ZUHAIR MAHMOUD AL-YAHIA CIVIL ENGINEER

DATE OF BIRTH : 02 March 1959

NATIONALITY : Jordanian

LANGUAGES : Arabic & English

EDUCATION : B.E. Civil Engineering – University of

Kashmir, India – 1983

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE : Courses in Primavera, Lotus 123 & Project Pricing

Application – Well versed with M.S.Office Package

and ACONEX (Document Management System).

TECHNICAL COURSES : Technical Report Writing – American

Higher Education Communication Institute (AHED).

MARITAL STATUS : Married

CONTACT NUMBERS : Mobile No. : 009**-********* ( UAE )

Residence No.: 009**-******** ( UAE )

ADDRESS : P.O. Box No. 24758, Sharjah, UAE

E-mail : adwd5h@r.postjobfree.com

adwd5h@r.postjobfree.com

Holding Valid UAE Driving License

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Feb. 2017 – To date Projects Director / Head of Construction .

Azizi Developments . ( Dubai )

Responsible for planning, construction and

management of high rise residential buidings and

hotels in different locations in Dubai such as Meydan,

Al Furjan, Palm Jumeirah, Health Care City, Jebel

Ali, Sports City and Studio City . The Meydan projects

include 176 residential buildings of 45000 apartments

and 6 hotels . The non Meydan projects include 40

buildings of 8000 residential and hotel apartments .

Managing a staff and an engineering / construction

team of 300 .

The projects being managed include the following :

1-Meydan One – Reviera, Phase 1, 2, 3 and 4 which consist of 69 buildings ( 2B+G+8 ) and ( 2B+G+10 ) of a total value of Dhs. 4 Billion .

2-Meydan – District 7 – Victoria, Phase 1, 2, 3 and 4 which consist of 107 residential buildings ( B+G+8 ) for a total value of Dhs. 7 Billion as well as 4 hotels of 30 floors each for a total value of Dhs. 700 Million

3-Palm Jumeirah : Two hotel apartment buildings, the Royal Bay and Mina ( 2B+G+9 ) for a total value of Dhs. 400 Million .

4-Al Furjan : 17 residential and hotel apartment buildings ( 2B+3P+G+12 ) for a total value of Dhs. 2 Billion .

5-Health care City : 4 residential buildings ( 2 B+G+3P+14 ) of a total value of Dhs. 600 Million .

6-Sports City and Studio City : 3 residential buildings ( 2B+G+6 ) and ( 2B+G+8 ) of a total value of Dhs. 250 Million ) .

7-Jebel Ali : One residential building ( 2B+G+5P+16 ) of a total value of Dhs. 220 Million .

Number of buildings : 204

The total value : Dhs. 15 Billion .

Duties included the following :

1-Ensuring that the projects are completed on time, within the budget and at high level of quality .

2-Controlling the construction resources .

3-Directing multiple projects simultaneously in regards to construction procedures as well as technical and contractual support .

4-Planning and organizing the works and the team efforts to ensure the success of the projects .

5-Leading and motivating the team to achieve the highest levels of progress and quality .

6-Planning the human resources and the organizational chart needed for the construction .

7-Coordinating with all departments in the company to ensure smooth progress of works .

8-Establishing company policy and procedures .

9-Maintaining quality control process and procedures .

10-Having construction review meetings .

11-Ensuring that the works are being carried out under a perfect safety plan .

12-Expediting and monitoring the construction progress .

13-Ensuring that the handing over procedures are implemented prior to moving in of the end users to their apartments and to the satisfaction of the customers .

14-Fully aware of FIDIC, contracts and quantity surveying .

15-Preparing the KPI’s and job descriptions .

July 2014 – Feb. 2017 Projects Director

Urbacon Contracting - UCC ( Qatar )

Responsible for Planning, Construction and

Management of the Mall of Qatar Project,

( The nation’s largest mall ) . Controlling manpower of

15000 workers and a staff of 1500 .

Total built up : 450000 M2 .

