Mahdy Faiz
Global Programme Manager @Arup
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WORK HISTORY
Global Programme Manager @Arup
Leading multi-million pound global digital, data and AI programmes across five regions, managing programme managers and 65+ cross-functional professionals to deliver AI/ML/Data and BI solutions, automate workflows, Databricks lakehouse and embed Agile at scale. Partnering with C-level executives and chairing boards to improve governance and cut operational costs by 22%. Negotiating vendor contracts and securing multi-year, ROI-aligned agreements. Delivered an AI-powered work-winning platform and scaled data literacy from 20 to 950+ users, embedding data-led decision-making across Finance, HR, Engineering design and Operations. Driving performance gains, strategic alignment, and measurable business outcomes across global functions and enterprise portfolios.
EDUCATION
University of Cambridge
ESOL
University of Liège
Master's degree, Math, Economics and Computing
SKILLS
ABOUT MAHDY FAIZ
I lead enterprise-scale data, digital and AI transformations that turn complex strategy into measurable results. With 20+ years’ experience delivering multi-million-pound programmes mostly across finance, consulting, insurance, e-commerce, engineering and the public sector, I work at the intersection of technology, data, people and change.I have modernised legacy platforms, implemented cloud-based data and analytics, embedded AI capabilities, and introduced operating models that improve decision-making, profit margin, and operational efficiency.I partner with Boards and C-suite leaders to align delivery with strategy and build high-performing teams focused on value, not activity. Pragmatic, outcomes-led, commercially savvy and focus on results under pressure.Credentials and methodologies:MSP, PMP, Prince2, P3M3, P3O, ITIL, Scrum, LeSS, SAFe, TOGAF, AWS, Azure, Axelos Change Management Institute.
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