A seasoned Architect with more than ** years of professional experience both in the Philippines (7 years), China (1 year) and GCC (18+ years). Vast experienced in the execution of Architectural and Finishing works for High Rise Hotels, Residential, Commercial and Office Towers. Well versed in QAQC, architectural / finishing and civil works and material inspections.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Employer : Gulf Engineering &Industrial Consultancy (G.E.I.C.)

Period : January 2018 – Up to present

Position : Site Architect

Project : Al Mutahidah Twin Tower (High Rise Building)

Location : Viva Bahriya Plots 27 and 28, The Pearl, Doha, Qatar

Responsibilities:

1.Reviewing of shop drawings and material submittals as per specifications and contract documents.

2.In charge for checking of materials as per delivery for architectural and finishing works.

3.In charge for the monitoring of the architectural finishing works.

4.Issue of Non-Conformance Report (NCR) if works are not as per approved materials, Specifications and shop Drawings.

5.In charge of handing over of the architectural works.

6.In charge of the Architectural snag list.

7.Review of As Built Drawings as per site condition.

8.Checking of Billings of Architectural works as submitted by the Contractor.

9.In charge for inspection all kind of Architectural finishing works.

10.Attend meeting for Quality control / Quality assurance for Architectural finishing works.

11.Coordination of M.E.P. works as per approved shop drawings prior to installation of all Architectural finishing works.

12.Checking of as built drawings.

Employer : K.E.O. International Consultant

Period : April 2014 – December 2017

Position : Site Architect. / Finishing Inspector. / Material Inspector

Project : High Rise Residential Building

Location : Viva Bahriya Plots 22 and 21, The Pearl, Doha, Qatar

Responsibilities:

1.Reviewing of the shop drawings and material submittal as per specifications and contract documents.

2.In charge of the Architectural snag list.

3.In charge of inspection of kitchen cabinet as per approved materials.

4.In charge all finishing / Architectural works including Marble Cladding, Granite, Ceramic Floor tiles, wall tiles, Mosaic tiles, Vanity marble, Counter top marble, Painting, cabinet and concrete cladding

5.In charge of inspection in wooden door, wardrobe, hollow metal doors and aluminum glass.

6.In charge of checking materials as per delivery for architectural finishing works.

7.In charge for the monitoring of the architectural finishing works.

8.Closely checking materials as delivered prior to installation.

9.In charge for inspection of column footing tie beam and re-bars of slabs.

10. Checking of as built drawings.

11.In charge checking for layout of mock–up.

12.In charge of handing over of all Architectural finishing works

13.Issue of Non-Conformance Report (NCR) if works are not as per approved materials, Specifications and shop Drawings.

14.Monitoring of all finishing works and site condition.

15.Review of as built Drawings as per site condition.

16.Coordination of M.E.P. works as per shop Drawings prior for installation of all Finishing works.

17.Checking of Billings of Architectural works as per submitted by the contractor.

Employer : Hill International Consultant.

Period : March 2013 - February 2014

Position : Site Architect / Civil / Material Inspector

Project : Muscat International Airport

Location : Muscat Oman.

Responsibilities.

1.In charge of finishing works Granite, Ceramic tiles, Marble, Painting, False ceiling,

2.Aluminum Cladding, Concrete Cladding, Water Proofing Membrane. Counter cabinet.

3.In charge of snagging of Finishing works.

4.Closely checking of delivered materials according to approved material submittals.

5.In charge of Installation I-beam, Steel decking and re-bars.

6.In charge of Installation of Footing Tie beam and Column.

7.In charge of measuring the thickness of insulation for cladding either aluminum or stainless steel

8.Discuss objectives, requirements and budget of a project.

9.Provide various pre-design services which may include conducting feasibility and environmental impact studies, selecting a site or specifying the requirements the design must meet.

10.Prepare plan requirements, details and related plan works.

11.Make scheme for better projection of the plan requirements/renovation and other related plan problem.

12.In charge with the site supervision of the project.

Employer : DAR AL Handasah Consultants Shair and Partners

Period : February 2010 - February 2013

Position : Site Architect / Civil Inspector/ Materials Inspector

Project : Dubai International Airport, Concourse 3

Responsibilities.

AX-124 –A – Concourse -3 Structure up to Hotel Level.

Closely checking of installation of I-Beam and re-bars in columns

beams and slabs.

AX -124 –D - Arrival to roof

Checking of materials as per delivery.

AX-137- 20 Rotunda and Apron up to Roof.

In charge for finishing works of Aluminum cladding, concrete cladding, glass, gypsum, garbage chute and water test of window glass.

AX- 124Basement – 01 to Basement

Checking for finishing works Ceramic / Marble Granite tiles, Water Proofing bituminous paint, steel handrail, false ceiling, Gypsum board, steel door frame and door shutters.

AX- 124 Apron to Arrival/departure up to Hotel level

Checking of finishing works ceramics tiles, Painting, gypsum board, false ceiling, Surface preparation, water proofing membrane, vanity counter, Marble, Granite, Ceramics floor tiles, Aluminum stair nosing, stainless handrail and rock wool for connection joint/expansion joint, Restraint angle wooden Base for Floor Carpet, Door frames / Shutters, Restraint Angle and Counter Cabinet.

Checking for snagging list for finishing works.

