monthly cash flow updates and forecasting

  • Project Procurement and Supply Chain Oversight:

a. Establish target budgets and approval forms for project packages and subcontractors.

b. Review and evaluate pricing in packages offer, track progress payments, and monitor invoices from various contractors.

  • Comprehensive Project Cost Monitoring:

a. Track and review manpower cost distribution per division

b. Generate running cost reports for consumables, ensuring detailed tracking and monitoring of actual project costs.

c. Provide high-level management cost reports, create cash flow curves for graphical representation, and support financial reporting for financing agencies based on funding requirements.

d. Conduct cost analysis and evaluation for subcontractors' claims, as well as evaluate and analyze changes in cost related to change notices.

Senior Cost Control Engineer

Hassan Allam Construction
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Cost Assessment and Estimation.
  • B. Implement best practices in cost control, analyzing variances, and reviewing proposed schedules.
  • Forecasting and Project Control:
  • a. Coordinate and issue the initial project budget, including forecasting and monitoring cash movement.
  • B. Control and monitor all committed costs, provide cost estimates to completion, and manage change orders.
  • Comprehensive Project Oversight and Project Control:a. Manage key performance indices (KPIs) for projects, including control tasks, reports, and Project Financial Reports (PFR).
  • B. Monitor and control casual wages, staff manning, purchasing orders, stores, and invoices for effective project management.

Technical Office Engineer

Hassan Allam Contrcution
01.2016 - 06.2017
  • · Technical Office Implementation and Coordination: a. Actively participate in implementing technical office policies and procedures. b. Study project contract documents, create shop drawings, and coordinate their approval with the project consultant. c. Prepare and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) for technical matters during construction. d. Review subcontractors' and outsourced shop drawings, coordinating the approval process. · Technical Support and Documentation: a. Coordinate with the Surveying Engineer, providing necessary land coordinates and site measurements. b. Participate in addressing unexpected technical difficulties during construction, reporting to the Technical Office Manager for resolution. c. Prepare as-built drawings at the project's conclusion and collaborate with the project consultant on Quantity Survey, invoices, and project documentation.

Quality Control Manager

Ready Mix Concrete Plant (Unmix Company)
10.2015 - 01.2016
  • · Concrete Quality Management:
  • A. Take full responsibility for concrete emerging from the station.
  • · Material Management and Testing:

b. Conduct inventory checks on remaining materials to ensure quality and quantity control.

Officer Site Engineer

Engineering Authority Of The Egyptian Armed Forces
10.2012 - 10.2015
  • · Enhancing Military Installations:
  • A. Focus on raising the efficiency of military installations through supervision and project management.
  • · Design and Engineering Support:

b. Liaise on technical approvals and provide support in planning and scheduling for the improvement of military installations.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering
Suez Canal University
08.2012

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Cost Benchmarking
  • Earned Value Management
  • Time Management
  • Cost Reporting
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Cost Control Systems
  • Forecasting Techniques
  • Cost Estimation
  • Risk Assessment
  • Budget Management
  • Value Engineering

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Lead Cost Control Engineer

(Elswedy Electric & Arab Contractor)
10.2021 - Current

Senior Cost Control Engineer

In JV (Elswedy Electric & Arab Contractor)
10.2019 - 10.2021

Senior Cost Control Engineer

Hassan Allam Construction
06.2017 - 10.2019

Technical Office Engineer

Hassan Allam Contrcution
01.2016 - 06.2017

Quality Control Manager

Ready Mix Concrete Plant (Unmix Company)
10.2015 - 01.2016

Officer Site Engineer

Engineering Authority Of The Egyptian Armed Forces
10.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering
Mahmoud Sami