Founder’s Spotlight: Eng. Akram Elnagar, Paving Pathways in Project Management

Meet Eng. Akram Elnagar is a distinguished leader in global project and program management, with an illustrious career spanning over 35 years across various countries including Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Abu-Dhabi, and beyond. With a robust academic foundation that includes a Professional Master’s degree in Project Management from George Washington University and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Ain Shams University, Eng. Akram has cultivated the capabilities of tens of thousands of professionals through comprehensive training programs and masterclasses.

Pioneering in managing mega projects and establishing operative project management offices, Eng. Akram has contributed to the alignment and realization of strategic objectives for numerous organizations, such as Saudi Aramco, Saudi National Water Company, Saudi Ministry of Interior, and many more. His expertise lies in navigating through the intricacies of program management, risk management, planning, and scheduling while ensuring adherence to change management principles and facilitating knowledge transfer.

Eng. Akram is not only a seasoned civil engineer but also an acclaimed holder of professional certificates from the UK and the USA in establishing and operating portfolio management offices, programs, and projects. His certifications include the PMP® (Project Management Professional), PgMP® (Program Management Professional), PMI-RMP® (Risk Management Professional), and PSP® (Planning & Scheduling Professional), marking him as a beacon of professional expertise in the field.

Particularly notable are Eng. Akram’s contributions to complex and challenging projects, such as the establishment of the Project Management Office in the Vision Realization Unit (VRO) of the Saudi Ministry of Education, and his instrumental role in planning and risk management for the security building development program of the Ministry of Interior, a project exceeding ten billion Saudi Riyals.

Eng. Akram Elnagar stands as a testament to innovative leadership, with a proven track record in identifying organizational needs and architecting unique, impactful solutions. His commitment to implementing globally recognized project management systems, such as the PMI® Project Management system, and his pivotal roles in numerous high-stake projects, illuminate his relentless pursuit of excellence in achieving visionary and strategic goals.

At PM House, Eng. Akram channels his vast experience, pioneering spirit, and innovative solutions into a wellspring of knowledge and expertise, ensuring our firm not only meets but exceeds the ever-evolving needs of project management in today’s global landscape.