Tarik BAKELI, PhD, Eng.
Casablanca,SAL
Summary
Construction leader with over 14 years of experience in managing complex industrial and infrastructure projects. Currently oversees Constructability, Transformation, and Operational Excellence, driving project delivery through effective governance and execution planning. Proven track record in enhancing field execution outcomes via early involvement and structured planning. Recognized for strong stakeholder engagement and ability to connect strategy with field realities for safe and cost-effective construction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Field Services Constructability, Transformation, and Operational Excellence
JESA
Casablanca
02.2012 - Current
- Lead strategic initiatives across Constructability, transformation, governance, talent development, and the continuous enhancement of technical and site services capabilities
- Oversee performance measurement systems, construction readiness reviews, site administration, and strategic reporting
- Direct a multidisciplinary team of Subject Matter Experts supporting execution excellence across disciplines and phases
- Drive resource optimization, interface management, and cross-functional collaboration between engineering, procurement, and construction
- Govern Field Services processes through structured workflows, readiness frameworks, and continuous improvement cycles
- Ensure successful deployment and integration of digital tools and construction planning platforms
- Build and sustain stakeholder alignment to support timely decisions, risk anticipation, and delivery performance
- Uphold rigorous standards of quality, safety, and operational discipline across all field execution activities
- Held the role of Technical Services Head of Department, contributing to the strategic leadership of Field Services
- Served as Project Manager for multiple critical OCP conceptual and execution-phase projects, including the Center Axis Program (100 MMMAD) and the Sea Water Pumping & Distribution System – REM 4 (700 MMAD)
- Led revamping and greenfield projects as Project Manager for the Sulfur Melting Unit (1 MMMAD) and as Construction Manager for the Sulfur Handling & Storage Facility (400 MMAD) and 6000-TPD Sulfur Melting & Filtration Unit (600 MMAD)
- Managed major scopes within the ODI P3 Fertilizer Complex as Construction Manager, covering the sulfuric acid plant, turbine power generation, water treatment, and associated utilities (5 MMMAD)
- Oversaw execution of specialized units, including the Gas Scrubbing System (50 MMAD)
Planning Engineer
SADET
Tangier
07.2011 - 02.2012
- Manufacturing planning of concrete and pre-stressed concrete elements
- Management of construction sites
End of Studies Project
CID
Rabat
02.2011 - 06.2011
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
MBA - Executive
Africa Business School & Columbia Business School
Rabat, New York07-2026
Ph.D. - Engineering Sciences and Techniques
Faculty of Sciences And Techniques – Abdelmalek Essaadi University
Tangier, Morocco03.2020
Bachelor’s Degree - Private Law
Hassan II University
Casablanca, Morocco07.2021
State Engineer - Civil Engineering
Hassania School of Public Works (EHTP)
Casablanca, Morocco07.2011
Preparatory Classes for Engineering - Mathematics, Physics & Engineering Sciences
CPR, Lycée Mohamed V
Tangier, Morocco07.2008
Baccalaureate - Mathematics
Lycée Moulay Youssef
Tangier, Morocco07.2006
Skills
- Project & Construction Management: Expert in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and performance monitoring across complex industrial and infrastructure projects Skilled in resource allocation, contract administration, site supervision, and project integration
- Engineering & Execution Excellence: Proven leadership in construction and engineering methods, contractor management, commissioning, and project closeout Strong command of quality assurance, design coordination, and construction site management
- Risk, Safety & Compliance Leadership: Certified in OSHA and NEBOSH standards with extensive experience in risk assessment, safety audits, regulatory compliance, emergency planning, environmental management, and incident investigation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management: Adept at managing multidisciplinary teams, negotiating with contractors, and maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment and change
- Advanced Work Packaging & Digital Tools: Advanced user of AWP methodologies including WorkPacks, Construction Work Packages, and Installation Work Packages Proficient in MS Project, AutoCAD, Power BI, Microsoft Office, and Google SketchUp
- Governance, Training & Continuous Improvement: Strong background in training, auditing, documentation control, data-driven decision-making, and implementing construction excellence frameworks
Certification
- Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) Certification, SystemicAlly – Executive Development Group
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC)
- IRCA ISO 9001:2018 Lead Auditor Certification
- COSSH Risk Manager Certification
- Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) Certification
- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Certification
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2
Affiliations
- Member of the Extended Leadership Team – JESA
- Academic Contributor – UM6P and UMC Construction Management Master’s Program
- Academic Contributor – Rabat International University (UIR) – Lecturer
- Academic Contributor – Rabat International University (UIC) – Lecturer
- Recognition for HSE Excellence
- Mentor & Trainer – Field Services Talent Development
Research And Scientific Activities
- Since 2016 - Member of the Civil Engineering Research Laboratory at the Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, Tangier.
Presentations at conferences with peer-review committees
- 2020 - Bakeli Tarik, Hafidi Alaoui Adil. A Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Based Approach for Construction Projects Safety Risk Management. Communication Orale. The 5th NA International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Detroit, Michigan, USA, August 10 - 14, 2020
- 2018 - Bakeli Tarik, Hafidi Alaoui Adil, “Occupational Health and safety in construction sites - Comparison between OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001 in construction project management”, Présentation poster. Conférence Afro-Méditerranéenne Sur La Recherche Multidisciplinaire & Applications [RMA18]: Rabat (Morocco), 07-08 Juillet.
- 2017 - Bakeli Tarik, Hafidi Alaoui Adil, “Health and safety in the Moroccan construction sites - Situation, challenges and conclusions”, Présentation orale. Third International Conference on Optimization and Applications [ICOA’2017]: Meknes (Morocco), 27-28 Avril.
Publications
- 2021 - Bakeli Tarik, Hafidi Alaoui Adil, “COVID-19 Infection Risk Management During Construction Activities: An Approach Based on Fault Tree Analysis (FTA),” Journal of Emergency Management. 01 Jan 2021, 18(7):161-176 [Available on: https://doi.org/10.5055/jem.0539].
- 2018 - Bakeli Tarik, Hafidi Alaoui Adil, “Occupational health and safety in the Moroccan construction sites: preliminary diagnosis”, Int. J. Metrol. Qual. Eng. 9, 6 (2018). [Available on: https://doi.org/10.1051/ijmqe/2018005].
Timeline
Head of Field Services Constructability, Transformation, and Operational Excellence
JESA
02.2012 - Current
Planning Engineer
SADET
07.2011 - 02.2012
End of Studies Project
CID
02.2011 - 06.2011
MBA - Executive
Africa Business School & Columbia Business School
Ph.D. - Engineering Sciences and Techniques
Faculty of Sciences And Techniques – Abdelmalek Essaadi University
Bachelor’s Degree - Private Law
Hassan II University
State Engineer - Civil Engineering
Hassania School of Public Works (EHTP)
Preparatory Classes for Engineering - Mathematics, Physics & Engineering Sciences
CPR, Lycée Mohamed V
Baccalaureate - Mathematics
Lycée Moulay Youssef
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