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Abdallah Haidar

Edmonton,NL

Summary

Holding a PMP certificate, Self esteemed Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Director

Uniquip-Hoelscher
08.2015 - 08.2024
  • Cultivated positive work environment, fostering open communication channels and encouraging team members to share ideas for continuous improvement.
  • Enhanced team productivity through regular progress tracking and performance evaluations.
  • Achieved consistent on-time project completion by establishing clear goals and timelines for team members.
  • Monitored project and program quality to meet audit expectations.
  • Improved client satisfaction rates by effectively addressing concerns and incorporating feedback into future processes.
  • Oversaw budget development and financial tracking, ensuring cost-effective execution of complex projects.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of documentation procedures during all phases of projects.
  • Oversaw business operations and produced updated status reports outlining each project to meet milestones.
  • Hired and managed consultants, contractors and sub-contractors to complete project tasks.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination throughout all stages of projects.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that led to increased efficiency within organization.
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align organizational strategies with long-term business objectives through effective planning and execution of key projects.
  • Developed project control roadmap to guide various projects.
  • Directed project design functions, developed proposals and conversed with customers and funders.
  • Developed and oversaw project operations and managed multi-functional issues through resolution.
  • Navigated challenging situations with diplomacy, resolving conflicts among team members while maintaining focus on project goals.
  • Managed vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and timely delivery of products or services required for project success.
  • Delivered high-quality results by adhering to industry best practices and maintaining detail-oriented approach throughout each project phase.
  • Maximized resources allocation by conducting thorough assessments of available tools, personnel, and budgetary constraints before initiating projects.
  • Streamlined communication channels with stakeholders, resulting in improved collaboration and decision making.
  • Orchestrated wide range of projects, improvement strategies, changes implementation, new revenue stream establishment and creative marketing and advertising.
  • Drove innovation within organization by staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies related to project management practices or tools.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans that clearly outlined key milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Expanded company's client base by successfully delivering high-quality projects that showcased organization's capabilities and expertise in project management.
  • Led preparation of bid packages and associated scopes of work, appendices and exhibits.
  • Implemented strategic project management methodologies, leading to efficient and successful project delivery.
  • Traveled to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training.
  • Mentored and coached junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized professional growth.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Spearheaded change management initiatives that prepared organizations for new processes or systems implementations without disruption to ongoing operations.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Oversaw up to 3 projects simultaneously without sacrificing standards.

Project Manager

Action International Services
08.2009 - 08.2015
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.

Project Manager

Blue Line
11.2003 - 08.2009
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.

Education

No Degree - Hotel Management

CIS College
Beirut - Lebanon
07.2003

Skills

  • Project scope
  • Agreement negotiation
  • Scope development
  • Schedule Management
  • Client Relations
  • Project Scheduling
  • Budget Administration
  • Materials Procurement
  • Progress Tracking
  • Project Management
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Control
  • Cost Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Earned value analysis
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Idea Development and Brainstorming
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Status Updates
  • Information Technology Management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Detail Oriented
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Staff Management
  • Technical Presentations
  • Agile Methodologies
  • ERP Software
  • Vendor Selection
  • Phone and Email Etiquette
  • Quality Assurance
  • Procuring Funding
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Creative Thinking
  • Resource Allocation
  • Requirements Writing
  • Mind Mapping
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Team building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Goal Setting
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Analytical Skills
  • Resource Coordination

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Project Director

Uniquip-Hoelscher
08.2015 - 08.2024

Project Manager

Action International Services
08.2009 - 08.2015

Project Manager

Blue Line
11.2003 - 08.2009

No Degree - Hotel Management

CIS College
Abdallah Haidar