Available for opportunities in KSA & GCC

Khaja
Ubed Uddin

Regional Sales Manager · ICT & Low Current Systems

Senior Pre-Sales & Solution Engineering leader with 7+ years delivering mission-critical ICT, ELV, and Data Center infrastructure across Saudi Arabia's most complex government, telecom, and healthcare projects.

📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 🏢 Silkroad Business Solutions (Al Rajhi JV) 🏆 Best Employee 2022 🎓 MBA · B.E. Electrical Engineering 🔐 Cisco Certified Specialist
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7+
Years in KSA
10+
Team Managed
15+
ELV Systems Expertise
3
Company Awards
About Me

Engineering solutions.
Winning trust.

I am an ICT and ELV Solutions specialist who bridges the full gap between complex client requirements and commercially competitive, consultant-approved project delivery. Over the past 7+ years in Saudi Arabia, I have contributed to some of the Kingdom's most demanding infrastructure projects — from Tier-III Data Centers to government command centers and critical industrial facilities.

My career spans the complete project lifecycle: pre-sales engineering, bid management, technical workshops, on-site commissioning, and final handover — giving me a rare combination of commercial and operational depth that enables me to speak fluently with both C-suite clients and site engineers.

Pre-Sales Leadership Managed 10-engineer pre-sales teams; led multi-million SAR bids across Government, Telecom, Healthcare sectors
Solution Architecture Translated client RFQs into consultant-approved ELV solutions from concept to commissioning
Regional Sales Currently driving regional business development and key account management for KSA's Eastern & Central regions
Project Delivery End-to-end ownership: procurement, vendor management, L3/L4/L5 testing, handover documentation
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Sectors Served

Government & Defense · Telecom (STC) · Healthcare (SABIC) · Data Centers (Tier-III) · Critical Infrastructure · Commercial Real Estate · Industrial Facilities

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Languages

English (Professional) · Arabic (Working) · Urdu (Native) · Telugu (Native) · Hindi (Fluent)

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Tools & Platforms

ODOO CRM · AutoCAD · MS Project · Cisco Collaboration Suite · Technical Submittal Management · BOQ / Cost Sheet Development

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7+
Years in Saudi Arabia
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50+
Projects Delivered
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3
Company Excellence Awards
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10+
Technical Certifications
Work History

Career Timeline

7+ years of progressive growth from estimation to regional sales leadership in KSA's competitive ICT and ELV market.

Silkroad Business Solutions Company (JV · Al Rajhi Telecom)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Current
Regional Sales Manager – ICT & Low Current Systems
January 2026 – Present · Leading regional business development and sales strategy for ICT and ELV solutions across Saudi Arabia.
  • Drive end-to-end sales lifecycle — from lead generation and opportunity qualification to proposal submission, negotiation, and contract closure across Government, Healthcare, Telecom, and Commercial sectors.
  • Build and manage strategic relationships with C-level stakeholders, consultants, main contractors, and decision-makers to generate project pipeline and secure long-term partnerships.
  • Identify new market opportunities across Eastern and Central KSA to expand ICT and ELV footprint.
  • Coordinate with Pre-Sales and Engineering teams to ensure technical proposals align with client requirements and consultant standards.
  • Represent the company in client presentations, technical workshops, and industry events to strengthen brand positioning.
Business DevelopmentKey Account ManagementICT SolutionsELVB2B Sales
Al Rajhi Telecom Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 6 years 6 months
Jul 2019 – Dec 2025
Pre-Sales & Project Sales Manager (Sep 2023 – Dec 2025)
Promoted – ICT & Low Current Systems Leadership
Led the full lifecycle of Low Current Systems delivery across mission-critical projects, managing a team of 10 in the Pre-Sales and Estimation department.
  • Directed pre-sales activities for multi-million SAR projects — analyzing RFQs, architecting ELV solutions, and leading preparation of competitive technical and commercial proposals.
  • Acted as Subject Matter Expert (SME) across RFPs, POC sessions, technical workshops, and consultant engagement throughout the entire sales lifecycle.
  • Secured consultant approvals for SLDs, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical documentation — accelerating project award timelines.
  • Managed and mentored a pre-sales team of 10 engineers using ODOO CRM for structured bid management.
  • Delivered high-impact presentations to consultants, main contractors, and C-level end users across KSA.
  • Oversaw end-to-end project execution: procurement, vendor management, on-site supervision, L3/L4/L5 testing, commissioning, and final handover.
Pre-Sales Engineer – Low Current Systems (Jul 2019 – Sep 2023)
  • Interpreted client RFQs and BOQs to develop optimized, cost-effective solutions with vendors, sales, and engineering teams.
  • Prepared Technical and Commercial Proposals, BOQs, cost sheets, and SLDs in compliance with project specifications.
  • Supervised Low Current System installations, conducted L3/L4 testing, resolved snag lists, and achieved handover milestones.
  • Managed vendor and supplier communications for material procurement aligned with project timelines.
Pre-Sales EngineeringBid ManagementData CentersLow Current SystemsODOO CRMTeam LeadershipProject Management
Buine Technologies (An Al Rajhi Telecom Company) · Hyderabad, India
Remote collaboration for KSA projects
Sep 2018 – Jun 2019
Estimation Engineer – Low Current Systems
  • Prepared SLDs, outlet summaries, BOQs, cost sheets, and commercial proposals for ICT and Low Current Systems projects based in Saudi Arabia.
  • Collaborated remotely with the KSA pre-sales team to review and rectify proposed solutions against project specifications.
  • Coordinated cross-border team workflows to synchronize India and KSA teams on active project bids.
BOQ PreparationSLD DesignCost Estimation
Al Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. · Hyderabad, India
Govt. Class-A Electrical Contracting Company
Aug 2017 – Jun 2018
Assistant Electrical Engineer (Trainee)
Project: City Capital Shopping Mall, Kondapur, Hyderabad
  • Contributed to electrical design for commercial projects — load calculations, lighting designs, equipment selection, and control wiring for PCC & MCC panels.
  • Reviewed SLDs and electrical drawings; provided on-site technical guidance for LV panel, busbar, and switchgear installations.
  • Oversaw site safety measures and monitored daily installation progress against project plans.
Electrical DesignLV SystemsSite Supervision
Featured Work

