
Maher Maher Bitar
Operations Manager at AlRawaf for Contracting
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaWork Experience
Operations ManagerFull Time
AlRawaf for Contracting
Dec 2024 - Present -8 months
Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
- Job Details:12/2024 – Present Led project operations in the Central Region, including Green Riyadh and multiple housing projects. Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely project delivery and operational efficiency. Managed logistics operations, overseeing material procurement, supply chain coordination, and subcontractor supervision. Supervised procurement orders, vendor negotiations, and compliance with quality and safety standards. Contributed to strategic planning by identifying and establishing new business opportunities for company growth.
Project ManagerFull Time
Title Trust
Sep 2023 - Oct 2024 -1 yr, 1 month
Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
- Job Details: Led the fabrication and installation of a thermal storage plant at King Abdullah International Gardens, managing end-to-end project execution with precision. Oversaw critical components: air-cooled chillers, ice storage tanks, glycol pumps, chilled water pumps, pressurization units, top-up units, pipes, supports, and accessories, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and project deadlines. Achieved 30% cost savings by optimizing procurement processes, resource allocation, and operational workflows. Reduced project timelines by over 20% through streamlined workflows, efficient subcontractor management, and process improvements. Ensured 100% compliance with quality assurance and safety standards, achieving zero incidents during fabrication and installation phases. Successfully initiated and delivered the project, driving operational efficiency and consistently meeting client expectations. Corrected project layouts and drawings, including executive plans and isometric drawings, to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements. Revised project implementation procedures in collaboration with consultants, enhancing clarity and operational effectiveness.
Senior Site ManagerFull Time
Alkhorayef Water & Power Technologies
Jun 2022 - Aug 2023 -1 yr, 2 months
Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
- Job Details: Led and supervised all preparation works for N.W.C water improvement projects, including distribution networks and reservoirs across the South/East Region of Saudi Arabia. Developed comprehensive work plans in collaboration with project zone managers, achieving faster project initiation through optimized planning. Executed safety and security plans, ensuring 100% compliance with safety standards and zero incidents across project sites. Managed procurement operations, including equipment, materials, labor housing, and transportation, reducing costs by 50% through strategic vendor negotiations. Oversaw machinery maintenance and on-site manufacturing, improving equipment uptime by over 50% through proactive maintenance schedules. Coordinated with subcontractors to define work methods and specifications, enhancing project efficiency by 20% . Led teams of skilled workers: supervised blacksmiths, welders, electricians, and cathodic protection specialists to meet steel and electrical requirements, ensuring timely delivery of resources.
Project ManagerFull Time
AREENA – Saudi German for Contracting
Jun 2021 - Mar 2022 -9 months
Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
- Job Details: Spearheaded the expansion of King Khalid International Airport (KKIA) Terminals 3 & 4, overseeing the installation of fire-fighting and HVAC systems for Siemens and SATCO. Redesigned technical drawings to align with site conditions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications. Conducted critical testing procedures, including hydro tests, smoke tests, and air balance tests, ensuring system functionality and safety. Achieved 50% cost reduction through process optimization, resource allocation, and improved production efficiency. Enhanced quality and productivity by implementing streamlined workflows and rigorous quality assurance protocols.
Education
Mechanical Engineer in Mechanical Engineering
Damascus UniversityJan 1990 - Jan 1995 - 5 yr
Achievements
Doubling production and installations 150% and increase the quality of work 200%, compared to competing companies, ability to bear more than 12 different tasks at the same time in Al Khorayef Water & Power Technologies Co. and BEMCO Internationals for Industry
Skills
- • Fabrication and Installation Expert
- • Supervisory Training
- • Professionals Team Creator (Training)
- • Team Management
- • Training and Development
- • Job Site Management
- • Job Planning
- • Operations Management
- • Complex Problem Solving
- • Project planning
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Languages
Arabic
FluentEnglish
Fluent
Training & Certifications
Project Management
Great Learning Acadimy·2023OSHA
IQ-OHS·2023ISO9001
CT-CO (Chebli & Tellawe Trading and Contracting)·2009