The Project consists of 550 stores, 19 cinema halls

including the largest I Max Laser 3D projection system

in the world, 100 food and beverage outlets, the

Kidzmondo children city, management office,

theatres, family entertainment complex, 19 glassed

domes, a 5 star luxury Hilton Hotel and the Oasis .

No. of car parking : 7000

The value of the project : QR. 5.5 Billions .

Duties included the following :

1.Full control of construction resources including manpower, materials, machinery and money .

2.Planning of works including updating and tracking .

3.Coordination between MEP and Civil works .

4.Chairing the meetings .

5.Expediting progress of works .

6.Cost control within the approved budget .

7.Quality control .

8.Ensuring the safety measures,

9.Controlling the subcontractors .

10. Contractual works - Full awareness of FIDIC and Conditions of Contract .

11. Quantity Surveying and Claims .

12.Procurement of materials and subcontractors .

13.Logistics and arrangement of equipment .

14.Coordination with Consultant and Client .

15.Preparing the job description and the KPI’s .

Aug 2011 – To July 2014 Chief Executive Officer .

Modern Executive Systems Contracting – MESC . ( Dubai ) – Member of Al-Mulla Group .

The most senior position in the company reporting to the Chairman . Supervising Head Office Departments as well as all operations of running projects . Controlling a staff of 210 employees and a manpower of 2500 workers .The projects being handled include :

1-( 3B+G+31+R ) Hilliana Residential Tower at Sufouh – Dubai for M/S Abyaar of Dhs. 180 Millions .

2-( 2B+G+3P+60+R ) Olgana Residential Tower at Sufouh-Dubai for M/S Abyaar of Dhs. 360 Millions .

3-( 3B+G+3P+50+R ) Pier-8 Residential Tower at Dubai Marina for M/S Abyaar of Dhs. 300 Millions .

4-( 2B+G+2P+31+R ) Hotel at Dubai Marina for M/S ARJ Properties at Dhs. 210 Millions .

5-( 3B+G+M+3+R ) Agora Shopping Mall at Jumairah-Dubai for M/S ARJ Properties of Dhs. 280 Millions .

6-57 Villas ( Acacia Avenue ) at Sufouh-Dubai of Dhs. 220 Millions .

7-(G+8) and (G+12) Residential Buildings at Sufouh – Dubai of Dhs. 80 Millions .

8-New World American School at Sharjah of Dhs. 80 Millions .

The Departments supervised include Planning, Construction, Quality Control, Safety, Finance, Logistics, Procurement,Purchasing, Tendering, Quantity Surveying, Contracts, Technical, Document Control, Plant, MEP, Maintenance and Human Resources .

Duties included the following :

1.Control of resources including manpower, materials, machinery and money .

2.Expediting progress on sites .

3.Control of cost .

4.Handling contractual matters as per FIDIC .

5.Controlling quality of works .

6.Ensuring safety and security on site .

7.Negotiations with Clients in regards to issues related to new and running projects .

8.Chairing progress and coordination meetings .

9.Control of subcontractors .

10.Planning of works .

11.Coordination with Consultant and Client .

12.Controlling technical works including submittals and transmittals .

13.Profitability achievement .

14.Preparation of Claims .

May 2009 – Aug 2011 Projects Manager

Arabian Construction Company – ACC ( Abu Dhabi )

Responsible for the planning & execution of construction works for the tallest residential tower in the world ( World One – King Tower ) in Mumbai – India, a world class residential tower . Managing a staff of 110 . Controlling a manpower of 2100 workers. Supervising the Project Departments including Planning, Technical, Construction, Quality Control, Logistics, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Document Control, Safety and Plant .

The Project consists of ( 3B+G+6P+117 ) Floors .

The Value of the Project is Dhs. 1100 Millions ( $ 300 Millions ) .

The Developer is M/S Lodha .

Total built-up area : 200000 M2 .

The Project is in joint venture with Simplex Infra Co.

