Mohammad Emal Wardak

Procurement & Contract Manager | IT & Quality Control Specialist
Kabul, AF.

About

Highly accomplished Procurement and Contract Manager with over 20 years of progressive experience across construction, energy, and IT sectors. Proven expertise in end-to-end contract lifecycle management, strategic procurement, quality control system implementation, and IT infrastructure management. Adept at optimizing operational efficiency, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong client and stakeholder relationships to drive project success and organizational growth.

Work

Sayqa Energy Supply and Construction Company
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Procurement & Contract Manager

Summary

Led comprehensive procurement and contract management operations, ensuring compliance, cost-efficiency, and successful project delivery for energy and construction initiatives.

Highlights

Managed end-to-end bidding processes, including document review and bid opening ceremonies, ensuring transparency and compliance for all procurements.

Issued Notices to Proceed (NTPs) to sub-contractors, accelerating project initiation and ensuring timely mobilization of resources.

Implemented rigorous quality control for goods and equipment, significantly reducing defects and ensuring adherence to project specifications.

Streamlined invoice processing and project amendment procedures, enhancing financial workflow efficiency and contractual accuracy.

Maintained meticulous documentation and tracked project progress, providing clear oversight and facilitating informed decision-making.

Technical Builders
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Contract Manager

Summary

Managed all aspects of construction contracts, ensuring project adherence to schedules, budgets, and client specifications.

Highlights

Analyzed and interpreted complex contract clauses, safeguarding company interests and ensuring full compliance across projects.

Monitored construction activities and project budgets, ensuring strict adherence to approved schedules and optimizing resource allocation.

Conducted regular project site visits, validating daily reports against actual progress to maintain project integrity and accountability.

Documented all project delays (security, weather, holidays) and prepared time extension requests, mitigating potential contractual penalties.

Cultivated strong relationships with clients, company personnel, and sub-contractors, fostering collaborative environments for successful project execution.

Alpha Team Construction Engineering
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Quality Control System and Contract Manager

Summary

Oversaw quality control systems and managed contracts, ensuring project adherence to standards and efficient client communication.

Highlights

Streamlined daily report organization and submission to clients, enhancing transparency and communication channels.

Managed all design, material, plan, and schedule submittals to clients, effectively communicating approval and rejection statuses to relevant departments.

Monitored construction activities rigorously, ensuring strict adherence to approved schedules and quality benchmarks.

Implemented quality control protocols, contributing to project compliance and delivery of high-standard construction outcomes.

Zurmat Construction Company/Shams Group International
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Quality Control System and IT Manager

Summary

Managed quality control systems and IT infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency and accurate client reporting for construction projects.

Highlights

Consolidated and organized daily progress reports from project sites, providing critical real-time operational insights to clients including the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Coordinated all project submittals (design, materials, plans, schedules) to clients, relaying approval/disapproval status to internal teams.

Utilized Quality Control System (QCS) and web-based monitoring systems to report incident issues effectively to key stakeholders.

Monitored design drawing and specification submittals at key milestones (35%, 65%, 95%, and 100%) for approval/disapproval, ensuring project progression.

Managed the local area network, ensuring reliable connectivity and supporting IT operations across the organization.

Technologist Inc./Al-Baironi Construction Company
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Submittal Coordinator

Summary

Coordinated and managed all project submittals, ensuring compliance and timely approvals from clients.

Highlights

Managed the submission of all project documentation, including design drawings, safety plans, material specifications, and invoices, via the Quality Control System to the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Proactively followed up on all submittals post-submission, ensuring timely review and feedback from clients and internal departments.

Ensured full compliance of all submittals with client requirements and industry standards, minimizing rejections and delays.

Maintained meticulous documentation and filing for all project-related submittals, ensuring audit readiness and easy retrieval of information.

International Rescue Committee/NSP
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IT Officer

Summary

Managed IT infrastructure and provided technical support for two remote site offices, ensuring seamless operations.

Highlights

Oversaw LAN operations across two remote site offices (Logar/Khost), ensuring continuous network availability and connectivity for staff.

Monitored internet connectivity, maintaining uptime and troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize disruption for remote teams.

Installed and configured Windows Server 2000, including DNS, DHCP, and mail servers, to establish robust IT infrastructure for organizational needs.

Managed the installation and configuration of all PCs and network printers across Logar/Khost offices, optimizing user workstations and enhancing productivity.

Implemented Smoothwall firewall solutions, significantly strengthening network security and protecting organizational data.

Afghanistan Reconstruction and Development Services
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IT Officer

Summary

Provided essential IT support and system maintenance, ensuring smooth operation of organizational technology.

Highlights

Performed routine updates for Windows operating systems and installed applications, ensuring system stability and security.

Provided first-line troubleshooting for local area network issues, minimizing downtime and restoring connectivity efficiently.

Resolved individual user issues, including printer dis-connectivity and official email configuration, significantly enhancing user productivity and satisfaction.

Education

Rana University

Bachelor

Computer Science (Information Technology)

Grade: N/A

Courses

Network Management

Security (Cisco/Netacad Specialization)

Languages

English
Dari
Pashto

Certificates

CCNA/CCNP

Issued By

Network Bulls

Quality Control System Management (QCS)

Issued By

US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)

Contract Management Training (Web Based)

Issued By

ARD

Procurement (In General)

Issued By

Procurement Institute

Skills

Procurement

RFQs, Contract Negotiation, Supplier Selection, Bid Openings, Awards Management, Market Study, Procurement Strategy, Vendor Management, Supply Chain Management.

Contract Management

Contract Lifecycle Management, Contract Clause Review, Compliance, Contractual Documentation, Negotiation, Risk Mitigation, BoQ Analysis, Time Extension Requests.

Project Management

Construction Project Management, Project Monitoring, Budget Management, Schedule Adherence, Daily Reporting, Site Supervision, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Management.

Quality Control

Quality Control Systems (QCS), Quality Assurance, Design Drawing Review, Specification Adherence, Incident Reporting, Material Quality Control.

IT Management

Local Area Network (LAN) Management, Internet Connectivity, Server Administration (Windows Server 2000), DNS, DHCP, Mail Servers, PC Configuration, Network Printer Setup, Firewall Management (Smoothwall), Application Updates, Technical Troubleshooting, Network Security, Help Desk Support.

Communication & Reporting

Client Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Daily Progress Reports, Submittal Management, Documentation, Meeting Facilitation, Technical Reporting.

References

Ahmad Fawad Raufi

Vice President, Alpha Team Construction Engineering, +93 786 786 201, raufi@alphateam.af

Baseer Ahmad Baheer

President, Cyberaan, +93 706 16 9995 / +372 5375 4954, baseer@cyberaan.com

Wasai Yousufi

Finance Director, Sayqa Energy Supply and Construction, +93708120633