Akram Kharroubi is a senior executive with over 30 years of experience leading large construction projects across multiple industries and countries. He has a track record of driving organic growth and transforming organizations through strategic planning and change management. Currently, he is the General Manager of Gulf Connection in Abu Dhabi, where he has generated over $6 billion in revenue and established new branches across the GCC region.

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Akram A. Kharroubi E-Mail: ak harro ubi @ l i ve.c o m |Phone: (+971) (50) 2206959
~ LEADERSHIP / TOP MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL ~
Spearheading sustained organisational growth in dynamic environments. Played a catalyst and creative roles in establishing
solutions, leading changes and adding values, building employee value, driving vision and achieving critical strategic goals.
Proven achievements in catering premier clients and adding substantial value. Extensive business background in international, multi-cultural
environments. High-energy, versatile and result oriented professional, seeking senior level positions to leverage over three decades chronicle
of success in leading prestigious and multi-million dollar projects, construction and contracts activities backed by strong credentials and a
proven history of on-time, on-budget and quality project completions.
Organic Business Growth. Operations Management.ChangeManagement.Strategic Planningand Execution.Business Development.Performance
and Quality Standards.Leadership Development.Strategic Partnerships.Staff Development.Budget Planning.Cost Management.Procurement
Management.P&L Management.ValueEngineering.Commercial and Customer Support.New Set-ups.Resource Planningand Management.Marketingand Promotion.Team Management.Systems Implementation.Business Plans Development.Commercial Negotiation.Document Control.HSE Management.Project Management.EstablishingProject Management Office(PMO).EnterpriseProject Management (ePM).Client Relationship
Management.Tendering.Customer Satisfaction.Quality Management
 Positions Handled: General Manager, Projects Control Director, Branch Manager, Business Development, Technical Manager
(Tendering, Procurement and Document Control), Total Quality Manager, Planning and Control Manager, Project Manager, Technica l
Coordinator, Field and Resident Engineer.
 Certified ISO9000 Internal Auditor, fully acquainted with Quality Management System and ISO Standards
 Possess extensive traveling experience with a record of establishing new branches in different countries namely Kuwait; Qatar; KSA;
Morocco & others
 P R O F E S S I O N A L A B R I D G E M E N T
 A strong visionary professional with verifiable year-after-year success,achieving profit, and business growth
objectives within rapid-change environments.
 A keen planner, strategist and business accelerator, skilled at translating abstract concepts, theories and
methodologies into user-friendly solutions that clearly support business needs and enhance revenue
generation.
 Strong networker. Have excellent contacts in the Elite business community, professionalizing relations with
strategic customers and directing cross-functional teams to establish loyalty.
 Endowed withsplendid inter-personal skills with skills in utilizing the same to guide and facilitate business
unit leaders and senior managers; leading and mentoring cross-functional teams in multi-cultural and multi-
facility environments.
 Providing professional engineering expertise tothe business, translating the vision into actionable plans and
implementing the same to overcome complex project challenges thereby meeting the Business, Health,
Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Financial and Operational objectives.
 Adept in managing end-to-end project activities viz. planning construction program and executing
construction projects involving contract administration, budget management, resource planning, financial
monitoring and procurement with a flair for adopting modern construction methodologies/techniques.
 A principle executive ‘point of contact’ for the company and management with deftness in managing
operations with key focus on defining SLA’s, KPI’s and SOP’s, undertaking thorough business assessment and setting-up model and
requirements to deliver successful results for in-hand projects, and generate more projects from market.
 Energetic and results-driven strategic thinker with strong leadership, management, and influencing skills; well organised with a track
record that demonstrates self-motivation and initiative to achieve organizational goals.
 Imperative in developing project schedule, monitoring project performance, performing project cost analysis, material take-off, managing
real-time adjustments to projects/financial/quality controls, and leading performance review; excellence in implementing key sourcing
strategies, contingency plans and ensuring that plans are aligned with project requirements.
 Well-versed with modern prevalent contractual practices,preparing bid summaries, material take-off, assisting commercial department in
cases of variations, value engineering, and technical / engineering claims, tendering and tender evaluation, interpreting con tractual
obligations/ rights and evaluating techno-financial problems and furnishing reports to the management.
 Skilled in conceptualizing and managing global customer centric operations for large projects, liaising with internal and external clients to
understand their expectations and drive customer delight for projects; deftness in developing relationships with government / regulatory
authorities for obtaining necessary sanctions / clearances and meeting statutory obligations.
 Deftness with highly engineered systems, which require deep understanding of critical business drivers in multiple markets and
industries; highly successful in building relationships with upper-level decision makers, seizing control of critical problem areas, and
delivering on customer commitments.
 A business accelerator: Developed and managed other business units in different geographies to expand the access and reach of business.
 Respect and leverage human capital: Motivating,mentoring and leading talented professionals. Living the culture and leading by example.
