Ashraf Khalaf
Cairo/Alex Project Manager
Cairo
Summary
Dynamic Onshore Project Manager at Hitachi Rail with a proven track record in cost control and agile methodology. Expert in enhancing team performance and fostering customer relations, I successfully delivered projects on time and under budget, while implementing effective risk management strategies. Strong communicator and problem-solver, dedicated to achieving organizational goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Onshore Project Manager - Cairo Alex/Cairo Banha
Hitachi Rail
Cairo
01.2025 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
PDA - Cairo MetroLine 4
Thales
Cairo
04.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Technical Project Manager Cairo Metro Line 3
Thales
Cairo
04.2020 - Current
- Facilitated strong team collaboration through effective meeting management, open communication channels, and timely resolution of conflicts or issues.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and information sharing throughout project lifecycles.
- Streamlined project processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and faster completion times.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively managing diverse teams and maintaining high levels of motivation, even during challenging periods of significant change or tight deadlines.
- Accomplished client goals by providing quality technical projects.
- Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kickoff meetings, joint application designing, and planning sessions to validate requirements.
- Established clear lines of communication between stakeholders by creating detailed status updates that kept everyone apprised of critical milestones throughout each stage of the project.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Reduced project costs with diligent budget management and resource allocation strategies, enabling the completion of projects under budget.
- Identified risks early in the project lifecycle, developing mitigation plans to prevent schedule delays or cost overruns.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing across organization with creation of comprehensive project documentation repository.
- Wrote, updated and maintained project documentation.
- Trained personnel on use of IT tools and applications.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels.
- Assessed and analyzed customer requirements to develop effective project plans.
PDA & Engineering Manager Cairo Metro Line 3
Thales
Cairo
10.2007 - 04.2020
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Streamlined communication between departments by establishing regular meetings, improving collaboration on complex projects.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
System Administrator -Libya Projects
Alcatel
Tripoly
12.2004 - 04.2008
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying and resolving potential issues through thorough system monitoring.
- Established effective communication channels between IT support staff and end-users, leading to improved issue resolution times overall.
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
- Enabled smooth transitions during hardware and software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to end users.
- Worked with users to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability.
- Improved security measures by conducting vulnerability assessments and applying necessary patches.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by providing rapid, accurate response to inquiries and concerns regarding system performance or functionality.
- Streamlined network operations, significantly reducing downtime by implementing robust monitoring tools.
System Site Engineer Copenhagen Mini Metro
Alcatel
Copenhagen
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
- Managed on-site resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment utilization, and material storage to ensure smooth project progression with minimal downtime.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget constraints by effectively managing resources, schedules, and risks.
- Troubleshot on-site issues promptly using analytical problem-solving skills resulting in minimal delays to the overall schedule.
- Solved complex engineering problems by applying advanced technical knowledge, ensuring projects remained on track.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing regular updates and swiftly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Identified and resolved potential issues.
System Site Engineer Cairo Metro Line 2
Alcatel
06.1996 - 12.2000
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
- Managed on-site resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment utilization, and material storage to ensure smooth project progression with minimal downtime.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer & Electronic Engineering
HTI
Egypt08.1994
Skills
Technical support
Cost control
Customer relations
Agile methodology
Timeline
Onshore Project Manager - Cairo Alex/Cairo Banha
Hitachi Rail
01.2025 - Current
PDA - Cairo MetroLine 4
Thales
04.2022 - Current
Technical Project Manager Cairo Metro Line 3
Thales
04.2020 - Current
PDA & Engineering Manager Cairo Metro Line 3
Thales
10.2007 - 04.2020
System Administrator -Libya Projects
Alcatel
12.2004 - 04.2008
System Site Engineer Copenhagen Mini Metro
Alcatel
01.2001 - 12.2004
System Site Engineer Cairo Metro Line 2
Alcatel
06.1996 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer & Electronic Engineering
HTI
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