Heba Al-Ghouleh is the Project Manager at Groupe Alphard, a company for which she also became a shareholder following her hard work and dedication. In parallel to her professional career, she holds the role of an Adjunct Professor at McGill University…not bad for being just 27 years old…
Elevator Pitch: Describe your job in a nutshell.
Working as a project manager in the field of industrial engineering is a very interesting and challenging job. Driven by the desire to complete a project on time and within budget, you are constantly taking decisions to balance between these two aspects while maintaining a professional approach with your client and promoting a healthy environment amongst the project team. Not only do you coordinate all aspects of the project, but you are also in charge of the quality of your deliverables.
Why did you start working at your company? What was the inspiration for this career route?
Joining Groupe Alphard was an opportunity to be part of a growing company, an opportunity to touch on the various facets of a company from marketing and business development to project management and design.
As for teaching at McGill, I am a strong advocate of bridging between the industrial and educational sectors to shaping the future of a new generation of engineers recognized for their strong theoretical background and industrial experience.
What is the best part of what you do on a day-to-day basis? The most challenging part?
The best part of my day is communicating with others and brainstorming to find ways to improve our methods and find solutions to potential problems.
As to the most challenging part… having all project stakeholders come to an agreement!
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
This might be a far-fetched vision, but as a shareholder I would love to see Group Alphard become an international company with offices all around the world in the next five years.
What does success look like to you?
Being humble and always striving to learn and do better!
What is the most memorable milestone in your career?
Taking the decision to leave my previous employer to join a start-up company.
Do you have any advice for other young professionals?
This might sound like a stereotype but I truly believe that you are destined to succeed if you are passionate about something!
What to you is notable?
Notable is any achievement or experience worth sharing with others and from which people can get inspired!
Blackberry, iPhone, Android, or Other?
iPhone.