Ahmad S.
Head of IT PMO at Future Systems for Information Technology (FSIT)- Claim this Profile
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Muhammad Arshad
I worked with Ahmad Saeed on multiple project at 3WNetworks. He spearheaded the development of first ever PMO in our company, as a Senior Manager / Head of PMO, Ahmad developed a team of competent project managers and project planners through training and mentoring to ensure smooth execution of projects. He utilized exceptional organizational and communicative skills to act as liaison between departments, reviewed project status and forecast project future performance. Apart from defining and managing the project processes, Ahmad provided transparency into the projects and developed impressive Dashboards for our Executive Management Team. Sincerely, Muhammad Arshad Finance Manager 3WNetworks FZco. Dubai-UAE 00971558921192
LinkedIn User
I know Ahmad for the last six years. I worked with him at 3W Networks. He demonstrates tremendous skills in the areas of Program Management and cross-functional team Leadership. His learning curve was impressive. He absorbed information like a sponge and immediately made an impact. His ability to manage complex projects is second to none. Ahmad pulled together a highly matrix team and satisfied the customers’ needs. He is also a trusted team player in international and multi-cultural environments. Ahmad would be an asset to any organization looking for an experienced PMO professional.
Muhammad Arshad
I worked with Ahmad Saeed on multiple project at 3WNetworks. He spearheaded the development of first ever PMO in our company, as a Senior Manager / Head of PMO, Ahmad developed a team of competent project managers and project planners through training and mentoring to ensure smooth execution of projects. He utilized exceptional organizational and communicative skills to act as liaison between departments, reviewed project status and forecast project future performance. Apart from defining and managing the project processes, Ahmad provided transparency into the projects and developed impressive Dashboards for our Executive Management Team. Sincerely, Muhammad Arshad Finance Manager 3WNetworks FZco. Dubai-UAE 00971558921192
LinkedIn User
I know Ahmad for the last six years. I worked with him at 3W Networks. He demonstrates tremendous skills in the areas of Program Management and cross-functional team Leadership. His learning curve was impressive. He absorbed information like a sponge and immediately made an impact. His ability to manage complex projects is second to none. Ahmad pulled together a highly matrix team and satisfied the customers’ needs. He is also a trusted team player in international and multi-cultural environments. Ahmad would be an asset to any organization looking for an experienced PMO professional.
Muhammad Arshad
I worked with Ahmad Saeed on multiple project at 3WNetworks. He spearheaded the development of first ever PMO in our company, as a Senior Manager / Head of PMO, Ahmad developed a team of competent project managers and project planners through training and mentoring to ensure smooth execution of projects. He utilized exceptional organizational and communicative skills to act as liaison between departments, reviewed project status and forecast project future performance. Apart from defining and managing the project processes, Ahmad provided transparency into the projects and developed impressive Dashboards for our Executive Management Team. Sincerely, Muhammad Arshad Finance Manager 3WNetworks FZco. Dubai-UAE 00971558921192
LinkedIn User
I know Ahmad for the last six years. I worked with him at 3W Networks. He demonstrates tremendous skills in the areas of Program Management and cross-functional team Leadership. His learning curve was impressive. He absorbed information like a sponge and immediately made an impact. His ability to manage complex projects is second to none. Ahmad pulled together a highly matrix team and satisfied the customers’ needs. He is also a trusted team player in international and multi-cultural environments. Ahmad would be an asset to any organization looking for an experienced PMO professional.
Muhammad Arshad
I worked with Ahmad Saeed on multiple project at 3WNetworks. He spearheaded the development of first ever PMO in our company, as a Senior Manager / Head of PMO, Ahmad developed a team of competent project managers and project planners through training and mentoring to ensure smooth execution of projects. He utilized exceptional organizational and communicative skills to act as liaison between departments, reviewed project status and forecast project future performance. Apart from defining and managing the project processes, Ahmad provided transparency into the projects and developed impressive Dashboards for our Executive Management Team. Sincerely, Muhammad Arshad Finance Manager 3WNetworks FZco. Dubai-UAE 00971558921192
LinkedIn User
I know Ahmad for the last six years. I worked with him at 3W Networks. He demonstrates tremendous skills in the areas of Program Management and cross-functional team Leadership. His learning curve was impressive. He absorbed information like a sponge and immediately made an impact. His ability to manage complex projects is second to none. Ahmad pulled together a highly matrix team and satisfied the customers’ needs. He is also a trusted team player in international and multi-cultural environments. Ahmad would be an asset to any organization looking for an experienced PMO professional.
