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Wahaj Mehdi

@wahajmehdi

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I lead industrial and infrastructure construction projects from design coordination through commissioning and handover.

Saudi Arabia

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead complex industrial or infrastructure projects where I can coordinate cross-functional teams, optimize facilities and project outcomes, deliver safely within time, budget, and quality targets, and build collaborative partnerships.

I'm currently supporting Red Sea Global’s Triple Bay Wellness Project, supervising MEP works for Back of House and Service buildings. I coordinate contractors, drawings, schedules, procurement, quality, safety, testing, and commissioning.

Before this, I spent nearly nine years at Pakistan Petroleum Limited directing and controlling project activities as Deputy Chief Engineer (E&I) and Project Site Incharge. I supported major gas processing facility EPCM and EPCC projects, including GPF II, GPF III, Zafir GPF, and the upgrade of GPF I at Gambat South.

I bring hands-on experience in design reviews, HAZOP, HAZID, risk mitigation, vendor coordination, construction supervision, reporting, and project controls. I have helped deliver early plant production, overcome contractor equipment failures through prompt design review and execution, and coordinate multiple vendors and work packages for in-house EPCM projects.

My earlier work spans Etimaad Qatar, Engro Polymer & Chemicals, Descon Integrated Projects, and NOVATEX, covering design engineering, instrumentation and controls, maintenance, commissioning, and petrochemical projects. I'm a PMP-certified electrical engineer focused on delivering safe, on-time, high-quality industrial and infrastructure outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Manager - Construction

Current

Red Sea Global

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Supervising MEP contractors and subcontractors on the Wellness project, ensuring adherence to scope, quality, and safety standards. Coordinating between MEP teams and other disciplines, monitoring progress, and providing updates to stakeholders.

Construction Management Project Coordination Value Engineering safety management Procurement Strategy

Deputy Chief Engineer (E&I) / Project Site Incharge

Pakistan Petroleum Ltd.

May 2015 - Apr 2024 (8 years 11 months)

Directed and controlled project activities as Project Site Incharge, overseeing site supervision, safety inspections, and coordination with contractors and vendors. Managed design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID studies, and ensured compliance with project requirements.

Project Management Site Supervision Hazop HAZID Risk Management Design Reviews Contractor Management Safety Inspections

Lead Design Engineer / Project Coordinator

Etimaad Qatar L.L.C.

Dec 2013 - Oct 2014 (10 months)

Coordinated project activities, design reviews, and safety reviews, acting as liaison between clients, project staff, and subcontractors. Managed in-house design engineering activities and ensured projects stayed within budget and on schedule.

Design Engineering Project Coordination Hazop HAZID Risk Management Subcontractor Management Technical Documentation

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd.

Oct 2010 - Nov 2013 (3 years 1 month)

Managed maintenance activities for diversified chemical and polymer manufacturing units, including PVC, EDC/VCM, Chlor Alkali, and power generation. Led maintenance planning, reliability improvements, and design reviews for system upgrades.

Instrumentation Maintenance Planning Maximo Reliability Engineering Root Cause Analysis Team Leadership

Design Engineer

Descon Integrated Projects Ltd.

Apr 2008 - Oct 2010 (2 years 6 months)

Developed design specifications and instrumentation diagrams for EPC projects, including DCS, SCADA, and field instrumentation. Prepared technical evaluations and supported design reviews for modifications and new installations.

Instrumentation Design DCS SCADA Control Systems Technical Evaluation Design Reviews

Instrumentation Engineer

NOVATEX Ltd.

Apr 2006 - Apr 2008 (2 years)

Involved in pre-commissioning and commissioning of petrochemical expansion projects, including installation, calibration, and loop testing. Managed maintenance schedules and CMMS (MOGAN) for ongoing operations.

Instrumentation Commissioning Calibration DCS CMMS Maintenance Planning