career summary

Project Architect with over fifteen years of in-depth experience in Retail, Residential Design & Development, successfully launched, directed and managed large scale projects with a pre-allocated budgets of 8-12 Million US$.

Leader in managing cross company team’s efforts through effective and motivating mentoring strategies, equipped with management skills such as planning, scheduling, organizing, and tracking process ensuring the feasibility of projects and their objectives.

Education

Diploma Degree in Interior Design, 2003

The Institute of Natural Therapy 7082 Pennington Woods Drive, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237, USA

oGraduation Project Interior Design & Management

oGraduation Grade 'EXCELLENT'

oCoursework Included: Survey, Space Planning, Color Schemes and Materials, Presentation Techniques & Projects Management

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Design, 2001

Faculty of Engineering, Banha Branch, Zagazig University, Cairo, Egypt

oGraduation Project Community & Recreation Centre

oGraduation Grade 'PASS'

oCoursework Included: Planning & Urban Design, Exterior & Interior Design, Working Drawings and Specifications, Landscaping, Field researches & site coordination

High School Certificate, 1995

Kuwait, Abad Ibn-Bisher High School

oGraduation Grade 'EXCELLENT'

Personal Information

Nationality: Egyptian

Place / Date of Birth: Cairo / August 1977

Marital Status: Married

Awards & Honers

Member of The American Institute of Architects AIA # 38614109 – 2016

Member of The Royal Institute of British Architects RIBA # 20018856 – 2016

Approved Interior Designer registered in Europe/North America from 2003-2004.

Participated in the first International bulthaup Competition 2003

Recommendation from Corporate Architecture Department from Head Office of bulthaup, Germany, 2003

Membership in APID (Association of Professional Interior Designers in Dubai)

Letter of Appreciation, Al-Wazzan United – Kuwait

Letter of Appreciation, Azadea – Egypt

Letter of Appreciation, Alshaya – Egypt

Work Experiences

Tenancy delivery Manager

Retail Design & Delivery – Property, Majid Al Futtiam, Mall of Egypt - Egypt

From November 2014 – Present

Key Performance Tasks:

Opening of fully operational shops/units according to established opening date.

Achievement of both customer focus and the ongoing relationship with retailers, their contractors, builders and or shop fitters.

Execution of units with world class retail design standards adhering to the set design criteria relative to the Briefing Kit.

Health & Safety Management

Tenancy Variations Management within Policies & Procedures

Training & Courses:

Training on Overview of Green building rating system & USGBC – LEED rating System- By EY, January.2015

Training on Personal Effectiveness Using Lego – By QUEST, November.2015

Training on Engagement, A New Management Era – By QUEST, December.2015

Training on Emotional Intelligence – By QUEST, February.2016

Achievements:

Management of Alshaya & Azadea Profile in Mall of Egypt

References:

Adib Haidar / Retail Design – Manager / Beirut City Centre / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Reem Hamouda / Retail Design – Team Manager / Mall of Egypt / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Diaa Yahia / Development Director / Mall of Egypt / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Senior Project Manager

Project Management – Property, Alshaya LLC - Egypt

From August 2013 – November 2014

Key Performance Tasks:

Initiated & maintained key contracts, reviewing proposed store layouts & distribute store schedule to the business.

Managed all processes with one’s own area of expertise in line with company policies, procedures & Market guide lines.

Developed & maintained internal & external relationships & acted as an ambassador for the company.

Maintained & managed all Al Shaya systems in line with company profile.

Reviewing and advising on all areas for improvement, such as operation & business development departments.

Achievements:

Successful opening of Alshaya profile in Cairo festival city and other different locations

Ex.(Debenhams, Victoria Secret, H&M ...etc.)

