Samer Arous

Reliable Construction Manager with more than 16 years' Experience in construction field of oil and gas projects, strong organization, budgeting and communication skills. Works hard to keep projects running smoothly and satisfy clients.
My work philosophy is a fast completion of work activities controlled by high quality assurance/control and at the same time keeping remarkable work safety

APRIL 2022 – OCTOBER 2023 

Construction Manager | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | In Tsila, Algeria

Project: ATD (AIN TSILA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT) - Sonatrach / Petrofac 

• Oversee and direct MEI construction activities from conception to completion 
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs 
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations 
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met 
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports 
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues 
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques 
• Review the work progress on daily basis 
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones  Analyse, manage and mitigate risks.

JULY 2019 – MARCH 2022

Construction Manager | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Ohanet, Algeria

Project: TFDP (Tinrhert Field Development Project) - Sonatrach / Petrofac

• Oversee and direct MEI construction activities from conception to completion 
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs 
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations 
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met 
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports 
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues 
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques

SEPTEMBER 2014 – SEPTEMBER 2018

Mechanical Superintendent | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Reggane, Algeria

Project: RND (REGGANE NORD DEVELOPMENT) - Groupement Reggane Nord / Petrofac

• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, etc.
• To determine project needs
• Plan construction processes
• Supervise staff and provide constructive feedback
• Monitor and report on project progress
• Plan inspections and obtain construction permits from local authorities
• Implement safety and quality guidelines
• Order the appropriate equipment and arrange for regular maintenance
• Keep track of material stock and orders
• Ensure the job site remains safe, clean, and orderly
• Planning and coordination of heavy and critical lift operations
• Drafting lifting plans and communicating to operators.

JUNE 2012 – AUGUST 2014

Mechanical Superintendent | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Arzew, Algeria

Project: GNL3Z (Natural Gas Liquefaction Train) - Sonatrach / Saipem

• Supervise all activities related to bearing replacement of 200 fan coolers
• Supervise all activities related to rotary machines (Gas Compressors, Coolers and Pumps)
• Supervise all preparation and activities related to oil flushing of six Gas Compressors
• Follow up and ensure the close out for all of mechanical punch list items as per project schedule and priorities
• Follow up and ensure the close out for all of mechanical certificates as per project schedule and priorities

JULY 2010 – MAY 2012

Piping Superintendent | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Arzew, Algeria

Project: GNL3Z (Natural Gas Liquefaction Train) - Sonatrach / Saipem

• Supervise all (A/G & U/G) piping activities for utility and power generation area (30,000 dia inches) of the project.
• Managing piping teams, overseeing construction activities at work sites, assessing project progress, and making sure projects are completed on time and within allocated budgets.
• Ensure all quality control checks and tests are instigated, with records maintained and available as required, all in accordance with contractors’ agreed ITP, method statements and project specifications 
• Monitors area for unsafe conditions, behaviors and practices and takes appropriate corrective action to mitigate and eliminate

OCTOBER 2009 – JUNE 2010

Mechanical Construction Engineer | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Arzew, Algeria

Project: GNL3Z (Natural Gas Liquefaction Train) - Sonatrach / Saipem

• Supervise all activities related to steel structure erection
• Prepare lifting plans for heavy lift duties & supervise all steps and activities related to heavy lift activities
• Planning and coordination of heavy and critical lift operations
• Drafting lifting plans and communicating to operators

FEBRUARY 2009 – SEPTEMBER 2009

Piping Construction Engineer | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Homs, Syria

Project: EBLA GAS PROJECT SURFACE FACILITIES - PetroCanada / Petrofac

• Supervise all (A/G & U/G) piping activities (33,000 dia inches) including punch list closure and reinstatement.

APRIL 2008 – JANUARY 2009

Workshop Piping Engineer | LEAD Contracting & Trading Ltd. | Homs, Syria

Project: South Middle Area Gas Exploitation Project - The Syrian Gas Company / STROYTRANSGAS

• Supervise piping fabrication activities
• Supervise all activities related to the post weld heat treatment of the welded joints.

Bachelor of Science - BS in Mechanical Engineering