
Maiad Salama
@maiadsalama
I lead project controls and performance management for multi-billion-dollar energy projects.
What I'm looking for
I've led project controls, planning, and performance management across major Oil & Gas and energy projects totaling more than $5.3 billion. My work spans project delivery, stage-gate reviews, cost and schedule control, risk management, and executive reporting.
At OQ, I drove group performance management through strategic KPIs, balanced scorecards, dashboards, benchmarking, and cross-functional data analysis. Previously at OmanGas, I established a reporting department, led Project Committee Reviews, and provided strategic tender insights.
I've supported delivery of projects including Salalah LPG, Amin Solar PV, Amal Field Development, Miraah Solar, ABB Block-60 Gas, and Qasr Gas Development. I use Primavera, SAP, Acumen Fuse, and ProCon to build transparent controls frameworks, strengthen decision-making, and guide multidisciplinary teams through execution and commissioning.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Planning Engineer
Tecnicas Reunidas
Jan 2025 - Aug 2025 (7 months)
Oversaw and validated contractor schedules for oil production and waterflooding projects, developed integrated schedules, and led procurement of an integrated software solution. Produced weekly and monthly progress reports and contributed to dashboards and cost control procedures.
Manager - Group Performance Management
OQ
Feb 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 10 months)
Drove organizational performance through performance management and data analysis, developing KPIs, balanced scorecards, and dashboards aligned with strategic goals. Gathered and analyzed performance information and fostered a performance-driven culture.
Projects Reporting Manager
Oman Gas Company
Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 (3 years)
Established a new reporting department to enhance project monitoring and standardize project management practices. Led Project Committee Reviews and provided strategic insights for tenders.
Project Controls Manager
Oman Gas Company
Jul 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 5 months)
Provided functional oversight of project controls, coordinating schedules and cost reports, and managing change control. Achieved successful delivery of the Salalah LPG Project and Amin Solar PV Project.
Project Services Team Lead
Petroleum Development Oman
Jun 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year)
Set up and operated project management systems and services, including controls structure, information management, and reporting. Managed the Amal Field Development Project, completed at $1,541 million.
Project Services Team Lead
Oman Oil Company E&P
Apr 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year 2 months)
Managed project services function, including schedule and cost risk analyses, risk register, and project controls strategies. Reviewed contractor reports and supported the ABB Block-60 Gas Project.
Senior Cost & Planning Engineer
Khalda Petroleum Company
Feb 2004 - Oct 2007 (3 years 8 months)
Developed and maintained Level 2 and 3 schedules, identified critical paths, and provided planning guidance to contractors. Achieved successful delivery of the Qasr Gas Development Project.
Planning Engineer
Saudi Aircon
Feb 2002 - Feb 2004 (2 years)
Established planning baselines and updated plans with scope changes and progress. Worked on multiple mechanical and electrical projects including chiller plants and HVAC works.
Planning Engineer
Khalda Petroleum Company
Feb 1998 - Feb 2002 (4 years)
Implemented standard planning procedures and developed planning network schedules using Primavera. Achieved successful delivery of the Western Desert Gas Project and Southern Gas Pipeline Project.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Higher Technological Institute
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
1991 - 1996
Grade: Very Good (GPA 3.2/4.0)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Power Section) with a grade of Very Good (GPA 3.2/4.0). Specialized in thermal engineering, renewable energy, turbomachines, refrigeration, and air-conditioning.
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