Professional Enhancement
Attended several Training sessions and seminars on PMP, Expedition, Primavera Enterprise, Organizing Establishments, and “ISO9001,”
etc.
 S I G NI F I C A NT A C H I E V E M E N T S
Gulf Connection, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2008 – Present (General Manager):
• Assisted Companies to establish and work efficiently in the Gulf Region, with a good history in developing their business successfully.
Alsaad General Contracting Company, Jeddah, KSA, 2006 – 2008 (Projects Control Director):
• Implemented ePM (Enterprise Project Management)
• Established and started a Project Management Office (PMO)
Saudi Oger, Riyadh, KSA, 1999 – 2006 (Business Development, Project Manager)
• Established and initiated SaudiOger Branch in Abu Dhabi
Almabani GeneralContracting Company, Jeddah, KSA, 1992 – 1999 (Technical Manager / TQM, Planning and Control Manager)
Dependable Leader
Drove exceptional results
and navigated the business
Designed the
transformational
roadmap
Organic Growth

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• Initiated Almabani Planning division and AlmabaniCAD section.
• Initiated protracted tendering,procurement,and central document control sections into coherent Technical Department.
• Initiated the TQM Department and Prepared a QMS for the company to award the ISO certification.
Saad Construction Establishment, Riyadh, KSA, 1985 – 1992 (Planning and Control Manager, Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager,
Technical Coordinator, Field and Resident Engineer)
• Holds the acumen of becoming PM at young age of 26
• Initiated Planning Department and the use of Computers in the company.
 E M P L O Y M E N T C H R O N I C L E
 Gulf Connection, Abu Dhabi, UAE September 2008 - Present
General Manager:
 Providing business oversight in directing and coordinating the operations, human
resources, administrative services, policies and procedures of the company while
handling all aspects of operations to ensure smooth flow of work and resolve conflicts.
 An achievement driven professional with a distinction of driving business:
 Delivered continuous business growth.
 Generated business turnover worth more than 6 Billion AED
 Liaised with international companies and promoted them in GCC countries.
Established local joint ventures and partnerships with local companies.
 Demonstrated excellence in establishing new business units:
 Extensively travelled to different countries involving Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia,
Morocco, etc. for establishing new branches and to identify and lead new business opportunities, negotiating competitive terms
where applicable.
 Undertook additional responsibility of “New Art” an Interior Design Construction Company (Owned by Gulf Connection).
 Dependable leader with a merit of negotiating contracts, developing new business, establishing and leading local joint ventures.
 Developed liaisons with external authorities and parties to obtain approvals and certifications.
 Pivotal in streamlining process through developing KPIs to have a better control, output and performance.
 Leveraging skills in negotiating with international construction companies, to market them in UAE and GCC countries and to aid them
in their business development.
 Undertaking thorough business assessment and setting up model and requirements to deliver successful results for in-hand projects,
and generate more projects from market; finding out potential clients, suppliers’ capabilities and offerings, market analysis, threats,
weaknesses, etc.
 P R E V I O U S E N G A G E M E N T S
 Alsaad General Contracting Company, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia October 2006 - September 2008
Projects Control Director: Established, Managed and developed the capability of Alsaad to effectively produce and maintain :
 Project and Strategic Planning, Cost Control.
 Total Quality Management, Health, Safety and Environmental, Document Control.
 Project Management techniques.
 Implemented ePM (Enterprise Project Management) and started a Project Management Office (PMO).
 SaudiOger, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, UAE September 1999 - October 2006
Project Manager / Business Development / Branch Manager:
 Managed Mina Phase II Project (construction of 16,000 fireproof permanent steel structure tents for the pilgrims). Managing several
fast-Track projects.
 Business Development and Strategic Planning.
 Established and Initiated Saudi Oger Branch in Abu Dhabi.
 Almabani GeneralContractors Company, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia January 1992 - September 1999
Technical Manager / Total Quality Manager (Jun’95-Sep’99): Manage and develop the capability of Almabani to study projects and produce
bids on the basis of accurate estimates. Establish ed QMS in accordance with ISO 9001 within the organization.
 Developed and progressively refined Almabani estimating capability and methodology, systems and standards.
 Prepared a Quality Management System for the company to attain the ISO 9001 Certificate and Oversaw the implementation of the
Quality Management System – ISO 9001, to various levels in the organization.
 Established a computerized database system for pricing and suppliers information.
 Prepared accurate estimates on the basis of the company standards, to reflect the experience of the Projects, Procurement and
Financial Departments and Ensured that accurate quotations and material pricing information were obtained.
 Identified and led new business opportunities, negotiated competitive terms where applicable and ensured appropriate allocation of
company resources to enhance productivity and profitability
 Planned, recruited and managing staff, as required, to execute projects; provided technical and capacity built support included
supervision, training and mentoring in the areas of planning, management and implementation of projects/programs
 Provided information and support to Site Project Management during the execution phase.
