NAVEED AHMED

Professional Planning Engineer

 +(966) 53 7009 957 🚩 Duba, Saudi Arabia  naveedahmedce@gmail.com 💼 Experience 09 Years
 http://www.linkedin.com/in/engrnaveedahmed
Highly motivated Civil Engineer with proven expertise in Construction Planning and Project Management.
Skilled at using industry-standard software (Oracle Primavera P6, MS Excel, Power BI) to create efficient
project plans, manage costs, and deliver projects early. Exceptional analytical and communication skills,
adept at generating clear reports and data visualizations. Strong leadership abilities with a history of leading
successful project teams. Proven experience with leading construction companies

SKILLS
• Scheduling Techniques: Critical Path Method (CPM), Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Project Management Software: Primavera P6, Microsoft Project (MS Project)
• Planning & Analysis Software: Power BI, Excel (with strong analytical functions)
• Contract Management: Documentaion of comprehensive EOT claims, supported by detailed
schedule updates and critical path analysis, justifying the need for contract extensions
• Problem-Solving: Analyze project delays, identify root causes, and develop solutions to prevent
future occurrences
• Time Management: Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and ensure project schedules are
updated accordingly
• Analytical Skills: Analyzing data to optimize project plans and identify potential risks

EDUCATION
Bachelor in Civil Engineering | Mirpur University of Science & Technology | Mirpur, PAK | 2015
MS Construction Management | National University of Science & Technology | Islamabad, PAK | 2019

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Planning Engineer | SAMA Group, NEOM, KSA | November 2023 – Present
• Created & managed project schedules (tender, baseline, revised, recovery) with resource allocation
& critical path for optimized execution
• Ensured timely project milestone achievement through effective coordination with Project
Managers, contractors, and stakeholders
• Justified contract time extensions with comprehensive EOT claims backed by detailed schedule
updates & critical path analysis
• Kept management & PMC informed through informative progress reports and visual dashboards
• Developed interactive Power BI dashboards & reports for clear, actionable project insights
• Integrated Power BI with Excel & Primavera, streamlining reporting & data accessibility

Planning Engineer | Advanced Construction for Contracting , Sharma, KSA | May 2021 - October 2023
• Built baseline schedules (EPC) for clear project delivery roadmap
• Led project execution plan development, securing department head approvals
 • Created detailed tender schedules (staffing, manpower, construction) for accurate resource
allocation & cost estimation
• Minimized budget overruns through cost monitoring & reporting
• Secured contract extensions with well-prepared EOT claims (TIA, IAP)
• Developed & implemented recovery/acceleration schedules to meet deadlines
• Closely monitored & tracked critical path to meet contractual milestones
• Maintained clear communication with informative reports & dashboards
• Led project event presentations, fostering transparency & project buy-in
• Supported cost reports with budget revisions & forecasting for accurate financial management

Project Planning Engineer | Islamic Relief Pakistan , Bagh, PAK | February 2020 - April 2021
• Implemented robust KPI system for proactive client contract performance management
• Reviewed contractor baselines, earned value, cost forecasts & physical progress
• Analyzed & responded to EOT claims and contractual proceedings
• Generated insightful reports from validated IMS data for project tracking & decision making
• Maintained & ensured IMS accuracy through meticulous review & updates
• Developed clear communication materials (reports, dashboards, presentations) for stakeholders

Planning Engineer | China Xinjiang Beixin Construction & Engg. Group (CXB) , Islamabad, PAK | March
2017 - February 2020
• Exceed client expectations with detailed project plans aligned to objectives
• Managed project schedules (Primavera/MS Project) for clear stakeholder communication
• Allocated resources to BOQs and developed cash flow analyses for budget control
• Optimized project efficiency by analyzing requirements for best practices
• Led project stages, fostering collaboration and resolving issues
• Ensured seamless execution through coordination with key departments
• Minimized waste by optimizing material, manpower, and machinery requirements
• Identified & resolved potential issues through variance reports (SV/CV)
• Maintained stakeholder awareness with clear & concise project reports

Site Engineer | Total Project Management Solution (TPMS) , Islamabad, PAK | June 2016 - March 2017
• Ensured quality, minimized rework, & managed material logistics for project efficiency
• Verified plans & drawings for accuracy, preventing resource misuse
• Facilitated clear communication & collaboration with all project stakeholders
• Proactively resolved on-site issues to minimize project disruptions.
• Managed day-to-day site operations, including labor & subcontractor supervision

CERTIFICATIONS
• Advanced Planning with Primavera | Planning Engineer FZE| 2020
• Progress Measurement System | Planning Engineer FZE| 2018
• Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis with Primavera | Planning Engineer FZE| 2018
• Basic Planning Engineer Course | Planning Engineer FZE| 2017
• Data Management and Planning Reporting Skills | Planning Engineer FZE| 2018
• Cost Control for Construction Projects | Planning Engineer FZE| 2022
• Claims Management, Extension of Time (EOT) and Delays Analysis | Planning Engineer FZE| 2022

REFERENCES
Available upon request.