Grocon Climbing System is utilized for the construction of core wall, while Peri Climbing System is used for the columns . For slabs and beams Ulma form work is used . 6 Tower cranes, 3 Placing booms and 3 double- cage passenger hoists are engaged in this project .

Duties included the following :

1.Control of construction resources including manpower, machinery, materials and money .

2.Expediting progress of works .

3.Establishing plans for works and procurement

4.Ensuring safety and security on site,

5.Chairing coordination and progress meetings.

6.Controlling Contracts and Cotractual matters/correspondence /FIDIC .

7.Control of Sub-contractors ./Suppliers .

8.Coordination with Consultant and Client .

9.Commercial matters, claims, and quantity surveying works .

10.Technical discussions .

11. Logistics .

Jul 2003 – May 2009 Senior Projects Director / General Manager

Cartel Contracting Co. (Dubai / Sharjah / Ajman )

The most senior position in the company reporting to . the Chairman .

Responsible for the planning, following up of all projects in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, from tender invitation to final handing-over. Managing the Head Office including a Staff of more than 200 Engineers and Employees as well as Labour Force of more than 2000. The main projects that have been handled are :

1. (G+38) Lamya Tower in Sharjah

(Value Dhs. 130Million)

2. 10 Buildings (G+6) & (G+11) in Sharjah (value Dhs.

120 Millions)

3. Three Emarat Petrol Stations – Sharjah (Value

Dhs. 20 Millions)

4. 20 Buildings (G+6) and (G+14) in Ajman (value Dhs. 210 Millions ) .

5. Villas and Buildings in Dubai for M/S Dubai

Development Board.

6. ( 4B+G+3P+27+R) Tower at Business Bay-Dubai

(Value Dhs. 190 Millions) .

7. District Cooling Plant (B+G+M+2) at Business Bay-

Dubai (Value Dhs. 180 Millions.).

Duties included the following:

1.Controlling the main resources of Construction including manpower, materials, machineries and money in order to complete projects on time, within the budget and with high level of quality.

2.Reporting to the Chairman in all aspects that meet the company interests.

3.Participating in establishing the Company Strategy and Organization.

4.Supervising the main departments in the company including Construction, Tendering, Finanace, Maintenance and the Inhouse Departments such as Aluminium, carpentry and MEP .

5.Assisting in raising the company Grade in regards to classification, image and reputation.

6.Establishing the main plan of works.

7.Representing the Chairman in many meetings with Clients and Government Authorities.

8.Authorized by the Chairman to take crucial decisions.

9.Authorized by the Chairman to represent the Company in many meetings and conferences.

10.Establishing Quality and Safety Plan.

11.Directing Engineers to the proper methods of getting high quality, expediting the works, and improving the output and following a proper sequence of activities.

12.Handling contractual correspondence.

13.Dealing with Sub Contractors, Consultants as well as Government and Private Bodies.

14.Thorough knowledge of Contractual claims, dispute resolution, arbitration and FIDIC conditions.

15.Cost Control

16.Site Inspections

17.Preparation of project submittals, drawings, tender documents as well as estimation and pricing works.

Nov 1999 – Jul 2003 : Project Manager

Ali & Sons (Contracting Division) – Dubai

Branch

Responsible for the execution of 80 Prestigious

Villas projects at Um – Suqaim – 2, Dubai.

(Value: Dhs. 140 Millions.)

The project consists of 80 Prestigious Villas (G+1) of 5 types, club house, service block, two substations, interlocking roads, drainage system & infrastucture works .

Hollow core slabs and pre-cast beams are utilized in the construction, GRC envelopes are used for external elevations. The project includes also external works, roads, pavements, drainage pipes and manholes.

Duties included the following:

1.Arrangement and control of Basic recourses of construction including material, equipment, manpower and expenses.

2.Coordination with Consultants, & Subcontractors.

3.Chairing technical & coordination meetings including preparation of minutes of meeting.

4.Contractual correspondence.

5.Controlling quality of works.

