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Tamer Ishak

Suite ****-** Singer court, North York ON – M2K0B4

416-***-****

adgqdz@r.postjobfree.com

EXPERIENCE:

Project Manager

Prodigy Retail Construction – Etobicoke, ON (April 2019 – March 2020)

Initiating and implementing work process improvements

Performs independent technical reviews and detailed checking of shop drawings and submitted samples prepared by sub-contractors and suppliers

Performs reviews and detailed checking of IFC drawings, specifications and contracts prepared by consultants and sub-consultants

Oversees and directs the work performed by sub-contractors on job site and serves as the project leader for execution, Monitoring control and closure phases of the project

Supports Director & VP of construction in developing potential opportunities and prepare necessary RFP`s

Leading and coaching the project team members and thereby creating a positive team working environment

Initiates and monitors project construction schedules and meets established deadlines

Plans, budgets and organizes multiple projects and assign and/or delegate work to project coordinators and site superintendents

Liaises with the client and sub-contractors to close projects as needed Architectural Project Manager

Turner Townsend (Nissan Account) – Etobicoke, ON (August 2018 – April 2019)

Keeps track of active projects across the portfolio and liaise with contractors for schedule updates

Effectively communicate schedule and milestones update to operations and executive management

Monitor and control quality of executed Architectural finishes work ensuring consistency of brand standards

Architectural Project Manager (East Coast US & Canada) Swarovski Canada Ltd. – Markham, ON (October 2016 – July 2018)

Keeps track of active projects across the portfolio and communicate to different stakeholders in timely manner

Supports the business case providing preliminary budget estimation and feasibility layout to sales and real estate team.

Drafts conceptual and schematic architectural designs for retail stores

Coordinates with local Architects, Designers and Engineers to ensure compliance with local building codes

Checking construction documents prior to tender ensuring its integrity

Evaluates bids and final word choosing the contractor for project execution

Executes kick off meetings, site surveys, site progress meetings and final walkthrough with operations

Monitor and control quality of executed work adhering to the brand standards

Prepares schedule and budget trackers to ensure projects are within acceptable thresholds

Analyze time and cost deviations for active projects and assist in future rollouts budget estimation

Supports FM team implementing global strategies and maintenance actions 2

Architectural Project Manager (Consultant)

Pylons Design – Richmond Hill, ON (Oct.2015 – September 2015)

Develops project management processes

Establishes competitive budgets, tenders projects

Coordinates completion of preliminary designs, full sets of drawings, tendering, permit applications and approvals

Visits site regularly to ensure a quality build, to spec, within the construction schedule and budget

Facilitates communication between client and contractor to achieve desired milestones.

Follow up with contractor to complete punch lists Architectural Project Manager Design & Construction (US & Canada) MTY Group – Richmond Hill, ON (Nov. 2014 – Sept. 2015)

Plans, directs and manages new build and renovation projects from start to end

Negotiates technical lease terms, receives base building drawings and arrange for site surveys

Establishes competitive budgets, and realistic projects schedules

Prepares conceptual and schematic drawings and attain internal stakeholders buy-in

Plans and coordinate the annual work flow with different nominated suppliers

Monitors & control of executed work quality through regular site inspections

Manages cash flow through project`s life cycle

Establishes and maintains relationships with qualified third party partners (designers, contractors, etc.)

Track projects and reports status to executive management

Reconciles projects finance and documents lessons learned for future projects Lead Designer

WD partners - Vaughn, ON (Dec. 2013 – Nov 2014)

Meeting with the clients to manage their design expectations.

Preparing preliminary Design sketches, space planning for retail spaces across the nation.

Ensures compliance with relevant code, local jurisdiction and client standards requirements.

Coordinating engineering systems within the project and reviewing project specifications.

Liaising with planners to get necessary approvals/permits.

Liaising with construction project managers replying RFI`s.

Managing resources through different offices in US, Canada and India.

Virtually training new resources and onboarding new team members to the portfolio. EDUCATION:

PMI (2014) PMP

CACB / RAIC (2012) Master of Architecture

CAIRO UNIVERSITY (2003) BSc. of Architectural Engineering SKILLS:

Delivers projects to meet quality, schedule, contractual and budget goals

Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope

Lead outsource design/architectural companies and related consultants, give clear directions, expectation and deliverable

Advanced knowledge of architectural details, materials & finishes in proposed design

Knowledge of sustainability and LEED guidelines

Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology and material application

Provide design solutions and details, using building information modeling

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing (English & French)

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