Planning and Control Manager (Jan’92-Jun’95): Developed and managed the expertise and capacity required tomeet the needs of Almabani in
the planning and control of projects.
 Developed Standard Planning, Progress Measure, Reports and Cost Control Systems for the company.
 Ensured that Almabani Methodology and Systems for planning and control were implemented, and trained Almabani staff.
 Prepared the Cash flow, controlled the Projects Budget, and prepared bidding documents along with technical specifications.
 Filed Claims against the Client and Insurance Companies.
 Liaised with Department Managers to resolve significant issues and difficulties and recommend corrective actions to be pursued.
 Ensured that the projects progressed within budget, schedule and cash flow targets.
 Started and managed a (CAD) Section for the company.
Projects Handled:
• Overcoming complex business
challenges and making high-stakes
decisions using experience-backed
judgment, strong work ethics and
irreproachable integrity.
Effective and
accountable in high-
profile executive
roles
• Provide “no surprises” decision
support by implementing and
enforcing financial
accountabilities, controls,
processes, and syste.
Conceive and
execute financial
strategies-drive
corporate growth,
profitability, and
value

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 Infrastructure and Support Facilities at King Khaled International Airport – Riyadh (USD 60 Million)
 Modifications to South Terminal @ King Abed Alaziz International Airport – Jeddah (USD 11 Million)
 Casino Du Liban Phase I and II (Lebanon) (USD 50 Million)
 Saudi French Bank Head Quarter – Jeddah (USD 20 Million)
 Others.
 Saad Construction Establishment, Riyadh, SaudiArabia October 1985 - January 1992
Planning and Control Manager (Sep’91 – Jan’92): Develop and manage the expertise and capacity required to meet the needs of the Saad in the
planning and control of projects.
 Initiated Planning Department and managed the implementation of Saad’s Methodology and Systems for planning and control.
 Imparted trainings to staff on the use of Saad planning and control techniques and systems.
 Execution plans,schedules, cash flow, reports, controlled projects budget and made decisions regarding projects financing policy.
 Liaised with Department Managers to resolve significant issues and difficulties and recommended corrective actions to be pursued.
Project Manager / Deputy Project Manager (Dec’87 – Sep’91): Ensure the functioning of the Project Organization, Reporting, Procurement,
Engineering, Construction and Planning. Administering the Contract, Subcontractors and project Accounting.
 Managed end-to-end project activities encompassing planning, design, estimation, scope definition, finalisation of techno-commercial
aspects and implementing quality standards; interfacing with designers and supervising on-site construction activities for driving
timely project completion.
 Worked on Bidding and tendering for Satellite Projects. (8 and 22 Million SR, and other small projects)
Technical Coordinator (Tendering, Engineering, Procurement and IT) (Mar’87 – Dec’87): Organized and coordinated activities related to
tendering, engineering and procurement; monitored and followed up the progress of the activities toensure efficient and timely completion.
 Coordinated the work within the department.Assisted in developing the Department Activities. Prepared and applied Database System
for bidding.
 Coordinated the re-structuring, organizing and QMS preparation for the company with an Industrial Developing Consultant.
 Performed contacts with other departments to solve differences.
 Prepared Estimates, Cash flow, Schedules, Execution Plans, Material Lists and reported to the upper Management the Department
Activities.
Field Construction Engineer (Feb’86 - Mar’87): Determine proper preparation of materials and equipments on site prior to work
commencement and supervise manpower during execution of workto ensure compliance to established working procedures, specifications
and safety requirements.
 Supervised the execution of construction works, managed the central batching plant, site laboratory and solved construction and
design problems.
 Reviewed the project progress, carried out contacts with vendors, worked on developing and applying a cost control system.
Resident Engineer (Oct’85 - Feb’86): Reviewed and coordinated the preparation and execution of works related to precast concrete from
precast yard to actual erection on site.
 Coordinate the work with the Precast Concrete subcontractor and controlled the quality of the precast elements at the factory.
 Followed up the production, erection progress and solved technical problems.
Key Projects Handled:
 Army Aviation Centre @ Al Batin (USD 59 Million/1500 Employees)
 Administration and Residential Military Camp at Sulayel (USD 50 Million)
 King Fahad Library Project and Park (USD 23 Million)
 Officers Housing Project in El-Kharj (USD 24 Million)
 S C H O L A S T I C P O R T F O L I O
Master of Science - CivilEngineering from Louisiana Tech University - Ruston, Louisiana (USA) February 1985
Bachelor of Science - CivilEngineering from Louisiana Tech University - Ruston, Louisiana (USA) February 1984
Technical Capability:
Hands-on experience in effectively employing MS Office utilities (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Primavera, Expedition, Microsoft Project,
AutoCAD, Intergraph (Micro-Station) and Internet Applications and utilizing the same to integrate multiple business objects and accurately
document, estimate, and report issues & changes that occur during project/task execution
Date of Birth: February 27th, 1962
Nationality: Canadian
Languages Known: English and Arabic