Landmark Projects

Delivered across Saudi Arabia's most complex and high-value sectors — from Tier-III Data Centers to national water infrastructure and government security systems.

Telecom · Tier-III Data Center
STC Center3 Data Center
Dammam, KSA · Consultant: Edarat Technology Consultants
Contractors: Huawei Technology / MMR
Structural CablingIP CCTVAccess ControlFire Alarm & SuppressionVESDALeak DetectionVideo WallPublic Address
  • End-to-end delivery of all Low Current Systems for a certified Tier-III Data Center serving STC's national infrastructure.
  • Prepared and secured approval for material submittals, shop drawings, coordination drawings, and L3/L4 test scripts.
  • Coordinated procurement, vendor management, system configuration, and joint client inspections through to final handover.
Government · Security Infrastructure
KAP-1 – Ministry of Interior
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · High-Security Government Command Center
ICT NetworkLow Current SystemsPhysical Security
  • Contributed to design and delivery of ICT and Low Current Systems for a mission-critical government security command center.
  • Coordinated technical documentation, consultant approvals, and site execution for classified government infrastructure.
  • Managed all technical submittals, material inspections, and handover documentation to government standards.
Industrial · EV Manufacturing
LUCID AMP2 – Electric Car Plant
KAEC, Jeddah · Consultant: Hill International
IT Network Infrastructure · Process Area
Network InfrastructureStructural CablingData Active
  • Managed the project end-to-end from bidding through commissioning for a high-profile electric vehicle manufacturing facility.
  • Led remote project management and coordinated on-site installation team across all project buildings.
  • Attended weekly/monthly stakeholder progress meetings; secured approvals for all material submittals and shop drawings.
Critical Infrastructure · Water
SWCC – Jubail to Riyadh Water Line
Cross-Regional · Consultant: Jacobs Consulting Engineers
Contractor: Limak Construction Industry & Trade
Structural CablingVoice & Data ActiveNetwork Infrastructure
  • Led technical and commercial proposal preparation for one of KSA's major water transmission infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinated procurement, vendor management, system installation, configuration, and L3/L4 testing.
  • Worked closely with main contractor and site team to deliver systems per project requirements and specifications.
Giga-Project · Physical Security
Diriyah Gate – Wadisafer
Diriyah, Riyadh · Consultant: DAR Engineering
VACP: 6 Road Blockers · 6 Bollards · 11 Arm Barriers
VACP SystemsAccess Control IntegrationPhysical Security
  • Managed project from bid to ATP-5 final acceptance testing and commissioning for Diriyah's Northern Gates security system.
  • Integrated VACP system with Access Control for centralized monitoring; coordinated with civil and mechanical teams.
  • Led ATP-3, ATP-4, and ATP-5 acceptance testing with consultant and client representatives.
Healthcare · SABIC
SABIC Behavioral Care Hospital
Saudi Arabia · Specialist Healthcare Facility
Full Low Current Systems Suite
IP CCTVAccess ControlFire AlarmPublic AddressNurse Call
  • Delivered integrated Low Current Systems solution for a specialist behavioral healthcare facility under SABIC.
  • Coordinated design compliance, consultant approvals, and on-site execution for sensitive healthcare environment.
  • Ensured full system integration and compliance with healthcare sector standards and regulations.
Expertise

