Dee Dee Lim MSc MA(Hons) RIBA ARB SBA
Dear Sir/ Mdm, systems, interior fit-out systems
and furnishings, and have created
I am interested to be part of your an extensive network of high spec
team and am submitting my resume vendors.
for your consideration towards the
position of a Project Manager. Having seek the opportunities
to work in many cities such as
An architect and project manager Singapore, London, Milan and now
with 11 years of professional New York, I will like to bring my
experience, I have gained a wealth international experience to your firm.
of experience over the course of
my career, successfully managing My interest in real estate
projects and teams in both the development has pushed me
residential and commercial sector. I to pursue the "Real Estate
Dee Dee Lim
have guided projects or have been Development" certificate course at
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part of a team that meet ambitious NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate
project milestones and targets on this year.
150 Atlantic Ave, Apt 3
time and within budget.
Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
I am confident that my combination
I have been involved in the design of skills and ambitions would make
and construction of 6 projects that me a valuable asset to your team.
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became built, and have acquired
5 years of invaluable Contract Thank you very much for your
Administration experience on 2 consideration and I look forward to
multi-million projects, coordinating hearing from you.
efficiently with the client, contractors
and the design team. Yours sincerely,
Dee Dee Lim
I have a good eye for design and
am meticulous to details. I carry a
vast knowledge of facade cladding
Profile
Qualifications:
RIBA Chartered Architect, UK
ARB Registered Architect, UK
SBA Registered Architect, The Netherlands
Certificate in Real Estate Development
2014 (ongoing)
NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate, USA
MSc Architecture,
2002 – 2004
Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands
MA (Hons) Architectural Design
1998 - 2002
The University of Edinburgh, Scotland
Technical Competence:
• Skilled, ambitious and motived project manager/ architect with 11 years experience
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent project tracking and scheduling skills
• Excellent knowledge of document control (contracts, change orders, drawings, specifications,
RFIs)
• Excellent knowledge of cost and risk management
• Excellent network and relationships with vendors and experience with material purchasing
• Experience with high-profile clients on the design and construction of multi-million dollar
properties
• Experience with contract negotiation / procurement
• Specialized knowledge of commercial workplace planning and residential layouts
• Experience managing the design/installation/operation of state-of-the-art systems and
components at architectural firms for large scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of the Building Code of the City of New York, International Building Code,
NFPA, ADA Standards for Accessible Design, British Building Regulations, and British Council
of Offices
• Ability to manage challenging work flow in-fast paced, dynamic organization, managing multiple
assignments in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building and negotiation skills
Languages:
• English - Native speaker, fluent in speaking and writing
• Mandarin - Native speaker, fluent in speaking and writing
Software Skills:
• Revit
• Autocad
• Microstation
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
Professional Experience
Experience:
Grimshaw Architects
2009 to present
New York, USA
Claudio Silvestrin Architects
2008
Milan, Italy
Studio Egret West
2006 - 2008
London, United Kingdom
Populous (HOK Sport)
2004 - 2006
2001 (Internship) London, United Kingdom
Key Projects:
Grimshaw Architects:
Qatar Civil Aviation Authority Headquarters, Doha, Qatar
2012– 2014
(Schematic Design through to Construction Document phases)
Senior Architect, Lead Architect of Interiors
The St Botolph Building, London, UK
2009– 2012
(Design Development through to Contract Administration phases)
Lead Architect of Interiors, Site Architect and Compliance Monitoring Client
Representative
Claudio Silvestrin Architects:
Sandy Island, Singapore
2008
(Schematic Design through to Construction Document phases)
Project Architect
Studio Egret West:
Future Clapham - One Clapham
2007 - 2008
(Schematic Design through to Construction Document phases)
Lead Architect of Client & Consultant Coordination and Planning
Populous
Ascot Grandstand Redevelopment
2004 - 2006
(Construction Documents through to Contract Administration phases)
Site Architect, Lead Architect of Facade Packages
Commercial
Qatar Civil Aviation Authority Headquarters
Role
• Directed and managed the interiors
team (up to 6 team members) from
Schematic Design to Construction
Document phases
• Kept the project on schedule and within
budget while serving as project leader
• Reviewed project goals and objectives
with the design team
• Developed, updated and managed
project schedules and work plans
• Devised overall strategy for
documentation and identified the sheets
planned for each stage of the work
• Attended all team meetings to resolve
technical and project issues
• Attended and led all consultant
co-ordination meetings, reviewed all
consultant drawings, specifications and
Bill of Quantities
Location / Date: Architects:
Doha, Qatar. 2011 - current Grimshaw
• Consulted with clients to determine
Client: Structural Engineer:
workplace planning requirements
New Doha International Airport (NDIA) Arup
Area: Services Engineer:
• Worked closely with multiple vendors
485,000 sq ft / 45,000 sq m Arup
Cost: Quantity Surveyor:
• Designed and specified bespoke interior
USD $500 million Faithful & Gould
architectural systems to a high quality
Main Contractor:
Not appointed
• Selected and specified all interior
finishes, materials, furniture and
furnishings
• Verified that construction detail
documentation conformed to quality
assurance and best practice standards
Commercial
The St Botolph Building
Role
• Directed and managed the interiors
team (up to 3 team members) from
Design Development to Contract
Administration phases
• Attended bi-weekly co-ordination
meetings with contractor, and monthly
project progress meetings with client
• Involved in analysis of contractor’s
and sub-contractor’s bids
documentation, and attendance to
interviews during negotiation process
• Performed regular job site inspections
as client’s compliance monitoring
representative
• Prepared and followed through on all
required punch lists
• Prepared monthly project progress
reports
• Avoided construction delays by
efficiently following through with all
Location / Date: Architects:
site inspections in a timely manner.