Reviewing of materials submittal of Architectural works.

Employer : DAR AL Hadassah Consultant Shair and Partners

Period : October 2008 - February 2010

Position : Site Architect, Material Inspector and Civil Inspector

Location : Jumeirah Park, Package -02 and 2a Dubai U.A.E.

Project : 525 Villas, with Swimming pool Housing Project

The Site Architect role involves both inspection of architectural scope of the project.

Responsibilities:

1.Coordinate all aspects of submittals, review and approval against contract requirements and when applicable report and advice deviation when same

2.Coordinate with clients on all specialist participation related to the final acceptance to the work in readiness for fit-out and operation of the project.

3.Assist client in aspects of the final acceptance of the work and close –out of all contract related to the same.

4.Coordinate with the team on site to ensure that contractual obligations are met.

5.Checking the test results as per specification.

6.Impose strict quality workmanship with the standards and specifications.

7.Conducting request for inspections with contractors.

8.Checking materials as per delivery.

9.Checking layouts of Mock-up villas.

10.In charge of raft foundation.

11.Checking layouts and fixing of finishing CHB, plaster, marble, ceramics tiles, paint, wooden doors, cabinets, G.R.C moldings, aluminum works and roof clay tiles.

12.In charge for checking for snagging list

13.Closely checking of installation of re bars.

14.Checking submittals, summary of test and methods of statements or billing.

15.Supervise contractors works and make it sure that all are as per plan and specification were followed.

16.Prepare and submit quality audit reports per required by the site office.

17.Monitor accomplishments of the construction activities.

18.Check materials and cost estimation and make necessary recommendation.

19.Reviewing documents in various phases for design intent, materials use and master plan intent.

20.Conducting on site observation and compliance checks of previous reviewed design work.

21.Proposing improved solutions on technical issues influencing design.

Employer : Arabian Gulf Company

Period : November 2000- September, 2008

Position : Quality Control Engineer/Site Engineer/Laboratory Technician

Location : Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Project : 40 Storey Commercial and Office Building

20 Storey Condominium Building

1.Evaluate and ensures compliance qualification technical and financial requirements.

2.Based on the planned activity of the daily report, the project/ site engineer to initiate the work of inspection request in close coordination with the QC inspector.

3.QC Engineer and Site Engineer to monitor the work and check to ensure the acceptability of the work while in progress.

4.QC Engineer to obtain the MEP clearances and signatories of all the parties involved (Project. Engineer/Site Engineer/ Architect, MEP Engineer, Surveyor, Safety Officer and Subcontractors) in the work inspection request and check sheet. QC Engineer to ensure that attachments are correct and complete.

5.Project/ Site Engineer, Architect and QC Engineer to be present during site inspection of Consultant.

6.QC Engineer/ Architect to submit the signed work inspection request and check sheet to the consultant.

7.Project/ Site Engineer/Architect to rectify any outstanding comments by the Consultant.

8.After the outstanding comments have been rectified to his satisfaction, QC Engineer to inform and obtain the Consultant’s approval to proceed.

9.After getting the consultant’s approval, QC Engineer/Architect to inform the project site Engineer to proceed with the next stage of work.

Responsibilities for Laboratory Tech.

1.Monitors, checks and records quality of concrete mix deliveries at site.

2.Ensures that sampling of concrete mix deliveries comply with project specifications.

3.Ensures that concrete cubes for testing at 7 and 8 days are recorded and sent to the Third Party Laboratory punctually.

4.Ensures that test reports received from the Third Party Laboratory are disseminated properly.

5.Ensures that the curing tank is regularly cleaned and that cube moulds are in good condition.

6.Performs duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Employer : ALGJR Architectural/Interior Services and Construction, U.A.P

Period : July 1994 - October 2000

Position : Project Supervisor / Draughtsman

Location : Pasong Tamo Makati Metro Manila Philippines

Project : 6 Storey Commercial and Hotel Building.

Responsibilities

1.In charge of measuring the thickness of insulation for cladding either aluminum or stainless steel

2.Discuss objectives, requirements and budget of a project.

3.Provide various Pre-Design services which may include conducting feasibility and environmental impact studies, selecting a site or specifying the requirements the design must meet.

4.Prepare plan requirements, details and related plan works.

5.Make scheme for better projection of the plan requirements/renovation and other related plan problem.

6.In charge with the site supervision of the project.

Employer : Johnny Dy Fung Architectural Engineering Construction Co.

Period : February 1993 - April 1994

Position : Project Supervisor / Architectural / Electrical Structural And

Plumbing Draughtsman

Project : 25 Storey Condominium and Office Building.

Location : Haikou Hainan Peoples Republic of China

Responsibilities

1.Prepare drawing and present ideas for the client to review.

2.Develop a final construction plan that shows the building’s appearance as well as details for its construction.

3.Follow building codes, zoning laws and fire regulation and other ordinances.

4.Make necessary changes throughout the planning process.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

University of Pangasinan

Dagupan City, Philippines.

Graduated March 1992

I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct according to the best of my knowledge and belief.

FERDINAND C. MANUEL

Architect

FERDINAND C. MANUEL

Address: Najma Doha Qatar.

Mobile No. +974********

Mail address: ada2z3@r.postjobfree.com

Citizenship: FILIPINO

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