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I am a results-driven engineering leader and project manager with over 26 years of experience delivering civil, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the GCC. As founder and managing director of OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, I oversee strategy, design management, and cross-functional coordination, guiding teams from concept to handover while ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance. I hold a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and a string of certifications (PMP, CCP, CPCM, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP) that reflect my commitment to professional development and rigorous project governance. I leverage strong technical and programming skills to create efficiency tools, lead risk-based decision making, and deliver complex projects for multinational clients.…I am a results-driven engineering leader and project manager with over 26 years of experience delivering civil, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the GCC. As founder and managing director of OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, I oversee strategy, design management, and cross-functional coordination, guiding teams from concept to handover while ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance. I hold a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and a string of certifications (PMP, CCP, CPCM, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP) that reflect my commitment to professional development and rigorous project governance. I leverage strong technical and programming skills to create efficiency tools, lead risk-based decision making, and deliver complex projects for multinational clients.

Hossam Elshahat Aziz Mohamed Youssef

Project Manager, Designer, Architect, +2

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I am a results-driven engineering leader and project manager with over 26 years of experience delivering civil, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the GCC. As founder and managing director of OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, I oversee strategy, design management, and cross-functional coordination, guiding teams from concept to handover while ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance. I hold a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and a string of certifications (PMP, CCP, CPCM, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP) that reflect my commitment to professional development and rigorous project governance. I leverage strong technical and programming skills to create efficiency tools, lead risk-based decision making, and deliver complex projects for multinational clients.…I am a results-driven engineering leader and project manager with over 26 years of experience delivering civil, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the GCC. As founder and managing director of OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, I oversee strategy, design management, and cross-functional coordination, guiding teams from concept to handover while ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance. I hold a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and a string of certifications (PMP, CCP, CPCM, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP) that reflect my commitment to professional development and rigorous project governance. I leverage strong technical and programming skills to create efficiency tools, lead risk-based decision making, and deliver complex projects for multinational clients.

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I am a results-driven engineering leader and project manager with over 26 years of experience delivering civil, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the GCC. As founder and managing director of OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, I oversee strategy, design management, and cross-functional coordination, guiding teams from concept to handover while ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance.

I hold a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and a string of certifications (PMP, CCP, CPCM, PMI-SP, PMI-RMP) that reflect my commitment to professional development and rigorous project governance. I leverage strong technical and programming skills to create efficiency tools, lead risk-based decision making, and deliver complex projects for multinational clients.

Language

English

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder, Managing Director, Design Manager at OBELISK Engineering Consultancy

April 1, 2022 - Present

Founded and led OBELISK Engineering Consultancy, directing strategic direction, cross-functional project teams, and end-to-end contract administration for diverse civil and structural projects across the GCC. Responsibilities included tendering, project proposals, risk management, and ensuring alignment with client objectives, schedule, budget and safety standards. Led design development, site supervision, and coordination with architects, MEP and construction teams; implemented value engineering and data-driven reporting using Primavera P6, BIM, AutoCAD and Revit.

Client Representative & Projects Manager at Arkan Building Materials PJSC

October 1, 2009 - April 1, 2022

Led client liaison and project management for landmark industrial projects, including Alain Cement Factory—the GCC’s largest cement plant (10,000+ tons/day). Directed pre-award to handover activities, value engineering, contract negotiations, schedule and risk management, and payment certification across live sites; chaired weekly progress, technical and HSE meetings to ensure safety, quality and timely delivery.

Principal Structural Engineer at WSP in the Middle East

April 1, 2006 - September 30, 2009

Led multidisciplinary structural design teams for high-profile developments (New Presidential Palace, Jeddah Corniche Tower, Dubai Festival Center, Al Barsha Hotel & Offices), ensuring compliance with international codes, constructability and value for money. Functioned as primary client interface, established governance and risk controls, reviewed drawings, and mentored engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Engineering Development Manager at Mammut Building System (MBS)

June 1, 2004 - March 31, 2006

Directed engineering development for pre-engineered steel building projects, integrating automation and software tools (VB6, Excel macros) to accelerate design workflows, develop standard manuals, and improve productivity. Led cross-functional collaboration, cost management, scheduling and risk mitigation in fast-paced projects.

Senior Structural Engineer at ASEC (ARESCO) for Manufacturing and Industrial Projects

September 1, 2000 - May 31, 2004

Led multidisciplinary teams on complex manufacturing and industrial assignments, delivering structures for international power stations and cement plants. Managed design, scheduling, budgets, and technical risk, while coordinating with clients and contractors to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Structural Design Engineer at ACE Consulting Engineers (Moharram.Bakhoum)

July 1, 1997 - August 31, 2000

Contributed to major civil and industrial projects through detailed structural analysis, design calculations and drawings. Supported multi-disciplinary teams, conducted site visits, reviews of submissions and changes, and ensured compliance with codes and safety standards.