Feb 1992 – Nov. 1999 : Senior Civil Engineer

Al – Hudaiba Contracting Co. – Dubai

Responsible for execution of several projects. Preparation and resolution of final accounts, claims, Variation Orders and Subcontractors’ Payments. Working knowledge of FIDIC – International Conditions of Contract, Preparing Tenders including Bill of Quantities. Responsible for the planning, managing and following up of projects under construction. Attending site meetings with Consultants and Clients. Negotiation with Sub Contractors and Suppliers.

1. (B+G+7) Residential & Commercial Building at Muasharat Al – Baharna, Dubai.

A multi Storey Building of an area of about 12000M2 built on raft foundations, with shoring systems at boundaries, and full height of curtain walling.

2. (G+7) Residential and Commercial Building at Muasharat Al – Baharna, Dubai.

Deluxe finished building of an area of about 21000M2 built on pile foundations with Granite and Marble work for all flooring, concrete slabs constructed by post tensioning method. Swimming Pool, Gymnasium Hall and Sauna Room all at the Ground floor.

3. (G+7) Residential Building at Tawi – Al Saigh, Dubai.

A multi storey building of an area of 9000M2, finished with high level of quality. Central air – conditioned, metal decorative tile false ceiling for entrance lobby and vinyl cladding aluminum foil backed gypsum tiles false ceiling for other floors.

Dec. 1983 – Aug. 1990 : Project Engineer .

Burislee & Seddique Construction Co. – Kuwait

Worked in the execution of the following projects:

1.Housing Project for National Housing Authority,completed in two stages :

Stage 1. Construction of 438 Houses

Stage 2. Construction of 352 Houses

The duties included site works for the above houses and all external roads, landscaping and infrastructure services.

2.Neighborhood Center consists of Multi Purpose Hall, Post Office, Mosque, Substation, Retail Shop, Police Station, Library, Health center and Supermarket. Parking constructed using Asphaltic Materials.

3.Two Secondary Schools at Al Dhaher & Al Jahra – Kuwait .

4.One Health Clinic and a Dialysis Centre at Jahra – Kuwait ..

5. Infrastructure works and Asphalted roads for the housing projects .

Also participated in the Preparation of Variation Orders and claims.

Honors / Awards / Memberships :

1.Best Employee of the year 2017 – Azizi Develpments .

2.Appreciation Certificate for the timely completion of Al Furjan buildings ( the Roy Mediterranean and Montrell ) in Dubai, 2018 – Azizi Developments .

3. Biographical listing in International Who's Who Historical Society (since 2005) –

U.S.A

4. Biographical listing in Madison who's who society (since 2006) – U.S.A

5. Biographical listing in Sterling who's who society (since 2007) – U.S.A.

6. Published articles in Construction and Real Estate fields in Al Aqariyah Construction Magazine & Al Khaleej Economic Newspaper. The articles & Engineering studies are the output of extensive field experience. Such articles have assisted the key persons in the country to take decision in regards to Real Estate and Construction Industry.

7. Participant and invited lecturer in many seminars and local meetings in Dubai and Sharjah that have been organized by Society of UAE Contractors.

8. Recipient, Appreciation letter from Society of UAE Contractors - 2004

9. Recipient, Appreciation letter from Dubai Development Board - 2004

10. Member of Association of Engineers – UAE

11. Member of Association of Engineers – JORDAN.

12. Member of Association of Engineers – KUWAIT.

Field of Experience :

1.Contracting .

2.Real Estate and Development .

3.High Rise Buildings/Towers .( Commercial & Residential ) .

4.Towers exceeding 100 floors .

5.Shopping Malls .

6.Hotels .

7.Schools .

8.Health Clinics.

9. Villas & Town Houses .

10.Steel Structure & Warehouses.

11.Precast works.

12.Post Tension .

13.Infrastructure, Roads & Pump Stations .

14.Landscaping.

15.District Cooling Plants.

16.Maintenance Works/ Facility Management .

17.M.E.P. Coordination works.

18.Petrol Stations.

19.Contracts, Budgets, Estimation, Quantity Surveying,Claims and Pricing.

20.Cost Control .

21.Sustainability .

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