PLANNING &
SCHEDULING
ENGINEER
MAHAMMAD ASHFAQ
7 YEARS PLUS EXPERIENCE IN PLANNING & EXPERTISE IN DATA ANALYSIS
PROFILE SUMMARY
Portfolio
35+
Projects
7+
300+
Years of
Experience
Project
Reports
1M+
Data
Transformation
CONTACT
-
-Saudi Arabia - Khobar
Experienced Planning Engineer with a proven track record of utilizing Primavera P6
to drive project success. Skilled in data analysis and automation using cloud-based
systems, with a strong focus on data visualization using Power BI. Committed to
delivering results and driving efficiency through the use of technology and innovative
solutions.
linkedin.com/in/ashfaq2ashu/
SOFTWARE
Planning
Scheduling
Data Analysis
Data Visualization
using Power BI
Primavera P6
Level 4 Scheduling
E X P E R I E N C E
Schedule monitoring
Performance measurement
Lead Planning And Scheduling Engineer
Earned value analysis
MIA Arabia Company - Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Delay Analysis
Detailed Schedule Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Power Query & M-Code
Advanced Excel
Dashboard Reports
Data Analysis
Power BI
Transform and model the data
DAX
Dashboards
April 2019 to July 2024 (Present)
Planning Phase:
Defining the scope of work and developing work breakdown structures (WBS) and work
packages for engineering, construction, and procurement.
Defining detailed deliverables for engineering and procurement and developing
planning packages with a progress measurement system (PMS) for construction in
terms of Direct Man Hours, Procurement, and Engineering in terms of Cost and Indirect
Man Hours respectively.
Creating S-curves for engineering procurement and construction and overall project.
Preparing narrative reports defining the procedures for development of progress
measurement system.
Developing a master schedule in Primavera P6 that incorporates all work packages.
Creating data models for quantity, budget cost, man-hours and cash flow tracking.
Developing a dynamic look-ahead template and sharing it with the project team.
Creating master databases based on schedule and BOQ, creating a link between
databases and daily reporting sheets using cloud systems for automatic progress
updates.
Preparing weekly, monthly, and progress reports.
Monitoring and Control Phase:
Photoshop
Dashboard Preparation
Info-graphics
Logos
Monitoring the progress of projects at different stages of development and preparing
daily and weekly progress reports to ensure that the project stays on track.
Proactively assessing progress and completion forecasts, identifying potential
schedule delays, and providing solutions to mitigate any issues.
OTHER SOFTWARE
Google Sheet - Google Scripts
SQL
Python
WordPress
Figma
VSDC
EDUCATION
Creating look-ahead schedules and monitoring critical activities based on the project
schedule, using Rolling Wave Planning to stay ahead of potential delays.
Demonstrating a strong proficiency in Earned Value Management, forecasting the
ETC (estimate to complete) at any stage of the project.
Preparing Time Impact Analysis reports by inserting delay fragments into the P6
schedule and analyzing the impact on the project timeline.
Developing Delay Justification Reports that clearly show the variance caused by the
contractor side, to provide transparent reporting to all stakeholders.
Preparing Delay Analysis - for the submission of EOT Claims
Data Analysis/Management Report:
XII-PHY MATH CHEM & STATS
Standardizing templates and formats for data collection, and sharing them with
different departments to gather the data.
Cleaning and transforming collected data using Excel and Power Query for analysis
and reporting.
Preparing management level portfolio dashboard reports, encompassing Earned
X - SCHOOLING
Value Management (EVM), procurement status, manpower and equipment status,
and cash flows using visualization tools like Power BI.
Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and data mining techniques, ability to
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (B.E)
CERTIFICATION
Google Data Analyst
Primavera P6 - Oracle
Six Sigma
Statistics
PG in Piping Engineering
AutoCAD
i-Point
INTEREST
Reading
Internet Survey
Math
LANGUAGE
English
Hindi
Arabic
PUBLISHING
American Journal of Materials Science
Fabrication and Characterization of an
Eco-friendly Biodegradable
Epoxy/Chitosan Composites
perform data analysis and interpretation.
Identifying patterns, trends and insights in large datasets, and presenting them in a
clear and concise manner.
Communicating data findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
MAJOR PROJECTS HANDLED
Prepared more than 100+ schedules in Primavera P6, including baseline, recovery, and
revised schedules.
E X P E R I E N C E
COUNTRIES
Planning Engineer
SMEC - India
Saudi Arabia
Bahrain
India
CERTIFICATION
Jun 2018 to Mar 2019
Prepare Primavera P6 project schedules, including Work Breakdown Structure
(WBS), activities, logic, and activity coding to an appropriate level of detail for
effective project and program management.
Monitor and report on progress against the plan and make changes as required.
Liaise with Lead Engineers to obtain progress updates and identify potential
variance issues.
Familiar with and capable of using tools such as engineering progress and
measuring programs to produce plans.
Provide the Project Manager with clear and concise progress and variance reports
to enable accurate and timely client and internal reporting.
Manage baselines and implement change control on the project schedules in
PRIMAVERA P6
ORACLE
DATA ANALYST
GOOGLE
conjunction with the wider project controls system.
Critically review consultant and contractor programs to ensure logic and
alignment with project objectives and key dates.
Incorporate appropriate contractor summary activities into program schedules.
Work with the Project Manager to ensure all change notices are addressed in a
timely manner by coordinating the resources to address the change and track the
associated cost.
Develop and manage project schedules throughout the full project life cycle with
an understanding of engineering, consenting, procurement, logistics, and
construction activities associated with multi-discipline engineering projects.
Lead project planning workshops with the project team to obtain the required
information for schedule development.
Analyze programs to critically comment on logic, sequence, and task duration and
review and analyze programs to identify solutions and strategies that can
optimize or reduce program duration, provide recovery options for program
delay, and mitigate future project program risks.
E X P E R I E N C E
Scheduling Engineer
Konkan - India
POWER BI
MS & LINKEDIN
6 SIGMA
AVETA
Jun 2017 to Jun 2018
Develop project schedules using Primavera P6 software, ensuring accuracy,
completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
Conduct schedule analysis to identify potential issues, risks, and opportunities
for improvement, and provide recommendations to the project team.
Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to develop and maintain
project schedules, and ensure timely and effective communication of schedule
updates.
Collaborate with other members of the project team to integrate schedules
and ensure consistency across all project activities.
Create and maintain project dashboards, reports, and other documents using
Excel, and provide regular updates to project stakeholders.
Develop and maintain resource-loaded schedules, and assist with resource
planning and forecasting.
Participate in project meetings, and provide schedule updates and analysis as
required.
Identify and escalate issues or risks that may impact project schedules or
budgets, and work with the project team to develop mitigation strategies.
Continuously improve scheduling processes and tools, and implement best
practices to enhance project performance and efficiency.