Abdelkarim Sweilem is a Senior Project Manager specializing in Digital Transformation, Enterprise Delivery, AI Research, ERP Systems, Banking Solutions, Governance, Agile Delivery, and Predictive Analytics.
Abdelkarim Sweilem
PFMP® • PGMP® • PMP® • ACP® • RMP® • PBA® • P3O®
Senior Delivery & Program Manager with 10+ years of experience leading large-scale digital transformation and enterprise delivery programs across banking, government, and regulated environments. Successfully delivered portfolios exceeding 130M SAR, managing cross-functional teams of up to 23 members across complex system integrations and ERP programs. Proven track record in governance, stakeholder alignment, vendor management, and execution under high-visibility and time-critical conditions.
Leadership & Delivery Approach.
I believe successful enterprise delivery is built on clear governance,
strong stakeholder alignment, proactive risk management, and execution discipline.
My approach combines strategic planning with hands-on delivery leadership,
ensuring technology initiatives achieve measurable business value while maintaining
operational continuity, scalability, and long-term sustainability.
What I do best
Project Management
Scope definition, WBS planning, stakeholder management, risk tracking, scheduling, delivery governance, and progress reporting.
Banking Solutions
Leading enterprise banking delivery initiatives, IVR platforms, regulated environments, governance reporting, and operational continuity across banking systems.
Government Platforms
Managing large-scale government and public-sector platforms, digital transformation initiatives, onboarding systems, and enterprise service delivery operations.
AI in Project Management
Research focus on AI-based schedule overrun prediction, risk visibility, and data-driven project control using ML models.
Risk & Quality Control
Identifying project risks, managing blockers, validating deliverables, and ensuring outputs meet acceptance criteria.
Digital Transformation
Supporting organizations in moving from manual workflows to integrated digital platforms and cloud-based operations.
Work Experience
PwC Middle East | Project Manager – Digital Transformation & Technology Consulting
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Manage digital transformation and technology initiatives for the General Authority of Civil Aviation client, ensuring successful delivery.
- Support AI and automation initiatives, including Generative AI use cases, process optimization, and technology-enabled business improvements.
- Applied AI-driven approaches to project schedule monitoring and performance analysis, supporting proactive decision-making and early identification of potential delays.
- Utilized data analytics and AI-based risk assessment concepts to support project planning, risk management, and schedule optimization across transformation initiatives.
- Contribute to project governance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement activities across multiple engagements.
Tetco Co | Senior Project Manager – Digital Transformation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Led the delivery of a Unified Admission Portal, managing a cross-functional team of 18, across business and technical functions, including AI, RPA, and OCR initiatives.
- Directed a study in the Saudi portal end-to-end, overseeing a team of 23, delivering on time and within budget.
- Established delivery governance, quality assurance, and control frameworks to support enterprise-scale transformation and automation programs.
- Drove executive and stakeholder alignment through steering committees, structured reporting, and senior-level communication.
- Implemented data-driven delivery management by tracking KPIs, risks, and transformation metrics, leveraging Microsoft Power Automate and GenAI-driven insights to improve outcomes.
Al Rajhi Bank | Senior Project Manager – Digital Banking Solutions
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Delivered a Survey System and Chatbot solution, leading an 11-member cross-functional team from requirements through production release.
- Led end-to-end delivery of enterprise and digital banking solutions, including AI-enabled process improvement initiatives, serving as the key bridge between business, IT, and external vendors.
- Oversaw the full project lifecycle from requirements and design through development, testing, and production release, ensuring alignment with banking standards.
- Established delivery governance, KPI tracking, and executive reporting to ensure transparency, risk control, and informed decision-making.
- Led risk and change management activities, ensuring environment readiness, smooth deployments, and business continuity across Dev, UAT, and Production.
Alfanar Co. | Technical Project Manager – Enterprise Delivery
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Delivered a B2B and B2C platform, leading an 8-member team through full project lifecycle from initiation to handover.
- Led delivery of enterprise and technology-driven projects, coordinating cross-functional teams across development, infrastructure, QA, vendors, and business units.