Credentials
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Strategy Implementation
George Washington UniveristyNov, 2016- Sep, 2024 -
Insurance Foundation Certificate
SAMA
Experience
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Future Systems for Information Technology (FSIT)
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Saudi Arabia
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Outsourcing/Offshoring
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of IT PMO
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Mar 2022 - Present
Leading PMO of a top financial investment client in Riyadh. Drive program/project management best practices and standards that improve productivity, investment decision making and realized targeted project KPIs. SME for execution of 3-year IT Strategy roadmap. Leading PMO of a top financial investment client in Riyadh. Drive program/project management best practices and standards that improve productivity, investment decision making and realized targeted project KPIs. SME for execution of 3-year IT Strategy roadmap.
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Detecon International
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Germany
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Center of Excellence PgMO
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Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Senior PMO consultant for stc. Implemented PMO as Center of Excellence. Responsible and accountable for the coordinated management of high profile projects directed toward strategic business and other organizational objectives. Senior PMO consultant for stc. Implemented PMO as Center of Excellence. Responsible and accountable for the coordinated management of high profile projects directed toward strategic business and other organizational objectives.
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Systems Limited
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Pakistan
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Head Of Project Management Office
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Jun 2019 - Dec 2020
Implemented Enterprise PMO. Set standards for project management capabilities, including certifications and qualifications for project managers, success measurement criteria, methodologies, and tools and established delivery priorities working with program teams/business partners. Implemented Enterprise PMO. Set standards for project management capabilities, including certifications and qualifications for project managers, success measurement criteria, methodologies, and tools and established delivery priorities working with program teams/business partners.
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Bupa Arabia
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Saudi Arabia
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Manager - Strategy & PMO
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2013 - 2019
Developed 5 years business plan based on market expansion and process improvement initiatives. Spearheaded the implementation of first ever Project Management Office providing visibility into key strategic initiatives for C’Level executives. Developed 5 years business plan based on market expansion and process improvement initiatives. Spearheaded the implementation of first ever Project Management Office providing visibility into key strategic initiatives for C’Level executives.
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3W Networks
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United Arab Emirates
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Telecommunications
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100 - 200 Employee
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Head of PMO
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2011 - 2013
Conceptualized PMO as Center of Excellence. Reported schedule variance analysis, identification of schedule risks, issues and opportunities together with Critical Path Analysis. Conceptualized PMO as Center of Excellence. Reported schedule variance analysis, identification of schedule risks, issues and opportunities together with Critical Path Analysis.
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Mobily
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Saudi Arabia
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Program Manager Enterprise PMO
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2009 - 2011
Oversaw programs and projects in terms of scope, intent, delivery, acceptance, sourcing, pre-requisites, risks, issues, and communication. Implemented integrated governance tool (CA Clarity) to replace multiple disconnected portfolio systems which aided in the improvement of data quality and timely information. Oversaw programs and projects in terms of scope, intent, delivery, acceptance, sourcing, pre-requisites, risks, issues, and communication. Implemented integrated governance tool (CA Clarity) to replace multiple disconnected portfolio systems which aided in the improvement of data quality and timely information.
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Digital Processing Systems
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Of Project Delivery
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2007 - 2008
Supervised Project Managers to deliver predictable outcomes in project delivery using PMI methodology and best practices.Successfully led a team of 50+ resources consisting of PM's, Business Analysts, Project Coordinators, Quality Assurance, DBAs, F/E and B/E developers.
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Project Manager
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2003 - 2007
Management Consultant for Cendant Car Rental Group (USA) and Zain (Kuwait). Turned around under-performing multi-disciplinary project valued at USD 5 million delivered two weeks ahead of schedule and 5% under budget.
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Roosevelt University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Assistant / Academic Advisor
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Jan 2002 - Apr 2003
While studying for Post Graduation, provided academic advising to undergraduate students of University. Implemented strategies to provide effective advising to risk/probation students While studying for Post Graduation, provided academic advising to undergraduate students of University. Implemented strategies to provide effective advising to risk/probation students
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SunGard
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United States
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Network Assistant
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Jan 2001 - Jun 2001
Initiated career while studying for Graduation at USA with the responsibilities of deployment of infrastructure wiring such as internal LAN workstations, installation of anti-virus programs. Initiated career while studying for Graduation at USA with the responsibilities of deployment of infrastructure wiring such as internal LAN workstations, installation of anti-virus programs.
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Education
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Roosevelt University
Masters of Science, Information Systems / Project Management -
Roosevelt University
Bachelors of Science, Telecommunications -
Imperial College of Business
Graduate Diploma, Management -
Government College University, Lahore
Bachelors of Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics -
The George Washington University
Certificate, Strategy Implementation