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Abdirahman Abdi

@abdirahmanabdi

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Accomplished Construction Project Manager with expertise in project delivery.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, collaboration, and impactful project delivery.

I am an accomplished Construction Project Manager with extensive experience in tendering, contract negotiation, and project delivery across commercial, retail, and residential projects in the UK and UAE. My expertise lies in managing full project lifecycles, driving stakeholder engagement, and ensuring regulatory compliance to achieve quality, safety, and budget targets.

Currently, I serve as a Project Director at ARA International, where I direct the full lifecycle of construction and maintenance projects for councils in London. I have successfully built a responsive site delivery model and introduced structured job tracking processes that have laid the foundation for long-term business growth. My previous roles have allowed me to manage portfolios exceeding £3m and lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering and a minor in Business Management from Imperial College London, I am committed to continuous improvement and professional development. I am currently pursuing my PMP certification to further enhance my project management skills. I thrive in dynamic environments and am passionate about delivering exceptional results that exceed client expectations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Manager – Fit-Out | FM | Infrastructure

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Quintain Living

Sep 2024 - Present (8 months)

Delivered simultaneous residential and commercial fit-out projects across London, ensuring quality, budget control, and full regulatory compliance. Managed a portfolio exceeding £3m while leading multidisciplinary teams of up to 15 personnel. Led tender submissions and contract reviews for major projects, collaborating with commercial teams to develop accurate cost plans and site-specific risk ass

Fit Out Projects Facilities Management Budget Management Regulatory Compliance Team Leadership Contract Review Risk Assessment

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Project Director – Construction & Maintenance

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ARA International

Dec 2024 - Present (5 months)

Directed the full lifecycle of construction and maintenance projects for councils, including tender preparation, contract negotiation, and project execution across multiple active sites in London. Built and scaled a responsive site delivery model by assigning engineers based on skillset and urgency, ensuring maximum utilization. Introduced structured job tracking and reporting processes to monitor

Contract Negotiation Client Relationship Management Budgeting Project Tracking Reporting Maintenance

Client Services Coordinator

Harrods

Sep 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year)

Collaborated with senior management to enhance customer service, resulting in improved client satisfaction and retention. Facilitated cross-departmental team collaboration to support business goals and long-term growth. Implemented a tracking system for orders and deliveries, streamlining logistics and improving delivery times.

Customer Service Customer Satisfaction Team Collaboration Logistics Delivery Management Process Improvement

Project Manager – Investment Projects

DeVere Group

Sep 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year)

Managed over £1.5m in client assets, overseeing multiple investment projects to meet time, budget, and quality targets. Led teams of contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to successfully deliver 5+ projects that improved client outcomes. Utilized MS Project and Jira for project planning and tracking, enhancing team alignment and deadline adherence.

Budget Management Quality Control Team Leadership Stakeholder Management Jira Salesforce HubSpot

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Imperial College London

Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business Management

Pursued a Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Business Management. Gained a strong foundation in aerospace principles and integrated business acumen.

Retrofit Specialist Training

Certification, Domestic Retrofit

Completed specialized training to become fully certified in Domestic Retrofit (PAS 2035). Acquired comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in retrofitting practices and standards.