Skills & Systems

Core Competencies
Pre-Sales Engineering ELV / Low Current Systems ICT Solution Architecture Bid & Proposal Management Business Development Key Account Management Technical Workshops & POC Stakeholder Management Commercial Negotiations ODOO CRM
Engineering & Project Management
Single Line Diagrams (SLD) Shop Drawings BOQ Preparation Material Submittals L3/L4/L5 Testing & Commissioning As-Built Documentation Vendor Management Procurement Coordination Project Handover
Cabling & Network
Structural Cabling – SIEMON Structural Cabling – NEXANS / Aginode Structural Cabling – EXCEL Networking Network Infrastructure Design Data Active Systems IP Telephony (Cisco) Data Center Infrastructure
ELV Systems Expertise
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IP CCTV & VMS
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Access Control
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Fire Alarm & Suppression
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Public Address
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Video Wall Systems
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IPTV / MATV / SMATV
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Leak Detection
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UPS Systems (Delta)
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VACP Systems
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IP Clock Systems
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Intercom Systems
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VESDA Systems
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Data Active Systems
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IP Telephony System
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Structural Cabling
Credentials

Certifications & Training

Internationally recognized technical certifications spanning network infrastructure, UPS systems, physical security, and structured cabling.

CSCO
Cisco Certified Specialist – Collaboration Core
Cisco · Credential ID: CSCO13451245
CCNA
CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate (Routing & Switching)
Cisco Systems
SEC
CCNA – Security
Cisco Systems
UPS
DELTA ASP Level-1 – UPS Systems (3 KVA to 1200 KVA)
Delta Electronics · Certified in Dubai, UAE
ITC
International Product Manager – Public Address & Audio Visual
ITC International · Training Location: China
SIE
Authorized Designer & Installer – Passive Network Infrastructure
SIEMON
NEX
Authorized Designer & Installer – Structural Cabling Networks
Aginode (NEXANS)
EXC
Authorized Designer & Installer – Structural Cabling Networks
EXCEL Networking Solutions
DCE
Data Center Essentials – Power & Electrical Design
LinkedIn Learning
PLC
Industrial Automation – PLC, SCADA & HMI
Enrun India Pvt. Ltd.
Recognition

Awards & Honors

Three consecutive years of company-wide recognition at Al Rajhi Telecom, spanning performance, contribution, and leadership excellence.

2022 · Annual Award
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Best Employee of the Year

Awarded in recognition of exceptional technical expertise and leadership contribution to the company's growth across mission-critical ICT and Low Current Systems projects throughout the Kingdom.

🏢 Al Rajhi Telecom Company
2021 · Annual Award
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Ultimate Contributor Award

Recognized for outstanding hard work, enthusiasm, and unwavering commitment to project delivery excellence — consistently going above and beyond team expectations.

🏢 Al Rajhi Telecom Company
2020 · Annual Award
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Outstanding Performance Award

Awarded for exceptional dedication and consistently delivering high-quality results across complex ELV system projects during a particularly demanding project delivery year.

🏢 Al Rajhi Telecom Company
Academic Background

Education

Bharathidasan University (BDU), Tiruchirappalli
Master of Business Administration – Operations Management
📅 August 2022 – September 2024
Strengthened commercial and managerial capabilities — bridging technical engineering expertise with strategic business leadership in project sales and operations.
Muffakham Jah College of Engineering & Technology, Hyderabad
Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical & Electronics Engineering
📅 2013 – 2017
Foundation in electrical systems, power electronics, circuit design, and control systems — directly applied throughout career in ICT and ELV infrastructure projects.
Get In Touch

Let's Connect

Open to strategic conversations around ICT solutions, ELV partnerships, and senior pre-sales or business development opportunities in the GCC.

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Mobile (WhatsApp)
+966 50 965 7109
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Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Open to Opportunities

Available for senior pre-sales, solution engineering, and regional sales management roles across the GCC. Also open to strategic ICT/ELV partnership discussions.

Quick Profile Summary
Current RoleRegional Sales Manager – ICT & ELV
CompanySilkroad Business Solutions
Experience7+ Years in KSA
SpecializationICT · ELV · Data Centers · Physical Security
EducationMBA · B.E. Electrical Engineering
LanguagesEN · AR · UR · TE · HI
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3x Award Winner
Best Employee (2022) · Ultimate Contributor (2021) · Outstanding Performance (2020) — three consecutive years of company-wide recognition at Al Rajhi Telecom.