Project Design
Resume:
Ossama Mohamed Ali
Doha, Qatar
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www.linkedin.com/in/osama-ali-7a784079
Profile
An accomplished Design Architect with a proven track record in coordinating and delivering high-quality and complex projects towards successful outcomes. An experienced professional, with nearly two decades of expertise in interior design, architecture, and design consultancy, possessing exceptional leadership, creative and people management skills. An intuitive communicator, with the ability to convey complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders, along with a methodical and meticulous approach, which ensures efficient and compliant operations onsite. Currently seeking a new challenge.
Key Skills
Detailed expertise in Architectural and Interior Design, with significant experience of leading,
reviewing, and guiding projects to successful
conclusions
A superb project manager, with significant
experience in planning, delivery, and evaluation
Possesses an excellent understanding of project
management methodologies, and how to
implement them in operations
Specialist expertise in diverse areas including
procurement, resource management, budget
management and risk assessment
A creative and innovative designer, with an
appreciation of classic themes and a continuing
understanding of new trends and developments
Experience of working on projects in the
hospitality, education, retail, and business sectors, along with government buildings and residential
projects
Significant experience of fit-out project
management in diverse settings, incorporating
interior design and furniture detailing, production follow-up, Quality Assurance and control, FEED
and Design coordination management
Exceptional leadership and management skills,
with the ability to get the most out of designers, support staff and contractors through clear
boundaries, motivational capabilities, and
efficient performance management
An able and clear communicator, with good
stakeholder management skills and the ability to
manage expectations effectively
A real passion for visual excellence and flair, and great attention to detail when it comes to designs, documentation, and inspections
Good IT skills, with great proficiency in the use of CAD software and Microsoft Office
Employment History
WSP Middle East, Qatar 03/2019 – current
Senior Interior Design Architect
Responsibilities include: -
Working on behalf of the Qatari Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, on a major project to develop the Al Rayyan stadium and precinct, ready for the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Coordinating a team of Architectural Inspectors, overseeing their work and findings, and coaching and mentoring them to achieve high standards of quality, productivity and record keeping
Liaising closely with diverse stakeholders, including the Senior Architect, to communicate progress and outcomes
Managing relationships with external contractors, inspecting their work to ensure high standards of quality and adherence to design briefs
Providing specialist advice and guidance on design and architectural matters, including document and design reviews
Contributing to Health and Safety management onsite and offsite, ensuring full compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations
Providing clear and accurate reports to senior leadership on project progress and performance Employment History (continued)
Louis Berger 09/2018 – 02/2019
Senior Interior Designer
Responsibilities included: -
Employed by a multinational engineering, architecture, and professional services company
In this instance seconded to previous employer, ASTAD Project Management, specifically looking at the interior design scope on multiple projects in The Education City of Qatar
Communicated closely with key clients and stakeholders, including providing building material options along with technical advice on selection as required
Responsible for the delivery of new Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) packages
Reviewed technical drawings and produced comprehensive documentation (including project dossiers for handover)
Carried out site inspections to ensure quality and safety throughout all construction operations and activity Earlier career history includes: -
ASTAD Project Management Senior Interior Designer 05/2017 – 08/2018
Project(s): The Al Shaqab Equine Veterinary Medical Centre, The Qatar National Library Louis Berger Senior FF&E and ID Architect 05/2014 – 04/2017
Qatar Faculty for Islamic Studies
Qatar National Library
Qatar Foundation Head Quarter
Project(s): The JAM Tower and the Marina Residence Tower Construction Development Company Senior Architectural Detailer 09/2012 – 04/2014
Project(s): The Marsa Malaz Kempinski Hotel: Pearl Qatar Global Art Head of Designers 09/2006 – 08/2012
Project(s): Led teams of designers on around 39 residential and commercial projects of varying sizes Engineering Group Head of Designers/Showroom Manager 09/2001 – 08/2006
Project(s): Again, managed teams of designers on multiple projects of diverse types and dimensions Education and Training
Professional Development Various Dates
Revit, Auto Cad, Photoshop, illustrator, 3D Max
Alexandria University, Egypt 2001 – 2002
Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture Design
Alexandria University, Egypt 1996 – 2001
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture Design
Professional Memberships
Certified Associate of the International Project Management Association (IPMA)
Member of the Association for Project Management (APM) Additional Information
IT Skills: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and Revit Driving License: Qatari and Egyptian driving licenses Languages: English, French and Arabic Date of Birth: 19th August 1978 Nationality: Egyptian Marital Status: Married Excellent references are available on request
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