Tajdar Ahmed

About the Candidate

Tajdar Siddiqui
Project Controls /PMO
0966530178712 ◇ tajdar99@gmail.com ◇ Prince Mashahoor Road, Jubail, Saudi Arabia ◇ Open to Relocate ◇
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SUMMARY
My core competencies include project scheduling, cost estimation, resource management, and claims management. I have
successfully completed several railway and infrastructure projects across the Kingdom, including the Royal Commission
Beach Improvement Project and the Saudi Arabia Railways Rubber Panels Installation Project. I am adept at using project
scheduling software like Primavera, MS Project, and Excel to deliver high-quality project documentation, plans, and
forecasts. I am passionate about applying my functional skills and professional development to support effective
communication and process improvement for the development and growth of the region.
EXPERIENCE
Project Control Engineer
Al Ayuni Investment & Contracting Company
Feb ’20 — Present
Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Project Scheduling
Develop and maintain Level 2 to Level 4 project schedules using Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.
Define project milestones, critical path activities, and logical sequences for engineering, procurement, construction, and
commissioning phases.
Regularly update schedules based on actual progress and scope changes to maintain realistic project timelines.
Progress Monitoring & Reporting
Track progress of engineering deliverables, procurement packages, and construction activities.
Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and lookahead schedules.
Monitor earned value and flag delays or deviations.
Interface Coordination
Coordinate with engineering teams, procurement specialists, construction managers, and subcontractors to ensure
consistent and accurate schedule updates.
Interface with vendors and external stakeholders to align their deliverables with project timelines.
Risk and Delay Analysis
Identify and assess schedule risks and constraints during all project phases.
Perform forensic delay analysis and support Extension of Time (EOT) claim preparation, including impact assessment
and narrative support.
Compliance and Integration
Ensure alignment of project schedules with contractual milestones, execution plans, and client requirements.
Integrate planning activities across disciplines including engineering, procurement, logistics, and construction.
Support in Resource Planning
Assist in preparing the KPI sheet, including manpower and equipment loading forecasts.
Support resource levelling and capacity analysis.
Cost Control & Budget Management
Develop and manage cost control frameworks aligned with the project WBS and schedule using tools like Excel, SAP, or
Primavera.
Track commitments, actuals, and accruals; monitor cost performance and forecast final cost at completion (EAC).
Prepare weekly/monthly cost reports highlighting budget variances, trends, and corrective measures.
Support cash flow forecasting, contingency tracking, and cost impact of change orders and claims.
Implement earned value management (EVM) practices to evaluate project performance indices (CPI/SPI).
Assistant Project Engineer (Planning and Estimation)
Ircon Infrastructure & Services Ltd. (A wholly owned subsidiary of Ircon International Limited, A Govt.
ofIndia Undertaking, under Ministry of Railways)
Jan ’18 — Jan ’20
New Delhi, India
PMC, Construction Consulting
Senior Engineer (Planning and Estimation)
Arch Vista Design Consultatns
Dec ’15 — Nov ’17
Jaipur, India
Project Engineer (Planning & Project Management)
Simplex Infrastructure LLC
Jun ’15 — Nov ’15
Muscat, Oman
Senior Engineer (Planning & Estimation)
Arch VIsta Design Consultants
Jan ’15 — Jun ’15
Jaipur, India
Works Engineer (Planning & Project Managment)
Ircon international Limited (IRCON) A government Company under (Ministry of Railway)
Oct ’12 — Oct ’14
Ajmer, India
PMC, Construction Consulting
Engineer
ITD-ITD CEM JV
Jun ’11 — Sep ’12
Jaipur, India
Jaipur Metro Rail Project
EDUCATION
Post Graduation Programm in Construction Management, NICMAR University (SODE) Pune, India
Completed a rigorous curriculum in Construction Management, focusing on project planning, scheduling, and cost
management to develop comprehensive skills relevant to the role of Planning Manager.
Bachalor of Technology in Civil Engineering, Kautillya Institute of Technology and Engineering Jaipur, India
Actively participated in industry seminars and workshops focused on Urban Development and Environmental Impact
Assessment.
