Muhammad Saqib Chughtai

Operations Associate

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates12 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Certified Facility Management Professional with 9+ years of experience.
  • Expert in managing multimillion-dirham projects and procurement.
  • Proven track record in optimizing facility operations and vendor relations.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Facility Management and Procurement expert in the Utilities sector.

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Skills

Core Skills

Facility ManagementContract ManagementFacilities MaintenanceProject ManagementProcurementWarehouse ManagementProperty Management

Other Skills

Asset ManagementBudget ManagementBuilding ServicesBusiness DevelopmentCommunity ManagementCost AnalysisCost OptimizationDecision-MakingDemand ForecastingDistribution Network DevelopmentEasily AdaptableElectric UtilityElectrical EngineeringElectrical IndustryEngineering Management

About

A Certified Facility Management Professional (CFM®) with 9+ years of experience in engineering, facility management, and large-scale operations, I am highly skilled and ready to take on leadership roles in Community Management, Owner Association Management, and Property Management. Backed by certifications and hands-on experience managing multimillion-dirham projects, handled procurement & contract negotiations, and led cross-functional teams. I bring the strategic mindset, technical expertise, and operational excellence required to excel in property and community management. 🔹 Seeking Roles In: ✅ Community & Owner Association Management ✅ Property Management (Commercial & Residential) ✅ Facility & Asset Management 🔹 Expertise In: ✔️ Certified Facility & Property Management (CFM®) | IFMA ✔️ Owner Association & Community Management | Asset Maintenance ✔️ Budgeting Support | Financial Planning | Cost Optimization ✔️ Procurement, Contract Management & Vendor Relations ✔️ Facilities Operations | Asset Lifecycle Management | Sustainability Strategies ✔️ Stakeholder Engagement | Risk Mitigation | SLA & KPI Management ✔️ Multi-Million AED Project Execution | Infrastructure Planning & Upgrades 📩 Let’s connect to explore opportunities where I can add value through strategic management and operational excellence.

Experience

Sharjah electricity & water authority (sewa)

3 roles

Engineer - Facility Management - Emergency & Maintenance

Dec 2020Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

  • Supervising, guiding, and delegating staff in their duties.
  • Allocation of maintenance and outage complaints jobs to the concern engineers and technicians.
  • Follow-up with Engineers and Technicians for any outstanding maintenance works and power outage complaints.
  • Plan and Schedule maintenance with in-house team and contractors according to the maintenance contract and follow-up service reports.
  • Assessing, managing, and resolving problematic developments and situations.
  • Building and enhancing the department's profile at events, meetings, training & presentations etc.
  • Create PPM & Analyze Refurbishments for Assets, Review method statements, Service Level Agreements & issue permit to work.
  • Meet the requirements of the organization's policies, strategic objectives, documentation method, work orders , Reporting system, Workplace Health Management Systems, business continuity, and growth plan to increase overall reliability.
  • Review Defect reports, Technical Reports & Contractual Agreements.
  • Supervise Outsourced works inline to Contract Management guidelines.
  • Responsible for purchasing the material and equipment for multiple sections under Electricity Distribution Department
  • Raising of Purchase Requisitions for materials and services in accordance to the scope of work and Purchasing Procedure.
  • Review drafts for new purchase requisitions & contracts and provide comments prior to finalization.
  • Perform Technical Analysis for proposal received against the RFQ.
  • Perform Factory Acceptance Test and Provide Dispatch clearance
  • Regular correspondence with buyers, bidders, vendors, service providers & end-users to ensure right material/service is delivered.
  • Prepare PTQ against tender queries
Facility ManagementMaintenance ManagementContract ManagementProcurementTechnical Analysis

Engineer | Facilities Maintenance & Operations | Technical Support Section

Nov 2019Dec 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Review Requirements, Specifications, and Technical Design Documents for maintenance and new jobs.
  • Facilities Maintenance repair and upgrade works for substation buildings, accommodations & offices.
  • Authorized / Approved estimations and provide assistance in budgets.
  • Supervised tasks related to the distribution network, New Connection, Shifting of Distribution Substation, Shifting of Distribution Pillars, Cable Laying and Maintenance Works
  • Revision of implementation for planned projects.
  • Analyses, presentations, and reports for project costs and realization in different phases.
  • Different technical and cost-benefit analyses for specific cases in the distribution network, risk identification, load flow, short circuit analyses.
  • Review of contractor complaints, reasons for complaints from a technical point of view and act according to the established regulation.
  • Coordination with Concerned Authorities in the country to define and improve the planning and realization of the various projects, attend coordination and review meetings.
  • Mentor in Training Program for new employees and a Member of the Process Control Team.
Facilities MaintenanceProject ManagementTechnical DesignCost AnalysisRisk Identification

Supply Chain Engineer | Procurement & Warehouse Operations

Feb 2015Nov 2019 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Procurement & Vendor Relations – Managed annual procurement worth approximately 200 million AED, overseeing purchase requisitions, vendor negotiations, and contract management. Conducted technical analysis of proposals and quotations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality compliance. Streamlined vendor coordination to guarantee on-time deliveries while strictly adhering to procurement policies, SLAs, and regulatory standards.
  • Warehouse & Inventory Management – Supervised 3 warehouses with 10,000+ line items, a 37-member team, and inventory worth 500+ million AED. Managed storage yards and stock control for LV, MV, HV switchgear, transformers, and cables.
  • Demand Planning & Cost Optimization – Authorized materials procurement based on annual demand forecasts, optimizing supply availability while maintaining cost efficiency.
  • Logistics & Distribution – Managed product flow, warehouse operations, and material inspections, ensuring smooth inventory management and quality control.
  • Process Improvement & Compliance – Identified areas for operational improvement, implemented best practices, and ensured adherence to industry standards and procurement procedures.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Served as a liaison between engineering departments and project teams, ensuring procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with budget and project timelines.
  • Technical & Operational Support – Assisted the Manager Stores in engineering-focused supply chain initiatives and provided ongoing support to enhance department efficiency.
  • 📌 Key Achievements:
  • Increased warehouse space utilization by 300%, optimizing storage capacity and streamlining inventory access.
  • Redesigned procurement workflows, reducing costs, improving vendor efficiency, and enhancing supplier performance
  • Maintained 100% material availability for critical infrastructure projects, eliminating delays and ensuring seamless execution
ProcurementVendor RelationsWarehouse ManagementLogisticsInventory Management

Confidential

Property Manager | Real-estate

Sep 2013Jan 2015 · 1 yr 4 mos · Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

  • Managed day-to-day facilities operations for over 50 commercial and residential properties, ensuring tenant satisfaction and timely maintenance.
  • Directed the planning and execution of renovation and fit-out projects, including MEP system upgrades, in coordination with contractors.
  • Monitored property maintenance budgets and oversaw cost control for all facility-related expenses in line to building maintenance SOW.
Property ManagementFacilities OperationsBudget Management

Education

Buckinghamshire New University

Master of Business Administration - MBA

Jan 2020Jan 2020

Qualifi

Post Graduate level 7 Diploma - UK — Strategic Management and Leadership

Jan 2019Jan 2020

Amity University Dubai

Post Graduation Certificate — Alumina - Engineer Development Program

Jan 2019Jan 2019

University of South Asia

Bachelor of Science (BS) — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jan 2013Present

GEMS Education

Our Own English High School

Jan 1999Jan 2002

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