
Senior Design & Project Manager with 11 years experience in GCC
Last Updated: 23rd September 2017 (over 5 years ago)
Summary
Extensive experience in working on Pre-Contract and Post Contract Consultancy services on designs for Master planning & urban design, Sports Complexes, Commercial & Mixed-use buildings, Educational buildings, High-rise buildings, Healthcare buildings, Hospitality buildings, Luxury residential buildings and Interior design.
Project Management of complete pre-contract and post contract consultancy services. From conceptual design to tender documents, contract awards to handover (cradle to grave), specialising in review and coordination between architects, engineers, sub-consultants, stakeholders, contractors and consisting of the multi-cultural workforce. As well as strong project management skills, cost planning, scheduling, contract conditions (FIDIC based).
Implementing client management strategies to attain early client buy-in and program validation, alternatively exploring other conceptual solutions to obtain client’s approval.
I am looking to broaden my professional experience by seeking a new challenging position.
My passion for architecture has meant that I produce work of a high and professional standard.
Education
Gulf Sustainability Assessment System Accredited Professional
Nov 2009
— Nov 2009
first performance-based system in the MENA region, developed for rating the green buildings and
infrastructures.
The primary objective of GSAS is to create a sustainable built environment, considering the specific
needs and context of the region.
The groundwork of GSAS begins with the comprehensive review of best practices from established
international and regional sustainability rating systems.
Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering
Sep 1986
— Dec 1995
Experience
Engineering Manager
Dec 2014
— Current
Accomplishments: Contributed in reducing the overall cost to the Employer by 12% achieved with technical management of the D&B Contractors regarding projects delivery, value engineering, change management, BIM clash detection registers closure and compliance with Employers Requirements.
Key duties: Reporting to the Project Director. Managing engineering department consisting of 18 engineers: Civil, Structural, Architectural & MEP. For technical issues performed the function of the Engineer under the FIDIC contract. Managed inputs for specialist technical peer reviews. Managed technical audits of the D&B design process and reported findings to the Employer. Monitored and communicated on design progress. Managed review process and responded feedback to the contractor on raised RFI's, Method Statements and responded with ERS's through Aconex. Provided technical assistance to the interface management team in coordination with the Rail Systems contractors. Provided technical support to the stakeholder management team in securing various permits for the works. Submitted reviews and recommended on adequate staffing - resourcing of the Engineering Dept.
Architect project Manager
Jul 2012
— Sep 2014
Key duties: Act as the client representative entirely responsible for leading all new projects in pre contract stage from inception, consultants management, providing support for small projects, preparation of design briefs for all RFP's, tender preparation evaluation, technical coordination, evaluation of proposed consultants, Managed all architectural concepts current and future intended for development by Barwa. Assisted with the department's annual business plan. Contributed with the highest possible standard of advice on technical issues as to ensure successful delivery of projects. Suggested to the management on new development possibilities, options, concepts and hi level cost estimates. Evaluated received consultants invoices against actual performance. Defining the risks and providing the ways of their mitigations in timely and professional manner focusing on Barwa's business interest and its projects. Represented the owner's (Barwa's) design interests and provided technical leadership on mega projects assuring that all design documents produced by consultants and sub consultants are of the highest quality and within the context of schedule and budget. Managed pre contract stages including coordination with project stakeholders and others external and internal parties to achieve project milestones targets up to construction documents and selection of contractors. Conducted Management review meetings as to update higher management. Ensuring smooth communication between the consultants and contractors in post contract stages.
Senior Project Manager, Senior Design Manager, Senior Architect
Jun 2006
— Jul 2012