Architect and Urban Planner

Youssef Yassine

Architect & Urban Planner

Telephone: +971-*********

E-mail: *********@*****.***

Summary

Architect and Urban Planner with over 17-year of diverse experience among architecture, urban planning and design, site construction, Building Information Management (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC). Having worked on various large and iconic architectural projects in the Middle East with top-tier clients, I have developed excellent communication, team working and leadership skills and strong relationships within the regional construction industry.

Based in the UAE, currently Design Manager, Urban Planner at Obermeyer Middle East GmbH in Abu Dhabi. I have worked on numerous architectural projects at different stages including concept design, schematic design, detailed design, and construction documents. I have also worked on the urban design of various master plans, such as community development master plans in the UAE, Iraq, Morocco, and the Levant area. I have also participated in the redesign and the reconstruction of destructed cities in Lebanon during my 3-year career with the United Nations, and I have worked on city planning level to improve and enhance existing neighborhood’s public realms in my homeland city Beirut.

Advocate for sustainable development in urban planning, believing that the economic, the social, and the environmental factors should be the three main pillars of any city design. Fascinated in learning about city’s history, rules and regulation and land use, understanding a city’s physical aspect such as the geography, the infrastructure, the public transportation, the road network, the green areas and others, Passionate of advanced technology with a deep understanding of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and a strive for creating innovative and functional buildings and urban spaces. Always up to date with the new trends in the construction and engineering and urban planning. Avid reader with special enthusiasm in science fiction and the futuristic aspect of urban agglomerations and infrastructure, smart cities, and sustainable development. Professional Experience

Obermeyer Middle East GmbH, Abu Dhabi June 2021 - Present Design manager – Urban Planner

Design Manager and urban planner for a major architectural practice in the UAE; working on a Master Plan Design. In charge of the design concept and the drawings production and all other documentation for all disciplines. main duties:

• Establishing the design basis, methodology and approach at the pre-conception stage. Defining the project purpose, goals, and the success criteria.

• Identifying the project team members, the resource’s deployment and the roles and responsibilities.

• Data collection and SWOT analysis. Understanding the assets of a project site and exploring the opportunities and design scenarios based on data and client’s brief and feasibility.

• Conduct analysis and research on urban planning policies, trends, and issues.

• Developing the design and guiding the team in each phase to produce the schematic and the detailed design.

• Coordinating with other subconsultants and ensuring all packages are chronologically completed and valid.

• Leading and conducting the presentation for the clients. Delivering the design concept and idea and in the other hand, understanding their requests and needs, evaluate them, and do the necessary actions.

• Liaising with the local authorities and ensuring that all requirements are cleared and implemented. National Engineering Bureau (NEB), Dubai Dec 2015 – June 2020 Senior Architect and Urban Designer

As Urban Designer:

Key Projects and Role:

- Reem-Mira Oasis for EMAAR in Dubai, a Master plan of around 1300 townhouses: Architect of Record

- Dubai Hills State for EMAAR in Dubai, a Master Plan of around 2000 townhouses: Architect of Record

- Meydan District 11 for AZIZI in Dubai, a Master plan of 4500 townhouses: Concept Urban Planner/ Designer Main Duties:

• Led the design and implementation of architectural and urban design projects, including mixed-use developments, urban parks, and public spaces.

• Collaborated with local government, and stakeholders to develop sustainable and equitable design solutions that meet the needs of the community.

• Conducted site analysis, feasibility studies, and cost estimating to inform the design process.

• Developed design concepts and presentations to communicate design intent and purpose.

• In charge of production of the drawings and engineering coordination with all other disciplines such as the infrastructure, the landscape, the signage and wayfinding, the TIS and others.

• Developing of design options and scenarios to be discussed with the design team and conduct presentations of these options with the client.

• Acting as a primary point of contact for the client, the contactor, and all other consultants and stakeholders

• Liaising with the local authorities and ensuring that all requirements are cleared and implemented. As Senior Architect:

Key Projects:

- Worked on various projects mainly high-rise buildings, Residential, Hotels, Corporate, and mixed-use projects. Educational facilities (schools) and sports facilities. (FIFA Stadium). Main Duties:

• Undertaking the projects from the concept design through the Design Development until the tendering and ensuring delivering on time as per client requirements

• Liaising with the client on all project’s requirements and standards

• Coordinating with local authorities to obtain their approvals (DM, DCCA, DCD, etc.)

• Coordinating, reviewing, and managing all other disciplines, specialists, and sub consultants under NEB and making sure that their packages are complied with both client’s requirements and site condition.

• Oversee the construction process on site through site-visits and organize the weekly site design progress meeting with the supervision team and the contractor, and the PMC.

• Conduct meetings and presentations with client and other stakeholders and end user and ensuring that all packages are coordinated and submitted on time to match the client’s project program. BIM Middle East, Abu Dhabi Sep 2014 – Nov 2015

Site BIM Coordinator

My role was a Site BIM coordinator on the Abu Dhabi Medfield Terminal Complex (ADMTC). The total built-up area of the project is 700.000m with an estimation cost of $5.19Billion. The design was held by KPF and the construction was a joint venture of TAV, CCC and ARABTEC the JV short name was known as TCAJV. United Nations Relief and Work Agency (UNRWA), Lebanon Mar 2012 Sep 2014 Senior Architect - Urban Planner

Worked as a Senior Architect and Urban Planner, playing a vital role in the reconstruction of the “Nahr El Bared” Palestinian Refugee Camp.

“Nahr El Bared” is a community of 30.000 inhabitants in northern Lebanon expanded on 200.000m . It has witnessed intense clashes in 2007, forcing residents to flee their homes and resulting in the complete destruction of the camp. I was part of the reconstruction process including promoting UNRWA’s urban policies and supporting its democratic governance over the camp, practicing, and sharing with the community UN’s rules and guidelines in local development, meeting families and encouraging the participatory design approach, coordinating with local and legal authorities, and managing the work with the consultants and construction staff on site. Khatib and Alami Consolidated Engineering Company, Lebanon Mar 2007 – Mar 2012 Design Architect - Urban Planner

Worked on numerous architectural and urban design projects and landmarks and sites as well as new compounds and cities in Lebanon and the region.

Education

Lebanese University - Institute of Urban Planning June 2010 Master’s degree: Urban Planning & Design

Lebanese University – Architecture Department June 2006 Bachelor’s degree: Architecture

Training Courses and Certificates

• Revit Architecture Khatib & Alami - 2009

• LEED - Green buildings Orders of Engineers & Architects - Khatib & Alami – 2010

• BIM ISO 19650 Essentials – BRE Academy UK - 2021

• BIM ISO 19650 Information Delivery Management – BRE Academy UK - 2021 Skills and Languages

• Autodesk Revit - Autodesk NavisWorks - Autodesk Civil 3D - AutoCAD (2D 3D Modeling Mapping & Rendering) - 3D studio Max (Mapping & Rendering) - Adobe Photoshop/ Illustrator- MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point

• Languages: Arabic, English, and French

Personal Information

• Date of Birth: January 18, 1982

• Marital Status: Married

• Interests: Semi-Pro Triathlete (Swim – Bike – Run)

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