London, UK. 2009 - 2011 Grimshaw
Client: Quantity Surveyor:
• Reviewed and approved sub-
Minerva Limited Sense Cost Consultancy
consultant construction drawings,
Project Manager: Structural Engineer:
GVA Second London Wall Arup
RFIs, RFCs and submittal
Area: Building Services Engineer:
• Reviewed and approved building
553,000 sq ft / 51,375 sq m Roger Preston & Partners
Total Efficiency (Net/ Gross Areas): Main Contractor:
samples and mock ups
74% Skanska
Construction Cost: • Designed and specified bespoke
GBP 160 million
interior architectural cladding systems
and furniture
• Selected and specified all interior
fittings and furniture for Reception
atrium
• Coordinated and produced marketing
material for client
• Provided information to contractor for
O&M manuals
• Produced developer's specifications
and tenant fit-out guide and
procedures for client
• Produced post practical completion
occupant satisfaction review
• Led site investigation post practical
completion on defects and co-
ordinated with client and facilities
manager
Residential
Sandy Island, Sentosa Cove
Role
Architects:
Location / Date:
Claudio Silvestrin
Sentosa Cove, Singapore. 2008 - 2012
Landscape Architect:
Client:
Jamie Durie
YTL Corporation Berhad
• Directed and managed the design
Cost Consultant:
Total Site Area:
team (up to 3 team members)
Burton Bruce Shaw
220,000 sq ft / 20,400 sq m
from Schematic Design to
Structural Engineer:
Build Up Area Per Villa:
Beca Carter Hollings & Ferner (SEA) Pte Ltd
6,700 - 7,600 sq ft / 620 - 700 sq m Construction Document phases
Building Services Engineer:
Cost:
• Kept the project on schedule and
United Project Consultants
Land: S$617 psf ppr
Main Contractor:
Construction: S$100m (S$690 psf) within budget while serving as project
YTL Construction
Sale Price (2013):
leader
S$12.28 million (S$l,939 psf) to S$21.85 million
(S$2,364 psf) per villa • Consulted with clients to determine
functional and spatial requirements of
each villa
• Led and attended all meetings/
workshops with Architect of record,
client, contractors and consultants
in Milan and Singapore to resolve
technical and project issues and
review project schedules
• Reviewed project goals and
objectives with the director and design
team
• Devised overall strategy for
documentation and identified
the sheets planned for each stage of
the work
• Reviewed Architect of record drawings
• Coordinated and produced marketing
drawings, brochure and model for
client to launch residential sales
• Designed and specified bespoke
interior architectural systems and
furniture to a high quality
Mixed-Use Regeneration
Future Clapham - One Clapham
Location / Date: Architects: Role
London, UK. 2006 - 2008 Studio Egret West
Developers: Structural Engineer:
Cathedral Group and United House PEP Group
• Team member of 4 person strong
Partners: Services Engineer:
team throughout Schematic Design,
London Borough of Lambeth Hilson Moran
RSL Partners: Project Manager & Quantity Surveyor:
Design Development and
Nottinghill Housing Trust PH Warr
Construction Document phases
Scheme: Main Contractor:
200 residential units, 1 library, 1 primary care center United House
• Led the design and plan layout of
and 1 leisure center
residential apartments, health center
Construction Cost:
and library
GBP 80 million
• Site analysis and coordination of
survey information
• Produced feasibility report
• General project management
including planning permissions,
building regulations approvals, and
community consultations
• Attended weekly meetings with client,
consultants and the Local Authority
• Responsible for building services
coordination and building control
compliance
• Coordinated and produced
promotional material for client