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Shaher in a few words
I’m an Architect who graduated in 2003 from Cairo University and has worked in Egypt and the Gulf region by collaborating with renowned architects locally and internationally, as a Design Architect I have been involved in several major Governmental Projects for two reputable architectural firms in Kuwait, namely SSH International Consultants and KTCB ‘Kuwait Technical Consultants Bureau’.
Over Nineteen years’ experience and a large number of diverse projects, I participate in all phases of Design Process and proved that I have exceptional skills in Architectural Designs in addition to Consulting Proposals, (Fees / Cost / Time) Provisional, Project Brief, Project Initiation, Programming, Design Concept, Architectural Aesthetic, Project Presentation, Design Reviews, Landscape Design, Planning, Detailing Design, Project Coordinating, Specifications Manual, Construction Documents, Construction Cost, Bids Process, Construction Supervision and Projects Management.
In addition, I have a growing experience in Real Estate development as an Owner Representative / Developer Architect, I oversaw all operations of Design and Construction phases in many projects (Commercial, Hospitality, Residential) which gave me an extensive knowledge in preparing RFP, Feasibility Studies, Contracts, Quality Control, Delivering Projects, Estimating Cost, Property and Facilities Management in addition to valuable Financial, Marketing and Communication skills.
Experience
- SETEC EGYPT.DESIGN MANAGERJanuary 2021 - January 2022 (1 year)TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX RESPONSIBILITIES:§Managed the department of Design and Projects Development and developed the company Design Standards.§Developed the strategic plans for projects success and have ensured consistent with high-quality outputs.§Lead, directed team leaders and ensured that projects progress according to plan and within budget.§Initiated the projects, Studied Project Feasibility, developed Projects (Briefs / programs) with other stakeholders.§Prepared Project RFP, selected, instructed and reviewed the specialized consultants involved in the projects.§Oversaw all Projects Phases, collected / analyzed Site Information, created in-house Concept Designs, prepared (3D Models / Schematics Drawings / Projects Presentations) and coordinated with other Consultant's Engineers.§Monitored Design Development Process, provided Final Design directions and reviewed Details Design drawings.§Prepared Projects Specifications Manuals, Construction Documents and the requirements of Bid Process.§Organized and follow up everything related to construction projects with a focus on design, building materials, construction methods, engineering disciplines and building costs / codes.§Supervise Site Construction progress, maintain the work schedules and delivering the Projects according to plan.§Coordinated with Property / Facilities Managements regarding leasing, operation and projects maintenance. PROJECTS PERFORMED:§TRANSPORTATION CAIRO METRO Line One Rehabilitation EGY CAIRO METRO Line Three EGY§RESIDENTIAL ICONIC Tower Alamein EGY§COMMERCIAL RETAIL DB Tower New Capital City EGY CAIRO MONORAIL EGY
- AQARATDESIGN MANAGERJanuary 2013 - January 2020 (7 years)RETAILS COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX HOSPITALITY RESPONSIBILITIES:§Managed the department of Design and Projects Development and developed the company Design Standards.§Developed the strategic plans for projects success and have ensured consistent with high-quality outputs.§Lead, directed team leaders and ensured that projects progress according to plan and within budget.§Initiated the projects, Studied Project Feasibility, developed Projects (Briefs / programs) with other stakeholders.§Prepared Project RFP, selected, instructed and reviewed the specialized consultants involved in the projects.§Oversaw all Projects Phases, collected / analyzed Site Information, created in-house Concept Designs, prepared (3D Models / Schematics Drawings / Projects Presentations) and coordinated with other Consultant's Engineers.§Monitored Design Development Process, provided Final Design directions and reviewed Details Design drawings.§Prepared Projects Specifications Manuals, Construction Documents and the requirements of Bid Process.§Organized and follow up everything related to construction projects with a focus on design, building materials, construction methods, engineering disciplines and building costs / codes.§Supervise Site Construction progress, maintain the work schedules and delivering the Projects according to plan.§Coordinated with Property / Facilities Managements regarding leasing, operation and projects maintenance.
- KTCB - KUWAIT TECHNICAL CONSULTING BUREAU [A Gulf Ranked Consulting Firm] KUWAITSENIOR DESIGN ARCHITECT | PROJECT MANAGERJanuary 2008 - January 2013 (5 years)GOVERNMENTAL OFFICES SPORTS TOURISTIC ARCHITECTURAL COMMPETITIONS RESPONSIBILITIES:§Participated in preparation of strategic plans for project success.§Created Concept Design for major government projects and cooperated with ranked local / international firms.§Prepared Technical Proposals, RFP replies, Scope of work, contracts and estimation of projects (staff / fees / cost).§Prepared and submitted a number of major architectural competitions locally and international.§Won several Architectural Competitions and major projects despite the participation of international Firms.§Initiated the projects, developed Projects (Briefs / Programs) with other stakeholders.§Developed Project Solutions and Architectural Designs to the client.§Oversaw all Projects Phases, collected / analyzed Site Information, created Initial Designs, prepared (3D Models / Schematics Drawings / Projects Presentations) and coordinated with other Consultant's Engineers.§Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts (administrative / technical) to assure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects and ensured that projects progress according to plan.§Served as primary liaison contact with clients to bring the projects to completion on schedule with higher outputs.§Managed Project Budgets, Schedules, Programming, Communications, Documentation, and Team Assignments.
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Education
- Bachelor DegreeCairo University2003Architectural Engineering