Muhannad Ali Sulieman

Address: İstanbul, Turkey,

Email: [email protected],
Phone: +90 531 857 5915)

Summary of Qualifications:

Senior Executive, Electrical Power Engineer, holding BSc in Electric Power Engineering Yarmouk
University, Jordan, 1993-1998 and MBA degree- International Business Strategy -Bradford
University-UK, 2011-2013,

With more than 20 years of core experience in managing all aspects of Projects (Power Engineering,
Electrical design and regulations, Energy Business, Infrastructure, HV and EHV Substations and
Power Systems, Generation, Transmission and Distribution) & Business development Management.

Worked with multinational companies like ABB, Siemens, AECOM and Elia Grid International (EGI),
worked in different countries like Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries, Near East Countries,
UK, USA and West African Zone Countries (Nigeria, and Ivory Coast).

Expert in handling multiple projects from conceptualization to execution, managing complex

operations involving multiple stakeholders with strategic thinking and innovative approach. Adroit in
planning, executing and handling projects involving detailed engineering and resource planning with
a flair for adopting modern methodologies and technologies in compliance to the quality standards.
Also I got experienced value Engineering, Best Practices, Benchmarking, Innovations and developing
managing and monitoring the performance for improved operational efficiency.

Professional strengths and skills:

 Good discernment or judgment

 The ability to adapt to change, and Collaboration skills

 Good business knowledge and Negotiation skills

 Extensive experience with energy business within GCC, and Middle East.

 Results-oriented, dynamic and proven record of accomplishment

 Team player, entrepreneurial and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 Ability to monitor, supervises, coordinate and manage junior staff.

 Excellent communication and project management skills.

 Problem solving skills (The ability to remain flexible and seek alternative options to problems)

 Business Development and business strategies analysis.

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Employment History:

October 2016 to Date Self Employed,

Freelancer Technical and Management Consultant

Freelancer consultants self-employed professionals providing advices to clients in different subjects

such as management and engineering design and consultation management of EHV/HV Substations
and Renewable Energy business.

Key Responsibilities as an Engineering Consultant:

 Implementation of services associated with the network solutions

 Application of project management, Analysis and assessment of technical issues

 Researching, planning and executing advanced technical solutions

 Preparing documentation, Delivering appropriate solutions as per the needs of the clients

 Creating a good rapport with the clients in order to understand their requirements and
provide solutions accordingly

 Coordinating and working with the technical staff and ESI sales in developing and presenting
projects

 Deal with upper management and owners, by providing a viewpoint as per the objective of the
third party. Critical objectives are determined and advise is provided in confidence

 Proved as a viable alternative in the preparation of proposal or assisting in feasibility studies

 As engineering consultant can be most helpful during the initial phase of the company. A
consultant can be as a technical staff member for full time on a permanent basis.

October 2015 to September 2016 Elia Grid International (EGI) – Dubai - UAE
Senior Team Leader and Business Development Manager

My Role as Business Development Manager of Elia Grid International (EGI) with a primary focus on
the market in the UAE and Oman for delivering and implementing proven and innovative Asset
Management Solutions & Services.

Major Achievements:

Working as Business Development Manager, main duties and achievements as following:

 Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and
exploring opportunities.

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  Screens potential business deals by analysing market strategies, deal requirements, potential,
and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities; recommending equity
investments.

 Develops negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with
company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners'
needs and goals.

 Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction, conduct
research to identify new markets and customer needs

 Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines, and keep
records of sales, revenue, invoices etc.

 Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support, build long-term relationships with new
and existing customers

 Develop entry-level staff into valuable salespeople, and protects organization's value by
keeping information confidential.

 Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating

contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations.

 Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional

publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

 Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and

different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

 Strategy Implementation Support management of respective local unit in translating global

strategies into local ones and in defining local implementation actions. Provide inputs to
global strategy development, based on good understanding of local needs.

 Business Opportunities Work with respective management in identification and prioritization

of new business opportunities in line with global strategic priorities, based on good
understanding of local situation and global business strategies. Support realization of
prioritized opportunities.

 Performing research into the market, customer trends, and competition in the market.

 Using quantitative and qualitative techniques to collect useful information

 Collaborate with all related internal contacts to ensure alignment, efficiency and effectiveness
in the implementation of the respective local business strategy. Identify and promote local
business-led collaboration opportunities/needs.

Working as Technical Stream Line Leader within Strategic Asset Management Implementation
(SAMI) Project, Client: National Grid of Saudi Arabia (Part of Saudi Electricity Company), Project
Objectives: Implement PAS55 in National Grid SA to ensure it becomes an excellent asset
management company. Duration: 12 months.