References:

Mohamed Helmy / Head of Property / Alshaya Egypt L.L.C./ (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Tareq Al Sakhawy / Senior Project Manager / Alshaya Egypt L.L.C / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Project Manager

Project Management, Azadea Group - Egypt

From March 2010 – August 2013

Key Performance Tasks:

Successfully Managed shop construction projects from conception to implementation, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, cost and quality standards.

Identified and recommended project resources for procurement, providing specifications, performs technical evaluation/assessment of quotes.

Taking corrective action as appropriate in full coordination with the Project varies divisions.

Developed and Enhanced Principal Budgets in full coordination with the Regional Manager.

Supported operatives on non-routine site problems, applying specialist skills and knowledge to ensure problems are resolved quickly and effectively.

Training & Courses:

Managerial Development Program – December 2010

Senior Leadership Program Training, Azadea 2012

-Leadership Principals

-Strategic Management & Planning

-Conflict Management

-Leading High Performance Team

Achievements:

Successful opening of Azadea profile in Mall of Arabia, City Stars and other different locations.

Ex. (Zara, Paul, Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear, Virgin ...etc.)

References:

Michel Ferneini / Group Engineering Manager / Azadea Group LLC/ (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Zahra Dewidar / Human Resources Manager / Azadea Group LLC / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Senior designer

Projects, Al Tayer Group - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

From May 2007 – February 2010

Key Performance Tasks:

Effectively coordinated with Principals, Consultants & Authorities in planning design preparation and handover of deliverables.

Successfully delivered design in complete and accurate aspects.

Assisted project manager in agreeing the project brief, establish timeline, delegate tasks and monitor progress of the same.

Undertake value Engineering and Constructability reviews during the various design stages and advice Project Manager on any matters arising.

Training & Courses:

Performance Management Training – 2007

Training session on L.E.A.N Webniar Thinking 2009

Achievements:

Design, execution and supervision for the renovation of Harvey Nichols in Mall of Emirates.

Support in the opening of Bloomingdales Department store in Dubai Mall

References:

Chris Ellingham / Design Manager / Al Tayer Group / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Sam Nessan / Head of Projects/ Al Tayer Group / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Assistant Division Manager / Senior Interior Architect

Design Creative Centre - Al Wazzan United Company - Kuwait

From March 2003 – April 2007

Key Performance Tasks:

Designed and supervised execution of turnkey residential buildings using high level products and contributing to design development and modifications

Designed & Developed Showroom display & exhibitions stands

Established constructive relation, Coordinated and followed up with clients, and suppliers effectively

Finalized and achieved agreements, contracts & company Financial goals

Training & Courses:

Bulthaup b3 Training 2006 - Germany

Production training at EmmeBi furniture, 2004 – Italy

Complete product range Training at Ars Nova Collection, 2004 – Italy

Achievements:

Design, execution and supervision High end villas, Royal family Palaces

References:

Mohamed Al Wazzan / General Manager / Al Wazzan United / (acx2qh@r.postjobfree.com)

Assistant Construction Manger

El- KOSTANTENIA CONTRACTING - Cairo, Egypt,

From August 2001- November 2002

Key Performance Tasks:

Prepared and submitted construction project budget estimates

Developed & implemented quality control programs

Directed and managed the purchase of building materials

Private Experiences

Design of Villas and Residential Buildings in Egypt

Interior Design of Insurance Office and Clinic in Dubai - UAE

Interior Design of Beauty Saloon in Abu Dhabi - UAE

Studeint Experiences

Graphic Designer

Future Advertising Company, Egypt

Design of Advertisement items & Brochures

Architect

Axsies for Architecture & Interior Design, Egypt

Participating in Design of Urban Planning Projects and Competitions.

Site Engineer

Al Hayat Construction Company, Egypt

Site Supervision and Finishing Inspection for Residential Buildings

Competencies gained

Leading and Supervising

Working with people

Adhering to principles and values

Planning and Organizing

Delivering Results and Meeting customer expectations

Adapting and Responding to Change

Coping with Pressures and setbacks

Relating and Networking

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

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