Nasir Yussuf
Riyadh
Summary
Senior Project Manager with 17 years of experience in Transport Infrastructure. Expertise in managing complex Greenfield and Brownfield projects from tender to operations. Consistently delivers projects on time and within budget while achieving high stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
RAIL PROJECTS VICTORIA
06.2019 - 09.2025
- Company Overview: Department of Transport. The Melbourne Metro Tunnel is an underground rapid transit project which involves the construction of twin 9-kilometre rail tunnels between South Kensington and South Yarra with five new underground stations. The Project consists of deployment of High Capacity Signalling System (650 citiflow CBTC technology) within the new tunnel.
- Developed a comprehensive Project Scope and Technical Requirement document and required for the Project
- Managed project delivery plans/programs covering all aspect of the project preparation, execution and handback
- Developed and managed the program/schedule of works for the Construction, installation, Testing and Commissioning Works and providing progress report/update to both internal and external stakeholders
- Responsible for reviewing contractors' documentations for each stage of works including design packages, Engineering change notice, system integration/interface strategy, Engineering waiver submissions, scope variations and System assurance documents
- Facilitated project design reviews, safety in design reviews, risk reviews to meet project specific requirement
- Collaborated with Project and disciplines managers/leads in developing, implementing and reporting project execution across all disciplines during the delivery stage
- Organised and managed system integration risk assessment workshop with internal and external staff including key stakeholders during delivery stage
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Provided design and technical support during construction/installation of track civil construction, Power Substation, Power distributions for signalling Systems, Communication systems, OCS systems and Overhead systems.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Chaired meetings, led reporting and drove decision making at project and program levels
- Worked with project delivery teams to ensure smart engineering and staging concepts are well planned and executed
- Spearheaded efforts to improve customer satisfaction levels through effective communication channels between all parties involved in each commissioned project.
- Ensure that all necessary reviews, verifications and validations are planned and conducted with input/governance from key stakeholders
- Ensure Compliance with engineering standards, risk mitigation frameworks and regulatory requirement
- Department of Transport. The Melbourne Metro Tunnel is an underground rapid transit project which involves the construction of twin 9-kilometre rail tunnels between South Kensington and South Yarra with five new underground stations. The Project consists of deployment of High Capacity Signalling System (650 citiflow CBTC technology) within the new tunnel.
Rail Systems Project Delivery Manager
METROTRAIN MELBOURNE
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: The Southern Program Alliance (SPA) is made up of ACCIONA, WSP, Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) and Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP). The project involves the building of six new stations, new power substation, siding road and the implementation of new Rail System technology to replace the existing system spanning 30km.
- Developed & managed the Scope of Work for the Rail System (including Design & construction and testing and commissioning works)
- Resolved contractual roadblocks between engineering and procurement, enabling the seamless execution of the Rails Systems contract (including signalling system, Power systems and communication system) and accelerated project timelines.
- Managed the Construction, installation, System integration, Testing and commissioning functions throughout the project life-cycle from tendering, design, manufacturing, construction, testing & commissioning and handover
- Led the procurement process of selecting contractors during tender stage
- Worked effectively with commercial team to ensure contractual compliance and project cost in effectively managed.
- Championed continuous improvement and innovation in project execution and team performance
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
- Managed project delivery by ensuring collaborative, clear communication with contractors, internal and external stakeholders and supporting successful project completion
- Liaising closely with internal stakeholders including Infrastructure, Engineering and Operation Teams to ensure site is ready for revenue service
- Provided Technical & Engineering support to the Design team, CSR, Substation Power, Track & Civil teams
- Chaired meetings, led reporting and drove decision making at project and program levels
- Developing and monitored the delivery program, ensuring that Occupation/Readiness process are being implemented
- The Southern Program Alliance (SPA) is made up of ACCIONA, WSP, Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) and Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP). The project involves the building of six new stations, new power substation, siding road and the implementation of new Rail System technology to replace the existing system spanning 30km.
Senior Project Engineer/Commissioning Manager
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Company Overview: The Caulfield to Dandenong Level Crossing Removal Project involved removal of nine level crossings, reducing road congestion. The project will involve building 3 sections of elevated rail to raise the rail line over existing level crossings, rebuilding of five new train stations, and upgrading rail systems, power and signalling on the line.
- Responsible for managing the installation and commissioning works for all stages of the scope.
- Responsible for organizing all the staging strategy and signaling testing & Commissioning Works
- Managed the System integration, Testing and commissioning functions throughout the project life-cycle from tendering, design, manufacturing, construction, testing & commissioning and handover
- Reviewed the system integration and testing & commissioning documentation from subcontractors
- Ensured the integration activities, testing targets and objectives being met as defined in the project program
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables are met.
- Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during the project lifecycle.
- Organised and managed the Occupation/Commissioning/Operational Methodology Workshop/Meetings with the Client to discuss methods of executing the project successfully.
- The Caulfield to Dandenong Level Crossing Removal Project involved removal of nine level crossings, reducing road congestion. The project will involve building 3 sections of elevated rail to raise the rail line over existing level crossings, rebuilding of five new train stations, and upgrading rail systems, power and signalling on the line.
Rail System Commissioning Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
02.2012 - 02.2015
Rail Systems Commissioning Manager
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
01.2010 - 02.2012
Senior Project Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
04.2008 - 03.2010
Senior Project Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
04.2008 - 03.2010
Education
Graduate Certificate in Master of Business (MBA) -
RMIT
01.2023
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours -
Latrobe University
Australia01.2008
Victoria Certificate of Education (High School Certificate) -
01.2003
Skills
- Microsoft Project
- P6 Primavera
- Aconex
- Team Binder
- Projectwise
- Rail System Management
- Transport Infrastructure Management
- Power Substation Management
- Power Distribution Systems
- Communication Systems Management
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Infrastructure Contracts Management
- Contractor Management
- Greenfield Projects
- Brownfield Projects
Certification
- Chartered Professional Engineer, Engineers Australia, 2024
- Project Management Professional (PMP), 2025
Mobile Numbers
- Primary, +966 530 150 7752
- Whatsapp, +61 403254771
- Secondary, +61 422 699 140
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
RAIL PROJECTS VICTORIA
06.2019 - 09.2025
Rail Systems Project Delivery Manager
METROTRAIN MELBOURNE
07.2017 - 06.2019
Senior Project Engineer/Commissioning Manager
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
01.2015 - 07.2017
Rail System Commissioning Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
02.2012 - 02.2015
Rail Systems Commissioning Manager
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
01.2010 - 02.2012
Senior Project Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
04.2008 - 03.2010
Senior Project Engineer
UNITED GROUP INFRASTRUCTURE
04.2008 - 03.2010
Graduate Certificate in Master of Business (MBA) -
RMIT
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Honours -
Latrobe University