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Mar. 2011 to Sept. 2015 AECOM Middle East Ltd- Abu Dhabi -UAE
Associate Director –Energy Business Unit.
My responsibilities include:

 Leading the Energy Practice line (T&D, Renewable Energy, and Generation) within the UAE
and Oman with primary focus on Delivery and Quality.

 Keeping up to date with economic and business developments throughout the working day.

 Looking after the business unit's financial resources and allocating them as appropriate.

 Expanding the practice line to cover renewable energy and HV/EHV practices, also assist in
developing the Utility practice line through approaching new clients and strengthen relation
with existing Clients to insure continual flow of opportunities.

 Ensure that Energy Projects delivered on time, to budget and to the required quality standard.

 Allocating and utilizing of resources in an efficient manner and maintaining a co-operative,

motivated and successful team.

 Liaising with other professionals in the company and in other companies, including account
managers.

 Manage client’s relationship.

 Preparing detailed business plans which cover relevant goals and objectives

January 2009 to February 2011 Freedom Group of Companies Ltd.

Siemens Energy Ltd -UK
Sr. Primary Design Engineer
My Responsibility:

 Responsible for primary conceptual design on transmission substations.

 Responsible for the design of substation layouts and cross sections

 Calculates loading and short circuit values of primary plant

 Production of Engineering Technical Specifications

 Production of Primary Engineering documents – busbar and clamp schedules, earthing

layouts , structure loading drawings & interlock drawings ·

 Liaises with civil department to ensure full scope of work is covered.

 Ensures consistency by attending design reviews and adhering to design specifications·

 Ensuring consistency with the engineering departments procedures.

 Attend site meetings to discuss and advise on site related issues.

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  Attends appropriate technical meetings with the client either site or office based to ensure
visual client satisfaction.

 Accountable for approving primary engineering design on own projects as well as other team
members.

 Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies, for example
Business Conduct Guidelines & Confidential Information.

March 2005 to December 2008 ABB Near East Ltd. –Amman -Jordan
Sr. Project Design Engineer
My Responsibility:

 Attending mid-tender meetings and pre bid site visits, reviewing the technical issues of the
tender documents.

 Reviewing technical submittals of vendors, prepare/create a full range of construction

documents for the installation of new, or modifications of existing, substations. Work
includes bill of materials, yard layouts, plans, sections and electrical details;

 Provide engineering and construction support for projects; and communicate and coordinate
project activities with project manager and others as needed;

 Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members;

 Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one’s work;

August 2001 to February 2005 ISCOSA/ Siemens Ltd. –Dammam -Saudi Arabia

HV Substations design Engineer

My Responsibility:

 Carry out all design and Engineering works related to primary / layout design activities.

 Reviewing vendors / subcontractors design calculations and drawings.

 Study the requirements of design changes if any and report to Design supervisor.

 Follow up all design issues with customers and vendors.

 Coordinate with civil / mechanical and equipment layout designs.

 Attending coordination meetings with client, vendors and subcontractors.

 Preparing issued for construction drawings:

 Preparing design related calculations:

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August 1998 to August 2001 Contracting and Construction Enterprises Ltd. (CCE) –Riyadh KSA
Site/ Project Electrical Engineer
My Responsibility:

 Assist the electrical construction manager in all phases of the project construction.

 Plant day-to-day construction activities and allocated works to various groups.

 Supervise all construction activities as per the approved construction drawings.

 Coordinate with inspectors and testing representatives at sites.

 Report site activities progress to the construction manager.

Education:
MBA Degree in International Business 2013
University Name, Bradford University - UK
(Dissertation: Renewable Energy in Jordan: Economical opportunities and Market Entry
Strategy Guidance)

B.Sc. Degree in Electrical Power Engineering 1998

University Name, Yarmouk University - Jordan
(Equivalent to a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, as determined by Educational
Credential Evaluators, Milwaukee, USA)

Courses:
 Design of On-grid and off-grid solar PV Systems.
 Financial Modeling - Renewable Energy Solar and wind
 The complete Solar Energy Course, beginner to advance level
 Project Management Course: Beginner to Project Manager level
 Leadership and Change Management

My Personnel Information:
 Date of Birth: June 11th, 1975.

 Nationality: Jordanian.

 Available for trips and willing to relocate internationally.

 Languages:

o Arabic: Mother tongue.

o English: Fluent reading, writing and speaking. (IELTS 6.5).