CERTIFICATIONS
Applied Project Controls Training, Project Control Academy
Project Scheduling with Primavera P6, Project Control Academy
Business Continuity, Project Management Institute (PMI)
Power BI Cost Visual Data Analytics for Project Controls, Project Control Academy
Power BI Schedule Visual Data Analytics for Project Controls, Project Control Academy
McKinsey Forward Program, McKinsey & Company
Project Change Managemetn Best Practices, Project Control Academy
Diploma in Project Planning & Management, CAD Desk
PROJECTS
Signaling and Telecomnucaition Work STW230, Jubail, Saudi Arabia Feb ’20
Dareen Beach Site Improvement and Development Phase-II, Jubail, Saudi Arabia Mar ’21
Installation of Rubber Panels at Level Crossing at Various Locations, Hail, Nariyah Workshop, Jouf,
Saudi Arabia
Jun ’20 — Jan ’21
Camel Crossing Bridges at Hail and Jouf, Hail & Jouf, Saudi Arabia Jun ’20 — Mar ’22
Downstream Site Development at Jubail Industrial Area, Jubail, Saudi Arabia Mar ’21 — Dec ’23
MH-60R Facilities and Infrastructure, Jubail, Saudi Arabia Jun ’21
SKILLS
Relevant Skills Interpersonal Skills, ERP, SAP, Effective Communication, Process Improvement, Cost Analysis,
Procurement Contracts, Cost Engineering, Project Cost, Time Management
Project Controls Earn Value Management, Cost Estimation, Budget Preparation, Project Scheduling Software, Master
Schedule, Contractors, Development Projects, WBS, Dashboard, Program Planning, Recovery Plans, Internal Reporting,
Mitigation, Histograms, Schedule Management, Scheduling Process, Project Plans, Engineering Project Management,
Microsoft Project, Planner, Project Completion, Industrial Engineering, Cost Schedule, Effective Planning, Risk
Management, Variance Analysis, Track Record, Mentoring, CPD
Change Management Contract Changes Management, Change Initiatives
AI Tools Generative AI applications in project management, Best practices for using AI in project management
Skills Engineering Services, Schedule Control, Evaluations, Summary Reports, Revisions, Command, AutoCAD,
Multidisciplinary, Inspectors, Framework, Recovery Planning, Strategy, Career Opportunities, Office, Sequencing,
Communication Skills
Mckinsey Forward Program Adaptability and Resilience, Problem Solving, Communicating for Impact, Relationships &
Well-Being, Team Leadership
Planning and Scheduling Master Planning, CPM, Interactive Planning, Schedule Analysis, Methodical Approach
Languages Hindi, English
VOLUNTEERING
PMI PMO of the Year Awards – 2025 Judging Committee Member, Project Management Institute
(PMI)
Apr ’25 — Present
i have been appointed to PMI PMO of the Year Awards – 2025 Judging Committee Member,
active participation in various activities that support the strategic, global initiatives of PMI.
MICRO SKILLS
Attend Virtual Technical Webiner on Alternate Delay Analysis Methods
AACE
Foundation Course in Civil Auto CADD
CAD Desk
Business Continuity
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMO-CP eLearning Course
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Generative AI Overview for Project Managers
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Data Landscape of GenAI for Project Managers
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Talking to AI: Prompt Engineering for Project Managers
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Practical Application of Generative AI for Project Managers
Project Management Institute (PMI)
AI in Infrastructure and Construction Projects
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Microsoft Excel for Project Management
Udemy
Attend Virtual Technical Webiner on DSAA-3814: Data Collection and Visualization for an Improved Analysis of
Historical Project Data”
AACE
Excel VBA code Write certificate
ExcelChamps.com
Write Better Emails Tactics for Smarter Team Communication
Udemy
CRASH COURSE ON RISK IDENTIFICATION
ricardo-vargas.com
Accounting Foundations: Cost Estimating
Linkdin
AFFILIATION & CERTIFICATION
Member, Association of Project Management (MAPM)
Chartered Engineer (India)
Member, Institute of Engineers (india)
Member, Project Management Institute
Member, AACE International
Member of Saudi Council of Engineer
PMP, Project Management Institute
PSP, AACE International
CCP, AACE International
PMI-SP, Project Management Institute
PMI-PMOCP, Project Management Institute
PMI-RMP, Project Management Institute