- Managed the full project lifecycle from initiation and planning through execution, testing, and handover, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Oversaw vendor evaluation, contract negotiations, and delivery performance to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and scalable technical solutions.
- Implemented risk and change management practices to minimize delivery disruptions during scope changes, system upgrades, and production deployments.
- Monitored project progress, milestones, and dependencies, providing regular status reporting and timely escalation to senior stakeholders.
Layan General Supplies | Technical Project Manager
Amman, Jordan
- Managed a Route Optimization System project, coordinating a 15-person team and supporting AI-driven route optimization, data management, and request allocation capabilities.
- Led and managed multiple Agile project teams, delivering data-driven and AI-enabled solutions while applying SDLC methodologies across concurrent initiatives.
- Facilitated strong cross-functional collaboration between business, technical, and data teams to support AI-based decision-making and operational improvements.
- Streamlined project delivery processes by implementing Agile practices and automation concepts, improving efficiency and accelerating delivery timelines.
- Managed project budgets, resources, and data-driven planning activities, achieving under-budget delivery through disciplined cost control and forecasting.
- Demonstrated strong leadership by guiding diverse teams through digital transformation, automation, and AI-enabled initiatives while maintaining delivery momentum.
- Led a user interface redesign initiative, enhancing user experience and supporting data-driven insights through improved analytics and reporting capabilities.
Kudos IT | Software Developer
Amman, Jordan
- Developed web applications using ASP.NET MVC, C#, and SQL Server, delivering reliable and maintainable solutions aligned with client requirements.
- Designed and built database schemas and table structures to support scalable and efficient web applications.
- Identified and resolved software bugs prior to deployment, reducing post-release issues and saving development time and resources.
Achievement Projects
Major enterprise systems, banking platforms, ERP solutions, logistics systems, and digital transformation initiatives delivered throughout my career.
Unified Admission Portal
Enterprise admission and onboarding platform developed to streamline student registration workflows, centralized operations, and digital admission management.
Study-in-Saudi Portal
Large-scale educational platform supporting international student applications, workflow automation, document processing, and onboarding experiences.
Qiwa Platform
Enterprise workforce and digital services platform supporting business operations, employment workflows, and public-sector integrations.
Survey System & IVR
Banking customer engagement and IVR integration platform focused on customer satisfaction analytics, reporting automation, and operational feedback management.
B2B & B2C Platform
Integrated business platform enabling procurement, customer operations, workflow approvals, and enterprise process management across multiple business channels.
SAP ERP
Enterprise ERP operations and business workflow management focused on process optimization, operational continuity, and organizational efficiency.
Route Optimization System
Smart logistics and route optimization platform designed to improve transportation efficiency, planning accuracy, and operational performance.
Events Management System
Digital event operations platform supporting event registration, scheduling, attendee workflows, and centralized event coordination activities.
Professional Skills
Certifications & Professional Development
PfMP®
Portfolio Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PGMP®
Program Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMP®
Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMI-ACP®
Agile Certified Practitioner
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMI-RMP®
Risk Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMI-PBA®
Professional in Business Analysis
Project Management Institute (PMI)
P3O®
Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices
AXELOS
AI Overview for Project Managers
Professional development program focused on Artificial Intelligence applications in project management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Data Landscape of GenAI
Advanced understanding of Generative AI ecosystems, data environments, and AI-driven transformation
Project Management Institute (PMI)
C# Development
Technical software development background using ASP.NET MVC, C#, SQL Server, and enterprise application architecture.
AI-Based Schedule Overrun Prediction in Technical Projects
Using Gradient Boosting Machine for Decision Support
Published research applying Artificial Intelligence and GBM models to predict schedule overrun in technical projects, supporting proactive, data-driven decision-making in project management.
Academic background
Bachelor of Computer Information System
Al Albayt University — 2012 to 2016
Languages
- Arabic — Native
- English — Professional
Ready to build something impactful?
I am open to opportunities, collaborations, and project management roles focused on technology, digital transformation, ERP systems, and AI-driven project delivery.